Sparks Name Danielle Robinson Assistant Coach

LOS ANGELES — Three-time WNBA All-Star Danielle Robinson has been promoted to Sparks assistant coach, the organization announced Thursday. The 14-year WNBA veteran will continue to serve as the Sparks’ Manager of Basketball Integration. 

“We’ve loved what Danielle has brought to the Sparks since she joined the organization in January,” Sparks General Manager Raegan Pebley said. “Her leadership and experience will continue to make a meaningful impact on our team.”

The San Jose, California, native ranks 13th all-time in assists and received WNBA All-Defensive Second Team honors three straight years (2012-14). Robinson was chosen for the All-WNBA Second Team in 2014 and led the league in assists in 2013. The guard also earned a WNBA All-Rookie Team nod and won the 2015 EuroLeague championship. Her accomplished playing career includes stints with the San Antonio Silver Stars, Phoenix Mercury, Minnesota Lynx, Las Vegas Aces, Indiana Fever and Atlanta Dream. Upon retirement, Robinson participated in the NBA/WNBA Future Basketball Operations Stars Program.

ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES SPARKS   

Founded in 1996, the Los Angeles Sparks are one of three original franchises in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). The Sparks have won three WNBA Championships (2001, 2002, 2016) and have qualified for the playoffs in 20 of their 28 seasons. The organization is dedicated to ensuring each home game at Crypto.com Arena has a championship-level entertainment experience while showcasing the best athletes from around the world on the court.