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Dallas' Azzi Fudd first rookie to win 3-point shootout at WNBA All-Star weekend
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by DOUG FEINBERG, Associated Press , ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 25, 2026
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CHICAGO (AP) — Azzi Fudd had no idea she was the first rookie to win the WNBA All-Star 3-point contest. She put forth a stellar effort in the championship round to do it. Fudd, the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft by Dallas, scored 30 points in the finals to top Portland's Bridget Carleton. [...]
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Key takeaway 1 pick in the WNBA draft by Dallas, scored 30 points in the finals to top Portland's Bridget Carleton.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The achievement of Azzi Fudd, the Dallas rookie who won the WNBA All-Star 3-point contest, may seem distant to McAllen residents, but it brings attention to the growing interest in women's basketball in the Rio Grande Valley. As the region's own girls' and women's teams compete in local and regional tournaments, Fudd's success can inspire young athletes in Hidalgo County to strive for similar excellence. The Valley's own basketball programs, from youth leagues to high school teams, may draw motivation from Fudd's performance, potentially leading to increased participation and investment in local women's sports. With Dallas being a nearby major city, Fudd's win could also foster a sense of regional pride and encourage McAllen residents to follow the WNBA and its Texas-based teams more closely.
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Published: July 25, 2026 ·
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What is this story about? CHICAGO (AP) — Azzi Fudd had no idea she was the first rookie to win the WNBA All-Star 3-point contest. She put forth a stellar effort in the championship round to do it. Fudd, the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft by Dallas, scored 30 points in the finals to top Portland's Bridget Carleton. [...]
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