WNBA Napheesa Collier Leads Scoring, Contends for First MVP

The 2025 Women's Africa Cup of Nations features a notable presence of players from the USA's NWSL and England's WSL, with 10 players representing Nigeria, Zambia, and Ghana, highlighting the growing global impact of these leagues. Zambia's Barbra Banda, a prolific scorer and one of the most expensive players in women's football, returns to the tournament after a prior controversial omission, bolstering her team's chances. Ghana and Nigeria also bring top talent, including Nigeria's Chiamaka Nnadozie and Asisat Oshoala, who continue to draw international attention. Meanwhile, the ECNL Girls Playoffs in San Diego showcased top youth soccer talent across multiple age groups, with standout players like Hillery, Nacelli, Smith, and Reyes demonstrating their skills in front of college coaches and scouts. In professional women's basketball, Napheesa Collier leads the WNBA in scoring and is a strong favorite for the MVP award following her success in the Unrivaled 1-on-1 tournament. These developments across soccer and basketball underscore the rising visibility and competitiveness of women's sports at both youth and professional levels.