Basketball Player
Tamika Catchings
Tamika Catchings is an iconic retired WNBA player who played 15 years for the Indiana Fever.
About
Tamika Catchings is an American retired professional basketball player who spent her entire 15-year career in the WNBA, playing for the Indiana Fever. She is one of the most iconic and respected names in the history of women's basketball, having been named an All-Star 10 times and winning a championship. She was the WNBA Rookie of the Year in 2002 and was named MVP in 2011.
Tamika Catchings Timeline
1979
Tamika Catchings is Born
On July 21, 1979, Tamika Catchings was born in Stratford, New Jersey, United States.
1997
High School Career Highlight
Catchings was named the Naismith Prep Player of the Year in 1997 during her high school career.
2001
Joins Indiana Fever
In 2001, Catchings was drafted by the Indiana Fever in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) draft.
2002
Named WNBA Rookie of the Year
Catchings received the WNBA Rookie of the Year award in 2002.
2012
Wins WNBA Championship
In 2012, Catchings led the Indiana Fever to win the WNBA Championship and was named the Finals MVP.
2016
Retirement from Professional Basketball
Catchings retired from professional basketball in 2016 after a successful career.
2020
Inducted into Hall of Fame
In 2020, Catchings was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
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When is Tamika Catchings birthday?
Tamika Catchings, a professional basketball player, was born on July 21, 1979, and is currently 44 years old. She has been inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame and is best known for her incredible career playing in the Women's National Basketball Association.