Maya Moore

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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1. When was Maya Moore born?June 11, 1989
2. Where was Maya Moore born?Los Angeles, California
3. Who is Maya Moore?Maya Moore is a famous basketball player who has won many games and is also known for fighting for justice.
4. What did Maya Moore win while playing for UConn?She helped the UConn Huskies win two NCAA national championships in 2009 and 2010 and was named the nation's top player in 2009.

NCAA: The National Collegiate Athletic Association, governing college sports in the United States.
FIBA World Cup: The premier international basketball competition for national teams organized by the International Basketball Federation.
Criminal Justice Reform: Efforts to improve the fairness and effectiveness of the legal system, including addressing wrongful convictions.