Candace Parker honored with Hall of Fame ring in Springfield ceremony

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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Candace Parker honored with Hall of Fame ring in Springfield ceremony
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Candace Parker received her Basketball Hall of Fame ring on August 14 in Springfield, Massachusetts. The three-time WNBA champion expressed her joy during the ceremony, stating, 'I’m married to the game.' Surrounded by her children, Parker celebrated yet another significant milestone in a career that includes two national championships at Tennessee and three WNBA titles with different teams. In June, she was also inducted into the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, further solidifying her legacy. The formal induction ceremony took place on August 15.

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  • Parker inducted into Hall of Fame among 2026 class
  • Received Hall of Fame ring and jacket in Springfield
  • Celebration included her children and special moments
  • Parker's career highlights include three WNBA titles
  • Inducted into Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in June
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  • 9:36 PMYahoo SportsCandace Parker reflects on her basketball journey after receiving Hall of Fame ring, “Married to the game”
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Candace Parker has received her Basketball Hall of Fame ring and had a fitting reaction to the latest honour of her remarkable career. As she slipped the ring onto her finger, the three-time WNBA champion smiled and said: ‘This is so nice… Oh my gosh.

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