Kamilla Cardoso shares her frustration after an injury that will cost her the WNBA opener
Kamilla Cardoso was touted as a potential WNBA star long before the Chicago Sky took her third overall in this year’s draft. The Brazil-born center was a top recruit coming out of high school and went on to win two NCAA championships with the South Carolina Gamecocks. Now, she’s expected to lead the Sky‘s rebuild alongside Angel Reese — her college adversary.
However, the start of Cardoso‘s pro career will be delayed due to a right shoulder injury that she suffered in Chicago‘s preseason opener against the Minnesota Lynx. It’s a tough setback for the 23-year-old Cardoso, who faces several weeks out of action for a Sky team embarking on a new chapter three years after winning their maiden championship.
Cardoso speaks about her tough injury break
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While she is injured, Cardoso has said she is going to continue watching and learning as she awaits clearance to return to the floor. She said teammates like Reese have been supportive and have helped her stay “connected,” even though her shoulder is keeping her away from the hardwood.
Cardoso has further cited her faith as a reason to keep believing in the process — and that when she returns, the 6’7” center will be able to dominate the inside, just as she did for three years at South Carolina.
