Birthdate: June 11, 1982
Birthplace: Chino, California
After a notable college career, Diana Taurasi is looking to be the next best thing in the WNBA. So far, she's on the right track!
Diana Taurasi - Growing Up 1u6p6x
It's not hard to see where Diana's athleticism comes from - her father was a pro soccer player in freshman at Don Lugo High School in southern California. After being named an All American her senior year, Diana signed with powerhouse UCONN.
Diana Taurasi - UCONN 4r4p1e
Diana Taurasi turned out to be one of the greatest Huskies, Diana averaged 15 points, 4.3 rebounds and 4.5 assists per game.
Diana Taurasi - WNBA 2h1g5u
In 2004, the Phoenix playoffs every year she has played for them.
Diana Taurasi - Did U Know? 5l4n53
- Diana Taurasi's mother is from Argentina and her father is from Italy.
- Diana Taurasi has played professionally in Russia for the past two off-seasons.
- Diana Taurasi helped the US National Women's basketball team to a gold medal in the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens.
- Diana Taurasi's childhood idol was Magic Johnson.
- Diana Taurasi is a big fan of the TV show The Simpsons.
- Diana Taurasi majored in Sociology at UCONN.
- Diana Taurasi's nickname is "Dee".
- Diana Taurasi is 6 feet tall and weighs 170 lbs.
Diana Taurasi Says... 5o4u6p
"I'm not afraid of anyone. I'm not shy about anything. Not even my big nose."