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We lost friends! McCoughtry has been a driving force. She is currently a free agent, having been born on September 10, 1986. I was like, are you guys kidding me? Brittney Griner: From Russian detainment to playing basketball, again, Fantasy women's basketball: Positional draft tiers for G and F/C, Fantasy women's basketball: Impact of big names on new teams. After missing the season-opening loss to Seattle, McCoughtry played just. We dont want it to be wasted anymore.. It's been going on forever and you still played basketball all these years leading up to this. She missed last year while dealing with an ACL injury in her right knee, except for a token one-game appearance . We havent even reached our peak, McCoughtry added, speaking of the evolution of the WNBA and womens basketball overall. McCoughtry's playing time would be increased in the playoffs and it would be her first playoff appearance since 2016. Posted 2 points-rebound double-doubles33 points and a season-high 11 rebounds vs. vs. Chicago on August 29 and a season-high 34 points and 10 rebounds at Chicago vs. on June 24, Handed out a season-high 6 assists on 4 occasions, Picked up a season-high 6 steals on August 14 vs. Minnesota, Only player to be named to the All-WNBA First Team and WNBA All-Defensive First Team, Second fastest WNBA player to score 4,000 points (206 games), Named to the WNBA All-Defensive First Team, Twice named Eastern Conference Player of the Week (June 23, July 14), Nominated for an ESPY for Best WNBA Player, Ranked fourth in the league in scoring, 16th in assists, and 20th in rebounds, Scored in double figures in 29 of 31 games, 20 or more points 14 times, and 30 or more points 2 times, Scored a season-high 33 points on 2 occasionsvs. McCoughtry was also still able to play in the playoffs once her suspension expired, but the Dream were eliminated 21 in the first round by the Indiana Fever who won the championship that year. That can be felt in how the WNBA has led the charge in social justice initiatives across sports. [14] On June 20, 2018, McCoughtry scored a career-high 39 points along with 14 rebounds in a 7972 loss to the New York Liberty. McCoughtry was unavailable for Friday's season opener against Seattle and is probable ahead of Sunday's matchup. We Are the W is a manifestation of that advice, showing what can happen when you refuse to let the world confine you. McCoughtrys transition to the WNBA was seamless. They said I disgraced my religion! The same way she found a door into her dads church league, she enrolled for one year at Patterson School in Lenoir, North Carolina, to set herself up for recruitment again. McCoughtry (knee) is expected to start Sunday against the Mystics, Lucas Seehafer of The Next reports. I told people, 10 years from now, youre gonna see more women dunking than ever before. She is listed at 6'1" tall and wears jersey number 35. [30], Since being drafted in the WNBA, McCoughtry has played every off-season overseas. I understand we all judge and its in human nature, but the more i speak to God i never feel judgement front he man upstairs, even tho he has all the power too! We know LeBron is from Cleveland, and he grew up this way all the backstories but nobody knows really our backstory.. She played two games for the Lynx, averaging 6.0 points, after missing all of last season with the Las Vegas Aces with a knee injury. She was inspired so much so that she didnt want to stop playing once the afternoon gave way to dusk. Currently, you might've seen her playing for the Las Vegas Aces of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). She played a key role in Louisville's upset of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in the 2008 Big East tournament. The US team had only a five-point lead at halftime, which was then cut to three points, but the Czechs never got closer. From the ways that athletes, executives, musicians and creators are moving the business world forward to new technologies, emerging leagues, and industry trends, Boardroom brings you all the news and insights you need to know At the forefront of industry change, Boardroom is committed to unique perspectives on and access to the news, trending topics and key players you need to know. Do you ever get tired of still having to rattle off your credentials by this point in your career? The five-time WNBA All-Star is particularly reflective lately. All of them need love and a way out from struggling in situations out of their control. In 2019, McCoughtry would continue to be sidelined with a knee injury, causing her to miss the entire 2019 season.