Breanna Stewart's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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Breanna Stewart

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Breanna Stewart.

Breanna Stewart, nicknamed "Stewie", is a highly decorated American professional basketball player currently playing for the New York Liberty in the WNBA. Known as one of the most accomplished figures in women's basketball, Stewart has achieved considerable success in her career. Beyond her on-court accomplishments, she is also a founder of the Unrivaled basketball league, alongside Napheesa Collier.

1987: Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four

In March 2013, Breanna Stewart won the award of the Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four, the first freshman to win the award since 1987.

2004: Lisa Leslie's defensive rebounds record

In 2016, Breanna Stewart broke the WNBA record for most defensive rebounds in a season with 277 defensive rebounds (surpassing Lisa Leslie's record in 2004).

2010: Stewart Wins Gold at FIBA U17 World Championship

In 2010, Breanna Stewart continued with the USA U17 team, winning all eight games and securing the gold medal at the FIBA U17 World Championship for Women. She started in all eight games and played a crucial role in the team's success.

2010: Stewart Joins USA Basketball U16 Team

In 2010, at age 14, Breanna Stewart was selected for the USA Basketball U16 team. Despite initial concerns from her parents, she joined the team and started in all five games, helping them win the gold medal in the FIBA Americas U16 Championship for Women in Mexico City and securing a bid to the 2010 FIBA U17 World Championship.

2010: USA U18 Team Earns Bid to U19 World Championship

In 2010, the USA U18 team won the Americas Championship, earning an automatic bid to the 2011 U19 World Championship, setting the stage for Breanna Stewart's participation in the tournament.

2010: First WNBA Finals since 2010

In 2018, Breanna Stewart helped the Storm advance to the WNBA Finals for the first time since 2010.

2011: Stewart Competes at Pan American Games

In 2011, Breanna Stewart competed for the United States at the Pan American Games, being the only high school player chosen for the team. This marked only the second time in history that a high school player was selected for the USA Pan American team, with Nancy Lieberman being the first in 1975.

2011: Stewart Named USA Basketball Female Athlete of the Year

In 2011, Breanna Stewart was named the USA Basketball Female Athlete of the Year. This recognition was due to her outstanding performance on the U19 team and the Pan American team, where she led in points, rebounds, and blocks, securing a gold medal at the international competition and earning a spot on the all-tournament team.

2011: Stewart Selected for USA Basketball U19 Team

In 2011, Breanna Stewart was selected for the USA Basketball U19 team, which competed in the U19 World Championship in Chile. Despite a loss to Canada, the team won against France and Brazil, ultimately securing the gold medal against Spain. Stewart was one of the youngest players but led the team in scoring with 11.2 points per game and was named to the all-tournament team.

2011: Upset Victory at the Nike Tournament of Champions

In 2011, at the Nike Tournament of Champions in Phoenix, Arizona, Breanna Stewart helped her team, C-NS, upset the number 1 team, Bolingbrook High School, with a 43–40 win, scoring 15 points.

2011: Stewart Leads Pan American Team in Scoring

In 2011, during the Pan American Games, Breanna Stewart led the USA team in scoring with 15.4 points per game, despite being almost three years younger than the next youngest player. She also led the team in blocks and rebounds, showcasing her exceptional talent.

January 31, 2012: 2,000th Point Milestone

On January 31, 2012, Breanna Stewart scored her 2,000th point during a 31–0 run against Auburn.

March 2012: Gatorade National Girls Basketball Player of the Year Award

In March 2012, Breanna Stewart received the Gatorade National Girls Basketball Player of the Year award in a surprise presentation by Tamika Catchings.

August 2012: USA Wins Gold at FIBA Americas U-18 National Championship

In August 2012, Breanna Stewart and teammates Moriah Jefferson and Morgan Tuck competed in the FIBA Americas U-18 National Championship in Puerto Rico. The USA team won the gold medal after defeating Brazil 71–47.

March 2013: Intensive Training Sessions and Big East Tournament Performance

In March 2013, Breanna Stewart began early morning training sessions and came back strong in the Big East tournament, matching Diana Taurasi's tournament debut score.

