MUNICH (Germany) - Votes are still pouring in across all six categories of the EuroLeague Women Awards and they will soon determine the winners, including which player is crowned the the Most Valuable Player of the campaign. There have been so many stellar displays from from the competition's leading lights during the 2024-25 season and there are 10 players fighting it out for the prestigious honor.
They are looking to add their name to the impressive list of former award winners, including both Alina Iagupova and Emma Meesseman bidding to win an incredible third MVP award of their respective careers.
2020: Alina Iagupova (Fenerbahce Opet) 2021: Alina Iagupova (Fenerbahce Opet) 2022: Kahleah Copper (Perfumerias Avenida) 2023: Emma Meesseman (Fenerbahce Opet) 2024: Emma Meesseman (Fenerbahce Opet) Here's everything you need to know about this year's contenders before you cast your vote.
Kitija Laksa (Beretta Famila Schio)
Guard
Birth Date: May 21, 1996 (29 years old) Height: 1.86 (6ft 1in)
Stats: 11.9 EFF / 15.9 PPG / 2.3 RPG Enjoying a great run to the Quarter-Finals and almost toppling holders Fenerbahce in the Semi-Final Play-Ins, much of the best work from Schio has come from the hot-hand of Laksa. She's provided her trademark scoring prowess from the wings.
Janelle Salaun (Beretta Famila Schio)
Forward
Birth Date: September 5, 2001 (23 years old) Height: 1.88 (6ft 2in)
Stats: 15.0 EFF / 14.4 PPG / 5.9 RPG / 2.4 APG The French forward caught fire for Schio early in the season and was unstoppable. Continuing that momentum across the whole season, Salaun has been one of the main reasons for Schio's success and catapulting them to the Final Six in Zaragoza.
Yvonne Anderson (CIMSA CBK Mersin)
Guard
Birth Date: March 8, 1990 (35 years old) Height: 1.75 (5ft 9in)
Stats: 14.4 EFF / 11.5 PPG / 5.2 APG / 3.0 RPG The veteran guard has used all of her know-how and experience to take CIMSA CBK Mersin to the Quarter-Finals. Anderson posted an eye-catching campaign in the Regular Season of the competition, and as usual, is producing at both ends of the floor.
Iliana Rupert (CIMSA CBK Mersin)
Center
Birth Date: July 12, 2001 (23 years old) Height: 1.94 (6ft 4in)
Stats: 21.6 EFF / 16.5 PPG / 8.0 RPG / 2.7 APG The French center has been superb all season long in what has been her best EuroLeague Women season to date. Rupert has been a pillar of strength for Mersin inside, recording a number of excellent displays and establishing herself as a leader for the Turkish side.
Emma Meesseman (Fenerbahce Opet)
Forward
Birth Date: May 13, 1993 (31 years old) Height: 1.93 (6ft 4in)
Stats: 24.1 EFF / 18.1 PPG / 6.5 RPG / 4.5 APG Searching for an unprecedented third consecutive MVP honor, Meesseman has every chance of accomplishing this amazing feat having posted another super season. Her performance efficiency valuation alone highlights this clearly - as does Fenerbahce having not yet lost.
Gabby Williams (Fenerbahce Opet)
Forward
Birth Date: September 9, 1996 (28 years old) Height: 1.80 (5ft 11in)
Stats: 19.8 EFF / 14.1 PPG / 5.6 RPG / 3.8 APG / 2.8 SPG Yet to taste defeat, reigning champions Fenerbahce have benefited from the stellar play of Williams. She has grown stronger with every game. Her defensive skills are so important, while her 14.1 points per game reflects a growing influence offensively.
Amy Okonkwo (Tango Bourges Basket)
Forward
Birth Date: August 26, 1996 (28 years old) Height: 1.88 (6ft 12in)
Stats: 17.0 EFF / 15.4 PPG / 5.3 RPG The Nigerian national team standout has been incredible for Bourges, with the French club building their run to the Quarter-Finals around her headline-making performances. The scoring ability and strength on the glass of Okonkwo has been central to her team's success.
Alina Iagupova (Valencia Basket Club)
Guard / Forward
Birth Date: February 9, 1992 (33 years old) Height: 1.86 (6ft 1in)
Stats: 11.8 EFF / 11.9 PPG / 3.9 APG / 3.4 RPG / 2.1 SPG The two-time winner of this distinguished award is in the running for a third after being one of the leading performers for Valencia in a historic season. Making the Semi-Finals for the first-time, Iagupova has brought the noise both offensively and defensively.
Valeriane Ayayi (ZVVZ USK Praha)
Small Forward
Birth Date: April 29, 1994 (30 years old) Height: 1.84 (6ft 0in) Stats: 16.8 EFF / 13.3 PPG / 7.3 RPG / 3.5 APG / 2.2 SPG The French star has produced one of her most consistent and impressive seasons ever in the competition. Her do-it-all approach has been a big part of the fuel that has powered Praha to the Quarter-Finals. Ayayi has stepped up so many times in vital games.
Brionna Jones (ZVVZ USK Praha)
Center
Birth Date: December 18, 1995 (29 years old) Height: 1.90 (6ft 3in) Stats: 21.7 EFF / 17.6 PPG / 9.5 RPG It's been another hugely impactful campaign for Jones who has produced a number of towering performances in the paint for Praha. Her near season double-double reflects the scale of her influence, so often proving to be a tough defensive assignment for opponents.
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