Tension is building in Indianapolis as WNBA All‑Star 2025 revs into high gear. Friday’s lineup includes an electrifying Skills Challenge course and the return of some of the league’s most celebrated sharpshooters.
Expectations are sky-high for the Kia Skills Challenge: a fast‑paced obstacle course testing dribbling, passing and shooting. Reigning champ returns to defend a title won by conquering every skill set under pressure.
But that’s not all. The STARRY® 3‑Point Contest will feature a headline‑worthy field—mixing record‑holders, veterans and bold newcomers—all chasing Friday night spotlight before the main All‑Star Game.
2025 WNBA Kia Skills Challenge participants
The 2025 WNBA All-Star Skills Challenge is set to bring high-speed thrills and sharp execution to Indianapolis, with a roster of elite guards ready to take on the obstacle course under the Friday night lights. With the event growing in popularity, this year’s edition leans heavily into flair, finesse and the all-around versatility that defines today’s game.
Allisha Gray #15 of the Atlanta Dream competes in the Skills Challenge & 3-Point Contest ahead of the 2024 WNBA All-Star Game at Footprint Center on July 19, 2024. (Source: Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
Returning to defend her title is Allisha Gray of the Atlanta Dream, who clinched last year’s crown with a composed and precise performance. She’ll be joined by Natasha Cloud, whose court vision has made her a standout for the New York Liberty, as well as Seattle’s dynamic duo, Skylar Diggins and Erica Wheeler—both known for their quickness, handles and ability to thread passes in tight spaces.
Also in the mix is Minnesota Lynx’s Courtney Williams, who has earned her spot thanks to her energetic, do-it-all style of play. Together, they’ll race through a timed course featuring dribbling, bounce passes, outlet throws, mid-range jumpers and three-point shots, all in pursuit of a spot in the final showdown.
