Jacy Sheldon

Player Information

Jacy Rae Sheldon is an American professional basketball player for the Washington Mystics of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). Born on August 23, 2000, in Olmsted Falls, Ohio, she played college basketball at Ohio State where she achieved multiple accolades. In 2024, she was drafted fifth overall by the Dallas Wings, marking her entry into the WNBA. Sheldon is also recognized for her contributions off the court, serving as the Director of Player Development at Ohio State while actively participating in her professional career.
Full Name :
Jacy Rae Sheldon
Birthdate :
23 August 2000
Birthplace :
Olmsted Falls, Ohio, USA
Gender :
Female
Height (cm) :
178
Weight (kg) :
64
Nationality :
United States
Parents :
Duane Sheldon (Father), Laura Sheldon (Mother)
Education :
Dublin Coffman High School (High School), Ohio State (College)
Career Started :
2024
Notable Achievements :
Second-team All-American – AP (2024), Second-team All-American – USBWA (2024), 2× First-team All- Big Ten (2022, 2024), Second-team All-Big Ten (2021), 2× Big Ten All-Defensive Team (2022, 2024)
Current Team :
Washington Mystics
Previous Teams :
Dallas Wings (From 2024, To 2025), Connecticut Sun (From 2025, To 2025), Washington Mystics (From 2025)
Drafted :
2024
Drafted by :
Dallas Wings
Active Status :
From - 2024, To - Present
Sponsors :
HOLO Footwear

Biography

Jacy Sheldon, a promising WNBA player, was selected fifth in total by the Dallas Wings in the 2024 draft. She excelled in high school, setting numerous records and earning the Division I State Player of the Year title. In her rookie season, she played 40 games, starting 26 and averaging 5.4 points per game. Recently traded to the Connecticut Sun, Sheldon also serves as director of player development for Ohio State’s women’s basketball team, enhancing her professional portfolio. Uncover her path further.

Early Life

Jacy Sheldon grew up in a sports-oriented family, with her mother serving as a volleyball coach and her father as a basketball coach, which helped ignite her passion for basketball from a young age.

She attended Dublin Coffman High School, where she quickly became a local celebrity due to her extraordinary achievements on the court. Jacy set an impressive 18 school records and became the all-time leading scorer for both the girls’ and boys’ teams.

Her senior year was marked by outstanding performance, as she was named Division I State Player of the Year and earned multiple accolades, including three-time Premier Team All-State honors.

Family Life

Jacy Sheldon comes from a sports-oriented family where both of her parents are actively involved in coaching—her mother in volleyball and her father in basketball. This environment has greatly shaped her athletic path.

She has a supportive sister named Emmy, who has been a constant source of motivation throughout her shift to professional basketball. The Sheldon family maintains close ties, and Jacy plans to spend her off-season in Dublin with them while serving as the director of player development for the Ohio State women’s basketball team.

Their steadfast support has been instrumental as Jacy navigates the challenges of being a professional athlete.

Career

Jacy Sheldon was selected fifth in total by the Dallas Wings in the 2024 WNBA Draft, marking the beginning of her professional basketball career.

During her rookie season, she played in 40 games and started 26, averaging 5.4 points, 2.5 assists, and 2.1 rebounds per game. Significantly, she achieved a career-high of 17 points in a game against Atlanta.

In February 2025, Sheldon was traded to the Connecticut Sun as part of a four-team deal.

Following her time in the WNBA, she took on the role of director of player development for Ohio State’s women’s basketball team, where she dedicates her efforts to mentoring and guiding student-athletes.

Net Worth

As of October 2023, Jacy Sheldon’s estimated net worth is not publicly disclosed.

However, she is expected to earn a salary in the range of $60,000 to $70,000 during her rookie season in the WNBA.

In her collegiate career, Sheldon garnered considerable recognition, which may lead to potential endorsement deals that could further improve her financial standing.

Moreover, her role as director of player development at Ohio State University may contribute to her total earnings.

With her recent trade to the Connecticut Sun, her marketability is likely to increase, potentially impacting her future income.