About Anne O’Neil
From the Iowa Girls Basketball Hall of Fame to the WNBA and ESPN broadcasts, Anne O’Neil has proven herself at every level of the game. A former Division I Academic & Athletic All-American at Iowa State, WNBA pro with the Sacramento Monarchs, and Unrivaled League Basketball Assistant Coach, Anne has transformed her success on the court into a powerful career as a coach, performance consultant, and national TV analyst. Anne brings expert analysis, passion for the game, and firsthand experience as a former WNBA draft pick and NCAA Division 1 All-American.
Off the air, she empowers the next generation of athletes through elite coaching roles in the Unrivaled League and global development programs, including FIBA Africa and Jr. NBA. With a background in neuroscience-based performance training and a proven track record as a Division I Assistant Coach and corporate team leader, Anne combines sports insight, media presence, and mental performance mastery to inspire excellence at every level and provides winning results in her corporate speaking events.
Media Work
Trusted by ESPN, the WNBA, and fans nationwide to bring energy and expertise to the broadcast.”
Anne O’Neil brings the same intensity, insight, and charisma that defined her playing career to the broadcast booth. As a national TV Analyst for ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, and the WNBA, she delivers expert analysis with the energy of an athlete who’s lived it at the highest level. From Championship week tournament coverage to the WNBA combine and Women’s College Basketball All-Star game and SEC matchups, Anne connects with fans, athletes, and audiences by translating complex plays into compelling storytelling.
With her unique perspective as a former WNBA player and All-American, Anne blends credibility, relatability, and enthusiasm—making every broadcast both informative and entertaining. Her reel includes coverage for ESPN’s Big 12 Media Day, SEC showdowns, Champ Week tournaments, and WNBA live games, with highlights available on @heyanneoneil YouTube.
Watch Anne in action and see why networks and fans trust her to bring the game to life.
Anne’s Athletic Experience
“Proven at Every Level of the Game”
From high school phenom to WNBA professional and global competitor.
Few athletes have achieved what Anne O’Neil has across every level of the game. From dominating the high school stage as a 3x Parade Magazine All-American and Naismith Top 5 National Player of the Year, to etching her name in the Iowa Girls Basketball Hall of Fame, Anne finished her high school career as the state of Iowa’s career leading scorer and earned a spot in the prestigious McDonald’s and WBCA High School All-America Games.
At Iowa State University, she shined as both a Division I Academic & Athletic All-American, the Iowa State Female Athlete of the Year, and a record-setting guard who competed on national stages like the ESPN/Final Four 3-Point Shoot-Out. She represented the United States in the World University Games in South Korea before being drafted into the WNBA.
As the 30th overall pick of the Sacramento Monarchs, Anne fulfilled her dream of reaching the professional stage, bringing the same drive and versatility that defined her career. Her ability to compete at the highest levels—and transition those lessons into coaching, broadcasting, and business leadership—makes her a rare voice in sports.
Anne’s journey from high school phenom to WNBA professional and international competitor is more than a story of talent. It’s proof of relentless discipline, adaptability, and the power of mindset—qualities she now shares with athletes, executives, and audiences worldwide.
Athletic Experience
- WNBA 30th Pick: Sacramento Monarchs
- Iowa State University: Athletic & Academic All-America
- Iowa State University Female Athlete of the Year
- ESPN/Final Four: 3-Point Shoot-Out Contest
- Team USA: World University Games – Daegu, South Korea
- Iowa High School Hall of Fame
- Naismith Top 5: National High School Player of the Year
- McDonald’s/WBCA High School All-America Game
- 3X Parade Magazine High School All-America
- First Freshman to Lead the state of Iowa in Scoring (High School History)
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Coaching
Anne O’Neil brings the rare combination of professional playing experience, elite coaching, and cutting-edge performance psychology to every court and classroom she steps into.
From the WNBA to international arenas, Anne has coached, developed, and analyzed some of the best players in women’s basketball. As an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator at the Division I level, she built programs and guided athletes to peak performance.
She has been tapped by the Unrivaled League, Jr. NBA Elite Camps, Jimmy Butler’s Camps, and FIBA Africa to deliver not just basketball training, but leadership and mindset coaching that lasts long beyond the game.
In January 2025, the Unrivaled’s Inaugural season, Anne was selected as the assistant coach for Laces BC. The Unrivaled league – an innovative 3v3 professional women’s basketball league was founded by two current U.S. Olympians, Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart. The league features 6 teams, with 6 players on each team. Anne trained some of the best WNBA players, scouted opponents, and did stat analysis. Anne’s team made it to the Playoffs in the first year of the season.
The Unrivaled games were shown nationally on TNT and quickly gained international attention as the first league of its kind 3v3, fullcourt play with top WNBA players not having to play overseas and be trained in the USA before WNBA season.
