Leonie Fiebich Biography: New York Liberty Forward, WNBA Champion & EuroLeague MVP

Leonie Fiebich is a German professional basketball player who currently plays forward for the New York Liberty in the WNBA and for Valencia Basket in Spain’s Liga Femenina de Baloncesto. Recognized for her versatility, shooting, and leadership, Fiebich is a rising star in both the WNBA and European basketball.

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Leonie-Fiebich

Early Life and Background

  • Full Name: Leonie Fiebich

  • Date of Birth: January 10, 2000

  • Hometown: Landsberg am Lech, Germany

  • Height: 6’4″ (1.93 m)

  • Position: Forward

  • High School: Johann-Winklhofer secondary school

    • Began playing basketball at age 14

    • Debuted for DJK Landsberg women’s team at age 14

Professional Career

  • Early Years in Germany:

    • TS Jahn München (2016–2018):

      • 2016–17: 12.1 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists per game

      • 2017–18: 16.2 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists per game

    • Wasserburg (2018–2021):

      • Bundesliga Best Newcomer (2018–19)

      • Missed most of 2019–20 season due to injury

  • International Career:

    • Flammes Carolo Basket (France, 2021–2022)

    • Warwick Senators (Australia, 2022):

      • Grand Final MVP, NBL1 National Championship MVP

    • Casademont Zaragoza (Spain, 2022–2024):

      • Two-time Spanish League MVP

      • Spanish Cup champion (2023)

      • All-EuroLeague First Team (2024)

      • Team’s leading scorer in EuroLeague (12.4 points per game, 2023–24)

    • Valencia Basket (2024–present):

      • Helped team win Spanish League championship (2024–25)

  • WNBA:

    • Drafted by Los Angeles Sparks (2nd round, 22nd overall, 2020)

    • Player rights traded to Chicago Sky (2021), then New York Liberty (2023)

    • Signed rookie scale contract with New York Liberty (2024)

    • 2024 season:

      • 40 games, 15 starts

      • 6.7 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists per game

      • 47.8% field goal shooting, 43.3% three-point shooting

      • Named to WNBA All-Rookie Team

      • Playoff debut: 21 points (Liberty playoff debut record)

      • Helped Liberty win WNBA championship (2024)

      • 13 points, 7 rebounds in Game 5 Finals victory over Minnesota Lynx

      • Playoff averages: 11.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.4 assists per game

National Team Career

  • Junior Teams:

    • Silver medal, FIBA U16 European Championship (2016)

    • Gold medal, FIBA U18 European Championship (2018), All-Tournament Team

    • FIBA U19 World Cup participant (2019)

  • Senior Team:

    • German national team debut (2018)

    • Competed at 2024 Summer Olympics

Achievements & Honors

  • WNBA champion (2024, New York Liberty)

  • WNBA All-Rookie Team (2024)

  • Two-time Spanish League MVP (Zaragoza)

  • Spanish Cup champion (2023, Zaragoza)

  • All-EuroLeague First Team (2024)

  • Bundesliga Best Newcomer (2018–19)

  • NBL1 Grand Final MVP and National Championship MVP (2022, Warwick Senators)

  • Silver medal, FIBA U16 European Championship

  • Gold medal, FIBA U18 European Championship, All-Tournament Team

  • Spanish League champion (2024–25, Valencia Basket)

Playing Profile

  • Strengths:

    • Versatile forward with strong shooting and rebounding

    • High basketball IQ and leadership

    • Reliable scorer and defender

    • Clutch performer in big games

  • Style:

    • Skilled, athletic forward who excels in transition and half-court offense

    • Brings toughness, championship experience, and a team-first mentality

FAQs About Leonie Fiebich

What position does Leonie Fiebich play?
Forward

Which team does she play for?
New York Liberty (WNBA) / Valencia Basket (Spain)

How old is Leonie Fiebich?
25 (born January 10, 2000)

What are her main achievements?
WNBA champion, WNBA All-Rookie Team, two-time Spanish League MVP, Spanish Cup champion, All-EuroLeague First Team, Bundesliga Best Newcomer, NBL1 Grand Final and National Championship MVP, Olympic competitor

What is her playing style?
Versatile, sharpshooting forward with strong rebounding and leadership

Conclusion

Leonie Fiebich is a dynamic and accomplished forward whose shooting, versatility, and championship pedigree have made her a valuable asset for the New York Liberty and a rising star in global women’s basketball.
(Age, statistics, and honors are as of June 2025.)