The Perth Lynx's hopes of ending their 34-year title drought have taken a massive hit after star guard Ally Wilson informed the WNBL club she won't be coming back.

Wilson is currently in the US chasing her WNBA dream, having signed a training camp deal with the Washington Mystics.

The 32-year-old starred during her two-season stint in WA, making the WNBL All-Star First Team on both occasions and helping lift Perth to the 2025/26 grand final.

Wilson averaged 14.2 points, 4.8 assists and 4.7 rebounds per game last season, wearing a face mask for much of that campaign to protect her broken nose.

The loss of Wilson will leave a huge void for the Lynx as they attempt to make up for last season's grand final loss to Townsville Fire and win their first title since 1992.

"Ally has been an outstanding representative of the Perth Lynx over the past two seasons," Lynx general manager Chris Earl said.

"Her competitiveness and connection with our fans made a lasting impact on our program.

"We're grateful for everything she brought to the club and wish her all the very best both in the immediate future - in her time with the Washington Mystics in the WNBA - as well as in the next chapter of her career."

Over at the Geelong Venom, Shyla Heal has advised the club she will be activating her European out-clause, meaning she won't return for next season.

Heal, the daughter of NBL great Shane, averaged 15.75 points and 3.6 assists last season.

Geelong have also lost Jaz Shelley, who has signed with the Sydney Flames on a two-year deal.

Shelley led the league in steals last season (2.57 per game), and also averaged 12.9 points, 4.1 assists and 3.7 rebounds per game.