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Gold Again: Team USA Makes It Five Straight
No Offseason: The Athletic Women's Basketball Show›
Sep 14, 202639:48
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Chantel and Annie react to the U.S. capturing its fifth consecutive FIBA World Cup gold medal, breaking down how Team USA overcame the challenges of the gold medal game and what ultimately made the difference in another championship run.
The duo also spotlight Sue Bird’s leadership as Managing Director of the USA Basketball Women’s National Team and the impact she has had on a program that continues to set the standard on the international stage.
They also break down Breanna Stewart’s standout performance and leadership, while also highlighting the contributions of the roster’s “young and turnt” group and the veterans who stepped up when Team USA needed them most.
With another gold medal secured, the duo looks ahead to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and explores how USA Basketball will balance its emerging young stars with the veteran leaders who have set the standard.
REFERENCES:
Team USA takes down France for fifth consecutive World Cup gold medal by Annie Costabile
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"Gold Again: Team USA Makes It Five Straight" is an episode of No Offseason: The Athletic Women's Basketball Show. Runtime 39 min. Published September 14, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
