It’s Me, Chelsea!
Welcome to ChelseaNewton.com!!
Thank you for stopping by, hope you like the new design and layout!
This is now the second, and newly improved version of my site, where you’ll be able to read up on my blog, take a look at some of my photos and see what’s going on in my life. If you want to contact me, please send me a note…I would love to hear from you
I am now coaching at my alma mater, Rutgers, and I am thrilled to be working with Coach Stringer. We’re working hard this summer to get ready for the next season and it’s going to be an exciting one, so I hope to see you at some games!
Thank you all for you continued support.
Take Care,
Quick Bio
Chelsea Marie Newton
Born: February 17
Hometown: Monroe, Louisiana
College: Rutgers University, New Jersey
Professional: Sacramento Monarchs | Guard | 5′11″ | #2
As one of the most highly touted players in the nation for the Class of 2001 and one of the most decorated athletes to grace the courts of Carroll High School, Chelsea averaged 26.8 points, 12.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 4.2 steals, and 2.1 blocked shots per game as a senior, was a three-time first-team all-state, twice honored as the Northeast Louisiana Player of the Year, and had her jersey retired. Entering her senior year, Chelsea was rated 10th by the Women’s Basketball Journal, 13th by the All Star Girls Report, and 23rd by Blue Star.
Along with her 2,360 points and 1,066 rebounds she collected during her career, Chelsea was also a member of the track & field team, competing in the high and long jump. A straight A-student, Chelsea was at the top of her class as the valedictorian and was the homecoming queen.
Chelsea attended college in New Jersey at Rutgers University, where she was named the 2005 Big East Defensive Player of the Year, All-Big East 3rd team, MBWA All-First Team, and Naismith National Player of the Year Preseason Candidate. With her guidance, Rutgers became the 2005 BIG EAST Regular Season Champions and earned an appearance in the NCAA Elite 8.
Known as the heart and soul of the Scarlet Knights, when she played well, the team played well. The energy of the team went through Chelsea and her tenacious defensive, which defines her unique style of play.
She majored in Sports Management, with aspirations of becoming a General Manager for a WNBA team in the future. The discipline Chelsea developed on the court was also brought into the classroom. Professors and classmates admired how well she did in the classroom, as well as how well she did on the court. Its not easy being a student-athlete, but Chelsea managed to juggle both and become successful in both. This type of work ethic and determination earned her a spot in the WNBA.
With the 22nd overall pick in the 2005 WNBA Draft, the Sacramento Monarchs selected Chelsea specifically due to her defensive style. Projected by many in the women’s basketball world as a long shot to make the team, Chelsea proved all doubters wrong by starting every single game and earning a spot on the All-Rookie team. As one of the top rookies in the league, Chelsea played a crucial role in the Monarchs Championship year.
After five seasons in the WNBA, Chelsea retired from the league and can now be found back at Rutgers as one of Coach C. Vivian Stringer’s assistant coaches.
Question & Answer
Q: Now that you have been in the WNBA for a few years, what would you tell the rookies who are just beginning their careers?
A: It’s all about HARD WORK and maintaining a POSITIVE ATTITUDE. Coaches and veterans love rookies that listen and try their hardest to provide positive energy and give maximum effort on the court. Another piece of advice for the rooks - save your money!!
Q: Do you have any pregame rituals?
A: My most import ritual is listening to gospel music on the way to the gym.
Q: Who have been your biggest influences?
A: Wow! There were so many people who have influenced me in so many ways. My parents and sister, Juanita Rambo, GT English teacher at my high school, Coach C. Vivian Stringer at Rutgers, my Aunt Loretta, Terry Martin, AAU Coach and Godfather.
Q: What advice would you give aspiring girls who want to play college or professional basketball?
A: Grades are so important; lack of discipline in the classroom is a direct reflection on your ability to learn and apply on the court. Always play and work hard, especially when no one is watching.
Q: What other sports do you like to play or watch, besides basketball?
A: I love to watch football!
Q: If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
A: Anywhere hot, I need a vacation!
Q: After all of the traveling you have done, what place has been your favorite?
A: I love Italy, it is a very beautiful country with so much history.
Q: Do you have any hidden talents?
A: No hidden talents at all, what you see is what you get!
Q: What do you see yourself doing 10 years from now?
A: I’m not quite sure! I’ve been told that I would be a great college coach, but I’m not sure if that is my calling. I pray that whatever it is I will be making a difference in someone’s life.
A Few of My Favorite Things
- Food: Catfish
- Color: Dark brown
- Candy: Fundip
- Clothing Store: Abercrombie
- Kind of car: Scion TC
- TV Show: The Wire/Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is
- Movie: The Family That Preys/The Count of Monte Cristo
- Actor/actress: Will Smith/Julia Roberts
- Musician: Keyshia Cole/Anthony Hamilton
- Thing to do during free time: watching movies on my couch, surfing the web, hang out with my family and friends
