Simone Edwards aka "The Jamaican Hurricane" on The Backpack Show

May 10, 2021 00:46:05
Simone Edwards aka "The Jamaican Hurricane" on The Backpack Show
The Backpack Show
Simone Edwards aka "The Jamaican Hurricane" on The Backpack Show

May 10 2021 | 00:46:05

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Show Notes

Simone Edwards, aka the “Jamaican Hurricane,” joins us on this episode of The Backpack Show with Chris Brogan and Kerry O'Shea Gorgone. Simone made history when she became the first player from Jamaica AND the first Caribbean to play for the WNBA.

Originally a New York Liberty developmental player, she then went to the Seattle Storm where she was part of the team that won a 2004 WNBA championship. Come meet this trailblazer and champion!

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