BREAKING: Golden State Valkyries point guard Veronica Burton is set to make her debut at the Team USA Basketball senior national team camp next month at Duke University. This highly anticipated event, taking place from December 12-14, will gather some of the brightest stars in women’s basketball.
Burton, who earned the title of WNBA’s Most Improved Player and secured a spot on the All-Defensive Team, will be joined by notable first-time invitees including Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers. Their inclusion marks a significant moment as they prepare to represent the U.S. on the international stage.
This camp comes at a crucial time as the U.S. prepares for the FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifier in Puerto Rico next March 2024, where they will compete against teams from Italy, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, Senegal, and Spain. The Americans have already secured their qualification for the World Cup in Germany next year, adding to the urgency of this training.
Kara Lawson, who will lead the camp, is joined by Natalie Nakase of the Valkyries, Nate Tibbetts from Phoenix, and Stephanie White from Indiana, ensuring a wealth of coaching experience at the event.
The inclusion of elite players like Kahleah Copper, Chelsea Gray, Brittney Griner, Kelsey Plum, and Jackie Young demonstrates the depth and talent of the team as they prepare to defend their title on the world stage.
As excitement builds for this camp, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how these rising stars will perform together. With Burton’s recent accolades and the intensity of the upcoming qualifiers, the stakes have never been higher for Team USA.
Stay tuned for updates as this developing story unfolds and as these athletes gear up for an important season ahead.
