Los Angeles Sparks fans might be counting down the days until the WNBA season tips off again, but Cameron Brink is making sure the offseason stays interesting. The No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft has been all over social media lately, and her latest post had followers doing a double take.
Brink, who just wrapped up a career-best season with the Sparks, averaged 9.5 points and 5.0 rebounds per game. It was a strong comeback year for the Stanford product, who has battled injuries in recent seasons. But while her on-court game continues to grow, her off-court presence is also booming.
Earlier this month, Brink partnered with FIJI Water for a sponsored post. In the photos, she's seen holding a bottle while wearing dark yoga pants, and the reaction was immediate. Fans flooded the comments with praise. "Sorry, distracted by those obliques," one user wrote. "So beautiful," another added. "Dope fit," chimed in a third.
It's not the first time Brink has made waves away from the hardwood. She's been featured in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit and has spoken openly about the challenges female athletes face when it comes to body image. "I think it's always really hard to be a woman in this world, but especially a female athlete," Brink told SI Swimsuit. "Am I supposed to look more feminine? Am I supposed to look more athletic? What's the balance? What do people think? My femininity—I hold that very close to my self-image, so it's definitely gone back and forth. I think every female athlete's had a really rough go with body image. But I'm definitely glad I've gotten to a really good place, and I'm able to do stuff like this with SI Swimsuit. It's just very empowering, so I hope everyone can get to a point like this."
Her openness and confidence have resonated with fans, much like other athletes who have gone viral for their fashion and lifestyle posts, such as the recent Dolphins cheerleader's swimsuit snap that sent NFL fans into a frenzy. Brink's ability to connect with her audience is part of what makes her such a compelling figure in the sport.
Off the court, Brink is also preparing for a major life milestone. She's set to marry her longtime partner, Ben Felter, this November. The couple has been together for about six years. In an interview with People, Brink shared how Felter has influenced her interests. "My boyfriend has turned me into a huge art lover," she said. "I love pottery and watercolor, even though I'm terrible. It's really lovely to just sit down and work your brain in a different way for a little bit."
As she gears up for her wedding and another WNBA season, Brink continues to balance her athletic career with her growing public persona. Her yoga pants photo is just the latest example of how she's captivating fans beyond the game. Whether she's draining threes or turning heads on Instagram, Brink is a rising star worth watching.
