History of Brittney Sykes in Timeline

Brittney Sykes is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Washington Mystics in the WNBA and Rose BC. She was drafted seventh overall in the 2017 WNBA draft, highlighting her talent and potential in the league.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

February 7, 1994: Brittney Sykes Born

On February 7, 1994, Brittney Sykes, an American professional basketball player, was born.

Others born on this day/year

2011: Essex County Championship

In 2011–12, Brittney Sykes' abilities led University High School to the Essex County Championship.

2012: Participated in USA U18 National Team trials

Brittney Sykes participated in the 2012 USA U18 National Team trials before the start of her professional career.

2012: High School Achievements

In 2012, Brittney Sykes was a 4-star recruit and had many high school achievements, including being a United States U18 national team member and a McDonald's All-American.

2013: Participated in USA U19 National Team trials

Brittney Sykes participated in the 2013 USA U19 National Team trials before the start of her professional career.

2013: College Basketball Seasons

Brittney Sykes played college basketball during the 2013-2014 and 2014-2015 seasons at Syracuse University.

March 22, 2014: First ACL Tear

On March 22, 2014, during the NCAA Tournament in Lexington, KY, Brittney Sykes tore her ACL for the first time.

January 4, 2015: Second ACL Tear

On January 4, 2015, approximately 43 minutes into her season, Brittney Sykes tore her ACL again in her third game back against Notre Dame.

2015: Return to Play

In the 2014-2015 season, after 10 months of recovery, Brittney Sykes returned to play.

2017: Plays in Israeli League

In 2017, Brittney Sykes played for Hapoel Petah Tikva in the Israeli Female Basketball Premier League.

2017: Drafted into WNBA

In 2017, Brittney Sykes was drafted into the WNBA with the seventh overall pick.

2017: Successful Rookie Year

In 2017, after being drafted to the Atlanta Dream, Brittney Sykes had a very successful rookie year, being named rookie of the month for both July and August and being named to the WNBA all rookie team.