Here are 5 things to know about Jenny Boucek, who recently became the first female coach in the history of the Dallas Mavericks.
1. The basics
Jennifer Dawn "Jenny" Boucek was born on December 20, 1973 in Nashville, Tennessee. As a high schooler, she attended University School of Nashville, where she was a standout basketball player who drew attention from some of the top women's basketball programs in the country.
1. She was a baller at UVA
As a four-year starter at the University of Virginia, Boucek made her mark by leading the Cavaliers to four consecutive ACC Championships and three NCAA Tournament Elite Eight appearances.