Europe-bound Sami Whitcomb quits Perth Lynx

The Perth Lynx have suffered a massive blow in the lead up to next season with co-captain Sami Whitcomb leaving the club to play in Europe.

Whitcomb has dominated since joining the club three years ago. She set a new WNBL scoring record in 2016-17 and has been selected in the league’s All Star Five in every season she has played.

Her impressive form led to the Seattle Storm signing her to a multi year deal in the WNBA.

Whitcomb signed a two year contract with the Lynx at the end of the 2016-17 season but that included an out-clause if she received a guaranteed offer to play in Europe.

She has notified the Lynx that she has received a European contract and won’t be returning for next season.

The decision is a body blow after a record breaking season.

The Lynx won 14 consecutive games before a highly criticised finals format handed them a horrific travel schedule which saw them miss the grand final.

Australian Opal Lauren Mansfield is the only player currently signed for next season.