Full Name
Angel Reese
Date of Birth
May 6, 2002
Place of Birth
Randallstown, Maryland, United States
Date of Death
Still Living
Place of Death
N/A
Education
- St. Frances Academy, Baltimore, MD (High School)
- University of Maryland (Freshman and Sophomore years, Major in Communication)
- Louisiana State University (Transferred after Sophomore year)
Spouses Names
N/A
Children Names
N/A
Parents Names
Angel Webb Reese (mother), Michael Reese (father)
Siblings’ Names
Known Affiliates Names
Cam’Ron Fletcher (relationship), Jordan Hawkins (cousin)
Affiliated Organizations’ Names
- Maryland Terrapins (NCAA Basketball team)
- LSU Tigers (NCAA Basketball team)
- USA Basketball (AmeriCup team)
Personal Life
Angel Reese, born on May 6, 2002, in Randallstown, Maryland, emerged as a prominent figure in women’s college basketball. She attended Saint Frances Academy in Baltimore, Maryland, where she distinguished herself as a McDonald’s All-American, leading her team to three straight IAAM championships. Reese was ranked as the No. 2 overall player and the No. 1 wing in the class of 2020 by ESPN. Her academic journey continued at Louisiana State University (LSU), where she majors in interdisciplinary studies, with a prior focus on communications at the University of Maryland, College Park. Reese has expressed a keen interest in pursuing broadcasting and modeling after her basketball career. She has been recognized for her academic achievements, being a member of the honor roll in high school[1].
Career
Angel Reese’s basketball career took off at Maryland, where she earned First Team All-Big 10 and Defensive All-Big 10 honors as one of the top players in the Big 10. After transferring to LSU, Reese continued to excel, making significant contributions to her team’s success. She has been a pivotal player for LSU, achieving numerous milestones, including becoming the first SEC player in over 20 years to record 25 points, 16 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 blocks, and 2 steals in a single game. Reese also set LSU’s NCAA Tournament record for rebounds in a game. Her performance has not only been recognized on the court but also through her selection as a semifinalist for the Naismith Player of the Year award and a finalist for the Katrina McClain Award[5][4].
Achievements
Angel Reese’s achievements extend beyond her impressive statistics. She was named SEC Player of the Year and has been a part of both the All-SEC First Team and SEC All-Defensive team. Reese’s influence reaches into the realm of social media, where her following soared to over a million after the National Championship, highlighting her growing brand and impact. Her accolades include being featured in the Time 100 Next list, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, Harper’s Bazaar Icons Issue, and Forbes 30 Under 30 sports list for 2024. Reese’s contributions to basketball and her community were honored with the naming of the Angel Reese Court in her hometown[1][4].
Controversies, Myths, Misconceptions
Angel Reese has managed to maintain a relatively controversy-free public image. However, her personal life, particularly her relationship and subsequent breakup with fellow college basketball player Cam’Ron Fletcher, garnered media attention. Despite the public interest in her personal relationships, Reese has focused on her career and personal growth, emphasizing her independence and self-worth[3].
Bibliography
Angel Reese’s career is still in progress, and as of now, there are no books authored by her. Her story is primarily documented through interviews, sports coverage, and her social media presence.
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