Veteran centre Victoria Macaulay capped her campaign in the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 Qualifying Tournament with a well‑deserved spot on the Group B All‑Star team after standout performances for Nigeria in Villeurbanne, France.
Macaulay was a consistent force for D’Tigress throughout the competition, highlighted by a dominant display in the team’s opening victory over Colombia women’s national basketball team, where she led all scorers with 13 points on perfect shooting, going 5‑for‑5 inside the arc and 3‑for‑3 from the free‑throw line, while also hauling in six rebounds in just under 15 minutes of play.
Her performance helped set the tone for Nigeria’s campaign and demonstrated the veteran’s ability to influence the game on both ends of the floor. Across the qualifying tournament, Macaulay’s presence in the paint and efficient scoring made her one of the most effective bigs in Group B. According to official FIBA statistics, she averaged 13.6 points and 6 rebounds in the matches she played in the 2026 qualifiers.
The All‑Star selection adds to a growing list of individual accolades for Macaulay, who has been a mainstay for her national team over multiple international competitions. Her performance in Belgrade highlighted her experience and versatility, helping the D’Tigress compete strongly against elite global opposition.
Macaulay’s strong showing will be a key confidence boost for Nigeria as the team now shifts its focus to the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup later this year, with hopes that her leadership and scoring touch can translate into success on the world stage.
