U.S. Women’s Basketball Team Gears Up for FIBA World Cup with Star-Studded Roster
Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers are set to make their FIBA World Cup debuts with the U.S. women's national team in Berlin next month, aiming for a fifth consecutive title. North Philly native Kahleah Copper, a five-time WNBA…
Philadelphia, PA, August 6, 2026 —
The United States women’s national basketball team is set to compete in the upcoming FIBA World Cup in Berlin next month, featuring a mix of established stars and exciting newcomers. The tournament, scheduled from September 4-13, will see the U.S. team aiming to secure its fifth consecutive title.
Among the notable players making their FIBA World Cup debuts are Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers. These rising stars join a formidable roster that includes seasoned veterans and Olympic gold medalists. Kahleah Copper, a five-time WNBA All-Star and native of North Philadelphia, is returning to the squad. Other key players include A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart, both decorated Olympic gold medalists.
The team will be under the guidance of coach Kara Lawson. In the pool play stage of the tournament, the U.S. team is scheduled to face competition from China, Italy, and the Czech Republic. The specific dates for these pool play matchups were not provided in the summary.
The FIBA World Cup is a premier international basketball competition that showcases top talent from around the globe. The U.S. women’s team has a strong history in the tournament, consistently performing at a high level and achieving success over the years.
Further details regarding the full tournament schedule, including specific game times and broadcast information, were not included in the provided summary. The team’s journey in Berlin will be closely watched as they seek to continue their dominant streak in international play.
Story summarized from the original created by Doug Feinberg on www.inquirer.com, see more information here.
