Arike Ogunbowale

Arike Ogunbowale is a professional basketball player in the Dallas Wings, a team within the Women's National Basketball Association. She was drafted with the 5th overall selection in the 2019 WNBA Draft by the Dallas Wings. Arike Ogunbowale's father and mother Yolanda Ogunbowale and Gregory Ogunbowale were born March 2nd, 1997 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Mario Ogunbowale is her 26 year old brother and Dare Ogunbowale, 20 years older. Her parents spoiled her the most due to her being the youngest. Gregory Ogunbowale's father was a soldier as a soldier in the Nigerian Army. Ogunbowale comes from a family who has connections to the sports world. She has a brother named Dare is a professional footballer and her mom Yolanda played softball at DePaul. Her aunt was a volleyball player at UAPB as was the cousin Endia Oliver is also a Volleyball player in Tennessee State. Ogunbowale has been on the school honour roll for three consecutive years. In high school, Ogunbowale won numerous awards and was recognized as a celebrity. Arike received her diploma from Divine Savior Holy Angels High School located in her hometown. Her academics were followed by three years of playing the varsity. Ogunbowale led her team to numerous wins thanks to her exceptional abilities. In her high school career, she has an impressive 73 career starts and 1,477 total points. She also lists 739 rebounds. Ogunbowale was a participant at the 2013 FIBA Americas U16 Championship 2014 FIBA U17 World Championship and 2013 FIBA 3x3 U18 Championship and won Gold medals there. She was named to the 7th July roster of 2014 and was selected to the 2014 USA Youth Olympic Women's Basketball Team. Ogunbowale also has been named on the ACC All-Freshman Team after her first collegiate season. Kobe Bryant himself congratulated Ogunbowale following her NCCA Tournament big shot. Although still a newbie Ogunbowale has already established herself as an exceptional basketball player, and she is bound to continue on her path. Arike's Net Worth according to a credible source is about $5 million. Ogunbowale is a star in many different activities which includes basketball. She also plays soccer and has had three State Cup championships for Lake County United Soccer Club. Lake County United Soccer Club and one State cup title as a member of FC Milwaukee Soccer Club. She has also played piano for over seven years.