Basketball has historically been considered a male sport, but female heroines like Chiney Ogwumike have changed that narrative. She has been instrumental in revolutionising women's basketball in the United States. Chiney Ogwumike's height and athletic body have helped her become a better player, establishing herself among the best.

Chiney Ogwumike's height — Chiney Ogwumike of the Los Angeles Sparks handles the ball against the Washington Mystics at Crypto.com Arena on 21 June 2022 in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Meg Oliphant
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What nationality is Chiney Ogwumike? The power forward was born and raised in Texas, making her an American citizen. She also has a Nigerian background, courtesy of her parents. We uncover her history, career, net worth, and personal life.

Chiney Ogwumike's profile summary

Full name	Chinenye Ogwumike
Known as	Chiney Ogwumike
Date of birth	21 March 1992
Age	31 (as of January 2024)
Birthplace	Tomball, Texas, United States
Nationality	American
Home town	Cypress, Texas
Height	1.891 m (6' 3")
Weight	83 kg (183 lb)
Hair colour	Black
Eye colour	Dark brown
Education	Cy-Fair High School, Stanford University
Profession	Basketball player, analyst
Team	Los Angeles Sparks, United States national team
Parents	Peter and Ify Ogwumike
Siblings	Nneka, Erica, Olivia
Husband	Raphael Akpejiori
Salary	$116,000 (annually)
Net worth	$1 million - $5 million
Social media	Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter)

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How old is Chiney Ogwumike?

American athlete Chiney Ogwumike (age 31 as of January 2024) was born on 21 March 1992 in Tomball, Texas, United States. She is one of the most experienced female basketball players on earth.

Chiney Ogwumike's family

The talented power forward was born to Nigerian parents, Peter and Ify Ogwumike. The two moved from Nigeria to the United States to pursue different courses. Peter attended Weber State University in Utah and later worked in Houston. His wife, Ify, also studied in the US and is an assistant school district superintendent.

Chiney has three sisters, Nneka, Erica, and Olivia, who also play basketball. She played with her elder sister Nneka at Stanford University, while Erica and Olivia studied at Rice University, where they represented the school team in the NCAA college basketball.

"Our parents raised us to be collaborative and be teammates instead of competitive." Chiney said in an interview. "We just love celebrating each other, and I think it's also what contributes to how we achieve what we achieve." She added.

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Nneka is also an established figure in women's basketball. She joined the WNBA in 2012 and was drafted No.1 by the Los Angeles Sparks. Chiney Ogwumike's sister led the Sparks to the 2016 championship and won the league's MVP.

Chiney Ogwumike's height and weight

Chiney Ogwumike's sister — Chiney Ogwumike (L) and Nneka Ogwumike (R) pose for a picture during the LA Dodgers Foundation's annual Blue Diamond Gala at Dodger Stadium on 16 June 2022 in LA, California. Photo: Kevin Winter
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How tall is Chiney Ogwumike? Most basketball players are gifted with height to help the baskets and defend the ball against opponents. According to the WNBA records, Chinenye's height is 1.91 m (6'3"), ideal for playing basketball.

Although Chiney does not rank among the top 10 tallest WNBA players in 2023, she is taller than Nneka (1.88 m or 6' 2"). Chiney Ogwumike and her sister started their careers as gymnasts before the mother's colleague suggested they join basketball because of their height.

How much does Chiney Ogwumike weigh?

The LA Sparks star weighs 83 kg or 183 lbs. Ogwumike regularly trains and sticks to a routine diet to keep her body fit and in shape. She has dark brown eyes and black hair.

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Chiney Ogwumike's career

The American athlete has made significant strides in basketball as a player in college in the Women's National Basketball Association and as an analyst. She graduated with a degree in international relations at Stanford University, where she also enjoyed playing basketball.

