The Belgium Women's national basketball team, known as the "Belgian Cats," has undergone a spectacular transformation, rising from obscurity to become one of the most exciting and successful teams in the world. Governed by the Royal Belgian Basketball Federation, the team is based in Brussels and plays at the Sportpaleis in Antwerp for major events. The catalyst for this rise was the emergence of a generational talent in Emma Meesseman, whose MVP performance led Belgium to a historic gold medal at EuroBasket Women 2023. This victory crowned a journey that included a first-ever Olympic appearance in 2020. The Cats play a dynamic, modern style built around Meesseman's unique skills as a point-center, complemented by shooters like Julie Allemand. Their success has sparked a basketball boom in Belgium. From underdogs to champions, the Belgian Cats are now a celebrated national team and a force to be reckoned with globally.