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LSU women’s basketball star Angel Reese has become a WNBA draft prospect with a mix of strengths and weaknesses, according to league scouts and general managers. Following the LSU women’s basketball team’s’ unsuccessful attempt to defend their title, ending in a 94-87 defeat to Iowa in the Elite Eight on Monday, Reese revealed her transition […]

In a heartwarming display of support, Oregon Ducks legend and current New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu made a surprise visit to Caitlin Clark and the Iowa women’s basketball team on Wednesday as they prepared for their monumental Final Four face-off in Cleveland against UConn. The surprise encounter was not just a meet-and-greet; Ionescu came […]

LSU women’s basketball star Angel Reese announced on Wednesday that she declared for the 2024 WNBA Draft. The decision comes on the heels of the Tiger’s heartbreaking 94-87 loss to Caitlin Clark and Iowa women’s basketball in the Women’s NCAA Tournament Elite Eight on Monday. Reese, who is projected to be a top pick, announced […]

During a conversation on the Gil’s Arena Show Tuesday, Los Angeles Sparks player Lexie Brown delved into a hypothetical dilemma poised by Gilbert Arenas if the Indiana Fever had to choose between Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Brown pointed out the unique dynamics of the Fever’s roster as a potential […]

Amidst the whirlwind of March Madness, Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark has found herself being compared to NBA star Damian Lillard by none other than basketball veteran Gilbert Arenas. The comparison comes as Clark put on an impressive 41-point game to lead Iowa to a nail-biting 94-87 victory over LSU, advancing them to the […]

As the deadline for the decision on whether or not to go pro in the WNBA or return for another year of college basketball looms, LSU women’s basketball star forward Angel Reese remains noncommittal about her future following a tough loss to Iowa on Monday in the NCAA Tournament’s Elite Eight, which dashed the Tigers’ […]

As the Iowa women’s basketball team prepares for their upcoming Final Four matchup against UConn on Friday, head coach Lisa Bluder provided an update that casts doubt on the availability of key player Molly Davis due to injury. “I’m hoping she’ll be back for next weekend. We’ll see,” Bluder said in a tweet via Scott […]

Following a heart-breaking loss to Iowa on Monday in the women’s NCAA Tournament Elite Eight, LSU women’s basketball star Flau’jae Johnson took to social media with a message of resolve and gratitude. Johnson wrote in a tweet Monday, “We will be back, I will be better. Thank you all for the love 😘 thank you […]

During a highly-anticipated rematch of the 2023 national championship,  LSU’s strategy against Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark drew criticism after a game that had fans and analysts alike questioning the coaching decisions of LSU women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey. Despite Mulkey’s well-established reputation as a top-tier coach in college basketball, with a career that […]

In an Elite Eight battle that will resonate in the annals of women’s college basketball, Caitlin Clark’s historic performance guided Iowa women’s basketball to a thrilling 94-87 victory over LSU, sending the Hawkeyes to the Final Four and extinguishing the reigning champions’ hopes of consecutive titles. Clark Dominates the Court Caitlin Clark, the heartbeat of […]

As the excitement around the Iowa women’s basketball program continues to grow, Caitlin Clark, Iowa’s exceptional guard, eclipsed a record previously held by the legendary Diana Taurasi for the most three-pointers made in the NCAA Women’s Tournament history. The historic moment came as Iowa faced off against LSU in a high-stakes Elite 8 matchup on […]

Kamilla Cardoso, the towering talent of South Carolina women’s basketball, made her decision about the 2024 WNBA Draft. On Monday, via a heartfelt Instagram post, the 6-foot-7 center declared her intent to join the draft, closing a collegiate chapter filled with remarkable achievements. Fresh off her commanding performance in the Albany 1 Regional where she […]

Virginia Tech women’s basketball standout point guard, Georgia Amoore, decided to enter the transfer portal, confirmed by the school Monday. The announcement arrives hot on the heels of Virginia Tech’s coach Kenny Brooks’ departure for the head-coaching position at Kentucky, shaking up the Hokies‘ basketball program further. Georgia Amoore, who hails from Australia, was at […]

