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Just the facts: Taurasi and Modafinil

Speculation, fan outrage and unsubstantiated claims have made the rounds of the women’s basketball world after news broke Thursday that WNBA star and former UConn standout Diana Taurasi tested positive for the drug modafinil while…

Phoenix Mercury player Diana Taurasi tests positive for banned substance

Update: The Turkish Sports Federation identified the substance Friday as modafinil, a sleep disorder medication. Taurasi’s “B” sample will not be tested until January 2 at the earliest because of the holidays. Phoenix Mercury guard…

2011 WNBA season tips off June 3

The WNBA tips off its 15th season on Friday, June 3, a later time in the year during previous seasons. The later start date gives players on teams overseas time to attend camp before the…

Donna Orender stepping down as WNBA president

Donna Orender and Amy Mickelson pose for a photo during Fortune Magazine Clinic at the LPGA Samsung World Championship on September 14, 2009 at Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla, California. (Photo By Donald…

Washington Mystics unveil new logo

The Washington Mystics introduced a new logo this week. “We are pleased to introduce the new look of the Washington Mystics,” said Mystics COO Greg Bibb, at a season ticketholder meet and greet with the…

From Russia to the Midwest, Pokey Chatman expects nothing less than success

College coaches who make the career transition to leading a team on the professional level do not always meet with success. Faced with the reality of more fragile job security and owners who seek fast…

Tulsa Shock’s Marion Jones on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart”

The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mon – Thurs 11p / 10c Marion Jones www.thedailyshow.com Daily Show Full Episodes Political Humor Rally to Restore Sanity Marion Jones discusses her new book “On the Right Track”…

Texas A&M’s Gary Blair opines on the demise of the WNBA Houston Comets

In an article in the Houston Chronicle, Texas A&M coach Gary Blair gave his opinion on the demise of the four-time WNBA championship team Houston Comets. Blair, while discussing the plethora of girl’s basketball talent…

Minnesota Lynx win top pick in 2011 WNBA draft

The Minnesota Lynx won the top pick in the tenth annual WNBA Draft Lottery. Connecticut senior Maya Moore is expected to be selected first in the 2011 draft. 2011 WNBA LOTTERY TEAMS Team Record Chances…

Trudi Lacey named Washington Mystics general manager and head coach

After the departure last month of general manager Angela Taylor, Washington Mystics fans eagerly awaited an announcement on her replacement. However, the Mystics not only replaced Taylor, they also hired a new coach. Former general…

Pokey Chatman named general manager and coach for the Chicago Sky

The Chicago Sky has new leadership. Pokey Chatman, a former head coach at Louisiana State, is the new general manager and coach. “I’m looking forward to coaching in a city that has such a great…

Penn State chat on sports credentialing and blogging

Though many major news organizations have found homes on the Internet, some reporters who cover sports online still struggle to get access to the events they write about. At the same time, traditional media outlets…

Los Angeles Sparks seeking a communications manager

During the past WNBA season, new communications directors made their debuts with teams in the league (San Antonio, Tulsa) while others left (New York, Phoenix). Now the Los Angeles Sparks is looking for a communications…

Lauren Jackson Stadium?

The local government of Seattle Storm star Lauren Jackson’s hometown is making moves to name an area stadium after the three-time WNBA MVP. [Full story] October 13, 2010 front page of the Border Mail newspaper:

WNBA star Diana Taurasi on the cover of the next ESPN The Magazine "Body" issue

Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi will grace the cover of ESPN The Magazine’s second annual “Body Issue” that hits newsstands Friday, October 8. Taurasi is the first player in the league to cover the “Body…

USA women win 2010 FIBA World Championship, beat Czech Republic 89-69

Box Score The USA beat the Czech Republic, 89-69, in the 2010 FIBA World Championship for Women on Sunday. A full arena of over 7,000 fans including the country’s leaders, cheered on the home team.…

Washington Mystics statement on the departure of former GM Angela Taylor

Mel Greenberg reported yesterday that Angela Taylor was no longer the general manager of the Washington Mystics. The team’s president and managing partner, Sheila Johnson, issued this statement today: “Angela Taylor’s contract has expired and…

San Antonio Silver Stars fire head coach Sandy Brondello

The San Antonio Silver Stars announced Monday a decision to not renew the contract of head coach Sandy Brondello. Her husband, associate head coach Olaf Lange, will not have his contract picked up by the…

President Obama congratulates the Seattle Storm

Today President Barack Obama called the newly-crowned WNBA Champion Seattle Storm to congratulate the team on its title. The Whie House released this statement: Earlier today, President Obama called members of the Seattle Storm organization,…

Cappie Pondexter speaks: Getting rest, Team USA, Fashion Week and more

Basketball star Cappie Pondexter is not on the squad competing for a title at the 2010 FIBA World Championships in the Czech Republic that begin September 23. According to her Twitter account feed, she decided…

Carol Blazejowski to leave New York Liberty

The New York Liberty announced today that Carol Blazejowski, the team’s President and General Manager, is leaving the team. “Carol has been an integral part of the Liberty from the very beginning,” said Scott O’Neil,…

USA Basketball announces 14 finalists for the 2010 World Championship Team

USA Basketball wrapped up two weeks of exhibition games and training by announcing finalists for the 2010 World Championship squad. The 2010 FIBA World Championship begins September 23 in the Czech Republic, and the U.S.…

Video: Seattle Storm Victory Celebration

King5.com – Friday’s victory rally for the 2010 WNBA champions, the Seattle Storm, at KeyArena.

New LA Sparks president aims to help team become financially viable “for years to come”

Sparks fans wondering who new team president Mike Levy is need only look at his resume. It is pretty long. Most recently he ran the Cleveland Thunderbolts of the Arena Football League until the team…

Seattle wins second WNBA title

Seattle 87, Atlanta 84 Lauren Jackson, Finals MVP Box Score || Video || Parade Info For the second time in the history of the franchise, the Seattle Storm wins a WNBA championship. They defeated the…

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