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Chiney Ogwumike: Wikipedia, Age, Height, Net Worth, Boyfriend, Ethnicity

Chiney Ogwumike is a well-known Nigerian-American basketball player who gained recognition as a member of the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) team, the Connecticut Sun, playing as a power forward in the number 13 jersey.

Quick Facts

Real NameChiney Ogwumike
Nick NameChiney
Date Of BirthMarch 22, 1992
Age31 years old
BirthplaceTomball, Texas
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionBasketball player
Height6 feet 3 inches
Weight62 kg
Hair ColorBlack
Eye colorDark Brown
Net Worth$3 million

Age & Early Life

Born on March 22, 1992, in Tomball, Texas, Chiney Ogwumike hails from an African American descent with American nationality. She was named Chinenye Ogwumike, and her sister is Nneka Ogwumike. Her father is Peter Ogwumike, and her mother’s name is not disclosed.

Ogwumike attended Cy-Fair High School in Cypress, Texas, where she earned recognitions as a McDonald’s All-American and a WBCA All-American. She opted for Stanford University over Connecticut and Notre Dame.

Height & Weight

Standing at 6 feet 3 inches, Chiney Ogwumike weighs 62 kg, with dark brown eyes and black hair.

Chiney Ogwumike

Net Worth

What is Chiney Ogwumike’s net worth? Though her income remains undisclosed, her net worth is estimated at $3 million as of January 2024. Her professional success presumably contributes to her substantial income and net worth.

Career

Chiney Ogwumike commenced her professional basketball career in 2014 and continues to be active in the sport. She entered the professional scene after being selected by the Connecticut Sun in the 2014 WNBA draft. Her debut season saw her achieve fame with an average of 15.1 points per game. She and her sister, Nneka Ogwumike, were chosen as WNBA All-Stars, the first sisters to receive the honor. She missed the entire 2015 season due to a right knee injury.

Returning in the 2016 season after rehabilitation, she maintained an average of 12.6 points per game. In a game against the Dallas Wings, she set a career-best with 26 points and 15 rebounds. Alongside the WNBA, Ogwumike has previously played for Familia Schio and Henan Yichuan. She is also a member of the US national team, earning gold in the 2010 FIBA Americas U18 Championships For Women. Additionally, she competed in the 2011 World University events in Shenzhen, China, securing gold medals in all six events.

Boyfriend & Dating

Who is Chiney Ogwumike dating? Chiney Ogwumike is currently single, with no known previous relationships. Her personal life remains relatively private compared to her professional endeavors, and there is no credible evidence regarding her marital status or children. Given her celebrity status, public interest in her personal life persists, although information about it remains scarce.