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Cheryl Miller

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Who is Cheryl Miller?

Cheryl Miller is one of the most influential figures in the history of women’s basketball. Known for her dominance as a player in the 1980s, Miller is a two-time NCAA Champion, Olympic gold medalist, and Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame inductee. Beyond her playing career, she became a successful coach, broadcaster, and ambassador for the women’s game. Widely regarded as one of the best female basketball players ever, Miller’s impact on the sport continues to be felt today.

Quick Facts: Cheryl Miller

Detail Information
Full Name Cheryl D. Miller
Born January 3, 1964 (Age: 61)
Hometown Riverside, California
Nationality American
Height 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Position Forward
College USC (1982–1986)
Playing Career NCAA & Team USA (career ended early due to injury)
Major Honors 2× NCAA Champion (1983, 1984), 3× Naismith College Player of the Year, 4× All-American, 1984 Olympic Gold Medalist, Naismith Hall of Fame (1995), Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame (1999)
Coaching Career USC Head Coach (1993–1995), Phoenix Mercury Head Coach & GM (1997–2000)
Broadcasting Worked with ESPN, ABC, TNT
Social Media Not very active publicly

Early Life

Cheryl Miller was born on January 3, 1964, in Riverside, California. She grew up in a basketball family, with her brother Reggie Miller later becoming an NBA Hall of Famer. Cheryl stood out early at Riverside Polytechnic High School, where she scored over 3,000 career points and was named a four-time Parade All-American. Her talent and dominance made her one of the most heavily recruited players in the country.

College Career at USC

Miller played at the University of Southern California (USC) from 1982 to 1986, where she became a legend. She led the Trojans to back-to-back NCAA Championships in 1983 and 1984 and was named Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four both years. Individually, she won the Naismith College Player of the Year Award three times (1984, 1985, 1986) and finished her career with 3,018 points and 1,534 rebounds. Cheryl was a trailblazer who elevated the women’s college game to new heights, making USC a national powerhouse.

International Career

Miller was also a star on the international stage, winning a gold medal at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics and a silver medal at the 1983 World Championship. She represented Team USA with unmatched intensity and was considered one of the best all-around players in the world during her time.

Coaching and Broadcasting Career

After her playing career was cut short due to knee injuries, Miller turned to coaching and broadcasting. She coached at USC from 1993 to 1995, then moved to the WNBA, where she was the head coach and general manager of the Phoenix Mercury from 1997–2000.

As a broadcaster, Miller worked with major networks like ABC, ESPN, and TNT, covering both men’s and women’s basketball. Her insightful analysis and vibrant personality made her one of the most respected voices in the game.