[16]. But to always keep my heart pure and believe totally in him. On Thursday, the guard/forward returned to the city, where she played for a decade in the WNBA, for the first time as a . The 20 WNBA players, plus one collegiate player (Brittney Griner), were selected by the USA Basketball Women's National Team Player Selection Committee to compete for the final roster which represented the US at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. Chicago on July 13 and at New York on June 22, Grabbed a season-high 6 steals on 2 occasions, Narrowly missed a triple-double with 20 points, 9 rebounds and a season-high 9 assists at New York on July 16, Recorded 2 point-rebound double-doubles33 points and a season-high 10 rebounds vs. Chicago on July 13 and at New York on June 22, Won her second straight league scoring title, averaging 21.5 points per game to claim the WNBA Peak Performer Award, Finished second in the WNBA in steals, sixth in assists, and 22nd in rebounding, Earned WNBA All-Defensive First Team honors, Selected as WNBA All-Star Game starter for the second time, Eastern Conference Player of the Month for June, Four-time Eastern Conference Player of the Week (June 2, June 16, June 23, and September 8), Scored in double figures in 32 of 33 games, 20 or more points 19 times, and 30 or more points 6 times, including a season-high 34 at Connecticut on June 23, Scored at least 15 points in 32 straight games to start the season before scoring 6 in just 7 minutes in the regular-season finale, Posted 1 point-rebound double-double with 23 points and a season-high 10 rebounds at Connecticut on September 11, Handed out a season-high 10 assists vs. New York on June 7, adding 15 points for a point-assist double-double, Recorded a season-high 7 steals vs. Indiana on June 25, Blocked a season-high 4 shots vs. Chicago on June 16, Scored her 3,000th career point on September 6 at New York, becoming the third youngest player in WNBA history to reach that milestone while doing it in 154 games, which is the third fewest in league history, Earned a WNBA Peak Performer Award for winning her first league scoring title, Led the WNBA in steals, while ranking 21st in assists, 23rd in rebounding and 5th in blocked shots, Became just the second player in league history to lead the league in scoring and steals in a season, joining Sheryl Swoopes (2000), Named WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week on July 1, Scored in double figures in 23 of 24 games, 20 or more points 18 times, and 30 or more points 3 times, Scored a season-high 33 points vs. Chicago on June 2, Recorded a 21-point, 14-rebound double-double and added a season-high 7 steals at New York on June 5, and a, Handed out a season-high 8 assists at Washington on September 14, Blocked a season-high 3 shots at Indiana on May 19, Set a WNBA record for free throws made in a game without a miss, sinking 17-of-17 June 2 vs. Chicago, Named to the Eastern Conference WNBA All-Star, Named a WNBA All-Defensive First team selection, Scored in double figures in 31 of 34 regular season games, 20 or more points on 18 occasions, and 30 or more points 6 times, including a season-high 37 at Tulsa on July 26, Recorded 2 point-rebound double-doubles26 points and a season-high 12 rebounds vs. Connecticut on August 19, and 22 points and 11 rebounds vs. Los Angeles on July 28, Handed out a season-high 7 assists vs. Los Angeles on July 28, Picked up a season-high 5 steals vs. Indiana on July 19, Blocked a season-high 3 shots on 4 occasions, Set WNBA Finals record with 38 points in Game 2 against the Minnesota Lynx on October 5, breaking the record she previously held (35 points in 2010 WNBA Finals), Earned 2010 WNBA All-Defensive First Team honors and finished second in Defensive Player of the Year voting, Participated in WNBA vs. USA Basketball: The Stars at the Sun game, Ranked third in the league in scoring and steals, Scored in double figures in all 34 regular season games, 20 or more points on 21 occasions, and 30 or more points 5 times, including a season-high 32 on 3 occasions, Recorded 4 point-rebound double-doubles, and grabbed a season-high 10 rebounds on 4 occasions, Handed out a season-high 7 assists vs Indiana on August 1, Picked up a season-high 5 steals on 2 occasions, Blocked a season-high 3 shoots at San Antonio on May 15, Set a WNBA record with 42 points in the Eastern Conference Finals, Set a WNBA Finals record with 35 points in Game 3, Earned WNBA All-Defensive Second Team honors, Led all rookies in points and steals and ranked fifth in assists, Earned Rookie of the Month honors in July and August, Scored in double-figures in 24 out of 34 games, 20 or more points on 6 occasions, and a season-high 34 points vs. San Antonio August 20, Posted 1 point-rebound double-double with 19 points and a season-high 13 boards vs. Washington on September 12, Posted 1 point-assist double-double with 26-points and a season-high 10 assists at Sacramento on September 4, Picked up a season-high 7 steals vs. New York on August 1, Scored in double figures in 6 of 8 postseason games, and 20 