Penicheiro, Ticha (1974–)
Penicheiro, Ticha (1974–)
Portuguese-American basketball player. Pronounced Pen-a-chair-o. Born Patricia Nunes Penicheiro, Sept 18, 1974, in Portugal; dau. of Joao Penicheiro (basketball player and coach); sister of Paulo Penicheiro (basketball player); attended Old Dominion.
Guard, was 2-time 1st team All-American; represented the Portuguese national team from age 14; signed with the Sacramento Monarchs, led the WNBA in assists (1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002).
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