Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Natasha Cloud

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

Natasha "Tash" Cloud is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the New York Liberty in the WNBA. Known as a guard in the Women's National Basketball Association, she has made significant contributions to the sport.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2009: Michael Menichini Award

In 2009, Natasha Cloud received the Michael Menichini Award. During that season, she averaged 12.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, 5.2 assists, and 4.0 steals per game and was named AAAA First Team All-State as a senior.

2010: Transfer Announcement

Following the 2010-2011 basketball season, Natasha Cloud announced that she would transfer to Saint Joseph's University.

2010: Freshman Year

In 2010, Natasha Cloud played in 31 of 32 games of her freshman year, starting six times.

2011: Sitting out Season

Due to NCAA transfer rules, Natasha Cloud sat out the 2011–2012 season.

2011: Freshman Year Accomplishments

During the 2011 season, Natasha Cloud led her team in assists twice and in blocks three times. She was also named a Scholar Athlete.

2011: Transfer to Saint Joseph's University

Following the 2010-2011 basketball season, Natasha Cloud transferred to Saint Joseph's University.

2013: Team Co-Captain

In 2013, Natasha Cloud served as co-captain of her team.

2014: Statistics and NCAA Tournament Performance

During the 2014 season, Natasha Cloud averaged 11.5 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 7.6 assists per game and during the 2014 NCAA tournament, she scored 13 points, seven rebounds, four assists, two blocked shots, and two steals in a first round win over Georgia.

2014: Awards and Recognition

In 2014, Natasha Cloud earned Atlantic 10 (A10) Defensive Player of the Year, was named to the A10 All-Conference Second Team, and was named to the Nancy Lieberman Award Watch List.

2014: Team Co-Captain for Second Year

In 2014, Natasha Cloud served as the co-captain of her team for the second straight year.

2015: Playing for Beşiktaş

During the 2015–2016 season, Natasha Cloud played for Beşiktaş in Istanbul, Turkey.

2015: Atlantic 10 All-Conference First Team Selection

In 2015, Natasha Cloud was named Atlantic 10 All-Conference First Team and was an All-Defensive Team selection. She was also a finalist for the Nancy Lieberman Award and Naismith Trophy Watch List nominee.

2015: WNBA Draft and Rookie Season

In 2015, Natasha Cloud was selected in the second round and 15th overall by the Washington Mystics in the WNBA draft. During her rookie season, she averaged 3.6 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game.

2016: Playing for Beşiktaş

During the 2015–2016 season, Natasha Cloud played for Beşiktaş in Istanbul, Turkey.

October 10, 2019: First WNBA Championship

On October 10, 2019, Natasha Cloud won her first WNBA championship.

June 2020: Forgoing the 2020 WNBA Season

In June 2020, Natasha Cloud announced that she would forgo the 2020 WNBA season due to concerns regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and a desire to focus on social justice advocacy.

2021: FIBA Women's Asia Cup

In 2021, Natasha Cloud represented Jordan at the FIBA Women's Asia Cup in Amman, Jordan. She helped her team to reach the promotion playoff final.

2022: Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball

From 2022 to 2024, Natasha Cloud played for Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball and was a member of the Player Executive Committee from 2022 to 2023.

2023: Player Executive Committee

From 2022 to 2024, Natasha Cloud played for Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball and was a member of the Player Executive Committee from 2022 to 2023 and was named to the league's 2023 All Defense Team.

February 2024: Joining WNBA Changemakers Collective

In February 2024, Natasha Cloud joined the WNBA Changemakers Collective and their collaboration with VOICEINSPORT (VIS) as a mentor.

August 27, 2024: Appearance in Unrivaled

On August 27, 2024, it was announced that Natasha Cloud would appear and play in the inaugural season of Unrivaled, the women's 3-on-3 basketball league founded by Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart.