Georgia Amoore: Aussie Point Guard Makes WNBA History!
Okay, so you guys are *not* going to believe this. Georgia Amoore, this incredible point guard from Ballarat, Australia, just absolutely *smashed* it in the 2025 WNBA Draft. She became the highest-drafted Aussie player since Liz Cambage in 2011 – talk about following in some seriously impressive footsteps! The Washington Mystics snagged her with the sixth overall pick. It was electrifying!
A College Career For The Ages
Amoore's journey to the WNBA wasn't exactly a straight shot, though. After leading Virginia Tech to the 2023 Final Four, she transferred to the University of Kentucky. And that’s where things really took off. Seriously, this past season she averaged 19.6 points and 6.9 assists per game! It's the kind of performance that makes you wonder if she’s actually some kind of basketball robot – in a good way, of course.
Defying Expectations (And Gravity!)
Now, here's the thing: Georgia’s only 5’6”. Which, in basketball, is, let's just say, not exactly towering. But honestly, has she ever let that stop her? Nope. Her competitive spirit is off the charts. As she herself said, "As long as people have called me too short, I’ve been working on how to counterattack that." That’s the kind of attitude that wins championships, people.
Draft Night Drama
The 2025 WNBA Draft was insane! Paige Bueckers went first to the Dallas Wings, and Dominique Malonga went second to Seattle. It was star-studded, high-energy and full of suspense. Then, bam! The Mystics picked Amoore. And they didn't stop there, grabbing Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen in the first round, too. They're clearly building something special in Washington D.C.
Red Carpet Ready and Unexpected Connections
Amoore looked absolutely stunning on draft night, rocking a custom-designed outfit from Russell Westbrook's brand, Honor The Gift. But the *real* surprise? Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman sent her a welcome video message! You know, the Spirit are a soccer team, completely different sport. But it just shows how tight-knit the Washington sports scene is, and how excited everyone is to have Amoore on board. I mean, who saw that coming?
The Future Is Bright (And Aussie!)
This is huge, not just for Amoore, but for women's basketball in Australia. She’s got the skills, the grit, and the determination to become a true WNBA star. The Mystics just got themselves a serious player, someone who's going to make a real impact for years to come. Seriously, keep an eye on this one. She's going to be amazing.
