The Charlotte Hornets’ G League affiliate, the Greensboro Swarm, recently hired a former long-time professional player to its coaching staff who goes simply by “Coach C”. Her name is Chasity Melvin and she just happens to be the organization’s first-ever female assistant coach, in any capacity.
But her story isn’t simply about a woman breaking down barriers and finding her place in a heavily-male dominated profession. It’s also the story of a competitive, passionate individual landing a well-deserved position in the sport she loves through dedication and persistence.
The now-42-year-old Melvin was born in Roseboro, NC, which is located about 30 minutes southeast of Fayetteville.