One of the biggest days of Kamilla Cardoso’s life was made even more special by a video message from one of her country’s all-time sporting greats.
The Chicago Sky picked Cardoso third overall in the WNBA Draft on Monday, just a week after the center led the University of South Carolina to a NCAA championship.
In the aftermath of her selection, Cardoso, a Brazil native, was shown a message from Orlando Pride star Marta.
In the message, Marta said: “We are so proud of you, whole Brazil likes watching you and we can’t wait to see you shine again.”
Cardoso grew emotional upon seeing the message, saying: “I’m really happy, I’m a huge fan!”
Marta has been named the FIFA World Player of the Year a record six times, and played in six World Cups with Brazil. Even at 38, she’s still a vital player for the Pride, scoring twice in four matches in the 2024 NWSL season so far.
Watch Marta’s message to Cardoso
TWO GREATS 🤝@Kamillascsilva was brought to tears after her draft night while watching a special personalized message from Brazilian soccer legend, @martavieiras10 pic.twitter.com/VOQqbWAfz5
— WNBA (@WNBA) April 16, 2024
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