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Florida dismisses battery case against Dallas Wings star Ogunbowale

5/8/2026

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Ogunbowale Case Dismissed

Florida State Attorney’s Office nolle prosed the misdemeanor battery case against Dallas Wings star Arike Ogunbowale on Wednesday, stemming from her March 5 arrest after punching a man at a Miami nightclub.
Security-camera footage captured Ogunbowale striking the man with a closed fist, causing his fall.
Attorney Mitch Schuster said the dismissal lets Ogunbowale focus on her career as Dallas opens its season Saturday versus Indiana Fever after re-signing a deal.

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Ogunbowale Extends

She signed a multi-year extension with the Dallas Wings, taking a lower salary to free cap space.
She said God has blessed her with money outside the court.
She helped Mist BC win the Unrivaled 3-on-3 championship, scoring 19 points in the 80-74 final.
The contract lets her play with All-Star Alanna Smith and former Notre Dame teammate Jess, which she called definitely worth it.

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Ogunbowale Case Dismissed

Florida State Attorney’s Office nolle prosed the misdemeanor battery case against Dallas Wings star Arike Ogunbowale on Wednesday, stemming from her March 5 arrest after punching a man at a Miami nightclub.
Security-camera footage captured Ogunbowale striking the man with a closed fist, causing his fall.
Attorney Mitch Schuster said the dismissal lets Ogunbowale focus on her career as Dallas opens its season Saturday versus Indiana Fever after re-signing a deal.

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