Arike Ogunbowale
Arike Ogunbowale, an American professional basketball player with the Dallas Wings in the Women's National Basketball Association. She was a player for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in college before she was drafted as the 5th overall pick by the Wings in the 2019 WNBA draft. Arike Ogunbowale was born March 2nd, 1997 in Milwaukee Wisconsin to parents Yolanda and Gregory Ogunbowale. Mario Ogunbowale is her 26-year-old brother, and Dare Ogunbowale, 20 years of age. The parents of her were the ones who spoilt her most due to her being the most young. The father of her Gregory was stationed in the Nigerian Army for quite some period of time. Ogunbowale comes from a family that has ties to the sporting world. Her mother Yolanda was a softball player for DePaul and her brother Dare plays football. Her cousin Endia Ollie plays Volleyball in the team of Tennessee State. Ogunbowale was on the school's Honour Roll for three years consecutively. High school has earned her acclaim as well as fame. Arike was a graduate of Divine Savior Holy Angels High School in her hometown. While studying at the school, she also participated in three seasons of varsity soccer. Ogunbowale's exceptional abilities led to her team winning stunning games repeatedly. Her high school playing career comprised of 73 starts, 1,477 career points and 739 lifetime rebound. Ogunbowale has won Gold Medals at the 2013 FIBA Americas U16 Championships in 2014, the FIBA U17 World Championships, and the 2013 3x3 FIBA U18 Championships. She was named the USA Youth Olympic Women's Basketball Team 7 July 2014. Ogunbowale is also named to be part of the ACC All-Freshman Team for her first ever collegiate experience. Kobe Bryant congratulated her after shooting a number of big shots in the NCCA Tournament. Ogunbowale, even though she is a relative newcomer to basketball, is already establishing herself as an elite player. She will surely succeed in her professional career. Arike's Net Worth according to a credible source is approximately $5 million. Ogunbowale, who is a professional basketball player is also a star in other fields. She also plays soccer and has even won State Cups for the Lake County United Soccer Club. She also plays the piano for a total of seven years.
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