Candice Wiggins
Candice Wiggins
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Candice Michelle Wiggins is a former American professional basketball player.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: July 14, 1987 (age 35)
Still active in sports commentary and advocacy
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American professional basketball player, currently working as a sports commentator and advocate for women's empowerment.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in Oakland, California, Candice Wiggins developed a passion for basketball from an early age. Her mother, a teacher and coach, played a significant role in nurturing her talent. Wiggins attended the University of Stanford, where she was a standout player on the women's basketball team, earning numerous awards and accolades.
Major Accomplishments
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2x NCAA All-American (2006-2007)
Pac-10 Player of the Year (2007)
WNBA Rookie of the Year (2008) with the Minnesota Lynx
4x WNBA All-Star selection
Notable Works or Actions
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In addition to her impressive on-court career, Wiggins has been an advocate for women's empowerment and body positivity. She has written articles and spoken publicly about the importance of self-acceptance and self-love.
Wiggins has also used her platform to promote social justice and address issues affecting women in sports, including sexism, racism, and economic inequality.
Impact and Legacy
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Candice Wiggins' impact on women's basketball extends beyond her impressive playing career. Her advocacy work has inspired countless young athletes to pursue their passions with confidence and self-assurance.
Wiggins' commitment to promoting body positivity and challenging societal beauty standards has helped shift the narrative around what it means to be a strong, capable woman in sports.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Candice Wiggins is widely quoted and remembered for her trailblazing achievements on the court and her unwavering dedication to empowering women. Her unapologetic approach to speaking truth to power has made her a respected voice in the world of sports and beyond.
Wiggins' legacy serves as a testament to the power of perseverance, self-love, and advocacy. Her story inspires readers to embrace their unique strengths and talents, both on and off the court.
Quotes by Candice Wiggins
I cannot think of one post player in the country I'd rather have on my team than Brooke. I'm just really happy that the whole nation could see what we see in practice every day and what a great player she is.
In the game, you are looking for the best shot possible. If I am the best option than I'll shoot it if Brooke (Smith) is the best option. I think we are really looking to go inside during the last time, but their defense sort of made us quick and rushed so we weren't able to get inside like we wanted to.
It was her telling me to relax and just play in the flow of the game. I think that the more that you don't think about your shot, the easier it is.
It was a good reminder. I never want to feel like we did at Boston and Washington. We won't forget it.
It's all about spacing and patience. Yesterday, we never really got into the flow. We had only seven assists and that just shows that we were focused on individual play.
It's all about confidence. Shooting is a funny thing. It's all mental. Once I was patient and starting to play within the flow of the game, my shooting improved. Last year, with Kelley and Susan being such great shooters, whenever I shot, I felt rushed. I didn't think of myself as an option to shoot.
It's a huge weekend. It's important to make a statement. We have a whole half to go, but we definitely want to make an impression.
I've never experienced back-to-back losses in college. It's difficult to handle a loss in general and this is harder.