History of Bridget Carleton in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 21, 2026

Bridget Carleton is a Canadian professional basketball player currently playing for the Portland Fire in the WNBA and USK Praha in the Czech Women's Basketball League. She played college basketball at Iowa State University for the Cyclones. Carleton also represents Canada internationally as a member of the national team, showcasing her talent on both professional and international stages.

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May 22, 1997: Bridget Carleton born

On May 22, 1997, Bridget Elizabeth Carleton was born. She is now a Canadian professional basketball player.

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March 14, 2019: Carleton named second-team All-American by ESPN

On March 14, 2019, Bridget Carleton was named second-team All-American by ESPN.

August 5, 2020: Carleton scores 25 points in first WNBA start

On August 5, 2020, Bridget Carleton became the third WNBA player to score 25 or more points and have more than five rebounds in her first WNBA start, scoring 25 points with seven rebounds and three assists for the Minnesota Lynx against the New York Liberty.

May 13, 2023: Carleton plays in first WNBA game in Canada

On May 13, 2023, Bridget Carleton became the first Canadian to play in a WNBA game in Canada, during a preseason game between the Lynx and the Chicago Sky in Toronto.

January 17, 2024: Carleton records 41 points against KGHM BC Polkowice

On January 17, 2024, Bridget Carleton recorded 41 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 steals against KGHM BC Polkowice, marking the third-highest point total in EuroLeague since the 1996–97 season.

September 17, 2024: Carleton clinches win against Connecticut Sun

On September 17, 2024, Bridget Carleton clinched a win for the Lynx against the Connecticut Sun with a 3-point shot with about 3 seconds left in the game, securing the second place seed for the Lynx.