October 2014: Stewart Wins Gold Medal at FIBA World Championship

In October 2014, Breanna Stewart won the gold medal with the USA team at the FIBA World Championship for Women in Turkey, adding to her list of accomplishments.

2014: AAC Player of the Year Honors

In 2014, Breanna Stewart earned American Athletic Conference Player of the Year honors for the second straight year.

2014: FIBA World Cup Gold Medal

In 2014, Breanna Stewart won a gold medal at the FIBA World Cup as a member of the U.S. women's national team.

2014: American Athletic Conference Player of the Year

In the 2013–2014 season, Breanna Stewart was named the American Athletic Conference Player of the Year and AP Player of the Year.

2016: WNBA Debut, Rookie of the Year, and ESPY Awards

In 2016, Breanna Stewart was drafted first overall by the Seattle Storm, made an immediate impact, won the WNBA Rookie of the Year Award, and won the 2016 ESPY Award for Best Female Athlete and Best Women's College Basketball Player.

2016: First Overall WNBA Draft Pick and Rookie of the Year

In 2016, Breanna Stewart was the first overall pick in the WNBA draft and was named the 2016 WNBA Rookie of the Year.

2016: Olympic Gold Medal

In 2016, Breanna Stewart won a gold medal as a member of the U.S. women's national team at the Olympics.

2016: Stewart Wins Olympic Gold Medal

In 2016, Breanna Stewart won the gold medal with Team USA at the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. She joined a select group of female basketball players who have won NCAA titles, WNBA Championships, and Olympic gold medals.

2017: Public Revelation of Sexual Abuse

In 2017, Breanna Stewart publicly revealed in an essay in The Players' Tribune that she had been a victim of sexual abuse from age 9 to 11, and reported it to her parents, leading to the perpetrator's arrest and conviction.

2017: WNBA All-Star Selection

In 2017, Breanna Stewart was named an All-Star.

2018: WNBA MVP and Championship

In 2018, Breanna Stewart was named the WNBA MVP and led the Storm to a championship.

2018: FIBA World Cup Gold Medal

In 2018, Breanna Stewart won a gold medal at the FIBA World Cup as a member of the U.S. women's national team.

July 2020: Return to Playing and Second Title

In July 2020, Breanna Stewart returned to playing after injury, rejoined her teammates, and won her second title with the Storm and was named the 2020 WNBA Finals MVP.

2020: Second Championship with the Storm

In 2020, Breanna Stewart led the Storm to their second championship.

2020: Olympic Gold Medal

In 2020, Breanna Stewart won a gold medal as a member of the U.S. women's national team at the Olympics.

2020: Stewart Wins Second Olympic Gold Medal

In 2020, at the Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Breanna Stewart won her second gold medal, averaging 15 points and 10 rebounds per game. She was named the Olympic Tournament's Most Valuable Player and to the FIBA's All-Star Five team.

2021: Named to The W25

During the WNBA's 25th season in 2021, Breanna Stewart was named to The W25 as one of the top 25 players in league history.

2021: WNBA All-Star Selection and The W25

In 2021, Breanna Stewart was named an All-Star and was named to The W25 as one of the top 25 players of the WNBA's first 25 years.

2022: WNBA All-Star Selection

In 2022, Breanna Stewart was named an All-Star.

2022: FIBA World Cup Gold Medal

In 2022, Breanna Stewart won a gold medal at the FIBA World Cup as a member of the U.S. women's national team.

May 21, 2023: Stewart Sets Franchise Record in Home Opener

On May 21, 2023, in her debut home opener against the Indiana Fever, Breanna Stewart scored 45 points, setting a new franchise record for most points scored in a single game by a player for the New York Liberty. She also set a franchise record with 15 field goals made and achieved a career high in scoring and three-pointers made.

2023: WNBA MVP

In 2023, Breanna Stewart was named WNBA MVP.

October 20, 2024: New York Liberty Wins First WNBA Championship

On October 20, 2024, the New York Liberty secured their first-ever WNBA Championship in franchise history, defeating the Minnesota Lynx in a 3-2 Finals series, marking a significant career milestone for Breanna Stewart and the team.

2024: Olympic Gold Medal

In 2024, Breanna Stewart won a gold medal as a member of the U.S. women's national team at the Olympics.