American · Cashmere, Washington · Born 8 February 1989Elite playmaking point guard and all-time great passer whose creative vision and WNBA championship made her one of the most celebrated guards in league history.
Courtney Vandersloot was born on 8 February 1989 in Kent, Washington, and holds dual American and Hungarian citizenship through family heritage. She starred at Kentwood High School before playing at Gonzaga University, where she became one of the most prolific playmakers in program history. The Chicago Sky selected Vandersloot third overall in the 2011 WNBA Draft, and she developed into one of the finest pure point guards in league history, renowned for her exceptional court vision and assist totals, leading the WNBA in assists per game on multiple occasions throughout a career spent largely with the Sky. Vandersloot helped Chicago win the franchise's first WNBA championship in 2021, and built an extensive overseas career across Turkey and Russia during WNBA offseasons, including a long association with UMMC Ekaterinburg, one of European basketball's most successful clubs. Vandersloot moved to the New York Liberty in 2023 before returning to the Chicago Sky in 2025, continuing to be one of the most respected floor generals in the WNBA across a career defined by remarkable consistency and playmaking excellence.
Elite point guard known for exceptional court vision and playmaking ability
She averaged 10.1 assists per game in 2020 to set the WNBA single-season record — a figure that transcended women's basketball and drew comparisons with the greatest passers in the history of the game.
Did You Know?How They Played
Floor general with exceptional passing skills, basketball IQ, and leadership
Lasting Impact
One of the greatest point guards in WNBA history and premier facilitator
Career Honours
- WNBA Champion 2021
| Club | Period | Apps | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Sky | 2011–2022 | 374 | #11 |
| New York Liberty | 2023–2024 | 72 | — |
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