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Sue Bird Takes Helm of USA Women's Basketball Team

5/11/2025

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Sue Bird steps into the role of managing director for the USA women's national basketball team ahead of the 2028 Olympics. With an eye for emerging stars like Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, Bird is set to build a dynamic coaching staff and roster. Her impressive legacy, marked by five Olympic gold medals, fuels her passion for nurturing the next generation of talent.

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Sue Bird steps into the role of managing director for the USA women's national basketball team ahead of the 2028 Olympics. With an eye for emerging stars like Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, Bird is set to build a dynamic coaching staff and roster. Her impressive legacy, marked by five Olympic gold medals, fuels her passion for nurturing the next generation of talent.