Elena Buenavida named to Spain's women's basketball World Cup squad

Valencia Basket guard Elena Buenavida, a 22‑year‑old from Tenerife, has been included in the 21‑player roster announced by coach Miguel Méndez for the upcoming Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin. She highlighted the extra motivation of playing for Spain in front of her home fans, saying, "Jugar con España ante mi gente en Tenerife será un plus de ilusión para mí."

The season saw Buenavida help Valencia win both the Liga Femenina and the Copa de la Reina, earning personal accolades such as the Effort Trophy from supporters. She has been training across Tenerife, Madrid and Valencia as she aims to secure a final spot in the national team lineup.