or more points in 3 games, including a season playoff-high 29 at Connecticut on September 27, Grabbed a playoff season-high 9 rebounds vs. Seattle on October 2, Handed out a playoff season-high 6 assists at Connecticut on September 27, Picked up a playoff season-high 3 steals on 2 occasions, Connected on 5 of 6 on three-pointers vs. Seattle on October 2, Her 32.0 points per game scoring average was the highest postseason scoring average in WNBA history (no minimum games), Scored 20 or more points in both playoff games, Scored 37 points on 14 of 21 shooting, including 3 of 4 from three-point range, and handed out 7 assists in the Dreams First Round win over Seattle on September 21, Her 37 points vs. Seattle on September 21 are tied for the 7th most points ever scored in a WNBA playoff game, Scored 27 points, making 4 of 6 shots from three-point range, grabbed 6 rebounds and handed out a playoff career-high 9 assists at Chicago on September 25, Her 26.7 points per game scoring average is the 8th highest in WNBA postseason history (no minimum games), Scored in double figures in all 3 playoff games, Scored 39 points on 13 of 20 shooting from the field and 13 of 14 from the free throw line at Chicago on August 24, Her 39 points at Chicago on August 24 are the 5th most points ever scored in a WNBA playoff game, Scored 24 points, grabbed a season playoff-high 6 rebounds, and handed out a season playoff-high 5 assists vs. Chicago on August 22, Grabbed a season playoff-high 8 rebounds vs. Chicago on August 26, Scored in double figures in all 8 playoff games, and 20 or more points on 3 occasions, including a playoff season-high 27 points at Indiana on September 29, Handed out a playoff season-high 7 assists vs. Washington on September 23, Grabbed a playoff season-high 5 rebounds on 3 occasions, Picked up a playoff season-high 3 steals in 4 straight games, Scored in double figures in all 3 playoff games, including a playoff season-high 22 points vs. Indiana on September 30, Grabbed a playoff season-high 9 rebounds at Indiana on September 28, Handed out a playoff season-high 5 assists vs. Indiana on September 30, Picked up a playoff season-high 3 steals at Indiana on October 2, Scored in double figures in all 8 playoff games, including 5 games of 20 or more points, an 2 games of 30 or more points, Tied the WNBA postseason record and the WNBA Finals record with 2 games of 30 or more points, Her 3 games in the WNBA Finals scoring 20 or more points are tied for the 2nd most in league history (Cappie Pondexter, 4, 2009), Scored a playoff season-high and WNBA Finals record 38 points at Minnesota on October 5, breaking her own record set the year prior, Her 38 points at Minnesota on October 5 are the 6th most in a playoff game in WNBA history, Her 16 made free throws in the October 5 game at Minnesota are the second most in WNBA Finals history, and tied for the 4th most in WNBA playoff history, Grabbed a career playoff-high 10 rebounds and added 16 points for her first postseason double-double at Connecticut on September 16, Handed out a playoff season-high 4 assists vs. Indiana on September 25, Picked up a playoff season-high 4 steals on 2 occasions, Her 26.7 points per game scoring average is the 7th highest in WNBA playoff history (no minimum games), Her 6 games of 20 or more points are tied for the fifth most in a single WNBA postseason, Tied the WNBA postseason record with 2 games of 30 or more points, Became just the second WNBA player to score 40 or more points in a postseason game (Tamika Whitmore, Indiana, 2006), Scored in double figures in all 7 playoff games, including 6 games of 20 or more points, and 2 games of 30 or more points, including a WNBA playoff record 42 points vs. New York on September 7. I just think that we also need our allies. When it comes to sports role in the fight against racism McCoughtry is clear that it, and the players, must embrace their part. [27], McCoughtry was one of 21 finalists for the U.S. Women's Olympic Basketball Team Roster. When 27-year-old Angel McCoughtry was asked to appear nude in ESPN The Magazine's "The Body Issue," she didn't need her father's approval to accept the offer. 1 overall player Breanna Stewart, 2022 rookie of the year Rhyne Howard and the return of Brittney Griner to the the top 6, I don't know why I get mistreated. However, the results weren't the same in the playoffs as they were upset 21 in the first round by the Chicago Sky. [7] She was selected 1st overall by the Atlanta Dream in the 2009 WNBA Draft.