ohyeah WednesdayTeam USA, 3×3 Basketball In preparation for the Paris Olympics, he formed a team including star players such as Cameron Brink. Ryne Howardand Sierra Burdick.
Among these accomplished athletes is TCU standout Hailey Van Lith, whose heartfelt reaction to the news has been particularly notable.
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Van Lith in tears after being named to USA 3×3 team
A video circulating on social media captured the moment. Van Liss Find out she’s been selected to participate Team USA.
Her genuine surprise and joy reflects the culmination of years of hard work and dedication to the sport.
Van Lissthe team’s lone collegiate player, added another impressive milestone to his ever-growing list of accomplishments.
Van Liss His basketball journey has been marked by numerous accolades.
She is a McDonald’s All-American, two-time All-ACC First Team member and five-time gold medalist. Team USA.
Now, she proudly adds: “Olympic Athlete” She is on track to win her second consecutive gold medal. Team USA In 3×3 Basketball Event.
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Jennifer RizzottiWNBA President Connecticut Sunbecame coach Team USA.
Rizzotti She stated excitedly: “There is no greater honor than representing the United States at the Olympic Games. We will be competing against some incredibly talented and experienced 3×3 teams, but with this lineup I am confident we have everything we need to compete for another gold medal.”
of 3×3 formatDebuted in Tokyois very different from traditional 5-on-5 basketball.
The game will be played at half court with a 10 minute game clock and 12 second shot clock.
Points are scored differently, with a regular field goal being worth one point and a shot from outside the arc being worth two points.
The first team to reach 21 points or lead at the buzzer wins.
This format demands versatility and physicality from players.
Van Liss Past experience with 3×3 basketball includes: FIBA 3×3 Women’s World Cup 2023.
Looking back at sports, she noted the need for strategic diversity, saying: “You have to be able to defend every position for at least a few seconds.”
3×3 tournament begins Paris Basketball fans will be able to enjoy the tournament, which kicks off on July 30th and the medal round on August 5th. Van Liss And her teammates perform on the world stage.
After the Olympics, Van Liss Head to TCU Heading into her final season of college basketball, she is looking to finish off her collegiate career on a high.
