UK Signee Maddyn Greenway Loves Representing USA

Greenway to play for Team USA in Nike Hoop Summit against future Kentucky teammate

Apr. 11, 2026 at 7:00pm by

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Maddyn Greenway, a highly touted point guard who has signed to play at the University of Kentucky, will represent the United States in the upcoming Nike Hoop Summit in Portland, Oregon. Greenway has extensive experience playing for USA Basketball, including winning a gold medal at the 2025 FIBA U19 World Cup. She sees playing for Team USA as a great honor and believes it helps prepare her for the competitive environment she'll face at Kentucky.

Why it matters

Greenway is one of the top high school basketball players in the country, and her selection to the USA Basketball team is a testament to her talent and potential. Her experience playing against elite international competition will serve her well as she transitions to the college game, where she'll face similarly talented players on a nightly basis.

The details

Greenway first played for USA Basketball in 2023 and won a gold medal with the team at the 2025 FIBA U19 World Cup. She'll be suiting up for Team USA again in the Nike Hoop Summit, where she'll face off against a World team that includes her future Kentucky teammate, Savvy Swords. Greenway sees playing for the national team as a unique honor, and she appreciates the opportunity to compete against the best players her age from around the world.

  • Greenway will play for Team USA in the Nike Hoop Summit on April 11, 2026.
  • Greenway previously won a gold medal with USA Basketball at the 2025 FIBA U19 World Cup.

The players

Maddyn Greenway

A highly touted point guard who has signed to play at the University of Kentucky. Greenway is the all-time leading scorer and assists leader in Minnesota high school history.

Savvy Swords

Greenway's future Kentucky teammate, who will be playing for the World team against Greenway's USA squad in the Nike Hoop Summit.

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What they’re saying

“'It means everything to compete against the best girls in the world and representing the U.S. is such an honor. It means more. Playing for Team USA is just different. We didn't have to try out for this team, which was nice. Everyone is my age. I have a lot of friends on the team. I started doing USA stuff my freshman year and really love being part of it.'”

— Maddyn Greenway, Point guard

“'McDonald's is an all-star game where everybody is going for their own. This game you are representing America. Everyone wants to play their role and play correctly. My role is to get everyone involved. I think the way our coaches run our offense gets us all involved.'”

— Maddyn Greenway, Point guard

What’s next

Greenway will also play in the Jordan Brand Classic later this month, providing her another opportunity to showcase her skills against elite competition before joining the Kentucky Wildcats.

The takeaway

Maddyn Greenway's extensive experience playing for USA Basketball has helped her develop the skills and mindset needed to succeed at the highest levels of the sport. Her selection to the national team is a testament to her talent and work ethic, and it will serve her well as she transitions to the college game at Kentucky, where she'll face similarly talented players on a nightly basis.