Hannah Hidalgo Shines at 2025 FIBA Women’s AmeriCup, Earns All-Star Five Honors
Notre Dame guard Hannah Hidalgo delivered a standout performance during the 2025 FIBA Women’s AmeriCup, helping Team USA complete a dominant, undefeated run and securing her place among the tournament’s All-Star Five.
The 5-foot-6 playmaker was recognized alongside Vanderbilt’s Mikayla Blakes, who earned Most Valuable Player honors. Blakes and Hidalgo’s impressive showing was crucial in Team USA’s gold medal victory — a thrilling 92-84 win over Brazil in Monday’s final.
Notre Dame head coach Niele Ivey celebrated Hidalgo’s latest achievement with a fiery Instagram shoutout:
“🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 ALL STAR HANNAH,” Ivey posted on her Instagram story.
Star-Studded All-Star Five Selection
Joining Hidalgo and Blakes on the All-Star Five were Chicago Sky center Kamilla Cardoso and Indiana Fever veteran Damiris Dantas, both representing Brazil, along with Michigan’s Syla Swords, who played for Team Canada.
In the gold medal game, Blakes led the scoring charge for Team USA with 27 points, six rebounds, and an assist. Hidalgo added 16 points, seven rebounds, and four assists, capping a consistent and impactful tournament performance.
South Carolina standout Joyce Edwards also contributed, finishing with 11 points, seven rebounds, and an assist, while Hidalgo’s Notre Dame teammate Olivia Miles impressed with eight points, three rebounds, and a game-high nine assists.
Hidalgo Reflects on the Moment
Following the final, Hidalgo spoke with FIBA Americas, expressing gratitude and pride for her role on the championship team:
“I think it’s a blessing,” Hidalgo said. “This is the second time I’ve been named to the All-Star Five, and I truly feel fortunate to be in this position, to play for the United States, to represent my country. It’s an honor to be here. I really appreciate this moment.”
Hidalgo played all seven games for Team USA in the tournament, averaging 12.4 points per game, ranking second behind Blakes’ 14.0 ppg. Other key contributors included Joyce Edwards (9.9 ppg) and Utah’s Gianna Kneepkens (9.7 ppg).
A Winning Pedigree
This isn’t the first time Hidalgo has stood on the international podium. She previously won gold with Team USA’s U19 squad at the 2023 FIBA World Cup in Spain, and before that, claimed another gold medal at the 2022 FIBA U17 World Cup in Hungary.
As she continues her rise in the college game and on the international stage, Hannah Hidalgo has made it clear: she’s a name to watch — and she’s only getting started.
