FIBA ranking | 100 1 (26 August 2024) [1] | ||
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Joined FIBA | 1984 | ||
FIBA zone | FIBA Americas | ||
National federation | St. Vincent and the Grenadines Basketball Association | ||
Coach | Wayne Williams | ||
Americas Championship for Women | |||
Appearances | None | ||
Caribbean Championship for Women | |||
Appearances | ? | ||
Medals | None | ||
The Saint Vincent and the Grenadines women's national basketball team represents Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in international competitions. It is administered by the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Basketball Association. [2]
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