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The Aces, who defeated the New York Liberty in
the 2023 WNBA Finals under coach Becky Hammon, presented
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris with custom
jerseys during the ceremony.
"It matters to girls and women, finally seeing themselves
represented," Biden said at the ceremony in the East Room of the
White House. "It matters to all Americans. That's why as a
nation, we need to support women's sports."
Candace Parker, who retired last week following a stellar
career, was not in attendance. Parker, 38, was a member of the
Aces' championship team last season.
Former Iowa star Kate Martin, a first-round pick of the Aces in
last month's draft, attended the event.
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