History of Cameron Brink in Timeline
Cameron Lee Brink is an American professional basketball player currently with the Los Angeles Sparks in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). Her basketball journey began in high school in Beaverton, Oregon, where she earned accolades like McDonald's All-American and a top-three ranking by ESPN. Brink continued her successful career playing college basketball for Stanford before joining the WNBA.
1992: Stanford Wins First National Championship Since 1992
In 1992, Stanford's women's basketball team achieved a significant victory, marking their first national championship win in a long time.
December 31, 2001: Birth of Cameron Brink
Cameron Lee Brink was born on December 31, 2001, in Princeton, New Jersey.
2012: Cameron Brink's Introduction to Basketball
Inspired by the 2012 Summer Olympics, Cameron Brink, initially interested in art and volleyball, began playing basketball after attending a camp held by her godfather, Dell Curry.
November 7, 2018: Cameron Brink Commits to Stanford University
On November 7, 2018, Cameron Brink committed to playing basketball at Stanford University, her dream school, citing her relationship with the coaches and its academic prowess.
2018: Cameron Brink Wins Gold at FIBA U17 World Cup
Cameron Brink represented the United States at the 2018 FIBA Under-17 World Cup in Belarus, contributing to the team's gold medal win.
2019: Cameron Brink Wins Gold at FIBA U19 World Cup
In 2019, Cameron Brink continued her success on the international stage, helping the United States win gold at the FIBA Under-19 World Cup in Thailand.
November 25, 2020: Cameron Brink's College Debut
Cameron Brink made her college debut on November 25, 2020, with an impressive performance of 17 points and 9 rebounds in a win against Cal Poly.
2020: Cameron Brink Ranked Top Player in Her Class
Cameron Brink was considered a five-star recruit and ranked as the number three player in the 2020 class by ESPN.
March 5, 2021: Cameron Brink's Standout Performance in Pac-12 Tournament Semifinals
On March 5, 2021, Cameron Brink achieved a season-high of 24 points, along with 11 rebounds and 5 blocks, leading Stanford to a victory against Oregon State in the Pac-12 Tournament semifinals.
March 10, 2021: Cameron Brink and Ben Felter Begin Dating
Cameron Brink and Ben Felter, both student athletes at Stanford University, began dating on March 10, 2021, after meeting at the university.
November 25, 2021: Cameron Brink's Dominant Performance Against Indiana
On November 25, 2021, Cameron Brink delivered an outstanding performance with 21 points, 22 rebounds, and 5 blocks, leading Stanford to a win against the fourth-ranked Indiana team.
January 30, 2022: Cameron Brink Leads Stanford to Victory Against Arizona
On January 30, 2022, Cameron Brink once again showcased her skills, contributing 25 points and 15 rebounds to secure a victory for Stanford against the eighth-ranked Arizona team.
September 2022: Cameron Brink Receives CalHOPE Courage Award
In September 2022, Cameron Brink received the CalHOPE Courage Award for her advocacy in destigmatizing mental health, sharing her personal struggles and the benefits of counseling.
January 29, 2023: Cameron Brink Achieves First Triple-Double
Cameron Brink achieved her first triple-double on January 29, 2023, with 16 points, 11 rebounds, and a career-high of 10 blocks, leading Stanford to a victory against Oregon.
November 19, 2023: Cameron Brink's Career-High Performance Against Duke
On November 19, 2023, Cameron Brink delivered a career-high performance of 29 points, alongside 11 rebounds and six blocks, in a thrilling overtime win against Duke.
2023: Cameron Brink Wins Gold and MVP at FIBA 3x3 World Cup
Cameron Brink was instrumental in leading the United States to victory at the 2023 FIBA 3x3 World Cup in Austria, earning the tournament's Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.
2023: Cameron Brink Secures Lucrative NIL Deals and Becomes First Female Basketball Player to Sign with New Balance
In 2023, Cameron Brink emerged as a top earner in women's college basketball through name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals. She partnered with Chegg to promote student mental health, a cause close to her heart due to her personal experiences with anxiety. A significant milestone occurred when she became the first female basketball player to sign an endorsement deal with New Balance. Brink also secured agreements with prominent brands such as Urban Outfitters and Netflix.
2023: Cameron Brink Leads USA to FIBA 3x3 World Cup Title
In 2023, Cameron Brink led the United States national 3x3 team to victory at the FIBA 3x3 World Cup in Austria, earning the tournament MVP title.
February 29, 2024: Cameron Brink's Record-Breaking Performance Against Oregon State
On February 29, 2024, Cameron Brink delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 25 points and grabbing a career-high 24 rebounds in a victory against Oregon State.
May 4, 2024: WNBA Debut of Cameron Brink
Cameron Brink made her professional WNBA debut on May 4, 2024, as a starter for the Los Angeles Sparks in their pre-season game against the Seattle Storm, securing a win. She scored 11 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 blocks.
2024: Cameron Brink Selected for US Olympic 3x3 Team
Cameron Brink was selected to represent the United States at the 2024 Summer Olympics as part of the national 3x3 basketball team.