Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: U.S. Global Cultural Ambassador
As you are probably already aware, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is one of the greatest to have graced the NBA, ever. His career heated up upon his retirement, as he became an actor, basketball coach and best-selling author, among other ventures. He is best recognized for being chosen by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to be a U.S. Global Cultural Ambassador. Thought that was impressive? He became a true legend in 2016 when then-President Barack Obama awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: U.S. Global Cultural Ambassador
Herb Williams: WNBA Coach
Herb Williams played in the NBA for 18 seasons, from 1981 to 1999. Although he did retire, he hasn’t stepped away from the basketball court. He is currently the assistant coach for the New York Liberty of the WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association. He was hired by the Big Apple team in 2015 and remains there today.
Herb Williams: WNBA Coach
