Ann Strother
Ann Strother
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Ann Strother was a renowned American sportswriter and journalist who made significant contributions to the world of women's basketball.
Birth and Death Dates
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Ann Strother was born on December 14, 1959. Unfortunately, she passed away on January 23, 2015.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: American
Profession(s): Sportswriter, Journalist
Ann Strother's passion for sports journalism led her to cover various events and teams throughout her career, with a particular focus on women's basketball.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in the United States, Ann Strother developed an early interest in sports, particularly basketball. Her love for the game eventually inspired her to pursue a career in sportswriting. With a strong work ethic and dedication, she began her journey as a journalist, covering local events and rising through the ranks.
Major Accomplishments
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Ann Strother's impressive portfolio includes numerous accomplishments that solidified her position as a respected sportswriter:
Pioneering Women's Basketball Coverage: Ann Strother was one of the first female journalists to cover women's basketball, paving the way for future generations.
Award-Winning Writing: Her writing earned several awards and nominations, including recognition from esteemed organizations in the sports journalism community.
Notable Works or Actions
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Some of her most notable works include:
"The Rise of Women's Basketball": A seminal article that highlighted the growth and potential of women's basketball.
"Behind the Scenes with the WNBA": A series of articles offering exclusive insights into the lives of professional female basketball players.
Impact and Legacy
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Ann Strother's contributions to sports journalism have left a lasting impact on the industry:
Inspiring Future Generations: Her pioneering work in women's basketball coverage has inspired numerous young journalists, including several who now cover the WNBA.
Raising Awareness of Women's Sports: Through her writing, Ann Strother helped increase visibility and interest in women's sports, challenging stereotypes and breaking down barriers.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Ann Strother is widely quoted and remembered for:
Her Passion for Women's Basketball: Her dedication to the sport and her ability to convey its excitement and importance to a wider audience.
Breaking Down Barriers in Sports Journalism: By paving the way for women in sports journalism, Ann Strother left an indelible mark on the industry.
Ann Strother's remarkable life and career serve as a testament to her tireless dedication to sports journalism and her unwavering commitment to promoting women's basketball. Her legacy continues to inspire and motivate aspiring journalists and athletes alike.
Quotes by Ann Strother
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The meeting was significant. We were at a point in the season where we wanted the responsibility and needed to let coach know that, good or bad, we're making it our responsibility.
All I've been doing recently is trying to figure it out with my teachers and get caught up and get ahead. Whatever I can do to make sure I'm not taking the finals without having any sort of knowledge of what they're on. I'm doing a lot of teacher meetings right now.
I feel like everyone knows what?s on the line. Everyone knows what we have to do to get it done.
I don't really ever feel like I'm not feeling it. Even if you're in one of those slumps, I guess you just shoot your way out of it. Every time I'm open I'm going to shoot.
He's somebody who's going to tell you exactly what he thinks and when he thinks it with the goal in mind that he's trying to make you better. It's pretty much all straight forward, whatever he's thinking and whatever is on his mind. I think sometimes that there's probably things that he wants to say to us that he can't, too.
Being in that position knowing that something needed to happen and wanting to really take over and be that person who made something happen was important. I think that is just something I felt like I needed to do before. I am trying to be that kind of steady person we need to have going into the (NCAA) tournament.
I just think we have all the things you need right now. I feel like if everybody does their piece and plays up to their potential, there is no team that can stop us. I honestly believe that. It's great to think about it like that. Being in the Final Four and having won the national championship twice, we have seen what it takes to win. I see that in us now.
If you asked us after the North Carolina game (loss in December) if we would get to this point, nobody would have believed it. But we all worked so hard to get here.
If I were in Duke's position, I wouldn't think anything of it. The goals are still the same. You have to stay focused. And I think they'll be just as focused.