⚡ OUTSIDER VS. EXPERIENCE: HOW VIVEK RAMASWAMY BETS BIG ON HIS RUNNING MATE TO SILENCE CRITICS AND WIN OHIO.c1

For younger players watching, her example is invaluable. She shows that success in sports can be paired with purpose, visibility, and impact, inspiring the next generation to think bigger than wins and losses. Whether advocating for equal pay, mentoring emerging talent, or using her platform to elevate underrepresented voices, her influence stretches into every corner of the sporting world.

Within the Fever organization and across the WNBA, her presence has always been felt—but this recognition from TIME underscores just how rare and significant her reach truly is. Being listed among the world’s most influential sports figures is more than an accolade; it’s validation that her work—both on and off the court—resonates globally.

For her legacy, the implications are clear. This cements her status as a game-changer, someone whose career will be remembered not only for athletic excellence, but for cultural and social impact. Her story now stands as proof that athletes today can shape sports, society, and the conversation surrounding women’s athletics in profound ways.

In short, this isn’t just a milestone. It’s a statement: the Indiana Fever star is more than an elite player—she is a leader, an influencer, and a figure whose reach transcends basketball itself. TIME’s recognition ensures her influence will be felt—and remembered—long after the final buzzer sounds.