Paige Bueckers is adding another honor to her growing basketball résumé, but this one has little to do with what she does on the court.
The Dallas Wings guard has been named the recipient of the 2026 Dawn Staley Community Leadership Award, recognizing her work supporting young athletes and families in the communities she represents.
Since being selected No. 1 overall in the 2025 WNBA Draft, Bueckers has made community involvement a priority. Her efforts have included hosting free basketball camps for girls, helping renovate a basketball court in Minnesota and supporting programs focused on education and food insecurity.
She has carried that commitment to North Texas, participating in the Wings’ Unified Game with Special Olympics of North Texas, mentoring young athletes through the team’s Dream Team program and supporting local charitable initiatives.
The award, established in 2008, recognizes WNBA players who demonstrate leadership and a commitment to making a difference outside the game.
As part of the honor, the league will donate $10,000 to Good Sports, a nonprofit selected by Bueckers that provides athletic equipment and apparel to children in underserved communities.
For Bueckers, the recognition is a reflection of work that has continued well beyond the basketball season.
