For the first time ever the WNBA All-Star Game and festivities are taking place in Chicago, Illinois this weekend. Players, coaches, media, and fans are flocking to the city to see league’s best take on the best in a mid-season game as well as a three-point contest and skills challenge.
The MTN DEW 3-Point Contest will take place Saturday, July 9 at 2 p.m. CT on ESPN. Shortly after the conclusion off that event the Skills Challenge will begin. The following day, the WNBA All-Star Game.
Below are notable former Illinois prep athletes and/or current members of the Chicago Sky that will be participating.
MTN DEW 3-POINT CONTEST
- Jewell Loyd (Niles West/Seattle Storm)- Participated in 2018 and 2021.
- Allie Quigley (Joliet Catholic/Chicago Sky)- Four time participant (2017, 2018, 2019, 2021), three time winner (2017, 2018, 2021).
WNBA Skills Challenge
- Azurá Stevens
- Courtney Vandersloot
WNBA All-Star Game
HEad coach
- James Wade- head coach for Team Stewart
Starters
- Candace Parker (Naperville Central/Chicago Sky)- Team Wilson
- Jewell Loyd (Niles West/Seattle Storm)- Team Stewart
Reserves
- Courtney Vandersloot (Chicago Sky)- Team Wilson
- Kahleah Copper (Chicago Sky)- Team Stewart
- Emma Meesseman (Chicago Sky)- Team Stewart
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