Well, after doing a bit of research (thanks, RebKell!), Valeriya played for Rice University (in Houston, TX) and was selected by the Detroit Shock in the recent draft last month.
She was drafted by the Detroit Shock at #42, right before the Monarchs selected Charel Allen as the 43rd and final pick. The Shock waived Valeriya last week.
However, she's a big girl at 6'4", so we'll find out if she survives what's left of the preseason training camp.
Monarchs Sign Center, Bolster Frontcourt Depth
Debbie Arrington
Sacramento Bee
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
On her way to grad school, Valeriya Berezhynska took a detour to Sacramento and a possible WNBA career. "While I was shopping at the mall, I got a phone call, inviting me here," said the 6-foot-4 center from Rice. "I left my graduation party early to get on a plane to Sacramento." (more)