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Naomi Mulitauaopele Tagaleo’o

Professional Basketball Player (ABL & WNBA)

Quick Facts:

Sport(s):

Basketball

Positions:

Center

College or University:

Stanford University

Degree(s):

B.A. Political Science; Master's in Business Administration

College Years: 

1994-1998

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Accolades: 

WNBA first round draft pick in 2000

Naomi is the first Samoan (Pacific Islander) to play in both professional women’s basketball leagues, the ABL and WNBA

Leadership:

Naomi continues to pour into her non-profit organization, Education with Purpose Foundation for Pacific Islanders, to support the academic success of Pacific Island youth in the Northwest.

Legacy:

Naomi and her husband, Solomona Sr, are the founders of a 501c3 nonprofit organization and the Education with Purpose Foundation for Pacific Islanders. They are located in Washington state where they are raising their son, Solomona Jr.

Inductee year:

2025

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