The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) 3x3 website announced Wednesday that the 26-year-old player was named the world's best women's 3x3 player of 2025.
Driessen has won MVP awards in numerous prestigious events, including the World Cup, the European Championship, and several Women's Series. Her versatility as a two-way player, playing both offense and defense, has made the Netherlands nearly unbeatable whenever she takes the field.
He was absent at the end of the season and the world number one ranking was actually occupied by his teammate, namely Janis Ndiba.
Ndiba was the ideal partner for Driessen and performed consistently throughout the season. The two combined to form a lethal partnership that cemented the Netherlands' dominance in women's 3x3 basketball.
Besides Driessen, several other women's 3x3 basketball players also achieved impressive results throughout 2025 and left a strong mark on the international stage.
From European dominance to Asian surprises, these players have been central figures in defining this year's women's 3x3 season.
From Asia, Khulan Onolbaatar, came into the spotlight after leading Mongolia to a historic silver medal at the 3x3 World Cup held on home soil.
Onolbaatar emerged as a team leader and decisive force at crucial moments, continuing his impressive form since the Asia Cup at the start of the year.
Meanwhile, Sandra Ygueravide of Spain has once again proven her quality despite approaching 41 years of age. She successfully won a European Championship medal and has demonstrated remarkable consistency throughout her career.
Turning to the Americas, Canadian player Saicha Grant-Allen also stole the spotlight with the MVP title in the 2025 Champions Cup, as well as contributing to the bronze medal win at the World Cup.
Then Hortense Limouzin from France also stood out with CS Rapid Bucharest in the Women's Series and led various statistical categories as well as buzzer beaters .
These players have confirmed the high quality and competitiveness of the women's 3x3 basketball tournament, which will be held by FIBA throughout 2025.
