Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Courtney Williams

Discover the career path of Courtney Williams, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Courtney Williams is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA. She previously excelled at Charlton County High School and signed with the University of South Florida, enrolling in 2012.

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2012: Enrolled at the University of South Florida

In 2012, Courtney Williams signed with the University of South Florida and enrolled in the fall, beginning her college basketball career.

July 2015: World University Games

In July 2015, Courtney Williams played for the US at the World University Games in Gwangju, South Korea, and won the gold medal against Canada, contributing a double double with 15 points and 10 rebounds.

June 26, 2016: Traded to the Connecticut Sun

On June 26, 2016, after playing a few games for the Phoenix Mercury, Courtney Williams was traded to the Connecticut Sun.

August 10, 2017: Signed with the Perth Lynx

On August 10, 2017, Courtney Williams signed with the Perth Lynx for the 2017-18 WNBL season.

November 2017: WNBA Team and Player of the Week

In November 2017, Courtney Williams was named to the WNBL Team of the Week and subsequently named WNBL Player of the Week after impressive performances including a 37-point, 15-rebound, 13-assist game.

2017: Selected for USA Women's Basketball National Team Pool

In 2017, Courtney Williams was selected for the 2017–2020 USA Women's Basketball National Team pool.

2019: WNBA Finals and Player of the Week Honor

During the 2019 season, Courtney Williams helped the Connecticut Sun reach the WNBA Finals, but they lost to the Washington Mystics. Williams also received the Player of the Week award.

2019: Inducted into USF Athletic Hall of Fame

In 2019, Courtney Williams was inducted into the University of South Florida Athletic Hall of Fame, and her number 10 jersey was retired by the team.

February 19, 2020: Traded to the Atlanta Dream

On February 19, 2020, Courtney Williams was traded to the Atlanta Dream as part of a three-team trade.

2020: Part of USA Women's Basketball National Team Pool

Courtney Williams was part of the USA Women's Basketball National Team pool in 2020.

October 2021: Contract Release After Fight Video

In October 2021, Courtney Williams and teammate Crystal Bradford were released from their contracts with the Atlanta Dream after a video surfaced showing their involvement in a fight.

2021: First All-Star Appearance

In 2021, Courtney Williams earned her first All-Star appearance while playing for the Atlanta Dream.

2022: Participated in National Team Training Camp

In 2022, Courtney Williams participated in the National Team training camp.

2022: Played for Athletes Unlimited

In 2022, Courtney Williams played for Athletes Unlimited.

2022: Re-signed by the Connecticut Sun

In 2022, Courtney Williams was re-signed by the Connecticut Sun for the WNBA season.

February 4, 2023: Signed with the Chicago Sky

On February 4, 2023, the Chicago Sky announced the signing of Courtney Williams. She switched to playing point guard and finished the season fourth in the league in assists per game.

January 31, 2024: Signed with the Minnesota Lynx

On January 31, 2024, Courtney Williams signed a two-year guaranteed deal with the Minnesota Lynx, seeking stability in her career.

June 14, 2024: Record Setting Game Against the Sparks

On June 14, 2024, in a Lynx home game against the Sparks, Courtney Williams became only the 4th WNBA player to achieve 15+ points, 10+ assists, 8+ rebounds, and 4+ steals in a single game.

October 4, 2024: Lynx Semifinals Win Over the Connecticut Sun

After the October 4, 2024, semifinals Lynx win over the Connecticut Sun, coach Cheryl Reeve credited Courtney Williams' toughness, swag, and belief for improving the team's performance.

October 8, 2024: Lynx Semifinals Win Against the Connecticut Sun

On October 8, 2024, in game 5 of the semifinals, the Lynx won against the Connecticut Sun, and Courtney Williams scored 24 points, had seven assists, five rebounds, and two steals. This was her highest scoring playoff game since 2019.

October 9, 2024: Announcement to play in Unrivaled League

On October 9, 2024, it was announced that Courtney Williams would play in the inaugural 2025 season for the Unrivaled league, selected for Lunar Owls.

October 10, 2024: Game 1 Finals Against the New York Liberty

On October 10, 2024, in Game 1 of the finals against the New York Liberty, Courtney Williams became the second in Lynx franchise history to have 20+ points, 5+ rebounds, and 5+ assists in consecutive playoff games, playing a key role in their comeback win.