The Women’s NCAA Tournament was embroiled in controversy on Sunday when it came to light that the 3-point line at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon, was incorrectly marked. The miscalculation was disclosed following the Elite Eight matchup between Texas and North Carolina State, a game that decided a spot in the Final Four. The […]

Hailey Van Lith, the guard who made headlines last year with her transfer from Louisville to LSU women’s basketball, openly discussed the challenges she faced during her transition, particularly noting a drop in scoring and minutes on the court. Despite these obstacles, Van Lith has maintained a resilient attitude during her first season with the […]

In an unparalleled moment for women’s college basketball, the upcoming women’s NCAA Tournament Elite Eight matchups on Monday are setting the stage for what may be the most viewed games in the sport’s history. USC women’s basketball coach Lindsay Gottlieb succinctly captured the enormity of the occasion, predicting a significant impact on viewership. The excitement […]

After five seasons at the helm, aiming to return the University of Tennessee women’s basketball team to its former glory, Kellie Harper has been dismissed as the Lady Vols’ head coach. The move comes in the wake of Tennessee’s 79-72 loss to NC State in the NCAA Tournament’s second round, marking an end to a […]

WNBA legend Sue Bird has issued a stark warning to the league: capitalize on the popularity of young stars like Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and JuJu Watkins or risk losing them to overseas play. In a sports era where the influence of athletes is amplified by social media, college basketball stars like Bueckers and Clark […]

Amid the excitement of the NCAA tournament, Iowa women’s basketball standout Caitlin Clark is the talk of the town, not just for her games, but for her recent invitation to the Team USA basketball training camp and a staggering offer from Ice Cube’s BIG3 league, both of which have elicited candid reactions from her coach […]

Notre Dame women’s basketball star Hannah Hidalgo missed nearly five minutes of the Fighting Irish’s Sweet 16 game vs. Oregon State on Friday after being forced to remove her nose ring in the second quarter. Talia Goodman of The Next Hoops tweeted on X, formerly Twitter, that Hidalgo was being made by officials to remove […]

The Iowa Hawkeyes women’s basketball team faces uncertainty as they gear up for the Sweet 16 against Colorado on Saturday with the news that guard Molly Davis is considered “doubtful” for the upcoming game. The announcement made on Friday by coach Lisa Bluder hints at a hiccup in the team’s strategy. The announcement comes despite […]

LSU women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey is making headlines not only for her team’s NCAA Tournament wins, but also for her fiery comments that have stoked the controversy and brought new attention to women’s basketball. The defending national champions are once again at the epicenter of March Madness, not just for their games but also […]

Stanford women’s basketball coach, Tara VanDerveer, delivered a potent critique of the current women’s March Madness format, advocating for a strategic reevaluation to align with the rapid growth and evolving dynamics of women’s college basketball. Speaking ahead of the Cardinal’s clash on Friday with the NC State Wolfpack in the Portland 4 regional semifinal, VanDerveer, […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark has once again made history, this time by being the only current college player named to the Team USA Basketball’s training camp roster for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics. Scheduled to take place in Cleveland during the women’s Final Four, from April 3-5, the training camp is a crucial […]

South Carolina women’s basketball head coach Dawn Staley hailed UConn women’s basketball star Paige Bueckers as “the most elite player women’s basketball has ever offered.” Known for being choosy with her words, as well as a deep respect for the game and its players, Staley’s praise of Bueckers comes as the UConn guard’s performances continue […]

Caitlin Clark and the Iowa women’s basketball team set a new viewership record for ESPN’s broadcast of the NCAA women’s tournament, attracting 4.90 million viewers for the Hawkeyes’ win on March 25  over West Virginia, the highest for a women’s tournament game excluding Final Fours and title games. The number eclipses the previous record set […]