Anne is equally dynamic on the sidelines and in the studio—an ESPN and Las Vegas Aces analyst who blends deep scouting knowledge with an engaging, high-energy presence. With certifications in neuroscience, mental performance, and meditation training (Dr. Joe Dispenza), Anne coaches athletes and executives alike on how to sharpen their skills, align their focus, and thrive under pressure.
Whether she’s breaking down film, developing championship strategies, or inspiring athletes with mental training techniques, Anne’s coaching is about more than winning games—it’s about building resilient leaders.
Coaching Experience:
Unrivaled League
- Assistant Coach for LACES BC – Oversaw opponent scouting, stat analysis, and WNBA player development
Coaching & Leadership Roles
- Big 12 Conference: TV Analyst & Brand Ambassador
- Former D1 Head Assistant Coach & Recruiting Coordinator, Eastern Illinois University
- JrNBA Elite Camps Coach;
- Jimmy Butler Camp Co-Commissioner for Dwyane Wade’s Celebrity Sports Academy
- FIBA Africa: Basketball & Mindset Coach (West Africa)
- Certified Trainer in Neuroscience, Mental Performance, and Meditation (Dr. Joe Dispenza)
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Speaker
Inspire. Perform. Lead.
From the WNBA to the boardroom—Anne O’Neil delivers energizing keynotes for teams who want to win.
Meet Anne O’Neil
From the court to the C-suite, Anne O’Neil knows what it takes to perform under pressure, build winning teams, and navigate life’s biggest pivots. As a former WNBA player, current ESPN analyst, international performance coach, and mindset coach, Anne brings unmatched energy, wisdom, and humor to every stage. Whether you’re a Fortune 500 company, collegiate athletic program, or high-performing team, Anne inspires audiences with stories from her global adventures and playbook for elite performance, resilience, and personal growth.
Corporate & Convention Keynotes
Anne shares her inspiring journey from high-pressure corporate environments to finding her voice as a national basketball commentator. Learn how burnout, reinvention, and purpose collide.
What living out of a suitcase in 60+ countries taught Anne about chasing purpose, trusting the process, and the value of less.
Based on years in elite athletics and corporate consulting, Anne shares five proven tactics for building stronger teams and sustainable success.
Discover the habits that define elite performers—from mindset mastery to preparation and consistency.
From remote villages to boardrooms, Anne shows how bold choices and unexpected experiences can shape your greatest success.
Go behind the scenes of the revolutionary 3×3 league Anne helped launch. Learn how adaptability, innovation, and continuous learning drive world-class performance.
Colleges & Universities
Anne equips student-athletes with strategies to transfer their competitive edge into career and life success.
When life feels overwhelming, the best solution is often the simplest. Learn how to refocus and rise.
Athletic Teams
Designed for competitive athletes ready to take the next step in performance and leadership.
Perfect for athletes navigating transition, injury, or retirement—how to redefine your purpose off the court.
A breakdown of the three traits that make great teams thrive—from mindset to mission.
A dynamic, inside look at building something new while performing at your best.
Mindset & Leadership
“Transforming Teams & Executives Through The Power of Mindset”
Anne O’Neil has long been captivated by the psychology of performance and the neuroscience of growth mindset. Drawing from her background as both a professional athlete and a corporate leader, she has helped teams and executives build strategic game plans that spark measurable results. Her work bridges the worlds of sports and business, empowering organizations to unlock peak performance, resilience, and sustainable success.
Highlights of her expertise in performance psychology and leadership include:
- Senior Advisory Leader at Palo Alto Networks — consulting Global 2000 organizations at the C-Suite level, where she developed 3-year strategic roadmaps focused on technology advancement and organizational growth.
- Certified Speaker in Neuroscience, Mental Performance, and Meditation under the training of Dr. Joe Dispenza, one of the foremost voices in brain consciousness and human potential.
- International Speaker and Elite Performance Instructor for FUEL !NC, the world’s first performance-as-a-service video platform designed to redefine business education and performance standards.Two-year international training with Steve Zaffron, founder of Vanto Group, recognized by Forbes as a Top Management Consulting Firm.
- Global perspective on transformation and leadership, having attended a two-week retreat in South Africa with Martha Beck, Harvard-trained life coach, best-selling author, and speaker.
Global Travel + Giving Back
Anne has traveled to over 60 countries, many of them have been philanthropic trips to teach youth sports and mindset practices. Anne has partnered with the NBA’s Nwora Foundation, FIBA Africa, Global Volunteer Network, Basketball as a Mission, Dreams for Life, among others.
Through these experiences, Anne has built a unique framework for mindset and leadership that inspires action, cultivates resilience, and delivers results—on the court, in the boardroom, and everywhere leaders are called to perform.
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Contact Anne
Cell: 515.451.3821
Email: heyanneoneil@gmail.com
Social Media: @heyanneoneil