The San Antonio Spurs announced the hiring of the first-female assistant coach, Becky Hammon, this week. President Obama sent out a congratulatory Tweet to Hammon and the Spurs, and somewhat acknowledged his rooting interests.
Congrats to @BeckyHammon, @NBA‘s first full-time female coach. When #WomenSucceed, America succeeds — and we know the @Spurs will, too. -bo
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) August 7, 2014
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