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Kamilla Cardoso is a Brazilian professional basketball player and one of the most promising young stars in the WNBA. Known for her size, rim protection, and rebounding dominance, she plays as a center for the Chicago Sky. Before joining the WNBA, Cardoso became a household name in college basketball, helping the South Carolina Gamecocks win the 2022 NCAA Championship and earning multiple awards along the way.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Kamilla Soares Cardoso |
| Born | April 30, 2001 (Age: 24) |
| Hometown | Montes Claros, Brazil |
| Height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Position | Center |
| College | Syracuse (2020–21), South Carolina (2021–24) |
| WNBA Draft | 2024 – 1st Round, 3rd Overall (Chicago Sky) |
| WNBA Team | Chicago Sky (2024–Present) |
| Career Highlights | NCAA Champion (2022), SEC Sixth Woman of the Year (2023), ACC Freshman of the Year (2021), FIBA AmeriCup Silver Medalist (2021) |
| Jersey Number | #10 |
Full Name: Kamilla Soares Cardoso
Born: April 30, 2001, in Montes Claros, Brazil.
Grew up in Brazil before moving to the United States at age 15 to pursue basketball opportunities.
Played high school basketball at Hamilton Heights Christian Academy (Chattanooga, Tennessee), where she became a 5-star recruit and one of the top-ranked players in the 2019 class.
Chose to play college basketball in the United States, making an immediate impact at both Syracuse and later South Carolina.
Syracuse University (2020–2021):
Averaged 13.6 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 2.7 blocks per game as a freshman.
Named ACC Freshman of the Year and Co-Defensive Player of the Year (2021).
University of South Carolina (2021–2024):
Played under coach Dawn Staley, becoming a key force in the frontcourt.
Helped South Carolina win the 2022 NCAA Championship.
Earned 2022–23 SEC Sixth Woman of the Year.
2024 Final Four – scored 22 points and grabbed 11 rebounds vs. NC State, leading South Carolina to the title game.
Ended her college career as one of the most impactful centers in women’s basketball.
Drafted: 2024 WNBA Draft, 1st Round, 3rd Overall by the Chicago Sky.
Chicago Sky (2024–Present):
Entered the league as one of the most anticipated rookies.
Brings elite shot-blocking, rebounding, and paint scoring to the Sky.
Seen as a future cornerstone for the franchise.
Represents Brazil Women’s National Basketball Team.
Competed in FIBA AmeriCup 2021, helping Brazil earn a silver medal.
Expected to be a key player for Brazil in future international tournaments, including the Olympics.
ESPN Analyst predicts that the Chicago Sky will keep hold of Angel Reese, Kamila Cardoso and Hailey Van Lith, along with Ariel Atkins and Ajsa Sivka.
Kamilla Cardoso joins Saudi-backed Project B amid WNBA CBA turmoil, highlighting rising player poaching concerns, looming lockout fears, and the …
Kamilla Cardoso is focused on her role with the team and also talked about the team's strong future, avoiding Angel Reese's topic altogether.
Kamilla Cardoso praised Angel Reese’s dominant rebounding after Chicago Sky’s shocking 91-85 win over defending champions New York Liberty.
The Chicago Sky looked eager to step up their game ahead of the season. Unfortunately, they suffered one of the biggest setbacks. With their star …
With Angel Reese and Ariel Atkins out of rotation against the Phoenix Mercury, the Chicago Sky’s hopes were that Kamilla Cardoso’s …
The Chicago Sky will be pushing for a playoff spot. With hopes of winning the championship, Sky’s season so far has been dismal. Till now, the team …
During the 2024 WNBA draft, many analysts and fans were surprised to see the Chicago Sky choose Kamilla Cardoso and Angele Reese as sixth and seventh …
Angel Reese is not letting numbers define her or her teammate Kamilla Cardoso. With All-Star voting underway, both Chicago Sky players are outside the …
