Ackerman, Val (1959–)
Ackerman, Val (1959–)
American basketball player, lawyer, and business executive. Born Valerie Ackerman, Nov 7, 1959, in Lakewood, New Jersey; graduate of University of Virginia, 1981; graduate of University of California at Los Angeles School of Law, 1985; m. Charles Rappaport (lawyer); children: Emily and Sally Rappaport.
Was a 4-year starter on women's basketball team at University of Virginia and 2-time All-American; played professional basketball in France; joined the NBA (1988) as staff attorney; served as president of the WNBA (1996–2004).
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