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Marina Mabrey

Marina Mabrey is an American professional basketball player known for her guard play in the WNBA and for her college career at Notre Dame.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Marina Mabrey is an American professional basketball player known for her guard play in the WNBA and for her college career at Notre Dame. Born in Belmar, New Jersey, she was selected in the 2019 WNBA Draft and has played for multiple WNBA teams, including the Los Angeles Sparks, Dallas Wings, Chicago Sky, Connecticut Sun, and Toronto Tempo.

Early life and college

Marina Mabrey was born in Belmar, New Jersey, and attended Notre Dame, where she became part of a national championship-winning team in 2018. Notre Dame lists her as a guard from Manasquan High School.

WNBA career

Mabrey entered the WNBA in 2019 as the 19th overall pick by the Los Angeles Sparks. She later played for the Dallas Wings, Chicago Sky, Connecticut Sun, and Toronto Tempo.

Notable achievements

Among her notable recent achievements is tying the WNBA single-game scoring record with 53 points and matching the league record with nine three-pointers in a game in 2026. She has also recorded major performances in other leagues, including Unrivaled.

Professional career outside the WNBA

Mabrey has played professionally overseas in countries including Latvia, Israel, Australia, Italy, and Turkey. Reports also note championship success in Italy with Beretta Famila Schio in 2023.

Key facts

  • Marina Mabrey is an American professional basketball guard who played college basketball at Notre Dame and won the 2018 NCAA national championship.
  • She was selected 19th overall in the 2019 WNBA Draft by the Los Angeles Sparks and has played for multiple WNBA teams.
  • In 2026, she tied the WNBA single-game scoring record with 53 points and made nine three-pointers in one game.
  • She has also played professionally overseas in several countries, including Italy where she won a championship in 2023.
  • As of the latest available sources, she plays for the Toronto Tempo, a Canadian WNBA expansion franchise.
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Canadian context

Mabrey is a notable player for the Toronto Tempo, a Canadian WNBA expansion franchise, making her relevant to Canadian basketball audiences.[2][12][14]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Marina Mabrey?
Marina Mabrey is an American professional basketball guard who has played in the WNBA and internationally. She played college basketball at Notre Dame.
How old is Marina Mabrey?
She was born on September 14, 1996, which makes her 29 years old as of 2026.
What team does Marina Mabrey play for?
As of the latest available sources, she plays for the Toronto Tempo.
Marina Mabrey stats
ESPN lists her at 5'11" and 170 pounds, playing guard. In 2026, she averaged 25.3 points per game in Unrivaled and set a league single-game scoring record with 47 points there; she also tied the WNBA single-game scoring record with 53 points in a separate 2026 game.
Marina Mabrey college
She attended Notre Dame, where she won the 2018 NCAA national championship and finished as the program’s all-time leader in three-pointers.
Marina Mabrey trade
Mabrey was traded to the Dallas Wings before the 2020 season, to the Chicago Sky before the 2023 season, and to the Connecticut Sun on July 17, 2024.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marina_Mabrey
    Supports: College career, WNBA draft, team history, overseas career, and 2026 Toronto Tempo note.
  2. WNBA — https://www.wnba.com/player/1629497
    Supports: Draft selection and trade history through July 17, 2024.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/wnba/player/bio/_/id/3904576/marina-mabrey
    Supports: Birthdate, age, height/weight, position, college, and current team listing.
  4. Unrivaled — https://www.unrivaled.basketball/player/marina-mabrey-fj1hf0z16u7d/bio
    Supports: 2026 scoring average and single-game scoring record in Unrivaled.
  5. Notre Dame Fighting Irish — https://fightingirish.com/roster/marina-mabrey/
    Supports: College, hometown, high school, and post-college team history.
  6. USA Basketball — https://www.usab.com/players/marina-mabrey
    Supports: Height, age, hometown, and college.