Arike Ogunbowale
Arike Ogunbowale, a Nigerian American pro basketball player with the Dallas Wings of the Women's National Basketball Association. Arike Ogunbowale was a college basketball player with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish before being drafted to the Wings as the fifth overall selection for the 2019 WNBA. Arike Ogunbowale born 2nd March 1997, Milwaukee Wisconsin. Parents Yolanda Gregory Ogunbowale. Mario Ogunbowale is her 26-year-old brother and Dare Ogunbowale, 20 years of age. She is the youngest of her siblings and was the one who received the greatest attention from her parents. Gregory's father was part of the Nigerian Army. Ogunbowale hails from a dynamic family. Her mother Yolanda played softball at DePaul, and her brother Dare was once football player. Her aunt used to play the sport of volleyball in UAPB. And her cousin Endia is a volleyball player too in Tennessee State. Ogunbowale was in the honor roll of her school for 3 years in a row. High school brought her fame and acclaim. Arike received her diploma from Divine Savior Holy Angels High School situated in her hometown. She played three varsity season during her time at school. Ogunbowale led her team to numerous victories using her outstanding abilities. In her high school career she's scored 73 career begins and 1,477 points. She also lists 739 rebound. Ogunbowale has won gold at the 2013 U16 FIBA Americas Championships and 2014 FIBA U17 World Championships and 2013 3x3 FIBA U18 Championships. The 7th of July 2014 was the day she was selected to the 2014 USA Youth Olympic Women's Basketball Team. Ogunbowale was also selected to the ACC All-Freshman Team following her debut year as a collegiate player. Kobe Bryant congratulated her after hitting several big shots at the NCCA Tournament. Even though she is still just a rookie she has made herself a top basketball star and is sure to follow her dream. Arike Ogunbowale could be worth $5 million, according to an anonymous source. Ogunbowale is a pro basketball player who is also a star in other fields. She also enjoys soccer. She won State Cup titles with Lake County United Soccer Club as well as FC Milwaukee Soccer Club. The pianist was also a part of her for seven years.
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