Ann Meyers Drysdale

Ann Meyers Drysdale is a pioneering figure in women's sports, known for her exceptional basketball career. She was the first woman to receive a four-year athletic scholarship at UCLA and later became the first female player to sign a contract with an NBA team, the Indiana Pacers, though she did not play in regular-season games. Meyers Drysdale excelled internationally and was a key member of the USA women's basketball team. Beyond her playing days, she has worked as a sports broadcaster and advocate for women's athletics, promoting gender equality in sports and inspiring future generations of athletes.