Arike Ogunbowale

Arike Ogunbowale is a American pro basketball player for the Dallas Wings of the Women's National Basketball Association. She was a college basketball player with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, after which she was drafted by the Wings as the 5th overall selection in the 2019 WNBA draft. Arike Ogunbowale is Milwaukee Wisconsin native born to Yolanda Ogunbowale. Mario Ogunbowale (26 years) as well as Dare Ogunbowale (19 years) are her older brothers. Since she was the eldest, her parents gave her the best treatment. Gregory's father was a member of the Nigerian Army. Ogunbowale was raised in a busy family. Her mother Yolanda played softball at DePaul as was her brother Dare used to be football player. Her cousin Endia Olive is also a volleyball player at Tennessee State. The name of Ogunbowale was included in the honor roll of her high school for three consecutive year. Her high school experience brought her fame and acclaim. Arike completed her high school graduation at Divine Savior Holy Angels High School which is located within her own hometown. The school was accompanied by three years of playing in varsity. Ogunbowale led her team to multiple victories using her outstanding ability. Through her time at high school, she has started 73 times and has 1,477 points. In addition, she has 739 rebounds. Ogunbowale managed to take home the gold medal at the 2013 World U16 Championships of FIBA Americas as well as 2014 FIBA U17 World Championships. On July 7 2014 she was also named to the 2014 USA Youth Olympic Women's Basketball Team. Ogunbowale is also named to be part of the ACC All-Freshman Team for her debut collegiate season. She was even congratulated by the legendary Kobe Bryant after she hit various big shots in the NCCA Tournament. Ogunbowale, a basketball player in her early teens, is a player that has proved to be an outstanding star. Arike Ogunbowale's net worth, according to a credible source, is estimated at $5 million. Ogunbowale is not only an excellent basketballer. She excels at many other sports too. She has also played soccer with the goal of winning three State Cup championships at the Lake County United Soccer Club. She played piano as well for 7 years.