Wings continue to jell as Arike Ogunbowale, Jessica Shepard return to training camp

TL;DR

Arike Ogunbowale and Jessica Shepard have returned to the Dallas Wings' training camp, enhancing the team's preparation for the upcoming season. Ogunbowale is still recovering from an ankle injury and did not play in the preseason game against the Las Vegas Aces.

Key points

Arike Ogunbowale returns to Dallas Wings training camp.
Jessica Shepard has also reported back after overseas commitments.
Ogunbowale is recovering from an ankle injury and missed the preseason game.
Awak Kuier is expected to join the team soon.
Wings' regular season opener is on May 9 against the Indiana Fever.

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Mist BC wing Arike Ogunbowale (24) looks to pass during the second half of a semifinal in an Unrivaled 3-on-3 basketball game against Breeze BC, Monday, March 2, 2026, in New York. (Frank Franklin II/AP) All-Star guard Arike Ogunbowale has reported back to the Dallas Wings after missing much of training camp due to overseas competition, but fans will have to wait a bit longer before they see her take the court in 2026. Ogunbowale (right ankle) did not play in the Wings’ preseason game against the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday night at the Moody Center in Austin. But she’s back stateside, and that’s a win for the Wings’ coaching staff, which has spent the last two weeks working around other late arrivals. Forward Jessica Shepard, a key free agency pick-up, and guard Costanza Verona also missed time due to overseas commitments and have since reported to the team. Verona did not play Sunday night, but Shepard took the court for the first time in a Wings jersey. The Wings opened training camp April 19 and had 20 days to prepare for the season opener against the on May 9. coach Jose Fernandez said the staff shared everything that had been implemented at camp with the players who were away. But Dallas is still missing Awak Kuier, the 6-6 center picked second overall by the Wings in the 2021 WNBA draft. Kuier, who hails from Finland, sat out league play after the 2023 season. The Wings expect her to be a key contributor in 2026. Kuier has been in Finland over the last two weeks, awaiting her appointment with the consulate. Fernandez said ahead of Sunday’s contest that Kuier should arrive in Texas in time for Tuesday's practice at College Park Center in Arlington. “Tuesday’s practice, we’ll really start our preparation for our regular season,” Fernandez said

Q&A

When will Arike Ogunbowale return to play for the Dallas Wings?

Arike Ogunbowale has reported back to training camp but is still recovering from an ankle injury, and her exact return date is not yet confirmed.

What impact will Jessica Shepard have on the Dallas Wings this season?

Jessica Shepard, a key free agency signing, has joined the team and is expected to contribute significantly as the Wings prepare for the season opener.

What is the status of Awak Kuier with the Dallas Wings?

Awak Kuier is currently in Finland awaiting a consulate appointment but is expected to join the team in Texas in time for practice ahead of the regular season.

Wings continue to jell as Arike Ogunbowale, Jessica Shepard return to training camp

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