ARLINGTON, Texas (Aug. 26, 2025) — In response to mounting injuries and roster limitations, the Dallas Wings have announced the signing of guard Serena Sundell to a seven-day hardship contract. The move comes on the heels of the season-ending injury to rookie guard JJ Quinerly, further straining a backcourt already thinned by injuries. Sundell is expected to be in uniform and available for Wednesday’s matchup against the Connecticut Sun at College Park Center.
Filling a Critical Need
For head coach Chris Koclanes and the Wings’ staff, the addition of Sundell provides a timely boost to a rotation desperate for depth. With Arike Ogunbowale sidelined by a right knee injury and Ty Harris also unavailable due to a left knee issue, Dallas has been forced to lean heavily on rookies Paige Bueckers and Grace Berger in recent weeks. Quinerly’s injury further compounded the situation, leaving the team with limited guard options heading into a demanding stretch of the schedule.
Sundell, a versatile 6-foot-2 guard with size and playmaking ability, offers Dallas another ballhandler and facilitator who can shoulder minutes in the backcourt. Known for her passing vision and ability to control tempo, she will have the chance to make an immediate impact on a roster still searching for stability in the final weeks of the season.
A Decorated Collegiate Career
Sundell arrives in Dallas with a decorated résumé from her time at Kansas State University, where she set the program’s all-time assists record. Over four seasons with the Wildcats, she emerged as one of the most dynamic guards in the Big 12.
During her senior year (2024–25), she averaged 14.1 points, 7.3 assists, and shot over 50 percent from the field, earning First Team All-Big 12 honors for the second time in her career. She was also recognized nationally, receiving AP and WBCA All-America Honorable Mention accolades.
Beyond the numbers, Sundell earned praise for her leadership and consistency. Her court vision and ability to involve teammates made her the centerpiece of Kansas State’s offense, and her size at the guard position gave her the ability to contribute on the defensive end as well.
Drafted, Waived, and Given Another Shot
Sundell was selected 26th overall by the Seattle Storm in the 2025 WNBA Draft, a reflection of her collegiate success and potential to translate to the professional level. However, like many second- and third-round draft picks in the WNBA’s compressed roster environment, Sundell faced an uphill battle for a spot. She was waived by Seattle prior to the start of the regular season.
Her most recent action came in July when she represented the United States on the USA 3×3 Women’s Nations League Team in Chile, gaining international experience and continuing to showcase her ability against elite competition. That stint helped keep her in playing shape, making her a viable option for Dallas as the team scoured available talent to fill its backcourt void.
Looking Ahead
The signing underscores the challenges teams face late in the WNBA season, where injuries often dictate roster movement. For Dallas, currently sitting near the bottom of the Western Conference standings, Sundell’s arrival offers both immediate relief and a glimpse at another young player eager to prove herself at the professional level.
While expectations for a short-term hardship contract remain tempered, the Wings have a history of giving opportunities to players who find ways to make lasting impressions. Sundell’s combination of size, passing skill, and scoring ability could earn her valuable minutes, particularly as Dallas looks to close out the season with competitiveness and energy despite a depleted roster.
The Wings return to action Wednesday night at 7 p.m. CT against the Connecticut Sun, with Sundell available to make her Dallas debut. The matchup will air locally in the Dallas-Fort Worth area on KFAA29 and stream nationally on WNBA League Pass.
