Ajša Sivka chooses Kentucky WBB over Chicago Sky after WNBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 7:42 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Ajša Sivka, selected 10th overall by the Chicago Sky in the 2025 WNBA Draft, opted to join the Kentucky Wildcats for the 2026-27 season. The 6-foot-4 Slovenian guard decided against a professional career to improve her skills while representing her national team. A major factor in her decision was the opportunity for development under Kentucky coach Kenny Brooks, who has mentored several successful players. Sivka is expected to enhance her versatility by playing multiple positions alongside All-American center Clara Strack.
- •Sivka was drafted by the Chicago Sky in 2025.
- •She aims to develop her post game at Kentucky.
- •Kenny Brooks will coach Sivka as she transitions to U.S. basketball.
- •Strack's mentorship is highlighted as beneficial for Sivka.
- •Sivka plays multiple positions, enhancing team flexibility.
- 7:42 PMYahoo Sports — Ajša Sivka explains why she chose Kentucky WBB over WNBA's Chicago Sky
"Ajša Sivka, who was taken 10th overall by the Chicago Sky in the 2025 WNBA Draft, explains why she joined the Kentucky Wildcats instead of going pro.
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