[8]. WNBA draft grades: Fever, Lynx score top marks, Stars react to the WNBA draft's top picks, How No. [11] In the 2013 season, McCoughtry would win her second scoring title, averaging 21.5 ppg and as well a career-high 2.7 steals per game. Griner: 1st practice 'everything I wanted it to be', Suns, Mercury cut cable, moving to new TV setup, Griner won't play another international season, Fever waive former No. ", Basketball: Angel McCoughtry moves to Galatasaray, "Morning Brew - WNBA star Angel McCoughtry comes out", "WNBA Star Angel McCoughtry To Open Castlebery Hill Ice Cream Shop", "A Way to Extend Her W.N.B.A. I kept hearing people say, Lets stop playing. I was before my time in saying that. 520K Followers, 3,678 Following, 731 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Angel McCoughtry #35 (@mccoughtry) Because one day I'm working for the championships, one day I'm going to get the championship. In 2010, the program retired her No. [22], McCoughtry earned most valuable player honors at the Ekaterinburg International Invitational Tournament, as she helped the USA Basketball team win the competition. In two games since, she scored 12 points on 3-for-8 shooting with six rebounds and two assists in about 20 minutes of play. >> angel mccoughtry has accomplished a lot, she's u of l women's basketball's all-time scoring leader, a two-time olympic gold medalist and 5-ti wnba all-star. 1 pick out of Louisville in the 2009 WNBA draft, missed the 2021 season with the Las Vegas Aces because of a torn ACL in her right knee. That's the same thing with social injustice. She played two games for the Lynx, averaging 6.0 points. Boardroom is a media network that covers the business of sports, entertainment. [18] Despite the season-opening loss, the Aces finished 184 with the number 1 seed, receiving a double bye to the semi-finals. It's unclear what her status for Friday's regular-season opener will be. McCoughtry has also played overseas in Turkey, Slovakia, Lebanon, Hungary and Russia.[1]. Fans across the US are craving concerts. While her first season with Aces was a success -- she averaged 14.4 points and 5.1 rebounds as Las Vegas made it to the 2020 WNBA Finals -- injuries have been an issue for her the past few years. McCoughtrys proverbial shelf of achievements is stacked and on full display in We Are the W, the WNBAs first-ever short film debuting around the tip of the 2022 season, May 6. She had dreams of New York and Big East competition, but it all came crashing down when she couldnt score high enough on the SAT to obtain freshman eligibility. 2015-16 [Mersin Buyuksehir BelediyeTurkey (D3)], 2010-11 [MKB-Euroleasing SopronHungary (A Div)], 2009-10 [Good Angels KosiceSlovakia (Slov-2)], 2009-10 [Good Angels KosiceSlovakia (EL)], {{ player.hanaInfo.HEIGHT | ftInchesToMeters }} m, {{ player.hanaInfo.WEIGHT | lbsToKg }} kg, Angel McCoughtry out with knee injury as Olympic roster selection nears (May 11, 2021), Las Vegas Aces Angel McCoughtry to miss 2021 season with torn ACL (May 11, 2021), Aces Angel McCoughtry tore ACL, meniscus in preseason game (May 10, 2021), WNBA star Angel McCoughtry sets her sights on expanding the womens game (January 5, 2021), WNBA Players and Vistaprint Team Up For Voting Campaign (October 30, 2020), Angel McCoughtry Driven By More Than Just Basketball (October 5, 2020), Has Angel McCoughtry Returned To All Star Form (August 13, 2020), Angel McCoughtry Already Making A Big Impact For The Las Vegas Ace, Both On And Off The Court (August 5, 2020), Angel McCoughtrys Idea Put Into Action (July 25, 2020), Angel McCoughtry Says Dream Owner Is Using WNBA For Political Posturing (July 18, 2020), Former Dream Star Angel McCoughtry Speaks About Loeffler, WNBA Season (July 8, 2020), Angel Interviewed On 11 Alive, Georgia (July 8, 2020), Angel Interviewed On WLKY, Louisville (July 8, 2020), Aces McCoughtry Hopes Jerseys Can Lead To Social Change (June 30, 2020), Aces Angel McCoughtry Pleased Jersey-Name Idea Caught On (June 28, 2020), Angel McCoughtry pitches WNBA jerseys with names of police brutality victims to continue activism (June 23, 2020), Aces star Angel McCoughtry views jersey initiative as seed for change (July 3, 2020), Angel McCoughtry awaits Aces debut amid coronavirus crisis (March 25, 2020), Angel McCoughtry is leaving Atlanta. At 35, she is preparing for her second comeback from an ACL tear this one cost her all of the 2021 season, her second and final with the Las Vegas Aces. People ask, What do you want to do when you retire? Im a creator, and people dont understand that. In a . McCoughtry, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, will join Reeve and Lynx guard Kayla McBride at the 2022 USA Basketball Women's National Team training camp in Washington, D.C., from Feb. 5-7. We need more people to really follow their dreams. We brought it back to life like, 'Hey, it still hasn't ended, but we're not tolerating it anymore where it's unfairly justified. [20], In May 2022, the Minnesota Lynx agreed to a buyout with the former All-Star. In February 2018, it was announced that McCoughtry re-signed with the Dream to a multi-year deal. Despite another historic Finals performance, the Dream were swept 3 games to 0. McCoughtry