Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Cheryl Miller
Discover the career path of Cheryl Miller, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Cheryl Miller is a retired American basketball player, renowned for her achievements as both a player and a commentator. She transitioned into broadcasting after her playing career, serving as a sideline reporter for NBA games on TNT Sports and a reporter/analyst for NBA TV. Miller's broadcasting experience also includes roles with ABC Sports, TBS Sports, and ESPN. Furthermore, she held the positions of head coach and general manager for the WNBA's Phoenix Mercury, showcasing her versatile contributions to the sport.
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1978: Began Playing at Riverside Polytechnic High School
In 1978, Cheryl Miller began playing at Riverside Polytechnic High School.
1982: Began playing at the University of Southern California
In 1982, Cheryl Miller began playing at the University of Southern California (USC).
1983: NCAA Championship Title at USC
In 1983, Cheryl Miller led the USC Trojans to an NCAA champion title and was named NCAA Tournament MOP.
1983: Played in World Championships
In 1983, Cheryl Miller played for the USA National team in the World Championships, held in São Paulo, Brazil, where the team won a silver medal.
1983: Won Gold Medal at Pan American Games
In 1983, Cheryl Miller was part of the gold medal team at the Pan American Games in Caracas, Venezuela.
1984: Won Gold Medal at Summer Olympics
In 1984, Cheryl Miller led the U.S. team to the gold medal at the Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
1984: Second NCAA Championship Title at USC
In 1984, Cheryl Miller led the USC Trojans to another NCAA champion title and was again named NCAA Tournament MOP.
July 1986: Represented US at Inaugural Goodwill Games
In July 1986, Cheryl Miller represented the US at the inaugural Goodwill Games in Moscow, leading the team in scoring and helping them secure the gold medal.
1986: Represented US at World Championships
In 1986, Cheryl Miller represented the US with the National team at the World Championships, held in Moscow, leading all scorers in the final game with 24 points and winning the gold medal.
1986: Drafted by professional basketball leagues and became assistant coach at USC
In 1986, after graduating from USC, Cheryl Miller was drafted by several professional basketball leagues and became an assistant coach at USC.
1987: Worked for ABC Sports/ESPN
In 1987, Cheryl Miller began working for ABC Sports/ESPN, serving as a reporter for ABC's Wide World of Sports and a commentator for college basketball telecasts.
1988: Correspondent for Calgary Olympics
In 1988, Cheryl Miller served as a correspondent for the Calgary Olympics.
1991: Continued as assistant coach at USC and television sportscaster
From 1986 to 1991, Cheryl Miller continued as an assistant coach at USC and worked as a television sportscaster.
1993: Took head coaching job at USC
In 1993, Cheryl Miller took the head coaching job at her alma mater, USC, after Marianne Stanley was fired.
1993: End of Career at ABC Sports/ESPN
In 1993, Cheryl Miller's career at ABC Sports/ESPN ended.
1994: Basketball commentator at Goodwill Games
In 1994, Cheryl Miller worked as a basketball commentator at the Goodwill Games.
September 1995: Joined Turner Sports
In September 1995, Cheryl Miller joined Turner Sports as an analyst and reporter for the NBA on TBS and TNT.
November 1996: First female analyst to call nationally televised NBA game
In November 1996, Cheryl Miller became the first female analyst to call a nationally televised NBA game.
1997: Coached for Phoenix Mercury
In 1997, Cheryl Miller began coaching for four seasons with the Phoenix Mercury of the WNBA, also serving as general manager.
1998: Coached Mercury to WNBA Finals
In 1998, Cheryl Miller coached the Phoenix Mercury to a 16-12 record and the WNBA Finals, where they lost to the Houston Comets.
2000: Resigned from Phoenix Mercury
After the 2000 season, Cheryl Miller resigned from her position with the Phoenix Mercury, citing fatigue.
2001: Basketball Reporter and Weightlifting Commentator at Goodwill Games
In 2001, Cheryl Miller worked as a basketball reporter and called weightlifting for the Goodwill Games.
2008: Appearances on NBA TV
During the 2008 NBA season, Cheryl Miller made appearances on NBA TV as a reporter and analyst.
2013: Left Turner Sports
In 2013, Cheryl Miller left Turner Sports after her contract expired.
April 30, 2014: Named Women's Basketball Coach at Langston University
On April 30, 2014, Cheryl Miller was named women's basketball coach at Langston University.
May 26, 2016: Named Women's Basketball Coach at California State Los Angeles
On May 26, 2016, Cheryl Miller was named women's basketball coach at California State Los Angeles.
May 2026: Part-owner of UpShot League
In May 2026, Cheryl Miller is a part-owner of the UpShot League, a new development women's professional basketball league in the United States.
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