From Left: Courtney Vandersloot and Allie Quigley in Las Vegas on July 14, 2023.
Courtney Vandersloot recently made headlines in the sports world as she surpassed her wife Allie Quigley’s all time scoring record for the Chicago Sky, marking a moment of celebration, humor, and love all in one. With Allie and their daughter Jana watching from the stands, Vandersloot scored 13 points during the Sky’s victory over the Dallas Wings on Thursday, May 29, bringing her career total to 3,728 points. That milestone nudged her past Quigley’s previous record of 3,273 points, making it a truly historic evening for the couple.
The defining moment took place in the third quarter, and Quigley’s beaming pride was unmistakable as she pulled out her phone to capture the shot that would mark the new record. The sweet video quickly found its way across social media, resonating with fans everywhere.
But it wasn’t just the points that made headlines. Vandersloot also tallied nine assists and four steals, contributing across the board in the team’s dynamic win. After the game, she playfully took to Instagram Stories to share her wife’s reaction, joking, “A little happy, a little mad,” alongside a throwback photo of the two from their days on the court. The caption read simply, “She will always be my number one.”
Though Quigley, 38, has not officially announced retirement, she has stepped away from active seasons since 2022, concluding a remarkable tenure with the Sky that began in 2013.
Reflecting on her journey with the team, Vandersloot told reporters, including the Chicago Sun Times, “It just speaks to the commitment I made to the Chicago Sky and their commitment to me. They drafted me and let me grow. We went through tough seasons together. It wasn’t always easy.”
Earlier this year, PEOPLE shared the joyful news that the couple had welcomed their daughter Jana. “We are over the moon to welcome our baby girl to the world,” they shared warmly. “We have been dreaming of this moment for a long time, and it’s even more beautiful than we imagined.”
Courtney Vandersloot and Allie Quigley, affectionately known by fans as the VanderQuigs, tied the knot in December 2018. While their relationship remained private in its early years, the couple eventually stepped into the public eye, sharing their journey on Instagram and becoming the first married pair to win a professional sports championship together.
Their story continues to inspire on and off the court reminding the world that love, dedication, and mutual respect are the greatest wins of all.