Sunday, June 29, 2025

Jaelynn Brown Joins Panathinaikos from Connecticut Sun

Panathinaikos WBC has secured another impactful American player with the signing of Jaelynn Brown, a 26-year-old (born October 12, 1998) small forward/power forward. Brown, standing at 1.85m (6'1"), comes to Athens from the WNBA's Connecticut Sun.
 

Brown's career includes significant experience in various leagues worldwide, showcasing her versatility and quality:

WNBA: She played for the Dallas Wings in 2024 and is currently with the Connecticut Sun for the 2025 season.
European and International Clubs: Her professional career has taken her to Toulouse Métropole Basket (France), Norrköping Dolphins (Sweden - where she won a championship in 2022), Ludovika Csata (Hungary), Rize Belediyesi (Turkey), Astros de Jalisco (Mexico), Maccabi Haifa (Israel), Hatayspor (Turkey), Antalya Toroslar Basketbol (Turkey), and Dynamo Kursk (Russia).
Collegiate Career: She played college basketball at the University of California (2016-2020).
International Recognition: A significant highlight in her career is the silver medal she won with the USA 3x3 U18 National Team at the 2016 World Cup.

Brown shared her enthusiasm for this new chapter: "Every journey begins with a choice. Mine brings me to Athens. To Panathinaikos. It's not just a new team. It's a new chapter. A club with passion, history, ambition – and fans who live for every moment. I came to play with heart. To work hard. To write my own story in green. I am excited to play next season in the Panathinaikos jersey!"

She added: "It is a huge honor to become a member of a historic club with such a great tradition and fanatical support. I can't wait to experience the energy of the court, give my 100% on the floor, and help the team achieve its goals, both in Greece and in Europe. I have heard wonderful things about the Panathinaikos fans, and I can't wait to meet them in person and fight together in every game. Let's go PAO! I feel anticipation. We share the same flame for basketball. And I know something special is starting. Athens, I'm ready."

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