With a college career that has captivated the hearts of basketball fans nationwide, Caitlin Clark’s final game on the home court was nothing short of emotional. After leading the Iowa women’s basketball team to a tough 64-54 victory against West Virginia on Saturday, the Hawekeyes’ star’s farewell was marked by both personal and team accomplishments. […]

ESPN announced its plans Thursday to honor Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark with a special 96-page tribute print magazine, placing her in the esteemed company of sports legends like Michael Jordan and Tom Brady. The issue, set to hit newsstands on Friday, comes in recognition of Clark’s impact on college basketball, highlighting her status […]

In a recent episode of his podcast, former NBA star Kenyon Martin made headlines by claiming that Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark wouldn’t be able to score a single point in the BIG3 league, despite an unprecedented $5 million offer from the league’s co-founder, Ice Cube. Martin, along with Gilbert Arenas, discussed the physicality […]

Candace Parker, in a candid conversation on Dwyane Wade’s podcast Thursday, shared insightful reflections on how legendary Tennessee women’s basketball coach Pat Summitt was instrumental in Parker’s path to success. As a key figure in the Las Vegas Aces’ recent championship triumph, Parker divulged the unique coaching relationship she had with Summitt that profoundly shaped […]

In the aftermath of Iowa’s latest victories in the NCAA women’s basketball tournament, sports commentators and fans alike have commented on the officiating in games involving star player Caitlin Clark. Despite the overarching dominance of teams like undefeated South Carolina, Iowa’s journey through March Madness has caught the eye of critics and fans alike, not […]

Despite being in its final moments, the Pac-12 Conference has emerged as a formidable force in this year’s NCAA women’s tournament, sending five teams into the Sweet 16, solidifying the conference’s status among the elite in college basketball. UCLA women’s basketball coach Cori Close declared the Pac-12 “the best in the country” after the Bruins’ […]

In a recent episode of Dwyane Wade’s podcast, “The Why” Las Vegas Aces star Candace Parker opened up about the profound impact Allen Iverson had on her career, not just in her style of play but in the ethos Parker brings to the game. Wearing the No. 3 in homage to Iverson, Parker reflected on […]

In a move that could potentially reshape women’s basketball, Ice Cube’s BIG3 league officially extended a $5 million contract offer to Caitlin Clark, confirmed Wednesday by Ice Cube himself. The offer, which stands as a historic moment for the sport, would make Clark the highest-paid women’s basketball player for playing in just 10 games if […]

The Clemson women’s basketball team announced Tuesday that Shawn Poppie has been appointed the new head coach for the team on a six-year contract valued at $3.375 million, lasting through the 2029-30 season. The hiring, sanctioned by the Board of Trustees’ compensation committee, signals a new era for the Tigers, as they look to revitalize […]

Caitlin Clark, the dynamic guard for the Iowa Hawkeyes, has once again etched her name in the annals of NCAA women’s basketball history by breaking another viewership record. The first-round game against Holy Cross in the NCAA women’s basketball tournament, aired on ABC, captured an average of 3.23 million viewers, setting a new precedent for […]

Few names have dominated the headlines this season more prominently than Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark. The Naismith Awards announced their Women’s College Player of the Year award finalists on Tuesday, which includes Clark, USC’s JuJu Watkins, along with Stanford’s Cameron Brink and UConn’s Paige Bueckers vying for the accolade. Clark, in her senior […]

The University of Kentucky women’s basketball team made a significant move Tuesday by appointing Kenny Brooks, the former Virginia Tech women’s basketball coach, to lead their program on a five-year contract. Brooks, known for his remarkable turnaround of the Hokies, which culminated in their first ACC tournament title and a Final Four appearance last season, […]

In an upsetting twist to what should have been a celebratory time, the Utah women’s basketball team faced racial hate crimes during their NCAA Tournament appearance. The incidents, occurring in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, have cast a shadow over the team’s tournament experience and drawn attention to the reality of racism in sports and society at […]