The Women’s Basketball Without Borders initiative has unveiled its most ambitious talent identification effort yet, naming the top 40 female high‑school prospects who will converge in Chicago for a three‑day showcase. The announcement, made jointly by the WNBA, NBA and FIBA, highlights a new milestone in the program’s mission to develop global talent.
From July 24 through 26, 2026, the BWB All‑Star camp will occupy the Advocate Center, the Chicago Bulls’ practice facility, providing a state‑of‑the‑art environment for the selected athletes. The venue, known for its world‑class courts and training amenities, will host a packed schedule of on‑court and off‑court activities.
Coaching Legends Lead the Way
Current and former WNBA and FIBA stars will lead the instruction, with Georgia Amoore, Tamecka Dixon and Anna Montañana confirmed as part of the coaching roster. Their combined experience at the highest levels of the game promises to offer campers insights that go beyond pure skill development.
Campers can expect a blend of athletic testing, movement‑efficiency drills, skill stations, 3‑on‑3 and 5‑on‑5 games, alongside life‑skills seminars designed to prepare them for the next level. The curriculum is intended to mirror the demands of professional basketball while emphasizing personal growth.
The event will also serve as a scouting hub for WNBA personnel and NCAA coaches, a pathway that proved decisive last year when 27 participants earned Division I scholarships. This exposure component underscores the camp’s role as a bridge between elite high‑school competition and collegiate or professional opportunities.
Beyond the on‑court work, participants will compete in a skills challenge and three‑point contest at WNBA Live 2026 and attend the 2026 AT&T WNBA All‑Star Game, while Nike equips each athlete with its latest apparel and footwear. The partnership, which has supported BWB since 2002, reinforces the program’s commitment to empowering the next generation of women’s basketball leaders.
Since its inception in 2001, BWB has engaged more than 4,900 players from 149 nations, with 155 alumni advancing to the NBA or WNBA. Recent graduates such as Kamilla Cardoso, Aaliyah Edwards and Han Xu illustrate the program’s track record of turning camp participants into professional stars.
Fans can follow the action on social platforms using #BWBAllStar and learn more at BasketballWithoutBorders.com, the BWB YouTube channel, and its Instagram feed. The upcoming camp promises to add another chapter to a legacy that continues to reshape the landscape of women’s basketball worldwide.