Jackie Young eyes historic championship feat in World Cup final
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Last updated Sep 13, 2026
Jackie Young can become the first player to hold a high school state championship, NCAA title, three WNBA titles, and Olympic and World Cup gold medals if Team USA wins Sunday’s final in Berlin. The United States faces France at Berlin Arena, with tip-off scheduled for 2 p.m. ET. Team USA holds a 35-game winning streak in World Cup play, dating back to 2006. Young leads the roster with 11.2 points per game through five appearances in the tournament. France secured its spot in the final by defeating Germany 86-64, behind a 22-point effort from Gabby Williams. Spain and Germany are set to compete for the bronze medal earlier on Sunday.
- •Team USA plays France for the World Cup gold medal Sunday in Berlin.
- •Jackie Young enters the final averaging 11.2 points per game.
- •The United States has not lost a World Cup game since 2006.
- •France qualified for the championship game after an 86-64 win over Germany.
- 3:53 AMYahoo Sports — Jackie Young Can Make Basketball History With Team USA World Cup Gold
"Jackie Young can complete a unique championship résumé Sunday by adding a World Cup gold medal when Team USA faces France in Berlin.
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