'It’s Only Right': Allie Quigley Reacts to Courtney Vandersloot Breaking Her Chicago Sky Scoring Record

Quigley and Vandersloot’s names are synonymous with Sky basketball. They played more than a decade together in Chicago, helped deliver the franchise its first WNBA title in 2021, and now share a life off the court as well — the two married in 2018.

Watching Vandersloot climb the record books didn’t surprise Quigley. She’s witnessed the journey up close, from long hours in the gym to pressure-packed playoff runs.

“It’s been awesome,” Quigley said. “I mean, we’ve had so many times in the gym together — so many shots up, so much hard work, so many ups and downs. So it’s just nice to be able to watch her now, up close and personal.”

Vandersloot now leads the Sky in virtually every major career statistical category: points, assists, steals, field goals made, and games played. But for Quigley, it’s not just about the numbers — it’s about what those numbers represent.

“She’s given this organization so much,” Quigley said. “This place is home to us. It’s so special — the organization, the owners. We just have so many good feelings about being here, so it’s only right that we come back here and hopefully bring another championship.”

Vandersloot said she entered the game knowing the record was within reach but lost track during the action.

“I realized when I heard the crowd and saw the camera on me,” Vandersloot said. “It was a perfect moment because we won. It wouldn’t have felt the same without the win.”

Courtney Vandersloot Still Setting the Tone

The Sky’s 97–92 win over Dallas marked a breakthrough for the team — and a reminder of Vandersloot’s continued value as a leader and closer.

“It was a big night. We came in focused and wanted to set the tone,” Vandersloot said. “I’ve said it all night — make winning plays. That’s what we did.”

She added 13 points, nine assists, and five steals in the win.

“She is the Chicago Sky,” head coach Tyler Marsh said. “She embodies our mentality. Everyone looks up to her — even those who weren’t here during her first stint. She’s special to this organization.”

In a tightly contested fourth quarter, Vandersloot pointed to the team’s unselfishness as the deciding factor.

“When we play together and move the ball, we’re hard to guard,” Vandersloot said. “We got paint touches and kick-outs. Everyone made the extra pass. That’s unselfish basketball in a big moment.”

It was a full team effort, with Kamilla Cardoso scoring a season-high 23 points, Ariel Atkins adding 17, and Rebecca Allen chipping in 13 with three made threes. Angel Reese came through in crunch time with key buckets, two assists, and defensive stops.

“Everyone made a winning play at some point in the fourth,” Vandersloot said. “That’s what we need every night.”

Marsh echoed that sentiment.

“We gave each possession the attention it needed,” Marsh said. “We didn’t quit when they made their run. We got the stops and scores we needed.”

Leading the Future, On and Off the Floor

Now in her 15th WNBA season, Vandersloot says her motivation remains high, not just because of records, but because of what she wants to build in Chicago.

“All of it — coming back to the Sky, our early struggles, playing in front of these fans. It’s emotional,” Vandersloot said. “We’re committed. Even after losing four games, we didn’t disconnect. That’s rare. We enjoy playing for each other.”

Her return wasn’t just about reliving past glory — it was about paving the way forward.

“It’s why I came back,” Vandersloot said. “The people here took a chance on me out of college. I want to leave this place better than I found it. We have great youth, and I’m glad to be a part of it.”

That youth includes second-year standouts Reese and Cardoso, who have leaned on Vandersloot’s leadership.

“She’s always helping and supporting us,” Cardoso said. “She’s a leader, and we follow her example.”

Marsh said the focus now is on helping Cardoso tap into her potential consistently.

“She can be dominant nightly — when she decides to be,” Marsh said. “It takes time for young players. We just want to put her in positions where she can grow into that regularly.”

And her impact, Vandersloot hopes, will extend well beyond stat sheets.

“We’re in a position to influence,” Vandersloot said. “I just lost my mom to cancer, and supporting things like the Kay Yow Fund means everything. That’s the most important job we have as athletes — to make a difference.”

The Sky will look to build on the momentum when they face the Wings again on Saturday, June 1, in Arlington — their second matchup in three days.