| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| WNBA Draft | An event where women’s basketball teams choose new players. |
| Heritage | The culture and traditions from a person’s country. |
| Sibling | A brother or sister. |
Gabriela Jáquez, a Mexican-American basketball player, made history by being chosen in the WNBA Draft. She was picked by the Chicago Sky, a team in the Women’s National Basketball Association. Gabriela and her brother Jaime are the first siblings of Mexican descent to be selected by the biggest U.S. basketball leagues. Gabriela played for UCLA, a college team, and helped them win a lot of games. She scored many points and worked hard to improve her skills. Her family was very proud when she was picked, and her sibling, Jaime, watched the moment on a video call.
Gabriela is the third player of Mexican heritage to join a WNBA team. She is excited to play for Chicago Sky and wants to do her best. Both Gabriela and Jaime love their Mexican heritage and have played for Mexico in international games. Gabriela hopes to inspire others in the Latino community by sharing her culture. She is looking forward to the new challenges and fun times ahead in her basketball journey.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Básquetbol |
| Community | Comunidad |
| Culture | Cultura |
Time to discuss
- Why is it important for Gabriela to share her culture?
- How do you think Gabriela felt when she was picked for the WNBA?
- What challenges might Gabriela face in her new team?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph
- What makes Gabriela and her brother unique in the world of basketball?
- Why do you think representing their heritage is important to them?
