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Sue Bird Named First Managing Director of USA Women's Basketball Team

The five-time Olympic gold medalist will oversee roster and coaching decisions as the team prepares for the 2026 FIBA World Cup and 2028 Olympics.

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Sep 24, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Sue Bird, fiance of United States forward Megan Rapinoe (not pictured) looks on before the game between the United States and South Africa at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Jon Durr-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
Sue Bird visits the IMDb Portrait Studio at Acura House of Energy on Location at Sundance 2024 on January 20, 2024 in Park City, Utah.

Overview

  • Sue Bird, a basketball icon and Naismith Hall of Fame inductee, has been appointed as the first managing director of the USA Women's National Team.
  • This newly created role consolidates decision-making authority for roster and coaching selections, mirroring the men's national team structure.
  • Bird's four-year term aligns with the Olympic cycle and begins immediately, with her first major tasks including selecting a head coach for upcoming competitions.
  • Team USA has dominated international women's basketball, winning 10 Olympic gold medals and maintaining an undefeated record since 2006.
  • Key players, including Breanna Stewart, have expressed strong support for Bird's leadership and confirmed their participation in future tournaments.