History of Katie Lou Samuelson in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 3, 2025

Katie Lou Samuelson is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Seattle Storm in the WNBA. A standout college player for the UConn Huskies, she's also involved in coaching as the director of player development for the Vanderbilt Commodores women's basketball program. Her career highlights her dedication to basketball both on the court as a player and off the court in a developmental role.

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June 13, 1997: Katie Lou Samuelson Born

On June 13, 1997, Katie Lou Samuelson, an American professional basketball player for the Seattle Storm of the WNBA, was born. She also played college basketball for the UConn Huskies and serves as the director of player development for the Vanderbilt Commodores women's basketball program.

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February 14, 2020: Traded to the Dallas Wings

On February 14, 2020, Katie Lou Samuelson was traded to the Dallas Wings for Azura Stevens, making her and her sister Karlie teammates for the first time as professionals. However, Karlie was waived before the season began. The sisters still played together in Spain, with Samuelson signing with Karlie's team Perfumerías Avenida, where she helped them win the Spanish championship and finish second in the EuroLeague.

February 10, 2021: Traded to Seattle Storm

On February 10, 2021, Katie Lou Samuelson was traded to the Seattle Storm for the number one overall pick in the 2021 WNBA draft, who became Charli Collier. While with Seattle, Samuelson became a full-time starter for the first time in her career, having started 24 of the 27 games she played for them, while averaging career highs of 7 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game.

February 3, 2022: Traded to Los Angeles Sparks

On February 3, 2022, Katie Lou Samuelson and the 2022 WNBA draft ninth pick were traded to the Los Angeles Sparks in exchange for Gabby Williams. Samuelson was a teammate with Williams for three years at UConn, and both women were selected fourth overall by the Chicago Sky in consecutive years.

February 4, 2022: Engagement to Devin Cannady

On February 4, 2022, Katie Lou Samuelson became engaged to fellow basketball player Devin Cannady.

February 1, 2024: Signed with the Indiana Fever

After not playing the 2023 season due to her pregnancy, Katie Lou Samuelson signed with the Indiana Fever prior to the 2024 WNBA season on February 1, 2024.

February 2024: Joined WNBA Changemakers Collective

In February 2024, Katie Lou Samuelson joined the WNBA Changemakers Collective and their collaboration with VOICEINSPORT (VIS) as a mentor, "aimed at keeping girls in sport and developing diverse leaders on the court and beyond the game."

December 20, 2024: Signed with Phantom BC

On December 20, 2024, it was announced that Katie Lou Samuelson had signed with Phantom BC (filling their wildcard spot) for the inaugural 2025 season of Unrivaled, the women’s 3-on-3 basketball league founded by Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart.