BREAKING: Golden State Valkyries’ point guard Veronica Burton is set to make her debut at the USA Basketball senior national team camp from December 12-14, 2023, at Duke University. This significant opportunity comes on the heels of Burton being named the WNBA’s Most Improved Player and securing a spot on the All-Defensive Team.
Burton will be joined by an impressive roster of first-timers, including college stars Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers. Clark, who was sidelined with a groin injury during the latter part of the WNBA season, has previously received invitations to national camps but could not attend due to timing conflicts.
The camp will also feature Olympic gold medalists including Kahleah Copper, Brittney Griner, and Kelsey Plum. This infusion of talent sets the stage for a highly competitive environment as the U.S. prepares for upcoming international competitions.
Kara Lawson, head coach of the Duke women’s basketball team, will lead the camp alongside notable coaches like Natalie Nakase from the Valkyries, Nate Tibbetts of Phoenix, and Stephanie White of Indiana. Their collective expertise aims to refine the skills of these elite players ahead of the FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifier in Puerto Rico next March.
The USA team is already qualified for the World Cup next year in Germany, where they will compete against teams from Italy, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, Senegal, and Spain. This camp is a critical step in ensuring the U.S. remains a dominant force in women’s basketball on the global stage.
As the countdown to the camp begins, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how these rising stars will perform together, particularly with Burton’s remarkable journey from a promising rookie to a national team contender. This is a pivotal moment not just for Burton, but for the entire women’s basketball community as they look to build on their recent successes.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops and the camp approaches. The excitement is palpable as these athletes gear up for a chance to represent their country on the world stage!
