In an exciting announcement for basketball fans, three former Notre Dame women’s basketball players have been selected to compete in the upcoming WNBA All-Star Game. This highly anticipated event will take place at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, July 19, at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Among the honored players is Sonia Citron, who is making her All-Star debut just a few months after concluding her impressive college career.
Sonia Citron, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft presented by State Farm, has quickly made her mark in the league. Currently playing for the Mystics, Citron has participated in all 18 games this season. Among her peers, she stands out as a top performer: she ranks second in scoring among current rookies with an impressive average of 14.6 points per game (ppg), third in rebounding with 4.9 rebounds per game (rpg), and fifth in assists with 2.0 assists per game (apg). Her rapid rise showcases her potential to become a significant player in professional basketball.
Skylar Diggins, now in her 11th season in the WNBA, continues to demonstrate her incredible talent and leadership. With a remarkable career total of 5,155 points, she ranks fifth among active players, trailing behind notable stars like Tina Charles and Brittney Griner. This year marks her first All-Star selection as a member of the Storm; she initially made her All-Star debut in 2014 and last participated in the 2022 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game. Currently, Diggins ranks 10th in the league in scoring with an average of 18.5 ppg and is tied for fourth in assists with 5.9 apg, solidifying her status as one of the league’s elite guards.
Jackie Young, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 WNBA Draft presented by State Farm, has established herself as a formidable force on the court. As a two-time WNBA champion with the Las Vegas Aces, Young is set to make her fourth consecutive All-Star appearance. Standing at 6-0, she ranks second on her team in scoring, averaging 17.3 points this season, which is the second-best scoring average of her career. Additionally, Young contributes significantly to her team’s playmaking, ranking second in assists with an average of 3.7 apg.
The 2025 WNBA All-Star Game promises to be an exhilarating showcase of talent, featuring the league's top stars. The full roster will be drafted into two teams by a pair of captains during an ESPN broadcast scheduled for 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8. This event not only highlights the skills of elite players like Sonia Citron, Skylar Diggins, and Jackie Young but also emphasizes the growing popularity and competitive nature of women’s basketball.
Stay tuned for more updates as the WNBA continues to captivate fans with thrilling performances and remarkable athleticism.
