About
Biography
Whitney McDonald is a professional basketball athlete known for her exceptional skills as a shooting guard. Born on April 12, 1995, in St. Louis, Missouri, she discovered her passion for basketball at an early age, quickly rising through the ranks in youth leagues. McDonald attended a prestigious high school where she became a standout player, earning multiple All-American honors and attracting the attention of collegiate programs nationwide.
She played college basketball at the University of Tennessee, where she was a key contributor to the team's success, leading them to two NCAA tournament appearances and earning All-SEC selections in her junior and senior years. In her final season, McDonald averaged 20 points per game and set a school record for three-pointers made in a single season, solidifying her reputation as a prolific scorer. Following her successful college career, she declared for the WNBA Draft.
Whitney McDonald was selected in the first round of the 2017 WNBA Draft by the New York Liberty, where she continued to make an impact on the court. Over her professional career, she has been recognized for her outstanding shooting ability and defensive prowess, earning an All-Star selection in 2020. McDonald’s contributions to the sport, particularly her work as a mentor for young female athletes, have established her legacy as a role model within the basketball community.