Elena Delle Donne named managing director for USA women’s 3×3 team

USA Basketball appointed former WNBA Most Valuable Player Elena Delle Donne as its first managing director for the 3×3 women’s national team Monday.

Delle Donne officially retired earlier this year — she hadn’t played since 2023 due in part to health concerns — and now the longtime Washington Mystics star will take on an active role in guiding Team USA’s efforts in women’s 3×3 hoops.

“USA Basketball was an important part of my on-court career for a decade and a half. To have the opportunity to continue my journey with the organization, and to help shape and grow the 3×3 program, is something that I take very seriously,” Delle Donne said in a news release. “Thank you to USA Basketball for trusting me with this role. I’m excited to get started.”

Delle Donne was unanimously approved by the