Juliene is widely recognized as a trailblazer for women in sports, and her legacy
continues to inspire athletes and coaches around the world.

Symphony Hall, Springfield, MA (NBA TV)

Mohegan Sun Convention Center, Uncasville, CT (NBA TV)

The first women's Olympic basketball game was played between the United States and Japan. Juliene Brazinski Simpson, co-captain of the US team, speaks to Stefania Gozzer about that historic moment.

Pittsburgh, PA

Arizona State Women’s Basketball, founded in 1975 shortly after Title IX. Juliene served as the head women's basketball coach at Arizona State University from 1979 to 1987, leading the Sun Devils to its first-ever appearance in the NCAA Tournament in 1982, returning again in 1983. Her teams reached the Sweet 16 in both 1982 and 1983, and placed second in the National Women's Invitation Tournament in 1981.

Biltmore Golf Club, Phoenix, Arizona

Fort Gratiot, Michigan

Port Huron, Michigan

Port Huron, Michigan

Dallas, TX

The Wigwam Golf Club, Litchfield Park, Arizona

King of Prussia, PA

The Wigwam Golf Club, Litchfield Park, Arizona

Symphony Hall, Springfield, MA (NBATV)

Mohegan Sun Convention Center, Uncasville, CT (NBATV)

Mohegan Sun Convention Center, Uncasville, CT

Mohegan Sun Cabaret, Uncasville, CT

Dallas, TX

NRG Stadium, Houston, TX

NRG Stadium, Houston, TX

Port Huron, MI

Springfield College, Springfield, MA

Written by New York Times bestselling author Andrew Maraniss
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