Minnesota Lynx Sign WNBA Debutante Camryn Taylor On Seven-Day Contract Ahead Of New York Liberty Game
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Who is Camryn Taylor?
Camryn Taylor is a resilient and energetic forward who carved her way into pro basketball despite going undrafted. After excelling at Marquette and becoming a key starter and leader at Virginia, she transitioned to professional overseas play and earned her way onto the Minnesota Lynx through persistent training camp performances and short-term contracts.
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Detail |
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| Full Name | Camryn Nichole Taylor |
| Born | March 15, 2000 (Peoria, Illinois, USA) |
| Age | 25 (as of 2025) |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Weight | Approx. 190 lbs (86 kg) |
| Nationality | American |
| Position | Forward |
| Jersey Number | #20 (Minnesota Lynx) |
| College | Marquette University (2019–2021); University of Virginia (2021–2024) |
| WNBA Draft Status | Undrafted; signed training camp deals with the Minnesota Lynx |
| Professional Teams | Esperides Kallitheas (Greece, 2024–2025); Minnesota Lynx (2025–present) |
| Notable Achievements | Second Team All-ACC (2023), strong overseas stats, and recent WNBA contract |
| Years Active | College: 2019–2024; Professional: 2024–present |
Early Life and College Career
Born in Peoria, Illinois, Taylor starred at Richwoods High School, where she led the team to a state championship as a junior and earned First-Team All-State honors by IBCA and the AP. She began her college career at Marquette, then transferred to University of Virginia in 2021. At UVA, she became a standout—earning Second Team All-ACC honors in 2023 with averages around 13.9 points and 6.3 rebounds per game. In her final collegiate season, she averaged 14.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, with impressive shooting splits (including 51.7% from three-point range). She also showcased her talent in the Women’s College All-Star Game, recording 12 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 blocks.
Professional Career
After going undrafted in 2024, Camryn signed training camp contracts with the Minnesota Lynx—in both 2024 and early 2025—but was released following final roster cuts. In the 2024–2025 season, she played for Esperides Kallitheas in Greece, producing impressive numbers—19.6 points and 6.7 rebounds per game, including a standout 41-point performance against Panathinaikos. Her continued perseverance paid off: in August 2025, she first signed a series of seven-day contracts, culminating in a rest-of-season deal with the Lynx.
Career Achievements
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Second Team All-ACC at Virginia (2023)
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Women’s College All-Star Game standout (2024)
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Overseas success with Esperides Kallitheas—high scoring and rebounding in Greece
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Persistent success in earning multiple WNBA contracts and finally a rest-of-season deal with Minnesota Lynx in 2025
Off-Court Influence
Off the court, Camryn is academically focused—studying in the UVA School of Education—and creatively inclined, having learned multiple musical instruments in her youth. Her journey from Peoria to Europe to the WNBA is inspiring and illustrates her drive, versatility, and dedication.