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The Connecticut Sun athlete, Jacy Sheldon, has been making headlines recently. And for all the wrong reasons. Known for her defensive prowess on the hardwood, Sheldon recently made noise after her physical altercations surrounding Indiana Fever athletes, Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham. But here’s the thing – there’s much more about her that defines how committed she is to the future of basketball. Because off the court, Jacy’s building players. As the Director of Player Development at Ohio State, she’s essentially the basketball version of a multi-tasking queen, shaping future stars while still polishing herself. “Being a part of the game in a different way and a different perspective I think is going to help me develop my WNBA play even more,” she said.

So, yes, this is quite an intriguing player in the WNBA. And today, let us take a look at her net worth, contract details, and understand her salary structure in the W.

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What is Jacy Sheldon’s net worth?

Jacy Sheldon’s net worth is estimated at $2 million. Her WNBA contract with the Dallas Wings and the Connecticut Sun formed the core of her whopping net worth. Moreover, her various endorsements, NIL deals, brand partnerships, and various campaigns also add to her net worth. Besides, her appearances in the Australian league, WNBL, her role as a Player Development Director for the Ohio State Buckeyes program, and player bonuses and equities majorly contribute to her million-dollar net worth. 

What is Jacy Sheldon’s contract breakdown?

According to the Spotrac website, Jacy Sheldon signed a lucrative four-year contract worth $324,383 with the Dallas Wings last year. The rookie contract included an average annual salary of $81,096. However, she was traded to the Connecticut Sun as part of a large four-team deal in 2025.

Now, Sheldon is expected to earn a base salary of $74,909 while carrying a cap hit of $74,909 during her first year with the new team. This amounts to a total cash cumulative of $148,348 for two years. Here is a tabular breakdown of the athlete’s contract details:

YearTeamContract TypeBase Salary Cap Hit Notes
2025Connecticut Sun 3 Years$74,909$74,909Unprotected Free Agent
2024Dallas Wings 4 Years$73,439$73,439Rookie Contract

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What is Jacy Sheldon’s salary?

As a rookie, Sheldon earned a $73,439 salary during her stint with the Dallas Wings. But this amount is expected to increase to $74,909 under the Connecticut Sun in 2025. If the player continues in the team, she will receive a whopping salary worth $82,399 in 2026, with a cash cumulative of $230,747. Meanwhile, the guard will get a further raise in 2027, with a salary of $93,636 – completing the terms of the $324,383 contract.

Jacy Sheldon’s Career Earnings

Jacy’s WNBA career earnings amount to a sum of $73,439 in 2024. The point guard also earns from her position as the Director of Player Development for the Ohio State college women’s basketball team. Moreover, Jacy has secured multiple channels of income through her international appearances, brand partnerships, endorsements, NIL deals, and various online and offline campaigns. Also, she has hosted and participated in several charity events. These events help local businesses and will eventually increase their market value.

Here is a tabular breakdown of Sheldon’s career earnings as of 2025:

CategoryDetailsNotes
WNBA Salary Earnings$73,439 in 1 season. $73,439 in 2024 with Dallas Wings. Expected to earn $148,348 by 2025, with a base salary of $74,909 in 2025 with the Connecticut SunSigned four-year rookie contract with Wings (2024)
Endorsements & SponsorshipsBrand Campaigns, Collaborations, NIL deals with athletic and sportswear brands like HOLO Footwear and Crossover Culture. She even signed an NIL deal with a clothing brand, Express, and a restaurant chain named Wings OverAll the endorsements add to her Market value and are estimated under the total net worth
Overseas Play EarningsAdditional income from playing in international leaguesPlayed for Townsville Fire in WNBL, Australia (2024)
Bonuses & IncentivesIncludes performance incentives, All-Star selections, and playoff achievementsBonuses linked to team performance and personal achievements
Other Revenue StreamsEarnings from community appearances, online and offline campaigns, and charity events. Director of Player Development for the Ohio Buckeyes women’s teamActive in community events and fundraisers, enhancing her marketability

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A Look at Jacy Sheldon’s College and Professional Career

Born on August 23, 2000, in Ohio, Jacy Sheldon has been playing basketball since her high school days. She represented Dublin Coffman High School, Ohio. The guard averaged 26.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, 6 assists, and 5.2 steals per game during her junior year. It was this unwavering passion for basketball that led young Jacy to win several accolades. She won the Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association Division I Co-Player of the Year during her junior season.

The school was just a playground- a blueprint of what Jacy Sheldon’s professional career would look like. And Sheldon utilised these opportunities to the fullest. She scored a whopping 28.3 points, 7.1 rebounds, 6.5 assists, and 5.1 steals per game during her senior year. And the state coach association awarded her with Division I Player of the Year honors. Not to mention, this is a huge feat for a young basketball player in her teens.

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Besides, it was only natural to witness ESPN’s 5-star recruit continue her passion at the Ohio State University. Having said that, Sheldon created a stir in her freshman season with 9.6 points per game and a freshman high score of 23 points. But this was nothing for the star as she went on to average her career-high of 33 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists in the year 2022.

No wonder she became the 5th overall pick in the 2024 WNBA draft. The Dallas Wings inducted the rookie under a 4-term deal. After averaging 5.4 points and 2.5 assists in 40 games with the Wings, Sheldon landed in the Connecticut Sun. Currently in the Sun, the athlete has garnered over 7.3 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in the 2025 regular season so far.

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