Chiney Ogwumike’s Parents

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Chiney Ogwumike’s Parents
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Chiney Ogwumike is a professional basketball player turned full-time sports broadcaster. Her latest stint in the WNBA was with the Los Angeles Sparks. She was drafted by the Connecticut Suns in 2014 and also won the WNBA Rookie of the Year award, averaging 15.5 points per game and 8.5 rebounds per game.

She is a 2-time WNBA All-Star despite being injured for most of her career.

Ogwumike signed her first full-time contract with ESPN to become a full-time basketball analyst in 2018. She went on to become the first black woman to host a national radio show for ESPN and the first WNBA player to do so.

Who are Chiney Ogwumike’s Parents?

Chiney Ogwumike’s parents are Ify and Peter Ogwumike. Ogwumike is one of four girls in the Ogwumike household, the second oldest among her sisters.

Who is Chiney Ogwumike’s Mother?

Chiney Ogwumike’s mother, Ify Ogwumike is a woman born of Nigerian descent who moved to the United States with her husband to pursue her studies. She eventually became an assistant school district superintendent, as per Sports Brief.

Who is Chiney Ogwumike’s Father?

Chiney Ogwumike’s father is Peter Ogwumike, a Nigerian, who came to the United States to pursue his education at Weber State University in Utah and later worked in Houston as a technology consultant, as per Buzz.

What Nationality are Chiney Ogwumike’s Parents?

Though the nationality of Peter and Ify Ogwumike is not available in the public domain, it is known that they were born in Nigeria and immigrated to the United States. Their four daughters, born in the United States, have dual citizenship.

FAQ's On Chiney Ogwumike’s Parents

A. Yes, Chiney Ogwumike is a first-generation Nigerian-American. 

A. Nneka Ogwumike is the elder sister of Chiney Ogwumike. 

A. Chiney Ogwumike was born in Tomball, Texas.

A. Chiney Ogwumike’s husband is professional boxer Rapahel Akpejori.

A. Chiney Ogwumike is temporarily away from the game, focusing on her career as a broadcaster for ESPN. 

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