Becky Hammon
Basketball coach and player, WNBA star
A former professional basketball player and current coach, this individual played in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) for the San Antonio Stars. After retiring as a player, the individual became an assistant coach for the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA, making history as one of the first female coaches in the league. The coaching career includes leading the Las Vegas Aces to success in the WNBA.
Played for the San Antonio Stars
Became an assistant coach for the San Antonio Spurs
Led the Las Vegas Aces to WNBA Finals
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Stelios Malezas
Greek footballer with notable club career
Born
March 11th, 1985 40 years ago
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Ice hockey player for the Vancouver Canucks
Born
March 11th, 1996 29 years ago
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American triple jumper with Olympic history
Born
March 11th, 1956 69 years ago
A prominent triple jumper achieved significant success in the 1980s. Competed in the 1984 Summer Olympics and won a bronze medal in the triple jump. He also won a gold medal at the 1983 World Championships. Set a personal best of 17.97 meters and was instrumental in popularizing the triple jump event.
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Actress in Ghost World and American Beauty
Born
March 11th, 1982 43 years ago
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Ice Hockey Player and Broadcaster
Born
March 11th, 1985 40 years ago
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Portuguese footballer and defender
Born
March 11th, 1988 37 years ago
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