Renee Montgomery’s Journey From the WNBA Court to Her Community

A WNBA champion reflects on her decision to step away from basketball in 2020 to focus on activism amid civil unrest and the pandemic. She discusses the challenges of remote connections and the tragedies of the year. Despite these difficulties, she remains optimistic about the progress made and is excited for 2021. She reflects on her expectations at the start of 2020 and advises her past self to stay optimistic.

Why did the speaker decide to take a break from the WNBA in 2020?

• To spend more time with family

• To address climate and civil issues

• To focus on personal health

• To pursue a new career

What was one of the hardest challenges the speaker faced in 2020?

• Traveling frequently

• Adapting to remote connections

• Winning a championship

• Learning a new language

What significant event in sports does the speaker mention as a sign of progress in 2020?

• Introduction of new sports technology

• Sports leagues shutting down due to racism

• Expansion of the WNBA

• Increase in sports viewership

How does the speaker feel about the momentum gained in 2020?

• Indifferent

• Uncertain

• Pessimistic

• Excited

What advice would the speaker give to her past self at the start of 2020?

• Focus on winning

• Avoid making plans

• Stay optimistic

• Be more cautious