Breaking records, breaking ground, and breaking glass ceilings. It is the success that was recognized and celebrated at Stanford University's historic, first all-female Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Friday.
also added Stanford Hall of Famer to her long list of career highlights on and off the court. Ogwumike said Title IX has paved the way forward for her and other women athletes, including her younger sisters.
"Me standing here talking to you today is a reflection of that," Ogwumike said in a speech. " I know there's a lot of probably unsung heroes that never had their chance at being recognized in any way. So, we can't forget about those that came before us and gave us this opportunity. And to be able to be celebrated in a class full of women, to commemorate 50 years of that, it's really magical.