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[Official] 'Top FA Target' Park Ji-soo Stays with KB! Sets New WKBL Highest Salary... 2-Year Contract, Total Annual Value 500 Million Won

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Lee Wonhee

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Park Ji-soo. /Photo=WKBL
Park Ji-soo. /Photo=WKBL

Park Ji-soo (28), considered the top target in the women's professional basketball free agent (FA) market, will remain with her current team, Cheongju KB Stars.

On the 14th, KB officially announced, "We have signed a FA re-contract with Park Ji-soo. The contract period is two years, with a total annual value of 500 million won."

With this contract, Park Ji-soo has set a new record for the highest annual salary in the WKBL.

A KB official stated, "Park Ji-soo will accompany KB's journey to challenge for a 'back-to-back championship' following last season's overall title. She is expected to serve as team captain next season, playing a central role both on and off the court."

Through the club, Park Ji-soo expressed, "I am grateful to the fans who have always supported me and to the club that has placed deep trust in me. I feel a great sense of responsibility and will show my best efforts alongside my teammates."

Official announcement of Park Ji-soo's re-contract. /Photo=Cheongju KB
Official announcement of Park Ji-soo's re-contract. /Photo=Cheongju KB

Meanwhile, KB Stars successfully concluded negotiations with five of its own players out of a total of 10 FA-eligible players for 2026.

KB stated, "It was a meaningful time to confirm mutual trust with players who have been with us for a long time. We plan to focus on additional team composition."

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