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Seattle Storm Star Receives Fourth Sportsmanship Award
Aug 30, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Storm forward Nneka Ogwumike (3) is pictured during a game against the Chicago Sky at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images
The Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award gave Nneka Ogwumike her fourth honor because of her leadership abilities and her commitment to play the game with integrity. Her 2025 statistics, along with her community service and her dedication to basketball, make her a role model to everyone. Each year, the WNBA identifies players who have demonstrated basketball excellence, along with showing great leadership qualities while maintaining both respect and dignity. Not every player embodies these high qualities, but there is one standout player that has and that is Nneka Ogwumike, who has once again been honored with the Kim Perrot Sportsmanship award. This makes the fourth time Ogwumike has received this honor, making her the league's most respected player in WNBA history. The recognition reflects not just achievements on the basketball court but also within her professionalism, leadership, and her ability to uplift others around her. The veteran forward and MVP winner continues to shine through her character and by lea

This article first appeared on Seattle Storm on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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