Note from the Editor Unfortunately, for women of color in sports journalism, Amber’s experience is all too common. I started out in the field as a news reporter on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. It…
The WNBA and Marvel Studios teamed up to create a video that that showcases the “superhero” moves of WNBA players alongside those of Captain Marvel, played by Brie Larsen. The spot comes ahead of the…
STARKVILLE, Miss – Mississippi State’s head coach Vic Schaefer complained about his team’s toughness effort during his Friday press conference, a prominent pillar of Mississippi State’s defensive-minded identity. After returning a week-long break, his players…
After speculation about whether or not she would return to the Minnesota Lynx this season, Maya Moore announced via an essay for the Players’ Tribune that she will not play in the league this season.…
The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame announced the Class of 2019 Beth Bass (Contributor) Joan Cronan (Contributor) Nora Lynn Finch (Contributor) Ticha Penicheiro (International Player) Ruth Riley (Player) Carolyn Bush Roddy (Veteran Player) Valerie Still…
On the first day of WNBA free agency in 2019, the Dallas Wings re-signed forward Kayla Thornton, forward Glory Johnson and center Cayla George. Release from the team: “We are excited to have Kayla as…
On the first day of WNBA free agency in 2019, the signed restricted free agent guard Odyssey Sims to an offer sheet. Because of Sims’ status, Los Angeles has four days to match the offer.…
On the first day of WNBA free agency in 2019, the Los Angeles Sparks re-signed guard Karlie Samuelson. Last season as a rookie she appeared in 20 regular season games and one playoff game for…
Release from the Fever: On the first day of WNBA free agency in 2019, three Indiana Fever stars – Natalie Achonwa, Shenise Johnson and Erica Wheeler – have signed free agent contracts to return to…
The Phoenix Mercury re-signed six-time WNBA All-Defensive team selection Briann January to a multi-year contract. January joined the Mercury from the Indiana Fever prior to the start of the 2018 season. She is also an assistant coach…
Catch up on last week’s news: Hoopfeed Weekly Twitter Digest for week of 1-14-2019 https://t.co/j5VjjNCwQN -> AP Poll for 1/21/19 – 1. Notre Dame 2. Baylor 3. UConn 4. Louisville 5. Oregon https://t.co/RtItFhURCM #ncaaw ->…
The WNBA and NBA Board of Governors unanimously approved the purchase of the New York Liberty by an entity owned by Joe Tsai and his family, Currently, Tsai is a 49 percent minority owner and…
A few hours after sports writer Rachel Galligan broke the news via Twitter that Dallas Wings center Liz Cambage requested a trade from the franchise today, Dallas Wings president and CEO Greg Bibb issued the…
The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame announced its 12 finalists for consideration for induction into its Hall of Fame. The 12 finalists for the Class of 2019 are: Beth Bass (Contributor) Debbie Brock (Veteran Player)…
Reports surfaced last month about a domestic altercation involving Phoenix Mercury assistant coach Todd Troxel and his fiancée. He was charged with misdemeanor assault and disorderly conduct after the altercation which happened on Nov. 30.…
The Los Angeles Sparks hired Danita Johnson as president and chief operating officer of the franchised the team announced Monday. She replaces Christine Simmons who left in December after five seasons to become the first-ever chief…
After resigning as head coach of the Los Angeles Sparks in early November, Brian Agler interviewed for same position with the Dallas Wings this month. The North Texas-based franchise announced today that Agler would be…
The Atlanta Dream returns to playing downtown at the new State Farm Arena during the 2019 season. “I’m thrilled for our organization to have the opportunity to be back in State Farm Arena,” head coach…
The Los Angeles Sparks hired former NBA player Derek Fisher as the franchise’s new head coach following the resignation of Brian Agler last month. The team will hold an introductory press conference for new head…
The Los Angeles Sparks announced today that Brian Agler resigned as head coach of the team. Agler has been the coach of the team since 2015. He actually actually resigned earlier this month but the…
Announcement from the league: The WNBA Board of Governors approved two rules changes that will take effect in the 2019 season. The new rules are related to the simplification of the clear path foul rule…
The Chicago Sky announced James Wade as the team’s new head coach Tuesday morning. Wade is a former assistant with the Minnesota Lynx. The franchise fired former head coach Amber Stocks in late August. Wade…
Statement from the WNBPA: The Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) announced today, the decision to exercise their option to terminate the current Collective Bargaining Agreement, as provided in Article XXXVIII, TERM OF AGREEMENT Section…
After three seasons as president of the WNBA, Lisa Borders is stepping down from her position to become the first-ever president and chief executive officer of Time’s Up, a non-profit that advocates for fair working conditions for women.…
Postgame Press Conference Additional Quotes || Final Standings SAN CRISTOBAL DE LA LAGUNA, TENERIFE, SPAIN – “The World Championship, now the World Cup, is always the hardest one to win,” said veteran USA guard Diana Taurasi…
