Team USA at FIBA World CUP LIVE updates: Kara Lawson speaks about tournament
The most talented women’s basketball players in the world will gather in Berlin for the 2026 FIBA World Cup. Here's Kara Lawson thoughts on Team USA.
The 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup kicks off in Berlin, Germany on Friday, September 4th. This edition of the tournament sees 16 teams competing - four more than the 2022 World Cup. Known for their dominance in the event, Team USA has won the last 12 FIBA World Cups, including four in a row. This year's team is led by coach Kara Lawson, who will guide the squad alongside rising stars such as Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers.
Lawson, who was part of the 2008 gold medal-winning team, plays a significant role in the upcoming competition. Her coaching journey for Team USA includes guiding the Blue Devils to back-to-back ACC championships and consecutive appearances in the Elite Eight. More on Lawson and her coaching staff will be covered in an upcoming article.
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