Team USA’s quest for redemption begins Saturday at the 2025 FIBA AmeriCup in Santiago, Chile. A squad composed entirely of top NCAA talent, led by Duke’s Kara Lawson, will compete against nine other nations for the tournament title and a berth in the 2026 FIBA World Cup. After losing to Brazil in the 2023 final, this new generation of American stars—including LSU’s Flau’Jae Johnson and Notre Dame’s Hannah Hidalgo—aims to capture Team USA’s fifth AmeriCup gold medal. They will face experienced international competition, including a Brazilian team led by Chicago Sky center Kamilla Cardoso.
A new-look Team USA is set to compete at the 2025 FIBA AmeriCup in Santiago, Chile. Here’s what you need to know:
- What: 2025 FIBA AmeriCup 5×5 Tournament
- When: Kicks off Saturday, with the final on July 6th.
- Where: Santiago, Chile
- The Stakes: The AmeriCup trophy and a qualifying spot for the 2026 FIBA World Cup.
- The Team: A 12-player roster of top NCAA talent, coached by Duke’s Kara Lawson.
- Key Players: The squad features stars like Flau’Jae Johnson (LSU), Hannah Hidalgo (Notre Dame), Olivia Miles (TCU), Madison Booker (Texas), and Audi Crooks (Iowa State).
- The Mission: Avenge a 2023 finals loss to Brazil and win a fifth all-time gold medal.
