Who Are Becky Hammon’s Parents? Everything You Need To Know About Martin Hammon And Bev Hammon

It is very rare when someone who is considered a legend during their playing career can replicate the same level of success (or even more) in their coaching career. We have seen plenty of players who, once considered legends of the game, crumble when they have their coaching hats on. But in the case of Becky Hammon, that barrier has been broken. But then again, breaking barriers is nothing new for Becky Hammon, is it? After the setback of going undrafted, Becky willed a career worthy of a Hall of Fame induction for herself.

Even when her playing career ended, she yet again broke barriers and became the first-ever full-time female assistant coach in the NBA. After that, when she took over the head coaching job at the Las Vegas Aces, she became the first-ever rookie head coach to win a title. And then, the following year, they repeated, which hadn’t been done for the past two decades. By now, we have been accustomed to watching Becky set new and new records. But without proper support and nurturing at a young age, all this would not have been possible. Let’s learn more about Becky Hammon’s parents.

Who is Becky Hammon’s Father?

Becky Hammon’s father is Martin ‘Marty’ Hammon. Being a hardcore sports and basketball fan, he used to coach at youth events. When he observed Becky’s love for the game, he tried to get her involved in organized basketball. However, there was one problem: there weren’t many girls interested in basketball in their hometown. However, with time, this problem turned out to be a big advantage for Becky.

He made Becky play against the boys, which further gave Becky Hammon an edge when she moved to high school basketball. Marty Hammon often jokes about Becky Hammon’s love for the game, saying, “She came out of the womb loving basketball.”

Who is Becky Hammon’s Mother?

Becky Hammon’s mother is Beverly ‘Bev’ Hammon. Thoughout her childhood, Bev played a very nurturing and supporting role in her life. Even during the setback of not being drafted, being looked over for the 2008 Olympic team, her mother has always been present to support her daughter. Their bond is so strong that when the San Antonio Spurs offered her the assistant coach job, her mother was the first on she called.

Beverly told in an interview about how emotional Becky was. She said, “She actually had tears in her eyes. She says, ‘Mom, they picked me. Nobody had ever picked me. They picked me.'”

What is Becky Hammon’s Parents’ Nationality?

Becky Hammon’s parents, Martin and Beverly Hammon, hold American nationality. During Becky’s childhood, they were settled in Rapid City, South Dakota. As Becky Hammon represented Russia in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, many may think that she has some Russian ancestry. However, she became a Russian citizen through naturalization.

With so many records already broken by Becky Hammon, she has nothing else to prove to anyone. However, the way she led the Aces to a comeback after a miserable start to the season is a testament to her competitive spirit and ability to motivate her team. With the Aces on a 17-game win streak right now, there could soon be yet another record that involves the trailblazing Becky Hammon. Will they be able to do it and book a place in the second round of the playoffs in game 2?