Anne Donovan
Basketball player and coach, Olympic gold medalist
Born
November 1st, 1961
64 years ago
Died
2018
7 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A prominent basketball player and coach, achieved significant success in both roles. Played for Old Dominion University, leading the team to an AIAW national championship in 1980. Represented the United States in international competitions, contributing to the team's success in the 1984 Olympics, where the team won a gold medal. Transitioned to coaching, including notable positions at Seton Hall, East Carolina University, and George Washington University, and served as an assistant for the U.S. women's national team, winning a gold medal at the 2010 FIBA World Championship. Inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in 1999.
Winning a gold medal in the 1984 Olympics
Leading Old Dominion to an AIAW national championship
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