Maite Cazorla
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María Teresa Cazorla Medina, known as Maite Cazorla, is a Spanish professional basketball player who suits up for ZVVZ USK Praha in the Czech Women's Basketball League and the Spanish women's national team. Born on 18 June 1997, she entered the WNBA as the 23rd overall pick in the 2019 draft. Her journey from the Canary Islands to the NCAA's Final Four and a EuroLeague Women title showcases a career built on steady progression and big-stage performances.
Youth career
Cazorla began playing basketball at age 14 with her school team Teresianas, then joined the youth system of CB Islas Canarias. In 2011, she moved from the Canary Islands to Barcelona to play for Segle XXI's youth teams. She progressed through the club and Spanish national youth teams, and her performance at the 2014 FIBA Under-17 World Championship attracted Oregon Ducks scouts.
Club career
In June 2019, Cazorla signed with CB Avenida, winning the Spanish Queen's Cup in 2020 and playing in the 2019–20 EuroCup Women. After the 2022–2023 season, she moved to ZVVZ USK Praha, where she helped win a Euroleague Women title in 2025. Her best EuroLeague Women season was 2023–2024, averaging 8.9 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game.
National team
Cazorla played for Spain's youth teams from age 14, winning seven medals between 2012 and 2017, including a European U16 title in 2013, a runner-up finish at the 2014 U17 FIBA World Championship, and a third-place finish at the 2015 U19 FIBA World Championship. She debuted with the senior team in 2019 at age 22. Up to 2021, she had 19 caps and participated in the 2020 Olympics and the 2021 EuroBasket.
Career statistics and honours
Medals
- Silver EuroBasket — 2023 Israel/Slovenia
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