Sharon Allela

Manager Partnerships & Media @giantsofafrica

[Sharon Allela @SharonAllela]

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01/07/2020
May the other half of the year be kinder to you and your loved ones! #Sportshoney

[Atlanta Dream @AtlantaDream]

WELCOME TO ATLANTA 🅰️

With the 13th pick, the Atlanta Dream selects Madina Okot from the University of South Carolina.

[Miss Kawhi👑 @HKuriah]

Knock knock!
Who's there?
Superstar.
Superstar who?
Superstar Madina Mullah Okot.🇰🇪
Don't know her or you just heard her for the first time? Stay with me because we're about to change that.

In the year 2004, a village called Mumias in Kenya welcomed a bouncy baby girl. Madina Okot Mullah.
Before 2020, Okot still didn't know if she could throw a basketball because she was still playing volleyball at Bishop Sulumeti High school. Madina started playing basketball after switching schools from Bishop Sulumeti High school in Kakamega to Kaya Tiwi high school in Ukunda.
Standing 6 feet 6 inches, Madina had to be taught basketball from scratch. From dribbling, to the rules of the game and everything in between. This might be the best decision she has ever made in her life.

The rise of Okot started at the age of 17 where she was among the chosen to represent Kenya's 3×3 U23 team at the Commonwealth games. Her performance in this competition attracted many including Eastern Michigan University. Unfortunately, her visa got delayed and as a result delayed her the chance to play in the United States. However, Okot was recognised by her country and was deservedly named at the Kenyan Sports Personality of the year award as the most promising rising female athlete in the country.

As her Visa got worked out, Madina continued to put in the work at Zetech University for two seasons. She then signed for the Kenya Ports authority(KPA) team where she greatly helped them claim the Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) League title.
Her basketball journey suffered as another suspension, albeit short-lived, was issued in March 2021 due to a spike in COVID-19-positive cases. She took this as a blessing in disguise where she put in a lot of work behind the scenes as she needed to be able to compete at the highest level because unlike many players, she had started late.

In 2023, her journey continued on an upward trajectory as the same team finished second at the FIBA Africa Women's Basketball team which also was named as the team of the tournament. Have I mentioned that this is the same year where she was the ONLY African player to be included in the Women's Team roster at the Nike Hoop Summit? And did I mention that she was the Most Valuable Player(MVP) at the 3x3 Africa Cup competition, and won the Africa Cup in the same year?

In August 2024, her fifth visa was approved and she finally left Zetech University for Mississippi University in the USA.That year, Okot led Mississippi State to the second round of the NCAA tournament. She later joined the University of Southern Carolina for the 2024-25 season, a team that is a major prospect in producing top WNBA stars and under Coach Dawn Staley.

Today, Madina Okot AKA Big Mama, leads the NCAA in double doubles(13) averaging 15.1 points, 11.3 rebounds on 60.8% FG for the top-flight South Carolina Gamecocks.

She is one of the best players in the Women's NCAA Basketball. She's already a first round WNBA prospect, and will be the 3rd Kenyan after Josephine Achieng Owino and Olivia Nelson-Ododa, to be drafted to the WNBA, and definitely with the potential to become the most successful.

Haven't figured things out yet? Feeling like starting over?
Do it late, do it scared, but make sure you do it, just like Madina Okot.

[Capital FM Kenya @CapitalFMKenya]

The 10 & 6 Goal International Event is just around the corner, and this evening, we have @SharonAllela, Nairobi Polo Club Committee Secretary and Polo Player, in studio sharing all the deets.

Listen live: https://t.co/ZU4H4Vk0zw

#DriveOut #JamMasters

[Sharon Allela @SharonAllela]

Absolutely honored to be shortlisted for the @LeadersBiz Trailblazer Awards. This award is for individuals who are forcing change, breaking barriers, treading new ground, and exerting influence in professional sport. Looking forward to #LeadersweekLondon 🙏

[Giants of Africa @GiantsOfAfrica]

We can't believe it's been a week since we watched our all-stars giving their all at the #GOAfestival tournament. You are true giants. Your passion and talent inspire us!

[Giants of Africa @GiantsOfAfrica]

Tickets for the Giants of Africa Festival are available now!
Follow the link and don't miss out on electrifying performances from incredible artists: https://t.co/nyLCM9qrLJ

#GOA20years #GOAfest #youthempowerment

[Giants of Africa @GiantsOfAfrica]

Continuing our #GOAfestival countdown with Kenya 🇰🇪

Since 2014, we have been welcomed by many incredible communities and have built eight courts nationwide.

We are excited to witness Kenya's talented and dedicated youth representing their country at the Festival. #GOAfest23

[Giants of Africa @GiantsOfAfrica]

The #GOAfestival is just around the corner. We want to kickstart the excitement by spotlighting the 16 countries represented by the inspiring youth at the Festival. We can't wait to cheer on every team!

Up first, Nigeria! 🇳🇬
The country where Giants of Africa was born.

[NBA Africa @NBA_Africa]

NBA Draft Watch

Get to know French teenager Victor Wembanyama, a prospect unlike any before, who is about to take the NBA by storm.

#NBAAfrica
#NBADraft

[Basketball Africa League @theBAL]

The BAL Season 3 was a movie 🍿

From the underdogs beating Africa’s heavyweights, the revelation of new talents, and fans from across the world showing love to their teams in Dakar 🇸🇳, Cairo 🇪🇬 & Kigali 🇷🇼; the 2023 BAL season reflected the growth of African basketball!

[Sharon Allela @SharonAllela]

@allela_amadi @allela101 Proud of you 😊❤️

[Sharon Allela @SharonAllela]

@allela_amadi @allela101 Unfat 🤭

[Sharon Allela @SharonAllela]

@allela_amadi @allela101 😂😂😂😂😂

[Sharon Allela @SharonAllela]

@allela_amadi @allela101 What is going on here ? 😂

[Sharon Allela @SharonAllela]

@VinieO 😂😂😂😂

[Sharon Allela @SharonAllela]

@MichKatami @theBAL @Durangoo12 @ABC_Fighters @Coach_LizMills That means we are supporting @ABC_Fighters donge ?

[Giants of Africa @GiantsOfAfrica]

#OURGIANTS | BARACK OBAMA

Back in 2018, #GiantsOfAfrica partnered with @BarackObama to launch @Sauti_Kuu in Kenya.

At the launch, a new basketball court was unveiled. So, what does Barack Obama think of using #basketball to impact African youth? Watch the video to find out.

[Leigh Ellis @LeighEllis]

Jumped on @sportsdeskph to talk about my basketball trip to Africa, which was a memorable experience made more special thanks to the generosity of the @NBA and @WNBA. Full interview here: https://t.co/7TvghSsteN

[Tunde Onakoya @Tunde_OD]

It is possible to do great things from a small place❤️

[Sharon Allela @SharonAllela]

@BernardNdong 😂😂