A talented WNBA player and Olympic gold medalist, known for her impressive scoring ability and energetic playing style.
Candice Wiggins is a former American professional basketball player known for her impressive skills on the court and her trailblazing career that has inspired countless women in the sport. She is the all-time leading scorer in Stanford and Pac-10 women's basketball history, and has won numerous awards and accolades throughout her career.
Wiggins was born on February 14, 1987, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Alan and Angela Wiggins. Her father, a former Major League Baseball player, moved the family to San Diego, California, where Candice grew up. Tragedy struck when she was just four years old, as her father passed away due to AIDS. This experience would later inspire her to partner with the nonprofit organization Until There's A Cure (UTAC) to raise awareness and funds to combat the disease.
Wiggins attended La Jolla Country Day School in La Jolla, California, where she was a four-year letterwinner in both volleyball and basketball. She was a dominant force on the court, earning CIF Division IV Player of the Year honors all four years. As a senior, she was named a McDonald's All-American.
Wiggins played college basketball at Stanford University, where she graduated as the all-time leading scorer in Stanford and Pac-10 women's basketball history. During her time at Stanford, she was named the Pac-10 Freshman of the Year in 2005 and the Pac-10 Player of the Year in 2006 and 2008.
Wiggins was drafted by the Minnesota Lynx with the third overall pick in the 2008 WNBA draft. She went on to play for the Tulsa Shock, Los Angeles Sparks, and New York Liberty, winning a WNBA championship in 2011 and earning WNBA Sixth Woman of the Year honors in 2008. She has also played overseas in Spain and Greece.
Wiggins has been an advocate for AIDS awareness and education, partnering with UTAC to raise funds and promote education about the disease. She has also worked with the WNBA's "Read to Achieve" program, promoting literacy and education among young people.
Candice Wiggins' remarkable career is an inspiration to women and girls everywhere. Her determination, hard work, and perseverance in the face of adversity have made her a role model for many. Her legacy extends beyond her impressive basketball achievements, as she continues to make a positive impact on her community and the world.
"I'm proud to be a part of a league that is committed to making a difference in the world. I'm proud to be a role model for young girls and women everywhere." - Candice Wiggins
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