MANILA, Philippines, February 19 ------ WNBA champion Sabrina Ionescu of the New York Liberty is set to visit the Philippines for the first time to participate in various activities this March. Ionescu, known for her sharpshooting prowess and all-around play, will be in Manila — one of just three stops in Asia — for the 2025 Sabrina Manila Tour: Craft the Future Showcase.
“I’m excited to connect with basketball fans across Manila, Guangzhou, and Hong Kong, especially young hoopers. You can feel their passion for the game, even from New York,” Ionescu said in a statement. “Together we will celebrate the game, and I hope we inspire each other to achieve our dreams with dedication, commitment and hard work,” she added.
The 5-foot-11 guard boasts an impressive resume, emerging as the NCAA’s all-time leader in triple-doubles, regardless of gender. She also had an eventful 2024, winning her first WNBA championship and Olympic gold medal.
Ionescu, a Nike endorser, will first visit the brand’s flagship store in Bonifacio Global City in Taguig, where she will participate in a sit-down panel discussion with fellow athletes and coaches on March 10. She will also headline a basketball clinic at The Courtyard, launch a Nike Sabrina 2 sneaker collaboration, and participate in a basketball showcase at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
Ionescu, who once hit 25 out of 27 threes in the WNBA three-point shootout, will participate in a similar challenge at the Big Dome on March 11. She will also play with some of the country’s top pro and collegiate players during an exhibition game.
Fans could participate in the tour by registering on the Nike website.
Source: rappler.com
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