ATLANTA – Perennial WNBA All-Star and two-time Olympic Gold Medalist Angel McCoughtry has signed a multi-year contract with the Atlanta Dream and has announced her intention to return to the Atlanta franchise for the 2018 season.
Video Message from Angel McCoughtry
“I am excited to return to the Atlanta Dream for the upcoming WNBA season,” said McCoughtry. “I look forward to reuniting with my Dream teammates and coaching staff to bring a championship to the city of Atlanta. We have a loyal and enthusiastic fan base who I can’t wait see when the WNBA season tips off.”
Playing year-round since being drafted No. 1 overall by the Dream in 2009 WNBA Draft, McCoughtry decided to sit out the 2017 season to rest her body. With her return, Atlanta will add the franchise’s all-time leading scorer and two-time All-WNBA First Team member.
“I’m elated to welcome Angel McCoughtry back to the Dream,” Head Coach Nicki Collen said. “As a former No. 1 overall pick, two-time Olympian and All-WNBA performer, she is so important to the Dream franchise. After time away from the WNBA, I believe she is reenergized and excited to be back in front of the Dream fans and her teammates and sees a bright future here in Atlanta.”
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