“I feel like I’m fortunate that this year there’s been a light shone on my work.”Ogwumike didn’t need basketball to make 2020 one of her most successful years yet. AdvertisementWhen the year began, Ogwumike had every intention of making her mark on the court with the Sparks. The WNBA players association, for which Ogwumike serves as a vice president, negotiates the details of the season. AdvertisementThe stress of watching games from afar is much worse than being on the court, Ogwumike said. “I might as well just be about it.”Just one example: @Chiney Ogwumike has helped us recruit more than 20,000 volunteers to work the polls.

Source: Los Angeles Times December 28, 2020 20:15 UTC