Eight-time WNBA All-Star and three-time Olympian Tina Charles signed a one-year deal with the Connecticut Sun as a free agent Sunday.
With the move, Charles returns to the franchise that drafted her No. 1 overall in 2010, where she spent the first four seasons of her career and won league MVP in 2012.
“Today marks an incredible moment in our team’s history as we welcome back one of the greatest players to ever grace the WNBA,” Sun general manager Morgan Tuck said in a statement. “Tina not only helped define the success of this franchise during her early years, but she also set the bar for excellence, both on and off the court. Her passion, leadership, and dedication to the game have left an incredible mark on our league, and we couldn’t be more excited to have her return to the team where it all began.
“This is a full-circle moment that strengthens our foundation and inspires the next generation of players and fans alike. We are extremely excited for this next chapter of Connecticut Sun…
