Sue Wicks
Sue Wicks
Sue Wicks is an American basketball player, coach, and motivational figure, best known for her standout career with the New York Liberty in the WNBA. Born in 1966 in Center Moriches, New York, she starred at Rutgers University from 1984–1988, where she became the school’s all‑time leading scorer and rebounder, earning multiple Kodak All‑American selections and national player of the year honors sebsnjaesnews.rutgers.edu. Wicks later played for the Liberty from 1997 to 2002, earning a spot as a WNBA All-Star and receiving the Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award in 2000 .
Although Wicks has not authored books in the traditional sense, her reflections and public statements serve as a meaningful source of inspiration. Known for her leadership, integrity, and advocacy for women's sports, she has influenced many both on and off the court. In her current role as a coach and founder of youth basketball programs, Wicks continues to mentor young athletes with a focus on personal growth and team spirit sebsnjaesnews.rutgers.edu.
Quotes by Sue Wicks reveal her philosophy on sportsmanship, hard work, and self-worth:
“I think sportsmanship is knowing that it is a game… whether you win or lose, to always give 100 percent.”
“You shouldn’t just work on your jump shot. You should work on being a better person, a better teammate, and a better friend.”
“There’s a lot of room to grow, and the women who believe they’re worth it are the ones who are going to make good things happen during the next period of WNBA growth.”
Through her career, coaching, and enduring wisdom, Sue Wicks continues to inspire through her commitment to excellence, teamwork, and the empowerment of women in sports.