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Guard Tayler Hill re-signs with Washington Mystics

Tayler Hill has re-signed with the Washington Mystics. The guard was selected by the franchise in the first round (fourth overall) in the 2013 WNBA Draft. “Signing Tayler to a long-term contract was one of…

Ten players added to “Wade Watch” list of hopefuls

The WBCA NCAA Division I Coaches’ All-America Selection Committee added 10 additional student-athletes to the “Wade Watch” list of candidates for the 2017 Wade Trophy, the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association announced today. Joining the preseason…

Finalists for the 2017 Nancy Lieberman Award

The Nancy Lieberman Award honors the nation’s top collegiate point guard in women’s Division I basketball.  The selection committee includes Hall of Famer Nancy Lieberman, other Hall of Famers, media members, head coaches and sports information…

Jennifer Azzi on Tara VanDerveer nearing 1,000 career wins

Stanford legend sat courtside with Tara VanDerveer’s mother as the Cardinal worked to try and give their head coach 1,000 career victories. Azzi’s thoughts: She’s obviously going to hit the milestone this season, it’s so…

Washington Mystics re-sign guard Tierra Ruffin-Pratt; recent WNBA transactions

Washington Mystics guard Tierra Ruffin-Pratt has re-signed with the team. She was originally signed as a free agent by the Mystics prior to the 2013 season. “Tierra is one of the best success stories in…

Dallas Wings sign guard Tiffany Bias to a one-year contract

The Dallas Wings signed guard Tiffany Bias to a one-year contract. Bias initially joined the Wings in July of 2016. “Tiffany did a nice job when she joined the team mid-way through last season. She…

Connecticut Sun re-signed veteran point guard Jasmine Thomas

The Connecticut Sun re-signed veteran point guard Jasmine Thomas. Terms of the multi-year deal were not released. “We are excited that Jasmine has signed a multi-year contract with the Sun,” said head coach and general…

Atlanta Dream re-signs guard Meighan Simmons

The Atlanta Dream have re-signed guard Meighan Simmons, the team announced Thursday. “I am super excited to be coming back to Atlanta for the second year in a row,” Simmons said. “Thank you to the…

San Antonio Stars re-sign center Kayla Alexander

The San Antonio Stars re-signed center Kayla Alexander. Per club policy, terms of the contract were not announced. Alexander averaged 8.0 points and 4.5 rebounds in 19.5 minutes last season. She is currently overseas playing…

Atlanta Dream sign free agent point guard Brianna Kiesel to a multi-year contract

The Atlanta Dream have announced the signing of free agent point guard Brianna Kiesel to a multi-year contract. “Signing Brianna was very important for stabilizing our backcourt during the upcoming season,” Head Coach Michael Cooper…

Chicago Sky acquire Stefanie Dolson, guard Kahleah Copper and second round pick in exchange for Elena Delle Donne

The Chicago Sky acquired All-Star center Stefanie Dolson, guard Kahleah Copper and the second overall pick in the 2017 WNBA Draft, in exchange for Elena Delle Donne. “The acquisition of these two players and the…

Atlanta Dream re-signs restricted free agent Layshia Clarendon

The Atlanta Dream re-signed restricted free agent Layshia Clarendon to a multi-year contract. “I’m excited to continue building on my time in Atlanta,” Clarendon said. “This team, staff and city have been an unexpected blessing…

Minnesota Lynx sign veteran free agent Plenette Pierson

The Minnesota Lynx signed veteran free agent Plenette Pierson. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. “We are very excited to have added another player with championship experience to our roster,” said…

Indiana Fever re-sign unrestricted free agent Erlana Larkins and guard Erica Wheeler

The Indiana Fever re-signed unrestricted free agent Erlana Larkins, the franchise’s top rebounder from 2016 . Point guard Erica Wheeler was also re-added. Per team policy, terms of the contracts are not disclosed. Larkins will begin…

San Antonio Stars sign veteran Erika de Souza

The San Antonio Stars today signed three-time WNBA All-Star Erika de Souza. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Erika gives us size and experience in the post,” said Stars General Manager…

Phoenix Mercury acquires Danielle Robinson from San Antonio Stars in exchange for Isabelle Harrison and draft pick

The Phoenix Mercury acquired three-time All-Star point guard Danielle Robinson from the San Antonio Stars in exchange for reserve center Isabelle Harrison and the Mercury’s 2017 first-round pick (fifth overall). “There are not a lot…

WBCA announces participants in the 15th annual “So You Want To Be A Coach” program

The Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) announced the class for the 15th annual “So You Want To Be A Coach” program.  The event is a three-day workshop held March 29-31 in conjunction with the WBCA Convention…

Three team trade includes Carolyn Swords, Kia Vaughn and Bria Hartley

The New York Liberty acquired center Kia Vaughn and guard Bria Hartley from the Washington Mystics while center Carolyn Swords was traded from New York to Seattle. Washington also receives the No. 6 overall pick…

Jim Petersen resigns as Minnesota Lynx associate head coach

Minnesota Lynx associate head coach Jim Petersen is stepping down the franchise announced Thursday. “I have been incredibly fortunate to have had one of the best jobs in the WNBA for the last eight years and it…

Connecticut Sun trades Aneika Henry-Morello to the Atlanta Dream in exchange for Reshanda Gray

List of core players, reserved players, restricted free agents and unrestricted free agents The Connecticut Sun traded Aneika Henry-Morello to the Atlanta Dream in exchange for Reshanda Gray. “We are excited to add Reshanda to…

WNBA 2017: Core players, reserved players, restricted free agents and unrestricted free agents

The list of core players, reserved players, restricted free agents and unrestricted free agents that were on team rosters at the end of the 2016 season. Core Players The Core designation gives that team exclusive negotiating…

Atlanta Dream unveils 10th season logo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9WERerwd9mU The Atlanta Dream unveiled a commemorative logo to recognize the franchise’s 10th season in the WNBA. The Dream opens the regular season at home on Sunday, May 21 against the visiting Chicago Sky.

2017 Ann Meyers Drysdale Award midseason watch list

From the USBWA: The U.S. Basketball Writers Association announced midseason watch list for the Ann Meyers Drysdale Award (Women’s National Player of the Year). Balloting for the USBWA’s Women’s All-America Team and the association’s individual…

NCAA unveils first of three top 16 reveals for 2017

The results of the first of three NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship Sport Committee top 16 reveals took place during the telecast of the Mississippi State vs. South Carolina game Monday evening. Top 16…

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