Rebecca Lynn Hammon is a Russian-American professional basketball coach and former player, currently serving as the head coach of the Las Vegas Aces in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA).
She previously worked as an assistant coach for the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA. Under her leadership, the Aces won the 2023 WNBA championship, marking Hammon as the first coach in 20 years to secure back-to-back titles.
On August 12, 2023, Hammon was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, recognizing her significant contributions to basketball as a player and coach.
Profile
- Full Name: Rebecca Lynn Hammon
- Stage Name: Becky Hammon
- Born: March 11 1977
- Age: 47 years old
- Birthplace: Rapid City, South Dakota, United States
- Nationality: Russian-American
- Occupation: Russian-American basketball coach
- Height: 1.68 m
- Parents: Martin Hammon, Bev Hammon
- Siblings: Gina Hammon and Matt Hammon
- Partner: Brenda Milano
- Children: 2
- Relationship: Unknown
- Net Worth: $500,000 and $5 million
Early Life And Education
Rebecca Lynn Hammon was born on March 11, 1977, in Rapid City, South Dakota, United States, to Bev and Martin Hammon.
She has two siblings: a sister, Gina Hammon, and a brother, Matt Hammon. Hammon attended Stevens High School in Rapid City before graduating from Colorado State University.
She is of Russian-American descent, and her mother has Russian heritage. She practices Christianity.
Career
Becky Hammon’s love for basketball began at a young age, and her skills quickly stood out during her time at Colorado State University.
From 1995 to 1999, she became a three-time All-American, leading her team to the NCAA Sweet Sixteen 1999.
Hammon earned the prestigious title of Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Player of the Year, and with 2,740 points, she remains the WAC’s all-time leading scorer.
Hammon’s professional career began in 1999 when she entered the WNBA as an undrafted player with the New York Liberty.
Despite this setback, she became a key contributor to the team, helping them reach the WNBA Finals several times. In 2007, she joined the San Antonio Silver Stars, where she played until her retirement in 2014.
Additionally, Hammon showcased her talents internationally, playing in leagues in Italy and Russia during the WNBA off-seasons. After obtaining Russian citizenship, she also represented Russia in the 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games.
Transitioning into coaching, Hammon made history 2014 as the first woman to serve as a full-time assistant coach in the NBA with the San Antonio Spurs, working under Gregg Popovich.
She made further strides in 2015, becoming the first woman to coach in the NBA Summer League, leading the Spurs to a championship.
In 2021, Hammon took over as the head coach of the Las Vegas Aces, leading them to back-to-back WNBA championships in 2022 and 2023.
Throughout her career, Hammon has received numerous honors, including being named WNBA Coach of the Year in 2022 and being inducted into both the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2023. Her legacy continues to inspire future generations of women in sports.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @officialbeckyhammon
- Facebook handle: @officialbeckyhammon
- Twitter handle: @BeckyHammon
Personal Life
Becky Hammon is in a long-term relationship with Brenda Milano, a former basketball player and coach.
The couple met in 2010 and began dating in 2015. They have two adopted sons, Cayden (born in 2015) and Samuel (born in 2018).
While they have been together for over 10 years, the couple has not publicly confirmed their marital status and prefers to keep their relationship private.
Net Worth
Becky Hammon’s net worth is estimated to range between $500,000 and $5 million. Her earnings primarily stem from her successful career as both a basketball player and coach.
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