MUNICH (Germany) - The race to make the FIBA Women's EuroBasket 2025 is over and it's time to check out the standout players for each participating nation. There were some stellar individual performances across the board throughout the campaign, with best European players lighting it up for their countries across the three windows and writing more basketball history.
But who was the ultimate MVP?
Our panel of experts has handpicked a player from each of the participating countries and it's now it’s your turn to shine – vote in the poll below and help us crown the fan favorite!
Austria - Sarah Sagerer
Statistics: 15.3 PPG; 1.3 APG; 9.8 EFF It might have been a challenging campaign for Austria, but Sagerer stood out with her performances for the underdogs. Her 20-point haul against Netherlands was the best by any Austrian player in the Qualifiers and showed why she was the main offensive threat.
Azerbaijan - Alexandra Mollenhauer
Statistics: 15.2 PPG; 6.3 RPG; 1.3 APG; 7.0 EFF While Azerbaijan struggled to compete across the Qualifiers and stay competitive in many games, their cause was helped by the impressive presence of Mollenhauer. She did a terrific job for her team as a consistent force, still battling away and producing whenever things got tough.
Belgium - Emma Meesseman
Statistics: 19.5 PPG; 7.7 RPG; 4.5 APG; 2.0 SPG; 27.3 EFF A class act in every way, Meesseman showed why she was 2023 MVP and you would not back against her delivering again in 2025. After a false start and shock loss to Poland, the Cats recovered with their star forward driving that turnaround - even if it involved a last day squeeze past Lithuania.
Bosnia and Herzegovina - Melisa Brcaninovic
Statistics: 13.0 PPG; 10.5 RPG; 2.5 APG; 16.0 EFF It was a disastrous campaign for Bosnia and Herzegovina overall, but at least when available to play, Brcaninovic stood up and got somewhere near her individual ability and level. She amassed a double-double and was the one silver lining of a large cloud.
Bulgaria - Khaalia Hillsman
Statistics: 23.8 PPG; 11.0 RPG; 27.3 EFF; If Bulgaria continue to harness the services of Hillsman, their chances of future qualification will be massive. Her production and impact was huge. She was a quality addition that made such a difference from the first second she hit the court. Her two displays against Hungary were epic and the overall numbers phenomenal.
Croatia - Shavonte Zellous
Statistics: 17.0 PPG; 6.0 RPG; 3.5 APG; 17.5 EFF The combination of experience and talent that Zellous provides for Croatia is always significant and that was the case once again. Her offensive power in particular was the main source of fuel for her team - even if they just missed out on a ticket.
Czechia - Julia Reisingerova
Statistics: 16.7 EFF; 12.7 PPG; 7.3 RPG; 4.7 APG Czechia look like they have a different dimension when the towering and imposing Reisingerova is on court. Her sheer size and quality gives them a focal point and an important anchor on both ends of the floor. Even if the center didn't play every game, she was impressive.
Denmark - Maria Jespersen
Statistics: 15.7 PPG; 7.3 RPG, 3.5 APG; 12.7 EFF
The consistency and quality of Jespersen continues to be a standout feature for Denmark. Even if they might have craved more wins, their experienced star could barely have done more to inspire them and she is already a bonafide legend for her country.
Estonia - Kadri-Ann Lass
Statistics: 10.9 PPG; 5.5 RPG; 2,8 APG; 14.5 EFF A stellar 24-point performance against Sweden last November was the best by any Estonian player in the Qualifiers and underlined why Lass takes MVP for her nation. She was the baller that averaged double digits and was also very active on defense too.
Finland - Awak Kuier
Statistics: 20.5 PPG; 8.3 RPG; 3.2 BPG; 2.2 SPG; 2.0 APG; 22.8 EFF Finland struggled to fire in the Qualifiers like they would have foreseen, but there were still plenty of impressive shows from their marquee star. Again leading the competition in blocks with a spectacular 3.2 per game, Kuier did it all offensively too - pouring in more than 20 points per outing.
France - Janelle Salaun
Statistics: 14.5 PPG; 4.0 APG; 1.8 SPG; 15.8 EFF While other French stars have dipped in and out of the Qualifiers, Salaun has shown her class in every window. She is cementing herself as a key player on a brilliant team. Her mobility, smarts, scoring touch and all-around game is still on an upward curve.
