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Jewell Loyd’s 26-point game led the Seattle Storm to a 95-71 victory over the Dallas Wings on Monday night. However, Loyd was quick to credit the team’s collective effort for Seattle’s fourth consecutive win. “Everyone wants to contribute and everyone wants to play, so we kind of look at it as if we do our […]

Following Phoenix Mercury’s 83-72 loss to the Connecticut Sun on Monday, guard Natasha Cloud didn’t mince words about the team’s defensive struggles. Despite the offensive capabilities and the shots they were able to create, Cloud stressed the critical need for better defense if the team wants to win future games. “For me, it’s not about […]

The Dallas Wings have faced a challenging season so far, as the team has struggled with injuries and a series of losses. Despite a recent three-game winning streak, the team’s overall performance has been inconsistent. Arike Ogunbowale, the Wings’ star guard, provided her perspective on the difficulties the team has faced. “It’s definitely tough. You […]

Coco Gauff made an impressive comeback at Wimbledon Monday, overcoming her previous year’s first-round exit with a 6-1, 6-2 win over fellow American Caroline Dolehide. The win not only advanced her in the tournament but also marked an emotional milestone for the 20-year-old tennis star. “Last year I lost in the first round and it […]

Legendary former Lakers star and current majority owner of the Los Angeles Sparks Magic Johnson, shared his insights on the impact Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have had on basketball, particularly the WNBA. In a phone interview with The Associated Press, Johnson highlighted how these two players transformed the landscape of college basketball and are […]

Kim Ng, a trailblazer in MLB, is shifting her focus to women’s sports as she takes on the role of senior advisor for the Athletes Unlimited Softball League, set to launch in 2025. Ng, who made history as the first female general manager in the four major North American professional sports leagues with the Miami […]

The Seattle Storm are currently enjoying a seven-game home winning streak, but according to head coach Noelle Quinn, the team is still a “work in progress.” Despite recent successes, Quinn emphasizes that there is room for improvement as the team continues to develop throughout the season. On Saturday night, the Storm secured a 97-76 victory […]

Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese has gone viral with her new custom ‘Reese’s Pieces’ shoes, designed by Marvin Baroota. Baroota, known for his unique shoe designs, revealed the new shoes on Saturday on his X account. The design, inspired by Reese’s Pieces candy, features the candy’s orange and yellow color scheme. Baroota’s creation includes several […]

Jewell Loyd delivered a standout performance, scoring 23 of her season-high 34 points in the first half, as the Seattle Storm defeated the Indiana Fever 89-77 on Thursday night. Playing through most of the game with a swollen left eye, Loyd overshadowed the Fever and Caitlin Clark, securing a key win for Seattle. Loyd’s offensive […]

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert recently addressed the conversation surrounding Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark’s treatment in the league, emphasizing the rigorous adjustment process required for all rookies. Appearing on Today with Hoda and Jenna on Thursday, Engelbert highlighted the contrast between NCAA basketball and the WNBA, noting, “I think our fans are adjusting. The fans […]

The Minnesota Lynx faced a harsh reality check in their recent 94-88 loss to the Dallas Wings, snapping their seven-game win streak. Lynx star Napheesa Collier did not hold back in her assessment of the game, blaming the team’s defensive shortcomings. “We weren’t ready to defend today,” Collier said after the game, where she recorded […]

The Dallas Wings ended their 11-game losing streak by defeating the Minnesota Lynx 94-88 on Thursday. The Lynx, just coming off their Commissioner’s Cup victory against the New York Liberty, were riding a seven-game win streak. The key to the’ win, according to Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale, was their defense and maintaining momentum during tough […]

Indiana Fever forward Damiris Dantas expressed her excitement about returning to play after recovering from an MCL injury that kept her sidelined for four months. Dantas, a seasoned WNBA player with nine years of experience, joined the Fever on a two-year contract in February but had to delay her debut due to her injury. Now […]

The USWNT will be heading to the Olympics without one of its most iconic players, Alex Morgan. The decision to leave Morgan off the USWNT’s 18-player Olympic roster, as well as the list of alternates, has been a significant talking point. The key factor behind this decision, according to head coach Emma Hayes, is versatility. […]

Chicago Sky center Elizabeth Williams will miss the rest of the 2024 WNBA season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn meniscus in her right knee. The injury occurred three weeks ago during a game against the Washington Mystics. The news was confirmed Thursday on X, formerly Twitter, by Meghan L. Hall of USA Today. […]

The Atlanta Dream are staying optimistic about this season’s prospects despite the recent setback of losing their top scorer, Rhyne Howard, to an ankle injury. Veteran player Tina Charles has stepped up, providing leadership and scoring to keep the Dream competitive as they navigate this period without Howard. “(Dream coach) Tanisha (Wright) always says we […]

The Minnesota Lynx are making a powerful statement in the WNBA following their victory over the New York Liberty to claim the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup Trophy. Star forward Napheesa Collier, who was named the game’s MVP, said the team is focused on its potential and determination to achieve even greater success this season. “We have […]

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson took to social media Tuesday to express her frustration with Just Women’s Sports after the outlet criticized the logo for her upcoming signature shoe line with Nike. Wilson said she was frustrated with the negative remarks coming from a platform intended to support women’s sports. Wilson’s new emblem, which […]

In a surprising turn of events, USWNT forward Alex Morgan will not be joining the team headed to Paris for the Olympics this summer. Following the USWNT Olympic roster announcement by coach Emma Hayes Wednesday, Morgan took to social media to express her disappointment. “Today, I’m disappointed about not having the opportunity to represent our […]

