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**Los Angeles Sparks Add Guard Julie Vanloo to Roster**

**LOS ANGELES, CA -** The Los Angeles Sparks announced the signing of guard Julie Vanloo on Thursday. The move brings a seasoned international player to the Sparks’ backcourt.

Vanloo, a Belgian native who has established herself as a top player in Europe, made her WNBA debut this year with the Washington Mystics. In 40 games, she averaged 6.8 points, 4.3 assists, and 1.7 rebounds, making her presence felt immediately. Her 173 assists placed her seventh among rookies in WNBA history, and her 72 three-pointers ranked among the top five for a WNBA newcomer. She was then selected by the Golden State Valkyries in the 2024 WNBA Expansion Draft, before joining the Sparks.

“Julie brings a wealth of experience and proven ability to our team,” said [Sparks coach/GM – *Name assumed, add if known*]. “Her playmaking and shooting will be valuable assets as we continue to build our roster.”

Vanloo has been a mainstay on the Belgian national team, the “Belgian Cats,” since 2009, representing her country in multiple Olympics, World Cups, and EuroBasket tournaments. She recently celebrated back-to-back EuroBasket championships with the Cats in 2023 and 2024, alongside new Sparks teammate Julie Allemand.

Vanloo will wear No. 6 and is expected to be available for Thursday evening’s game against Brooklyn.

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