WNBPA President, Sparks Veteran Retiring At End of 2026 Season
Summary
Nneka Ogwumike, a veteran player for the Los Angeles Sparks, announced she will retire at the end of the 2026 WNBA season. She has had a successful career with many honors and also serves as the president of the Women's National Basketball Players Association.Key Facts
- Ogwumike was drafted first overall in the 2012 WNBA Draft by the Los Angeles Sparks.
- She won the WNBA championship and Most Valuable Player Award in 2016.
- Ogwumike was named Rookie of the Year in 2012 and earned 11 All-Star selections.
- She has played 15 seasons, mostly with the Sparks, and also two seasons with the Seattle Storm.
- Ogwumike announced her retirement plan during an interview on “Boardroom Talks.”
- She has been the president of the WNBA players’ association since 2016 and will continue until 2026.
- WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert praised Ogwumike’s leadership and contributions to the league.
- Ogwumike said she feels grateful and at peace with her decision to retire.
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