The Colorado Chill announced today that Ruth Riley has opted to return for a second year with the Colorado Chill during the 2005 season.

Riley, who is currently part of the WNBA defending champion Detroit Shock, will return in January to fulfill her second year of a three-year contract. Ruth had an option that would have allowed her out of her contract early, but in the beginning of July she informed the Chill that she would not be exercising that option.

"I'm very excited about Ruth's return," Chill owner Dave King said. "It will be a lot of fun to have Becky (Hammon) bring the ball up the court and have Ruth down under the basket."

Currently during the 2004 WNBA season with the Detroit Shock, Ruth has averaged 11.2 points, 6 rebounds, 1.47 blocks, and 31.1 minutes in nineteen games, all as a starter. Riley finished the Colorado Chill 2004 season with an average of 13.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, 1.4 blocks in 30.6 minutes in fourteen games.

"I'm very excited about the opportunity to come back and play for the Chill, said Riley. "It's a great organization, the fans are loyal and devoted, and it's going to be an exciting year with Becky healthy."

Riley is the third player on the roster for the 2005 season. She will join WNBA All-Star, Becky Hammon and Teresa Hinz, both former Colorado State standouts.

The Colorado Chill completed the 2004 season as the regular season champions and were undefeated at home in the Budweiser Events Center. For 2005 season ticket information, contact Kim at Triple Crown Sports at 970-223-6644 ext.167.

Kim Grubbs
Colorado Chill/Triple Crown Sports
3930 Automation Way
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970-223-6644 ext. 167