Longtime FIU women's associate coach Inge Nissen (right, photo courtesy FIUsports.com) will be inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, the WNBA announced on Saturday.
An Old Dominion graduate, Nissen was part of a six member Class of 2012 that includes coach Nancy Fahey, players Nikki McCray, Pan McGee, Dawn Staley and contributor Robin Roberts. The class was introduced during Saturday's WNBA All-Star game in San Antonio, Texas.
Nissen and FIU head coach Cindy Russo have a long relationship on the court, dating back when Russo recruited Nissen to Old Dominion. Russo was an assistant coach for the Monarchs at the time, recruiting Nissen, who was one of the top European amateurs. A native of Denmark, Nissen was part of five national championships in Europe before joining Old Dominion in 1976.
Nissen finished her career with the Monarchs as the All-Time leader in points (2,647) and rebounds (1,459), both marks have since been eclipsed.
Nissen has been with FIU for 22 years (20 as associate coach) and has been an integral part of recruiting.
Congrats to Niessen. Its time for coach Cindy to re-establish a winning womens program!
Posted by: chiaPanther | July 25, 2011 at 08:45 AM
Congrats to Coach Niessen indeed, as it is a great source of pride for her and her family!...including the Panther family....
Posted by: FIU Fanatic | July 25, 2011 at 11:36 AM
Gentlemen:
Any word on Darnell Harris? Has he signed with anyone? Is it still an FIU commit? Please make some calls and give us an update. Thanks, guys. Keep up the good work.
Posted by: pikedanny | July 25, 2011 at 01:42 PM
@Pikedanny, From what I am hearing Harris is still working on becoming academically eligible.
Posted by: Justin Azpiazu | July 26, 2011 at 12:59 PM