From Moby Arena to a WNBA Dynasty: How Becky Hammon's Time at CSU Shaped Her Leadership and Legacy

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Colorado State University's The Next 150 With President Amy Parsons

Colorado State University President Amy Parsons

26 episodes

1 week ago

Everyone has the potential to change the world. Finding the spark to become a changemaker can start with connecting with those who are already leading the charge. On Colorado State University’s newest podcast, President Amy Parsons connects with CSU community members who deeply care about our collective future. Our conversations draw parallels between our guests' exceptional work and CSU's 150+ years of world-shaping achievements. With no topic off-limit, every guest opens up about their life, shares how they are making the world a brighter place and provides helpful advice they’ve learned along the way. So, whether you’re a long-time CSU Rams fan or just discovering Colorado State University, it’s time to hit play, get inspired, and find your energy to help shape our next 150 years. Go Rams!

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From Moby Arena to a WNBA Dynasty: How Becky Hammon's Time at CSU Shaped Her Leadership and Legacy

Colorado State University's The Next 150 With President Amy Parsons

32 minutes

2 weeks ago

From Moby Arena to a WNBA Dynasty: How Becky Hammon's Time at CSU Shaped Her Leadership and Legacy

Shortly after winning her third WNBA championship as coach of the Las Vegas Aces, CSU Women's Basketball legend Becky Hammon '99 returned to campus to receive Colorado State University's Founders Day Medal, which recognizes an individual, family or group whose service and contributions have created a significant, lasting impact on the University's history and progress toward future goals.

While in Ram Country, she joined President Amy Parsons for an energizing and deeply personal conversation. Becky reflects on her rise from an undersized, undrafted point guard to one of the most influential coaches in basketball today. She shares how she found her way in the WNBA, forged a groundbreaking path in the NBA as the first female coach, and ultimately built a coaching dynasty in Las Vegas. She discusses the grit required to push through closed doors, the importance of character and chemistry inside a winning locker room, and the lessons she carries from every chapter of her journey.

She also looks back on her years at CSU, the friendships that still anchor her life, the memories of a packed Moby Arena, and the on-court learning experiences that shaped her approach to the game. Becky explains how those early years taught her to think differently, compete with joy, and lead with authenticity — traits that continue to define her coaching today.