Sue Bird may have recently retired from the WNBA, but she’s about to take on one of the most important roles in women’s basketball, according to a report.

USA Basketball will name Sue Bird, a five-time Olympic gold medalist and WNBA legend, its next managing director for the women's national team in the lead-up to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, according to The Athletic.

USA Basketball will announce Sue Bird as the managing director for the women’s national team, a source confirmed to FOS. Previously, the women’s team and coaching staff was named by committee—now, that will be Bird’s job. Story from @AnnieCostabile ⬇️