Aliyah Boston And Sonia Citron Ruled Out Of Team USA FIBA World Cup Qualifiers Due To Injuries
Team USA replaced injured Aliyah Boston and Sonia Citron with Monique Billings and Rae Burrell for the final roster of FIBA World Cup qualifiers.
Sonia Citron is an American professional basketball player and one of the brightest young stars entering the WNBA. Known for her smooth scoring ability, versatility, and strong basketball IQ, Citron built her reputation as a dynamic guard-forward hybrid during her college career at Notre Dame. With her ability to create offense, defend multiple positions, and impact the game on both ends of the court, she has quickly emerged as a name to watch in women’s basketball.
Sonia Citron was born on October 22, 2003, in White Plains, New York. Growing up in a sports-oriented family, she developed a love for basketball early and stood out in high school as one of the top recruits in the country. She starred at The Ursuline School, where she earned national recognition, including being named the 2021 Gatorade New York Girls Basketball Player of the Year.
Citron joined the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in 2021, instantly making an impact as a freshman. She earned ACC Rookie of the Year (2022) honors after averaging double figures and becoming one of the team’s most reliable players. Over her college career, Citron showcased her scoring, rebounding, and defensive skills, consistently ranking among Notre Dame’s leaders in points and minutes played. Her ability to perform in clutch situations made her one of the most dependable players in the ACC.
Projected as a future WNBA star, Citron declared for the 2024 WNBA Draft, where she was selected in the first round. As she transitions to the professional stage, expectations are high for her to become an immediate contributor with her scoring versatility and defensive toughness.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sonia Rose Citron |
| Born | October 22, 2003 (Age: 21) |
| Hometown | White Plains, New York |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Position | Guard / Forward |
| College | Notre Dame (2021–2024) |
| WNBA Draft | 2024 – 1st Round Pick |
| Current Team | (To be updated after draft signing) |
| Jersey Number | TBD |
| Major Honors | ACC Rookie of the Year (2022), All-ACC Team, Gatorade New York Player of the Year (2021) |
| Social Media | @sonia_citron (Instagram) |

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