Candace Parker, a true icon in women's basketball 🏀, has announced her retirement at the age of 38. On Sunday, she shared the heartfelt news with her fans on Instagram.
\"I promised I'd never cheat the game, and that I'd leave it in a better place than I came into it,\" Parker wrote. \"The competitor in me always wants one more, but it's time. My HEART & body knew, but I needed to give my mind time to accept it.\"
Parker's journey has been nothing short of legendary. Joining the Las Vegas Aces in February 2023, she aimed for another stellar season. However, after playing her last game in July 2023, she underwent surgery to fix a foot fracture.
Despite re-signing with the Aces on a one-year deal, the challenges mounted. \"It's no fun playing in pain (10 surgeries in my career); it's no fun knowing what you could do, if only… it's no fun hearing 'she isn't the same' when I know why, it's no fun accepting the fact you need surgery AGAIN,\" she shared candidly.
Parker leaves behind a legacy that has inspired countless fans and players alike. From her stunning plays on the court to her resilience off it, she'll forever be remembered as one of the greatest to ever do it. Thank you for the memories, Candace! 🙌❤️
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