Amaya Valdemoro becomes first Spanish player in WNBA Hall of Fame

Spanish basketball legend Amaya Valdemoro was inducted into the WNBA Hall of Fame in Knoxville, Tennessee. The 49‑year‑old former Madrid star, who entered the FIBA Hall of Fame in 2023, became the first Spaniard to receive this honor.

Valdemoro celebrated the milestone with family and close friends. Her induction highlights the growing recognition of European women’s basketball on the global stage.