40-year-old stalker of UConn superstar Paige Bueckers barred from all Arenas and practice facilities

A man from Oregon pleaded guilty to stalking student-athlete, Paige Bueckers, after she alerted the authorities.

40-year-old stalker of UConn superstar Paige Bueckers barred from all Arenas and practice facilities

A man pleaded guilty in Paige Bueckers stalking case

A native of Grants Pass, Oregon, has recently pleaded guilty to second-degree stalking charges involving the high-profile student-athlete Paige Bueckers on December 18, 2024, in Rockville Superior Court. The incident came to light when Bueckers alerted the authorities after a barrage of “rambling” emails and social media posts targeting the player made her concerned about the safety of her family and friends.

In a number of disturbing messages to Bueckers, the 40-year-old man declared his intentions of marrying and proposing to the student-athlete. Parmalee also posted several deep fakes of Bueckers, along with photoshopped wedding invitations and his plans to get her expelled from the University of Connecticut.

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The incident involves a man named Robert Cole Parmalee, who was first arrested on August 27, 2024, near Bradley International Airport in Connecticut. He was taken into custody on an outstanding warrant from Oregon for arson, before being charged with breach of peace, electronic stalking, and harassment by the UConn police department.

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My client had requested that [Robert Cole Parmalee] return home, get the evaluation and treatment that he needs, and that she be left alone. We’re very happy with that.

Paige Bueckers attorney said in an official statement

Parmalee was held on a $100,000 bond before taking the plea deal that involves a one-year suspension, three years of probation which restrains him from entering the state of Connecticut, in addition to a protective order which will remain in effect till the January 6, 2064.

The plea deal mandates him to take measures to treat his mental health while also forbidding him from entering any vicinity where the UConn women’s basketball team is like arenas, hotels and practice facilities.

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The story of Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark goes way back. From competing against each other in AAU to playing together as teammates on Team USA, the stars have much respect for each other than many would like to believe. As many sports enthusiasts know, rivalry and respect go hand to hand in competitive sports.

Giving Caitlin Clark her props, Bueckers touched on her impact on the women’s sports in a recent interview.

Caitlin has brought so many new eyes to the game. We appreciate that… I think the game is growing a lot… People are learning about the WNBA and how great it is.

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In another pre-game interview, she talked about her competitive nature and how Clark possesses all the intangible qualities that make her the ‘whole package’. Caitlin carries a lot of weight on her shoulders but has handled it with grace, which is another thing Bueckers admires about her.

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