Danielle Page
Basketball player and coach, WNBA
Born
November 14th, 1986
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1986, a basketball player and coach with a notable career in the WNBA and overseas. Played college basketball at the University of Nebraska, contributing significantly to the team. Drafted by the Seattle Storm in 2008, played for the team and also had stints with other professional teams globally. Transitioned to coaching, sharing expertise and experience with emerging players in the sport.
Played for the Seattle Storm in the WNBA
Coached various youth basketball teams
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