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Julie Allemand of Belgium etched her name into basketball history by becoming the all‑time assists leader in the FIBA Women’s World Cup, finishing the 2026 edition with 111 assists and eclipsing records held by Dawn Staley, Sue Bird and Laia Palau.
A 55-52 victory over Italy propelled USA Basketball into the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup quarterfinals, but star guard Caitlin Clark struggled early, prompting the squad to lean on teammates such as Breanna Stewart and Paige Bueckers before their final group match in Berlin.
Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever’s leading scorer and playmaker, has been named to the United States roster for the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin, set to begin on September 4.
Italy's women's team fought back from a late deficit, limiting the USA to their lowest tally since 1984 and earning a shot at the Final phase.
The U.S. women's team edged Italy 55-52 in Berlin, overcoming a late deficit to keep their World Cup unbeaten run alive.
Italy's World Cup victory over the United States, built on relentless defense and collective effort, marks a historic return to the global stage after three decades.
Imani Stafford-McGee delivered a double-double, Julie Allemand orchestrated a win for Belgium, Xu Han led China to an overtime triumph, and Steph Talbot propelled Australia past Türkiye.
Caitlin Clark will make her first appearance for Team USA at the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin, where the Americans will compete in Group D against China, Italy and Czechia, with games scheduled September 4‑7 and broadcast on TNT, truTV and HBO Max.
On September 4, 2026, the United States defeated China in the FIBA Women's World Cup in Berlin, with Angel Reese scoring 15 points and teammates Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers adding crucial contributions.
The United States will look to extend its unbeaten streak at the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup when it faces Italy in Berlin on September 6.
Team USA enters its second group‑stage game looking to extend a historic winning streak, while Italy’s star forward Cecilia Zandalasini prepares to challenge the defending champions.
A mistaken elevator alarm sparked a 2 a.m. evacuation at the tournament hotel, briefly halting preparations for several national teams, but Australia used the disturbance as a springboard to claim their first victory.
A false fire alarm triggered in the elevator of the hotel housing the Women’s Basketball World Cup teams caused an early‑morning evacuation, but Australia still managed an 87‑71 victory over Turkey, with coaches and players noting the disruption did not affect performance.
From backyard practice in Osnabrück to a historic home‑court appearance in Berlin, Freida Buhner’s story encapsulates the passion, perseverance, and parental backing that have propelled her into the spotlight of international women’s basketball.
The United States women's national basketball team will open its 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup campaign in Berlin on September 4, seeking a fifth consecutive gold medal despite the absence of key players A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum.
A false fire alarm triggered in a hotel elevator early Tuesday morning forced teams to evacuate, but Australia still captured their first tournament win, beating Turkey 87-71 despite the early disruption.
Team USA, fresh off a 94‑61 win over China, takes on Italy in Berlin on September 6, a match that could determine the group leader and a direct route to the quarterfinals.
Australia beat Turkey 87‑71, with Ezi Magbegor leading the scoring, and now faces Belgium in a match that could decide a quarterfinal berth, as the U.S. extended its winning streak to 32 games and China opened its campaign against the Czech Republic.
USA Basketball opened their 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup campaign with a 94-61 victory over China, highlighted by Caitlin Clark's record double-double, and now prepare for a key Group D showdown against Italy in Berlin.
Jackie Young, a Princeton graduate and former Indiana Miss Basketball, is now at the forefront of Team USA as it competes in the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin.
Jackie Young’s blend of scoring prowess, defensive intensity and championship experience has propelled Team USA to the brink of a FIBA World Cup title.
During the FIBA World Cup 2026, Team USA invited U.S. Marines stationed in Berlin to join a practice session, where stars Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers impressed with 14 points each, underscoring a tradition of athletes honoring service members while preparing for upcoming group stage matches.
The 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin will showcase defending champion USA, led by former UConn stars, alongside emerging talents from France, Hungary, Puerto Rico and Nigeria.
Team USA announces a 12‑player roster of former NCAA stars and first‑round WNBA picks, aiming for a fifth consecutive gold medal at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin.