Gregg Popovich Comments On Viability Of Women Coaches In The NBA

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Coach Pop has always been progressive.

Gregg Popovich is one of the most successful NBA coaches of all-time as he has five NBA titles under his belt and has been coaching the San Antonio Spurs since the late 90s. Having been in the NBA for quite some time, Popovich has built a large sensitivity to those who have been marginalized in society. When it comes to the world of men's sports, it's been hard for women to get a fair shake in the fields of officiating and being a coach.

Popovich hired Becky Hammon to be one of his top assistant coaches just a few years ago and Pop ended up making waves with that hire. Since then, multiple female coaches have been hired and many see Popovich as a trailblazer in that regard. Recently, NBA insider Howard Fendrich asked Popovich about whether or not a woman could ever be the head coach and his answer was quite interesting.

Gregg Popovich Comments On Viability Of Women Coaches In The NBA
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“There’s no difference between a woman who knows the game and a man who knows the game,” Popovich said. “It’s just another prejudice that probably has to be overcome.”

While Popovich makes a pretty good point, there will always be people out there who choose to remain prejudiced. With some many female assistant coaches, it's just a matter of time before one is able to emerge as the leader of an NBA squad.


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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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