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Sue Bird Named Managing Director of USA Women’s Basketball Team

The five-time Olympic gold medalist will oversee roster and coaching decisions for the 2028 Olympic cycle under a new leadership structure.

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
Former WNBA player Sue Bird arrives on the red carpet before the 2023 ESPYS at the Dolby Theatre.
Sue Bird #6 of Team United States celebrates after defeating Team Japan 90-75 to win the women's gold medal match between Team United States and Team Japan on day sixteen of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Saitama Super Arena on August 08, 2021 in Saitama, Japan.

Overview

  • Sue Bird transitions from legendary player to executive, taking on the managing director role for Team USA’s women’s basketball program.
  • This marks a shift from the previous committee-based decision-making to a single-executive model, aligning with the men’s team structure.
  • Bird will be responsible for selecting rosters and coaching staff for key events, including the 2025 Olympic qualifiers and the 2026 FIBA World Cup.
  • She will report to Briana Weiss, USA Basketball’s operations manager, in a role similar to Grant Hill’s for the men’s team.
  • In addition to her new position, Bird is launching a WNBA-focused podcast, 'Bird’s Eye View,' debuting May 16.