Sun VP recognized for achievements
On Nov. 19 Vice President of Sports of the Connecticut Sun and New England Black Wolves Amber Cox was awarded the Women of Inspiration 2019 award from Women in Sports and Events –Boston Chapter (WISE).
As stated in the press release WISE is “‘the leading voice and resource for professional women in the business of sports.’ The mission of WISE is to empower women in the business of sports through tools such as mentoring programs, peer support and training.”
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Cox, who began her career in college athletic administration but made the jump the WNBA in 2004.
After nine seasons with the Phoenix, Mercury Cox left the WNBA, taking a job with the Big East Conference as the Associate Commissioner for Women’s Basketball.
Before coming to Connecticut Cox was Vice President of Major League Soccer’s Houston Dynamo and the National Women’s Soccer League’s Houston Dash.
This award follows Cox’s third season with the franchise, proving she’s made her mark early in her time in Connecticut.
In a May 9 profile of Cox, published on the Sun’s website she stated, “There are so many women like myself who have had great mentors that way to pay it forward to both men and women,” Cox said.
“So, if I get an email or a phone call from any student, I will always take that call and have that conversation about their personal journey and where they may be getting hung up or what should they do next in terms of a career path or choice.”
Cox can often be found walking around the arena interacting with fans and media and setting an example for the girls and young women in the audience.
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