As the New York Liberty hold onto their top spot in the WNBA Eastern Conference, their biggest threat to maintaining that position comes from the relentless Connecticut Sun. Here’s why the Sun, currently in second place, pose a significant challenge to the Liberty’s quest to win the East. The Sun’s drive this season With a […]

The rivalry between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese continues to captivate audiences, setting new viewership records for the WNBA. The latest matchup on Sunday, featuring the Chicago Sky’s narrow 88-87 victory over the Indiana Fever, drew an average of 2.302 million viewers on ESPN, marking it as the most-watched WNBA game in 23 years. The […]

Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark, former Iowa women’s basketball star, has been drawing comparisons to WNBA legend Maya Moore. Lisa Bluder, Clark’s former coach at Iowa, highlighted Clark’s off-court impact, likening her to Moore, who was a significant role model for Clark growing up. Bluder emphasized that Clark’s influence extends beyond her basketball skills, impacting […]

Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever rookie and former Iowa women’s basketball star, recently reflected on her historic college career after being named the 2024 Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year. Clark received the CWSA Honda Cup for the second consecutive year, making her the fourth athlete to win the award multiple times, alongside legends like […]

Las Vegas Aces rookie Kate Martin recently shared her thoughts on the pressures facing her former Iowa teammate, Caitlin Clark, as the latter navigates her rookie season with the Indiana Fever. Martin highlighted the unrealistic expectations placed on Clark and the challenges that come with her growing fame. “I think people are really hard on […]

USC women’s basketball star JuJu Watkins recently faced a new kind of pressure at Dodger Stadium, where she threw out the ceremonial first pitch before the Freeway Series matchup between the Los Angeles Angels and Dodgers on Saturday. Watkins, known for her basketball prowess, admitted to feeling nervous before the first pitch. “This is probably […]

Sha’Carri Richardson secured her spot at the Paris Olympics with a standout performance in the 100-meter final at the U.S. Olympic trials Saturday, clocking a remarkable 10.71 seconds. This time, the fastest by any woman this year, earned Richardson the gold medal at Hayward Field on Saturday night. The victory marked a significant milestone in […]

The Minnesota Lynx have enjoyed a strong start to the 2024 WNBA season, leading the Western Conference with a 12-3 record. Their success has been driven by standout performances from Napheesa Collier and Kayla McBride. Collier, averaging 20.7 points and 10.1 rebounds per game, per ESPN, continues to be a force on both ends of […]

Caitlin Clark is near the top of WNBA All-Star voting after the first round of fan returns. The league announced Friday that Clark is second only to Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson. The WNBA All-Star Game is slated for July 20 at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, featuring the WNBA All-Stars against the U.S. […]

Five-time Olympic medalist Lilly King made headlines for more than just her swimming prowess on Thursday night at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials. King, 27, qualified for her second event of the 2024 Paris Olympics by finishing second in the 200-meter breaststroke behind Kate Douglass at Lucas Oil Stadium. However, the moment that truly stole […]

The rematch between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese this weekend has already set a new record in the WNBA. Ticket prices for the game between Clark’s Indiana Fever and Reese’s Chicago Sky have soared, with an average price of $253, according to TickPick. This figure is 187% higher than the Sky’s average ticket price of […]

In a game characterized more by grit than grace, the Minnesota Lynx managed to pull off a 68-55 victory over the Atlanta Dream Wednesday night at Target Center. Their fifth consecutive win, and eighth in nine games, propelled the Lynx to second place in the WNBA standings with a 12-3 record. Despite the success, Lynx […]

In what could become a setback for the U.S. 3×3 Olympic team, Atlanta Dream guard Rhyne Howard suffered an ankle sprain during Wednesday’s game against the Minnesota Lynx. Howard, who was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 WNBA Draft and the league’s Rookie of the Year, left the game in the third quarter […]

In a game that will go down in the record books for its historic three-point shooting, the Phoenix Mercury ended the New York Liberty’s eight-game winning streak with a 99-93 victory on Tuesday night at the Footprint Center. The game saw both teams combine for a record-breaking 33 three-pointers, the most ever in a WNBA […]

Aaliyah Edwards, the rookie forward for the Washington Mystics, has been receiving high praise from her veteran teammates as she navigates her first season in the WNBA. Despite not having the same high-profile recognition as fellow rookies like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, Edwards has made a name for herself through her hard work and […]

UConn women’s basketball star guard Paige Bueckers, has made it clear that her approach for her final college season will be significantly more aggressive as she pursues her ultimate goal: a national championship. Bueckers, who has had an illustrious yet tumultuous college career, is determined to make the most of her last year at UConn. […]

Caitlin Clark, the star rookie of the Indiana Fever, missed out on a historic financial opportunity due to her agent’s actions, according to Ice Cube. The rapper and entrepreneur, who founded the BIG3 basketball league, revealed that Clark was offered a $5 million contract to play in the BIG3 for two years. The deal would […]

Las Vegas Aces point guard Chelsea Gray is set to make her season debut on Wednesday night against the Seattle Storm, marking her return after being sidelined since last season’s WNBA Finals with a left foot injury. The Aces, who have struggled early this season, are looking to Gray to provide a much-needed boost. Aces […]

The WNBA has needed a rivalry that can captivate audiences and boost the league’s profile. The growing rivalry between Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky is doing just that, despite—or perhaps because of—the drama that surrounds it. This rivalry, which dates back to their college days, is proving […]

The Minnesota Lynx secured a solid 90-78 victory over the Dallas Wings at Target Center Monday, notching their fourth consecutive win and their seventh in the past eight games. Natisha Hiedeman, who had been dealing with a sore ankle, emerged as the game-changer for the Lynx in front of their largest crowd of the season, […]