Playing career

Chiney Ogwumike's stats — Chiney Ogwumike (C), Nneka Ogwumike (L), and Brittney Sykes (R) of the LA Sparks react during their game against the Minnesota Lynx on 17 May 2022 in California. Photo: Meg Oliphant
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The power forward played 145 games and managed 2,737 career points for Stanford. She then joined the Connecticut Sun in the 2014 WNBA draft. Chiney and her sister Nneka became the second siblings to be selected number one overall in a professional sports league. Here is a breakdown of Chiney Ogwumike's stats and career timeline.

Connecticut Sun

Ogwumike averaged 15.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.1 steals, and 1.1 blocks per game in her debut season with Connecticut, and she won the Rookie of the Year award. She played under Head Coach Curt Miller for two seasons, averaging 13.5 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 64 games.

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The WNBA star missed the 2015 season due to injury and returned in 2016, averaging 12.6 points per game. She managed a career-best 60.3% from the field in 2018, averaging 14.4 points and 7.3 rebounds.

Familia Schio and Henan Yichuan

The talented power forward played for Familia Schio in Italy and Henan Yichuan in China from 2015 to 2016. She would later return to the United States.

Los Angeles Sparks

The 2014 WNBA rookie of the year signed for LA Sparks in 2019, reuniting with her sister. She missed the 2020 season due to health concerns about playing in the bubble during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Sparks re-signed her in 2022 and averaged 7.0 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 26 games.

National team

Nneka's sister won gold in the 2010 FIBA Americas U18 Championships with the USA women's team. She also competed in the 2011 World University events in Shenzhen, China, and won gold medals in all six events.

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ESPN Analyst

Chiney Ogwumike's age — ESPN analyst Chiney Ogwumike reports on the 2022 NBA Draft on 23 June 2022 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Photo: Mike Lawrence
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Ogwumike co-hosts ESPN's daily show, NBA Today, when not playing on the court. She is also a full-time analyst on the NBA Countdown show. The Sparks star became the first black woman and WNBA player to host a national radio show for ESPN.

WNBA president

The Texas-born athlete was elected Vice President of the WNBA Players Association in 2016. Her sister Nneka serves as the president of the association.

Interesting facts about Chiney Ogwumike

Chiney Ogwumike's salary — Chiney Ogwumike of the Los Angeles Sparks helps teammates warm up before a game against the Las Vegas Aces at Michelob ULTRA Arena on 19 August 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo: Ethan Miller
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Where is Chiney Ogwumike now? Besides her basketball endeavours, the WNBA star has advocated for equality and women's empowerment. She has made millions and lives a luxury lifestyle. So, is Chiney Ogwumike married? Discover more about her here.

Who is Chiney Ogwumike's husband?

The two-time WNBA All-Star is married to Ethasor Akpejiori. So, when was Chiney Ogwumike's engagement? The American athlete got engaged on Christmas Eve in 2022, then tied the knot in a traditional Nigerian and a Western wedding ceremony in November 2023.

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Over 900 guests attended Akpejiori and Chiney Ogwumike's wedding at the Igbo Catholic Community Center in Houston, Texas. Chiney Ogwumike's partner is a heavyweight boxer and mechanical engineer. He was born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria.

Chiney Ogwumike's net worth and salary

The basketball star has a reported net worth of $1 million - $5 million as of 2023. Chiney Ogwumike's salary is around $116,390 annually, making her one of the best-paid players in the WNBA.

Chiney Ogwumike's Instagram

Akpejiori's wife has 290k followers on Instagram as of January 2024. She is also available on Facebook with 113k followers and on X(Twitter) with 124.6k.

Final word

Chiney Ogwumike's height and body measurements have helped her in basketball. She is one of the best players in the WNBA and a mentor to many on and off the court. Her joy, passion, and expertise make her a successful media personality.

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Helix Odhiambo

Helix Odhiambo is an award-winning Kenyan journalist and content creator with over 6 years of experience. In 2016, he won the Goal Blaze Correspondent Award for young writers.