Sue Bird, the iconic point guard who defined a generation of women’s basketball, appears on the cover of the Women’s Health Summer Issue, where she opens up about the arc of her career, her ventures beyond the court, and the personal chapters that have unfolded in recent months.
Hall of Fame Induction
Four years after stepping away from the hardwood, Bird reflects on a 25‑year playing career that spanned college stardom at UConn, the top echelon of international competition, and a storied run in the WNBA that cemented her status as one of the game’s all‑time greats.
Today, Bird is a partner in the Seattle Storm ownership group and holds a stake in the NWSL’s NJ/NY Gotham FC, while also investing in Togethxr, a platform dedicated to amplifying women’s sports. Her voice reaches millions as a podcaster and as a WNBA analyst for NBC Sports and Peacock’s coverage.
In addition to her business interests, Bird serves as the managing director of the United States women’s basketball national team, a role that has taken her behind the scenes of international competition. Her contributions were recognized when she was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2025, a testament to five Olympic gold medals, four FIBA World Cup titles, and a record‑setting career.
The article also touches on her personal life, noting that Bird recently ended her engagement to soccer legend Megan Rapinoe. The breakup marks the close of a high‑profile partnership that had captured the imagination of fans worldwide.
Living in Seattle, Bird’s legacy is further immortalized by a statue that stands outside the Storm’s home arena, Climate Pledge Arena, a permanent reminder of her impact on the city’s sports culture.