The Indiana Fever are gearing up for a fresh start as WNBA training camps officially open this Sunday. Heading into the 2025 season, the franchise has undergone significant changes both on and off the court.
New front office have transformed Kelly Krauskopf taking office as Fever's president, while Amber Cox was appointed general manager. This is a leadership duo that brings a fresh wind of energy and direction in which the organization hopes to climb back into contention.
On the other hand, Stephanie White is back with the Fever as head coach after two years spent with the Connecticut Sun. White, who was previously at the helm of the Indiana franchise in the 2014 and 2015 seasons, has begun to cobble together a familiar coaching staff. The crew includes favorites, Austin Kelly and Briann January, as assistants alongside Keith Porter as a player development coach. Also retained is Karima Christmas-Kelly, one of the Fever's 2024 staff, to facilitate the transition.
Roster Full New Faces
All fresh to the 2025 roster of Indiana are promising, but weigh the franchise pretty much with proven veterans and burgeoning stars, promising rookie players-all coming with a special story and role to play. That's what the Fever lineup is shaping up like:
Caitlin Clark
A generational talent, Caitlin Clark enters her second WNBA season after being selected No. 1 overall in 2024. The 6-foot guard from Iowa, now 23, is expected to be the face of the franchise and a cornerstone for the team's future.
Kelsey Mitchell
One of the team’s few returning players, Mitchell brings scoring firepower and leadership. The 5-8 guard, drafted No. 2 in 2018 out of Ohio State, is entering her eighth WNBA season at age 29.
Aliyah Boston
Boston, another former No. 1 pick, has quickly established herself as a dominant post presence. The 6-5 forward-center from South Carolina is set for her third season, still only 23 years old.
Natasha Howard
Bringing a wealth of experience, Howard, a 6-5 forward and 2014 No. 5 pick, is entering her 12th WNBA season. The 33-year-old is poised to mentor Indiana’s young core.
DeWanna Bonner
A true veteran of the league, Bonner adds versatility and championship experience. The 6-4 forward-guard, drafted in 2009, is embarking on her 15th season at age 37.
Damiris Dantas
The 6-3 Brazilian forward was the No. 12 pick in 2012. Now in her 10th season and 32 years old, Dantas offers physicality and international experience.
Sophie Cunningham
Known for her energy and shooting, Cunningham joins Indiana after six seasons with the Phoenix Mercury. The 6-1 guard was drafted in 2019 and is 28 years old.
Lexie Hull
Drafted No. 6 overall in 2022, Hull remains one of the Fever's promising young guards. At 6-1 and 25 years old, she brings defense and hustle into her fourth WNBA season.
Sydney Colson
At 35, Colson is one of the team’s most seasoned players. The 5-8 guard, a 2011 draftee from Texas A&M, brings valuable veteran leadership to the locker room.
Brianna Turner
Turner, a 6-3 forward out of Notre Dame, joins the Fever after several productive seasons elsewhere. The 28-year-old was a first-round pick in 2019 and is known for her defense and rebounding.
Jaelyn Brown
Brown, a 6-1 guard/forward, took the unconventional path after going undrafted in 2020. Now in her second WNBA season at 26, she brings athleticism and depth to Indiana’s rotation.
Jillian Alleyne
A strong rebounder and inside presence, Alleyne is set for her third year in the league. The 6-2 forward, a former No. 20 pick in 2016, is now 30 years old.
Makayla Timpson
A standout rookie from Florida State, Timpson was selected with the 19th overall pick this year. At 6-2 and 22 years old, she brings fresh energy and upside to the frontcourt.
Bree Hall
Another promising rookie, Hall arrives from powerhouse South Carolina. The 6-foot guard, selected at No. 20, is just 21 years old and ready to make her mark.
Yvonne Ejim
Ejim, drafted 33rd overall from Gonzaga, rounds out Indiana’s group of rookies. The 6-1 forward, age 23, is expected to add depth and versatility off the bench.
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