Basketball : Monique Makani Nears WNBA

Cameroon’s Monique Akoa Makani, a standout player for Charnay Basket Bourgogne Sud (CBBS) in France, is set to embark on a remarkable journey, transitioning from a beloved local figure to a potential WNBA star. The player, who has spent three seasons in Charnay, has been invited to a training camp with Phoenix Mercury, one of the 13 franchises in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA).
Considered by many to be the revelation of the season, her exceptional performance has caught the attention of the Arizona-based team. If she successfully navigates the rigorous three-week training camp, she will earn a rookie contract and join the ranks of the world's most prestigious women's basketball league. she might thus become the second Cameroonian woman to join the league after Dulcy Fankam. “It was a goal I had put in the back of my mind, but I didn't expect it to happen so soon. It's a very nice surprise…” Akoa Makani stated. 
This landmark achievement is not only a personal triumph for Akoa Makani but also a significant boost for CBBS, as the club prides self of being the hive of very talented players. However, Akoa Makani’s departure presents a bi...