WNBA star Wilson earns AP Female Athlete of Year
ESPN • 12/10/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces has been named The Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year after winning her fourth MVP award and leading her team to a third championship in four seasons. This marks the first time Wilson has received this honor, according to ESPN.
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Related Story Timeline
- 2025-10-09WNBA finals Game 3: A’ja Wilson’s last-gasp winner lifts Aces to brink of title (The Guardian)
- 2025-12-10WNBA star Wilson earns AP Female Athlete of Year (current)
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