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. Cloud is known for her skills on the court and her activism off the court.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2009: Michael Menichini Award

In 2009, Natasha Cloud earned the Michael Menichini Award, achieving averages of 12.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, 5.2 assists, and 4.0 steals per game during her senior season and was named AAAA First Team All-State.

2010: Transfer Announcement

Following the 2010 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 during her freshman year, starting six times.

2011: Transfer Rules

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

2013: Team Co-Captain

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

2014: NCAA Tournament Performance

During the 2014 NCAA tournament, Natasha Cloud contributed 13 points, seven rebounds, four assists, two blocked shots, and two steals in a first round win over Georgia. In the second round, she posted 10 points, six assists, one block, and one steal against Connecticut.

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 on the Nancy Lieberman Award Watch List.

2014: Team Co-Captain

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

2015: Plays in Istanbul, Turkey

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

2015: Awards and Nominations

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

2015: WNBA Draft and Rookie Season

In 2015, Natasha Cloud was selected in the second round (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: Plays in Istanbul, Turkey

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

October 10, 2019: First WNBA Championship

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

June 2020: Forgoing 2020 WNBA Season

In June 2020, Natasha Cloud announced she would forgo the 2020 WNBA season due to concerns regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and 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, helping her team 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: All Defense Team Selection

From 2022 to 2024, Natasha Cloud played for Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball and was named to the league's 2023 All Defense Team.

February 2024: Joins WNBA Changemakers Collective

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

August 27, 2024: Inaugural Season of Unrivaled

On August 27, 2024, Natasha Cloud was announced as a player in the inaugural season of Unrivaled, the women's 3-on-3 basketball league founded by Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart. She played 18 games with Phantom BC, averaging 9.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 4.7 assists.