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Cheryl Reeve steps away from the WNBA grind for a Hall of Fame induction
By Doug Feinberg, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 26, 2026
· 4 min read
Cheryl Reeve is taking a break from her busy WNBA season to head to Knoxville this weekend and be inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.She's only the second WNBA coach to enter the Hall of Fame, joining former Houston Comets coach Van Chancellor, who was inducted in 2001.“(I apprecia...
Key takeaway She's only the second WNBA coach to enter the Hall of Fame, joining former Houston Comets coach Van Chancellor, who was inducted in 2001.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
As Cheryl Reeve heads to Knoxville for her Hall of Fame induction, her achievement resonates with the Houston area, where the legacy of the Houston Comets continues to inspire. Van Chancellor, the Comets' former coach, was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2001, and now Reeve follows in his footsteps as only the second WNBA coach to receive this honor. The connection to Chancellor and the Comets serves as a reminder of the rich basketball history in the region. Reeve's induction also coincides with the Lynx's upcoming game against the Dallas Wings, a team that has a significant following in the Texas area. With Reeve's impressive record and four WNBA championships, her presence in the Hall of Fame is a testament to her dedication and expertise, and her visit to the southern United States may spark renewed interest in women's basketball in the Houston area and beyond.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Cheryl Reeve is taking a break from her busy WNBA season to head to Knoxville this weekend and be inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.She's only the second WNBA coach to enter the Hall of Fame, joining former Houston Comets coach Van Chancellor, who was inducted in 2001.“(I apprecia...
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