Sonia Citron is an American professional basketball player who currently plays guard for the Washington Mystics in the WNBA. Recognized for her scoring, versatility, and leadership, Citron was selected third overall in the 2025 WNBA Draft after an outstanding college career at the University of Notre Dame.
Early Life and Background
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Full Name: Sonia Elizabeth Citron
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Date of Birth: October 22, 2003
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Hometown: White Plains, New York (raised in Scarsdale)
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Height: 6’1″ (1.85 m)
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Weight: 160 lbs (72.6 kg)
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Position: Guard
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High School: The Ursuline School, New Rochelle, NY
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Junior year: 23.8 points, 10.6 rebounds, 4.3 steals, 3.1 assists per game
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Senior year: 26.3 points, 11.2 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals per game
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Led team to Section 1 Class AA title and a 24–0 record as a junior
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Led team to Southern Westchester Group 1 championship and a 14–0 record as a senior
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Two-time New York Gatorade Player of the Year
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Miss New York Basketball (senior year)
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McDonald’s All-American, Jordan Brand Classic All-American
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Four-star recruit, one of the top guards in her class by ESPN
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College Career
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University of Notre Dame (2021–2025):
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Freshman (2021–22):
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11.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, 2.2 assists per game
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ACC Rookie of the Year, ACC All-Freshman Team
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Six-time ACC Freshman of the Week
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Sophomore (2022–23):
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14.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists per game
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First-team All-ACC
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Junior (2023–24):
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17.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists per game
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Started all 26 games
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ACC Tournament champion
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Senior (2024–25):
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14.1 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.9 steals, 0.9 blocks per game
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Shot 37.2% from three, 89% from the free-throw line
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Named to Wooden Award and Ann Meyers Drysdale Watch Lists
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USBWA National Player of the Week
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Career Milestones:
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Only player in Notre Dame history with 1,700 points, 700 rebounds, and 300 assists
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Career-high 29 points vs. Michigan State
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Professional Career
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WNBA Draft: 1st round, 3rd overall, 2025 WNBA Draft by Washington Mystics
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Teams:
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Washington Mystics (2025–present)
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WNBA Stats (2025):
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Rookie season: Early in her professional career, with expectations high based on her college performance
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International and National Team Career
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USA Basketball:
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Gold medalist, 2019 FIBA U16 Women’s Americas Championship (Chile)
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All-tournament team, 13.3 points per game
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Gold medalist, 2021 FIBA U19 Women’s Basketball World Cup (Hungary)
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All-tournament team, 13.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.9 assists per game
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Achievements & Honors
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Washington Mystics (WNBA, 2025)
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Two-time New York Gatorade Player of the Year
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Miss New York Basketball
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McDonald’s All-American, Jordan Brand Classic All-American
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ACC Rookie of the Year (2022)
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First-team All-ACC (2023)
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Second-team All-ACC (2024)
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ACC Tournament champion (2024)
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Wooden Award and Ann Meyers Drysdale Watch Lists (2025)
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USBWA National Player of the Week (2025)
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Only player in Notre Dame history with 1,700 points, 700 rebounds, and 300 assists
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Gold medalist, 2019 FIBA U16 Women’s Americas Championship
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Gold medalist, 2021 FIBA U19 Women’s Basketball World Cup
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All-tournament team at both FIBA U16 and U19 World Cups
Playing Profile
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Strengths:
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Elite scoring and versatility
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Strong rebounding for a guard
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High basketball IQ and leadership
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Clutch performer in big games
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Style:
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Aggressive, dynamic guard who excels in transition and half-court offense
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Brings toughness, championship experience, and a team-first mentality
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FAQs About Sonia Citron
What position does Sonia Citron play?
Guard
Which team does she play for?
Washington Mystics (WNBA)
How old is Sonia Citron?
21 (born October 22, 2003)
What are her main achievements?
Two-time New York Gatorade Player of the Year, Miss New York Basketball, McDonald’s All-American, ACC Rookie of the Year, first-team All-ACC, ACC Tournament champion, only Notre Dame player with 1,700 points/700 rebounds/300 assists, gold medalist at FIBA U16 and U19 World Cups
What is her playing style?
Versatile, aggressive guard with elite scoring and leadership
Conclusion
Sonia Citron is a dynamic and accomplished guard whose scoring, versatility, and leadership have made her a cornerstone for the Washington Mystics and one of the most exciting young talents in women’s basketball.
(Age, statistics, and honors are as of June 2025.)