Germany - Marie Guelich
Statistics: 10.5 PPG; 7.7 RPG; 13.8 EFF A pillar of strength for Germany inside the paint, the contributions of Guelich have sometimes been overlooked while others have shined. There's no denying she's performed really well across the Qualifiers and is one of the team's most important ballers.
Great Britain - Temi Fagbenle
Statistics: 16.4 PPG; 8.2 RPG; 2.4 APG; 23.0 EFF Great Britain leaned heavily on Fagbenle as their captain and leader and she responded in a big way with some stellar contributions. Leading the team in efficiency, scoring and rebounding, she also shot the ball brilliantly, sinking close to 60 percent from the floor.
Greece - Artemis Spanou
Statistics: 15.8 PPG; 9.0 RPG; 2.8 APG; 16.7 EFF The Greek warrior was a constant thorn in the side of every opponent throughout the Qualifiers. Spanou played the leading role, stepping up when others were missing and delivering her trademark relentless approach - something that once again, harvested nice numbers.
Hungary - Dorka Juhasz
Statistics: 14.6 EFF; 11.6 PPG; 8.8 RPG The EuroLeague Women MVP for January, Juhaz was in form and showed it against Finland in the last window. Her value was also highlighted when ruled out against Bulgaria and her team subsequently lost and missed out on Final Round. Her physical presence and skills are a potent mix.
Iceland - Danielle Rodriguez
Statistics: 21.5 EFF; 21.3 PPG; 6.5 RPG; 5.0 APG The guard debuted in the second window and from the very first second she stepped out, she made a significant impact. Finishing in the top five in the competition for scoring, her 21.3 points per game speak volumes, but she also did a great job creating and on the glass too.
Ireland - Claire Melia
Statistics: 17.0 PPG; 6.0 RPG; 3.0 APG; 14.0 EFF A colossus whenever she is on the court for her country, Melia was outstanding in the last group game against Latvia when they almost pulled off a massive shock. Her double-double catapulted her into the top performers list and typified what she can offer her country when available.
Israel - Daniel Raber
Statistics: 12.5 PPG; 8.5 RPG; 2.3 SPG; 16.0 EFF The forward did a great job for Israel, finishing in the top three across the key categories of efficiency, scoring and rebounding. Almost claiming a tournament double-double, Raber shot the ball nicely and used her strength on the boards at both ends.
Italy - Lorela Cubaj
Statistics: 12.3 PPG; 8.3 RPG; 3.5 APG; 20.0 EFF
The Qualifiers witnessed Cubaj rise up to even great prominence for the co-hosts who will look to the center to continue in this high gear for the main event. The level of efficiency that the frontcourt star produced showed there was a lot to seriously love about her displays.
Latvia - Anete Steinberga
Statistics: 18.5 PPG; 11.0 RPG; 2.5 APG; 2.2 SPG; 20.2 EFF The scoring and rebounding power of Steinberga was always going to be the foundation on which Latvia's challenge was built. While her team didn't quite make it, she did everything possible to bring the noise and signed off on a high with the best performance efficiency valuation of Gameday 6.
Lithuania - Laura Juskaite
Statistics: 12.8 PPG; 6.0 RPG; 2.2 SPG; 16.0 EFF You have to love the way Juskaite has spearheaded this famous campaign for Lithuania to get them back to the top table for the first time in a decade. Her energy set the tone for the team and combined with a do-it-all approach, her numbers and influence speaks for itself.
Luxembourg - Amanda Cahill
Statistics: 19.8 PPG; 8.3 RPG; 4.8 APG; 24.3 EFF While Luxembourg couldn't get themselves over the line to make history, Cahill did what she could to lead them to a shock first Final Round. Erupting with a majestic 32 point debut in the second window, she didn't just look to score for her team, but also worked hard on the glass too.
Montenegro - Bojana Kovacevic
Statistics: 10.8 PPG; 8.3 RPG; 13.0 EFF It was a roller-coaster for Montenegro who continued their appearance streak at the FIBA Women's EuroBasket. While the numbers of Kovacevic are not eye-bulging, she was the rock they built their challenge around because of her consistency in the paint right throughout the campaign.
Netherlands - Emese Hof
Statistics: 14.5 PPG; 12.5 RPG; 2.5 APG; 21.0 EFF Netherlands promised plenty at times, but ultimately ended in a disappointing note. However, Hof was excellent at key times and by far the best baller wearing the orange jersey. She oozed EuroLeague Women quality and remains the biggest star of the team.