signed with the Lynx this past February but was recovering from a torn ACL and meniscus suffered last season. Her 35 points in the WNBA Finals against Seattle on September 16 were, at the time, the most scored in a WNBA Finals game. McCoughtry helped the Dream make the WNBA Finals in 2010, '11 and '13. In her debut season, McCoughtry won Rookie of the Year honors, averaging 12.8 ppg. When you buy products through Boardroom's links, we may earn an affiliate commission. From a young age, she understood that she was going to be treated differently from the boys on the court and in life because of her protective father. McCoughtry was able to go through all drills Sunday without any restrictions. It was a grueling experience, away from her family and stranded in an unfamiliar place. Her first ACL tear in 2018 forced her to reckon with how much of her identity was wrapped up in basketball. Lets get in the studio and record. She isnt waiting for retirement to also make a reverberating impact away from the floor. You have so many people that have gifts that are not even using them. You just keep competing, and you keep working. A five-time All-Star, a six-time all-WNBA player, league scoring champ in 2012 and 2013 and seven-time all-defensive team player, McCoughtry is nearly back to 100% following surgery last year.. The Dream would once again make it back to the WNBA Finals, this time against the Minnesota Lynx. She indulges in every emotion, every challenge, and she relays what she has learned to younger players. She played two games for the Lynx, averaging 6.0 points, after missing all of last season with the Las Vegas Aces with a knee injury. [24], McCoughtry was selected to be a member of the National team representing the US at the World Championships held in September and October 2010. We get mistreated in sports, too. Most days, she was the only girl on a basketball court filled with boys. I just want to help inspire. Angel McCoughtry is heading to Minnesota and Briann January is going to Seattle for her final season in the WNBA. [23], McCoughtry was one of twenty players named to the national team pool. Set U.S. Olympic single-game records in 2012 for field goal percentage after going a perfect 8-of-8 against China, and for most field goals made with 10 versus Turkey. Music fans are finding it tougher than ever to secure concert tickets. The last time the Dream selected in the No. No. Im not saying its a bad thing that my dad did that. McCoughtry has been an all-WNBA first-team selection twice . They have the best facilities coming back from an injury. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. She has embodied grace in failure as much as she has embodied joy in triumph. During the season, McCoughtry would be voted into the 2018 WNBA All-Star Game, for her fifth all-star game appearance. She was named Rookie of the Year after leading her draft class in points and steals. Heading into 2022, ranks 16th in the WNBA in career made field goals, 13th in field goal attempts, 15th in two-point field goals made, 11th in two point field goal attempts, 3rd in made free throws, 4th in free throw attempts, 8th in steals, 15th in points, 7th in points per game, and 3rd in steals per game, Injured during the teams preseason game at Los Angeles on May 8 (right ACL), Played just 7 seconds on the year, taking the floor at the end of the August 26 game at Atlanta, Established career highs in field goal percentage, three-point field goal percentage and free throw percentage, Scored in double figures on 18 occasions, and 20 or more points 5 times, Scored a season-high 25 points vs. Chicago on July 26, Recorded 1 point-rebound double-double (13 points, season-high 14 rebounds vs. Seattle on August 22), Led or tied for the team lead in scoring 5 times, in rebounding 2 times and in assists 3 times, Handed out a season-high 6 assists at Minnesota on September 10, Recorded a season-high 4 steals at Atlanta on September 5, Missed almost the entire season rehabbing a knee injury suffered late in the 2018 season, Started and played the first 3 seconds of the final game of the season vs. New York on September 8, Scored a career-high 39 points, making 19 of 22 shots from the free-throw line, while grabbing a season-high 14 rebounds, handing out 4 assists, and picking up 3 steals at New York on June 19, Handed out a season-high 7 assists vs. Indiana on July 13, Scored in double figures in 26 of her 29 games, Posted three point-rebound double-doubles, Recorded a season-high 3 steals on 6 occasions, Suffered a season-ending knee injury vs. Las Vegas on August 7, Blocked a season-high 3 shots vs. Las Vegas on August 7, Scored in double-figures in 29 of 33 games, 20 or more points 17 times, and 30 or more points 3 times, including a season-high 32 points on 2 occasionsvs.

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