Maya Moore

Maya Moore is an iconic figure in women’s basketball and social justice advocacy, recognized for her exceptional talent and unwavering commitment to change. As a standout player for the University of Connecticut (UConn), Moore led her team to back-to-back NCAA Championships in 2009 and 2010, becoming the first female player to sign with the Air Jordan brand. During her college career, she amassed numerous accolades, including two Naismith College Player of the Year awards and the prestigious John Wooden Award. Moore graduated with a remarkable 3.7 GPA while cementing her legacy as one of the greatest collegiate athletes.

Moore continued her dominance in the WNBA after being selected first overall by the Minnesota Lynx in the 2011 draft. Her tenure with the Lynx was marked by four WNBA championships (2011, 2013, 2015, and 2017) and numerous individual honors, including the WNBA Most Valuable Player award in 2014 and three Finals MVP titles. With a career point total exceeding 6,000 points and multiple All-Star selections, Moore consistently showcased her scoring and playmaking skills, contributing significantly to the Lynx’s success and elevating the competitive standard in the league.

Beyond her athletic achievements, Moore is a passionate social justice advocate. She co-founded Win with Justice, focusing on prosecutorial reform, and was instrumental in the high-profile release of Jonathan Irons, a man serving a wrongful conviction. Her activism has earned her recognition, including the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage, and has made her a leading voice for justice in sports.

In 2023, Moore announced her retirement from professional basketball to dedicate herself fully to advocacy and her community initiatives. Her remarkable journey, both on and off the court, has solidified her as a transformative figure in sports, inspiring countless individuals to strive for greatness while championing justice and equality.