North Macedonia - Andjelika Mitrashinovikj
Statistics: 20.5 PPG; 5.5 RPG; 4.8 APG; 15.0 EFF Hats off to Mitrashinovikj for still managing to shine in a difficult and winless campaign for North Macedonia. She was constantly one of the main threats and managed to show once again that she has got game - scoring 33 points on the last day and making the Top Performers list.
Poland - Stephanie Mavunga
Statistics: 18.4 PPG; 8.0 RPG; 18.6 EFF Poland fell short and it was agonizing since they beat Belgium and pushed Lithuania hard in both meetings but were only just squeezed out. Mavunga was central to their still impressive efforts and always the go-to baller on the team because of her skills and power.
Portugal - Marcia da Costa
Statistics: 11.3 PPG; 4.2 RPG; 2.5 SPG; 2.0 APG; 10.3 EFF The veteran guard saved her best until last and was the baller that headlined a great team effort as Portugal wrote a historical chapter with a first ever appearance by beating Serbia. She used all her experience to great effect on defense and her ability to hit tough shots on the other end was precious too.
Romania - Ana Virjoghe
Statistics: 10.8 PPG; 8.3 RPG; 15.5 EFF It was another tough campaign for Romania, but they always looked better when their powerful center was suited up and on the court. Virjoghe was very impressive at times and stood out in a big way, with her display in the first meeting against Slovakia sensational.
Serbia - Yvonne Anderson
Statistics: 15.5 PPG; 5.3 APG; 3.7 RPG; 2.3 SPG; 18.8 EFF The classy veteran led by example as usual with some superb displays that allowed Serbia to ease to Final Round off the back of her great work. The know-how, the skills, the leadership and overall ability to pull the strings and run the show was tremendous.
Slovakia - Terezia Palenikova
Statistics: 16.5 PPG; 3.5 RPG; 2.5 APG; 15.3 EFF There was disappointment for Slovakia as they missed out on this summer's showpiece because of basket difference. Palenikova turned up the volume offensively and did what she could to make a difference as their top scorer. She was really missed when not available for the second window.
Slovenia - Jessica Shepard
Statistics: 21.3 PPG; 14.3 RPG; 3.3 APG; 30.0 EFF After Slovenia's stuttering start in the first window, Shepard super-charged her team by stepping in to produce a breathtaking debut in the second. Racking up the highest performance efficiency valuation of any player across the Qualifiers, Shepard can be the centerpiece for her team this summer.
Spain - Awa Fam
Statistics: 9.0 PPG; 7.5 RPG; 2.3 APG; 16.0 EFF Spain experimented with so many different players across the Qualifiers and it was rising star Fam who most showed her potential at senior level. Last year's FIBA U20 Women's EuroBasket MVP has the physicality to compete, as well as an evolving skill-set that is hugely exciting.
Sweden - Klara Lundquist
Statistics: 22.2 PPG; 10.6 RPG; 4.6 APG; 3.0 SPG; 28.0 EFF; The guard could have a brilliant shot at being crowned MVP of the Qualifiers. She was the jewel in the crown of a brilliant unbeaten campaign by Sweden. Her scoring capacity looks limitless at times and she also does phenomenal work on the glass for her position.
Switzerland - Lin Schwarz
Statistics: 9.0 PPG; 9.8 RPG; 15.2 EFF The joy and impact of Switzerland making their first FIBA Women's EuroBasket in 69 years is huge and Schwarz played a central role in this. She almost tallied a briliant double-double across the Qualifiers and made tremendous shot selections that helped her sink almost 60 percent from two-point range.
Türkiye - Teaira McCowan
Statistics: 24.0 PPG; 10.0 RPG; 2.0 SPG; 29.0 EFF She may have only played a couple of games, but she stepped into the mix, got Türkiye their ticket and then will no doubt be back for the big show this summer. Unplayable on this form at times and racking up jaw-dropping numbers, she is head and shoulders above anyone else.
Ukraine - Alina Iagupova
Statistics: 12.8 PPG; 7.0 APG; 3.3 RPG; 13.5 EFF Neither Ukraine or Iagupova were anywhere near their best in this campaign, but their star baller still managed to impress most. Even if her numbers are not spectacular like in years gone by, she was the pick of the bunch in a campaign to largely forget.
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