{"id":901335,"date":"2026-10-31T18:32:28","date_gmt":"2026-10-31T18:32:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/901335\/"},"modified":"2026-10-31T18:32:28","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T18:32:28","slug":"wnba-star-azzi-fudd-teams-up-with-cash-app-to-revamp-dallas-basketball-court","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/901335\/","title":{"rendered":"WNBA Star Azzi Fudd Teams Up With Cash App To Revamp Dallas Basketball Court –"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tby Sidnee Michelle <\/a><\/p>\n

October 31, 2026<\/p>\n

The project is part of Fudd\u2019s ongoing partnership with Cash App, which has supported her efforts to expand youth basketball opportunities in North Texas.<\/p>\n

Dallas Wings star Azzi Fudd is investing in the next generation of female athletes <\/a>with the unveiling of a newly renovated basketball court in East Dallas, giving young girls a space to develop their skills and pursue their passion for the sport,<\/a> according to\u00a0The Dallas Morning News.<\/p>\n

The 23-year-old WNBA guard partnered with financial technology company Cash App and nonprofit Project Backboard to renovate the court at Casa Linda Park.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Fudd officially unveiled the court Oct. 29, joining local girls for a game of knockout following a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The redesigned space features floral artwork covering the playing surface and backboards, along with the message \u201cEvery princess needs a court,\u201d referencing her nickname, \u201cthe People\u2019s Princess.\u201d<\/p>\n

The project is part of Fudd\u2019s ongoing partnership with Cash App, which has supported her efforts to expand youth basketball opportunities in North Texas.<\/p>\n

Wings guard Azzi Fudd playing knockout with local girls on a newly unveiled court at Casa Linda Park in Dallas. https:\/\/t.co\/BB0l7TlaFD<\/p>\n

\u2014 Myah Taylor (@t_myah) October 29, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

In June, Fudd and Cash App collaborated with Dallas nonprofit Rae\u2019s Hope to host a youth basketball clinic. The initiative included a $35,000 donation supporting the organization\u2019s mission to empower girls through athletics, education, and life-skills development.<\/p>\n

\u201cCommunity means everything to me,\u201d Fudd told the outlet. \u201cHopefully, I\u2019m here to stay. So I want to give back.\u201d<\/p>\n

The former University of Connecticut standout was selected first overall in the 2026 WNBA draft, joining former college teammate Paige Bueckers in Dallas.<\/p>\n

Fudd earned All-Rookie Team recognition<\/a> after averaging 13.1 points, 1.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.7 steals per game during her debut season, according to the\u00a0WNBA.<\/p>\n

Her rookie campaign ended early because of a right knee injury that required arthroscopic surgery in August.<\/p>\n

Despite the injury, Fudd has remained active in community outreach and brand partnerships, including a recent Jordan Brand advertising campaign.<\/p>\n

The newly renovated court marks another step in her efforts to support youth athletics and give young girls opportunities to play basketball.<\/p>\n

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