Michelle Snow

American basketball player and champion

Michelle Snow - American basketball player and champion
Born

March 20th, 1980
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional basketball player participated in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). Played for teams including the Houston Comets and the Seattle Storm. Achieved significant success with the Comets, contributing to championship wins. Competed internationally, representing the United States in various tournaments and securing medals.

Won three WNBA championships with the Houston Comets

Represented the USA at the 2004 Olympics

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