Known as one of the best American basketball players in the league, Candace Nicole Parker has certainly set the bar of competition at a high standard. Born into a wonderful family on April 19, 1986, Candace begins her inspiring career journey right from the start (Palmer). Not only has she made a name for herself in the realm of sports, but Candace possesses special qualities including charm, ambition, and passion for every action she takes. Growing up in a basketball-focused household, Candace began playing and understanding the game at an early stage in her life. She currently continues to inspire women around the world with her hard work, determination and ambition on and off the pitch. Candace grew up in Naperville, Illinois. His family had a quiet impact on his early sporting career. She is the youngest of Sara and Larry Parker's three children. His father studied at the University of Iowa in the 1970s, but is now currently employed as an insurance businessman and his mother works for the Chicago Sky front office (Palmer). She has two older brothers named Marcus, a doctor, and Anthony, who currently plays professionally for the Cleveland Cavaliers ("Candace Parker Role Model"). Experiencing all the talent her father and brother brought to the table, Candace faced second thoughts about reading basketball in fear of not meeting the high standards set by her father and brother, and ended up turning to football for a period of time. As soon as Candace reached eighth grade, her family encouraged her to start a career in basketball. Her father spent countless hours training her, challenging her, and criticizing her, even making her run home from wherever they practiced if he thought she s...... middle of paper ...... the list a month after giving birth , it took a while for it to get back to what it was before. Considering that only six WNBA players, including Candace, have a child, Candace represents an important role model for independent women with high standards (Thomas). Candace Parker remains a beautiful, charming and passionate woman who reflects her personality through her exceptional abilities. to play basketball. He faced trials and adversities, but overcame them with triumph and victory. He has achieved countless achievements throughout his career starting from an early age. Candace provides the ideal example of how raw talent cannot overcome hard work. Every single award, trophy, honor and praise has come through his blood, sweat and tears. She continues to inspire women around the world by remaining humble in her endeavors and making history in the realm of basketball.