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Queen of Women's Basketball: Honoring WNBA Superstar Ruthie Bolton

Hattiesburg News Staff

The 44th President of the United States Barack Obama with the Queen of Women's Basketball Ruthie Bolton as the Queen and others were honored at 50th Anniversary of USA Basketball in Las Vegas in July 2024. The President served as the surprise special guest speaker.
The 44th President of the United States Barack Obama with the Queen of Women's Basketball Ruthie Bolton as the Queen and others were honored at 50th Anniversary of USA Basketball in Las Vegas in July 2024. The President served as the surprise special guest speaker.

Ruthie Bolton, born May 25, 1967 to Leola and Linwood Bolton, is the twin sister of Allen Ray Bolton of the famous Bolton Brothers, a legendary gospel music group consisting of her brothers, but not all of them. Ruthie is just 16 of 20 siblings but she made a name for herself and in her own right, is not only the biggest star in her family, but one of the biggest superstars in the world.



Ruthie Bolton family picture.
Ruthie Bolton family picture.

Ruthie is a 2x WNBA All-star, 2x Olympic Gold Medalist, and an inductee in the WNBA Hall of Fame. That's just for starters. She represented the United States of America with famous teammates like The Queen of College Basketball Coach Dawn Staley, the famous head coach for women's basketball at The University of South Carolina who won 3 NCAA National Championship including in 2024.



A Historic Picture of Basketball Royalty: Queen of Women's  Basketball Ruthie Bolton, with the Queen of the WNBA 3x MVP Sheryl Swoopes who was the first woman to be signed to the WNBA, Queen of the Court & the first woman to dunk in the WNBA 3X MVP  Lisa Leslie, and the Queen of College Basketball, 3x NCAA College Basketball Champion Coach Dawn Staley, Head Coach of the University of South Carolina Women's Basketball Team.
A Historic Picture of Basketball Royalty: Queen of Women's Basketball Ruthie Bolton, with the Queen of the WNBA 3x MVP Sheryl Swoopes who was the first woman to be signed to the WNBA, Queen of the Court & the first woman to dunk in the WNBA 3X MVP Lisa Leslie, and the Queen of College Basketball, 3x NCAA College Basketball Champion Coach Dawn Staley, Head Coach of the University of South Carolina Women's Basketball Team.

Ruthie has also served her country as a member of the United States Military, reaching the rank of 1st Lieutenant. Yes, she's represented her country both in the Olympics and and in the military. No question she not only a true American Hero but also a treasure to the African American Culture.


Ruthie has won additional medals outside of the Olympics. She's won a bronze and gold medal for the FIBA World Championship for Women and another gold medal for the World Championship Games in 1991.



Queen of Women's Basketball WNBA Superstar Ruthie Bolton and Dee Moye, Principle and CEO of the powerful HMG Firm, pose for a picture at Greene County High School after a local high school basketball game. The HMG Firm is a powerhouse consulting firm that manages The Sipp Collective (statewide NIL), The MAP (all high school athletes in Mississippi) and THN, The Hattiesburg News (The #1 digital news platform in Mississippi.)
Queen of Women's Basketball WNBA Superstar Ruthie Bolton and Dee Moye, Principle and CEO of the powerful HMG Firm, pose for a picture at Greene County High School after a local high school basketball game. The HMG Firm is a powerhouse consulting firm that manages The Sipp Collective (statewide NIL), The MAP (all high school athletes in Mississippi) and THN, The Hattiesburg News (The #1 digital news platform in Mississippi.)

Ruthie started her professional career for the Visby Ladies in Sweden. The following season, The Queen of Women's Basketball became the first American female to play professional sports in Hungary.


Ruthie has been featured in many documentaries as she was a star well before the WNBA was created paving the way for thousands of young female athletes who follow in her footsteps.




Ruthie Bolton and high school star athlete Zamiah Knight at Greene County High School. Ruthie mentors and coaches Zamiah when she's home in Mississippi. Zamiah is ranked as one of the top 20 females athletes in Mississippi.
Ruthie Bolton and high school star athlete Zamiah Knight at Greene County High School. Ruthie mentors and coaches Zamiah when she's home in Mississippi. Zamiah is ranked as one of the top 20 females athletes in Mississippi.

Ruthie is one of the most sought after guest speakers in the world, speaking at colleges & universities, high schools, sports events, and corporate events all across the world.


Ruthie is the author of several books including the bestseller, "Sent With Purpose." She's very passionate about women empowerment and overcoming domestic violence as she herself was a victim of domestic violence, being physically and mentally abused by her ex-husband, in which she candidly talks about.




Today, Ruthie is being sought out by multiple universities to become their next head coach of women's basketball. She serves on several organization's Board of Directors, including being a board member and brand ambassador for the Mississippi Association of Players, the primary organization that serves 7th - 12th grade student athletes in Mississippi through all-stars, scholarships, mentorship programs, and awards.





Ruthie loves serving as a mentor to kids in her local community when's she home back in Mississippi. Ruthie is not only American History, she's embedded into the frame of Black History. Ruthie Bolton, Queen of Basketball, continues to give both on and off the court. Ruthie is the mother of 2 teenagers, Hope and Chris.



Ruthie Bolton poses for a picture with her kids , her son Chris and her daughter Hope.
Ruthie Bolton poses for a picture with her kids , her son Chris and her daughter Hope.

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