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Kentucky signs Ajsa Sivka, Sky's first-round 2025 WNBA Draft pick
TL;DR
Kentucky has signed Ajsa Sivka, the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft by the Chicago Sky. Sivka chose to finish high school in Europe and play for Slovenia before joining the Wildcats.
Key points
- Kentucky signed Ajsa Sivka.
- Sivka was the No. 10 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft.
- She chose to finish high school in Europe.
- Sivka played for the Slovenian national team.
- Kentucky's coach praised her skills and fit for the team.
Ajsa SivkaKentucky WildcatsChicago Sky2025 WNBA Draft
May 6 (UPI) -- Kentucky signed Ajsa Sivka, whom the Chicago Sky selected as the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, the Wildcats announced Wednesday.
Sivka opted to forgo joining the Sky last season to remain in Europe to finish high school and play for the Slovenian national team in the 2025 FIBA Women's European Basketball Championship.
"I am delighted to welcome Ajsa to our program," Wildcats women's basketball coach Kenny Brooks said in a news release. "Her combination of size and skill will fit into our system seamlessly.
"Ajsa is a tremendous shooter, scorer and playmaker from the wing position and she will add experience to our team. Big Blue Nation, let's welcome Ajsa to our family!"
Brooks' Wildcats were 25-11 last season. They lost to the Texas Longhorns in the Sweet 16 of the 2026 NCAA Division I women's basketball tournament.
Sivka, a 6-foot-4 guard averaged 7.7 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.0 assist per game over three appearances at the EuroBasket Women's Championship.
The Sky selected guard Hailey Van Lith with the No. 11 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. They selected forward Maddy Westbeld and guard Aicha Coulibaly in the second round. They waived Van Lith, Westbeld and Coulibaly on Monday.
The Sky picked UCLA forward Gabriela Jaquez in the first round of the 2026 WNBA Draft. They picked up Ole Miss forward Latasha Lattimore in the second round and Kentucky guard Tonie Morgan in the third round.
The Sky, who tied the Dallas Wings for the worst record (10-34) in the WNBA last season, will play the Portland Fire in their regular-season opener at 9 p.m. EDT Saturday in Portland, Ore.
Q&A
Who is Ajsa Sivka and what is her significance to Kentucky?
Ajsa Sivka is a highly regarded basketball player who was selected as the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft by the Chicago Sky, and she has now signed with Kentucky to enhance their women's basketball program.
Why did Ajsa Sivka choose to sign with Kentucky instead of joining the Chicago Sky?
Ajsa Sivka opted to remain in Europe to complete her high school education and represent Slovenia in the 2025 FIBA Women's European Basketball Championship before joining Kentucky.
What impact is Ajsa Sivka expected to have on the Kentucky women's basketball team?
Ajsa Sivka is expected to bring her shooting, scoring, and playmaking skills to Kentucky, enhancing the team's performance and adding valuable experience.
