This success for Fam, born in 2006, comes at a time of great relevance for Spanish basketball, as it adds to the selections of Iyana Martín (7th) and Marta Suárez (16th) in the same draft. Furthermore, it occurs shortly after Aday Mara became the first Spaniard to win the university basketball league in the United States.
The Valencian player will be part of the Seattle Storm, one of the most successful franchises in the WNBA, with four championships to their name. Her selection highlights the quality of a new generation of athletes who are breaking barriers and exceeding expectations.
“"Being here, in the WNBA, is a dream I've had since I was 12. To be able to do it representing my country is something beautiful."
According to her coaches, Awa Fam stood out early for her physical abilities. Her personal story, with her parents emigrating from Senegal to Santa Pola, adds extra value to her career. The importance of her family has been key to her development, serving as a springboard for her career, which already includes chapters with the national team, Valencia Basket, and Gernika.
This generation's mindset is characterized by faith in the process and enjoying the journey, understanding that mistakes are part of learning. This approach allows them to manage pressure and emotions more quickly, preparing them for the challenges of high-level competition. An example of this community support is the collection made by the Senegalese community in Santa Pola to buy her first training shoes for Valencia Basket, as recounted by the director of the club's women's academy.
