New York Liberty star Breanna Stewart’s leadership legacy in Unrivaled continues to grow. For the second consecutive season, the two-time WNBA MVP has been named Captain of Mist Basketball Club as the league tips off its highly anticipated second season in the new year.
The announcement comes just days after Stewart was honored as Sports Illustrated’s Innovator of the Year as co-founder of Unrivaled. The recognition points up her impact far beyond the hardwood and Stewart continues to shape the future of women’s basketball.
Guiding the team from the sideline is head coach Zach O’Brien, an assistant coach with the New York Liberty. O’Brien’s existing rapport with Stewart adds another layer of continuity, blending Liberty principles with the fast-paced, player-driven identity Unrivaled has cultivated.
“I was on the court with Zach earlier, and I just feel back to myself, which I'm happy about", Stewart said. "Everything is working together, like in a tangent, to just give me the rhythm that I need. So, I'm going to be confident going into Unrivaled and really just getting back to myself.”
Stewart’s captaincy extends far beyond the court. She remains one of the most respected leaders in the New York Liberty locker room and serves as a vice president of the WNBA Players Association, where her voice continues to shape the future of the league. Off the floor, Stewart also leads in business, taking on captain-like roles in her ventures and using her platform to elevate women’s basketball globally.
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— Unrivaled Basketball (@Unrivaledwbb) December 18, 2025
As Unrivaled enters its second season, Mist BC once again reflects Stewart’s imprint — competitive, collaborative, and ambitious. With a star-studded roster and a captain who embodies leadership in every arena, the Mist are poised to make another deep run when the league tips off in the new year.
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