Born Sheryl Denise Swoopes on March 25, 1971, in Brownfield, Texas
Gave birth to her son, Jordan, on June 25, 1997Was the first woman to have her own Nike basketball shoe named after her called the “Air Swoopesâ€Would like to pursue sports broadcasting after playing career is overEnjoys spending time with her son, shooting pool and playing video games
Formed The Sheryl Swoopes Foundation for YouthAlso featured in books Sports Heroes and Women Who WinWon the 2001 ESPY for Women’s Pro Basketball Player of the Year2006 ESPY BEST WNBA PLAYERWas invited to join President George W. Bush for the Opening Ceremonies to the 2002 Winter Olympics