The 2024 WNBA Draft is just weeks away. And especially with March Madness here and with so many stars declaring their intention to turn pro, fans may be wondering: What are the rules to enter the WNBA Draft?
Some of the biggest stars in women’s college basketball are elevating their game to the next level by entering the 2024 WNBA Draft. Players like Caitlin Clark and Cameron Brink have decided to continue their careers with some of the best hoopers the world has to offer.
Fans are getting really excited, but maybe some aren’t sure about how exactly this works, who’s eligible and when the deadline is.
Opt-in requirements for the 2024 WNBA Draft ⬇
Who: All college athletes including seniors or players turning 22 years old in 2024
How: Email 2024Draft@wnba.com to renounce your remaining NCAA eligibility by April 1st, 2024
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Per the WNBA, here are the official requirements and steps for declaring for the draft:
- NCAA players who are seniors or will be turning 22 in 2024 are eligible to enter the WNBA Draft. To be eligible for selection, the player must renounce any remaining NCAA eligibility.
- The player must send an email to the WNBA renouncing eligibility by April 1, 2024, to be considered. If the player is playing in the Elite Eight or Final Four, they have up to 48 hours after their last game to submit their intention to renounce and declare. (These requirements do not apply to international players who have never played NCAA basketball.)
- Players are allowed to withdraw their name from consideration for the WNBA draft no later than five days prior to the event.
