Sheryl Swoopes

Basketball player, 3-time WNBA champion

Sheryl Swoopes - Basketball player, 3-time WNBA champion
Born

March 25th, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An accomplished basketball player and coach, entered the professional league in 1997. Played for the Houston Comets, contributing to four WNBA championships and earning three regular-season MVP awards. Helped Team USA secure three gold medals in the Olympics across the 1996, 2000, and 2004 games. Transitioned into coaching roles after retiring from playing, influencing the next generation of players through various coaching opportunities.

Won three WNBA championships with the Houston Comets

Achieved three WNBA MVP awards

Represented Team USA in the Olympics, winning three gold medals

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