Basketball legend Dawn Staley is adding “author” to her list of accomplishments!
On Friday, she took to Instagram to announce the upcoming release of her debut book, “Uncommon Favor: Basketball, North Philly, My Mother, And The Life Lessons I Learned From All Three.”
The South Carolina Gamecocks head coach, former WNBA star, and Olympic gold medalist is publishing her book under Charlamagne Tha God’s imprint, Black Privilege Publishing.
Why Dawn Staley Wrote ‘Uncommon Favor‘
In a heartfelt video, Dawn Staley shared the inspiration behind writing her book.
Watch below:
About ‘Uncommon Favor‘
For the first time, Dawn Staley opens up about her extraordinary journey—on and off the court.
A three-time Olympic gold medalist, six-time WNBA All-Star, and the first person to win the Naismith College Player of the Year award as both a player and coach, Staley has shattered barriers throughout her career.
While her name is legendary in basketball, she has kept much of her personal story private—until now.
In “Uncommon Favor,” Staley recounts the challenges she overcame, from battling sexism in sports to feeling isolated in unfamiliar spaces.
She shares how her North Philadelphia upbringing shaped her resilience and competitive spirit, fueling her rise to stardom at the University of Virginia, where she led her team to three Final Fours.
Her journey continues through her iconic WNBA career and groundbreaking leadership at the University of South Carolina, where she became a trailblazing coach.
With fearless honesty, Dawn Staley reveals the defining moments that shaped her success and the lessons that helped her break barriers in basketball and beyond.
‘Uncommon Favor‘ Release Date & Pre-Order
“Uncommon Favor” hits shelves on May 20, 2025. Secure your copy now!
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