Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers Debut at USA Senior Camp
Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers are set to make their debuts at the USA Senior Basketball Camp, scheduled at Duke University from December 12 to 14. They join a distinguished group of players participating in the training camp for the USA Basketball senior national team.
Training Camp Details
Duke University will host the camp, with 18 participants, including both emerging talents and seasoned veterans. Notable names in attendance include:
- Caitlin Clark
- Paige Bueckers
- Angel Reese
- JuJu Watkins
- Chelsea Gray
- Brittney Griner
- Kelsey Plum
- Jackie Young
- Kahleah Copper
- Dearica Hamby
- Brionna Jones
- Aliyah Boston
- Cameron Brink
- Lauren Betts
- Sonia Citron
- Kiki Iriafen
- Rickea Jackson
- Veronica Burton
Star Players and Injuries
JuJu Watkins, last season’s national player of the year from USC, will not participate actively due to an ongoing recovery from an ACL injury. However, she will attend to integrate into the national team environment.
Clark, Bueckers, Brink, Betts, Boston, and Citron have previously enjoyed success, winning gold medals in junior competitions for USA Basketball. Meanwhile, Betts, Boston, Reese, Burton, and Jackson represented Team USA at the FIBA Women’s AmeriCup, showcasing their capability on an international level.
Coaching Staff and Future Plans
This training camp will serve as a crucial evaluation opportunity for the newly appointed managing director of the USA women’s national team, Sue Bird. Bird’s main objective is to assemble a winning squad for the upcoming 2026 FIBA World Cup, where the USA aims for its fifth consecutive gold medal.
Under the guidance of head coach Kara Lawson, current Duke coach, the training camp aims to build team cohesion and prepare for international competition. Supporting Lawson will be WNBA coaches Natalie Nakase, Nate Tibbetts, and Stephanie White, who will assist in player development during the camp.
Conclusion
The USA Senior Basketball Camp promises to be a pivotal event for both new and experienced players. As Clark, Bueckers, and others gear up for this training, fans eagerly anticipate the future of USA Women’s Basketball heading toward the next World Cup.
