D'Tigress: Rena Wakama releases 12 players for Afrobasket
Nigeria's D'Tigress head coach Rena Wakama has unveiled the final 12-player roster for the highly anticipated 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Championship.
The tournament is set to tip off on July 26 in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.
The four-time defending champions are expected to be favorites.
Nigeria’s intent to secure a fifth consecutive title and solidify their legacy as Africa’s basketball powerhouse.
Rena Wakama became the first female head coach of D’Tigress in 2023 and made history by leading the team to the AfroBasket title.
Wakama who is now an assistant coach with the Chicago Sky now aims to become the first woman to win two AfroBasket titles as a coach.
The finalized roster includes a mix of proven performers and exciting prospects.
The return of Victoria Macaulay, a fan favorite, has sparked enthusiasm, while Vera Ojenuwa, a college standout at Barton headline the list.
12 D'Tigress selected
Promise Amukamara
Ezinne Kalu
Elizabeth Balogun
Amy Okonkwo
Nicole Enabosi
Pallas Kunayi
Victoria Macaulay
Vera Ojenwa
Blessing Ejiofor
Ifunaya Okoro
Sarah Ogoke
Murjanatu Musa