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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 17, 1971 Tampa, Florida |
| Nationality | American |
| Career information | |
| High school | East Bay (Gibsonton, Florida) |
| College | Maryland (1989–1993) |
| WNBA draft | 1997 / Round: 3 / Pick: 19th overall |
| Selected by the Los Angeles Sparks | |
| Position | Guard / Forward |
| Career history | |
| 1997–1998 | Los Angeles Sparks |
| 2000–2001 | Miami Sol |
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