Angel Reese’s WNBA debut came with its ups and downs as she put up 12 points on 5 of 13 shooting in the Chicago Sky’s season-opening 87-79 loss to the Dallas Wings on Wednesday night. The “Chi Barbie” put up seven points in the fourth quarter alone after a slow start to her first professional … Read more
Tonight the New York Liberty and the Washington Mystics will face off in the season opener of the WNBA, launching what is set to be a high-stakes season for the league. The league has been riding a recent groundswell of interest in women’s basketball. With 36 million total unique viewers across all national networks, the … Read more
Less than two weeks into her WNBA retirement, Candace Parker is already taking on a new responsibility. The former All-Star was named president of Adidas women’s basketball on Wednesday, moving into the position after being affiliated with the company for more than a decade. “Stepping into this new leadership role is a deeply personal next … Read more
Basketball legend Candace Parker is set to make her mark off the court—as the newly appointed president of Adidas women’s basketball. The WNBA star shocked fans and players alike at the end of April by announcing her retirement. Parker, who played 16 seasons in the league, is practically synonymous with women’s basketball. The news that … Read more
The Sports Bra is gearing up to expand and franchise after Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian was announced as the company’s first-ever investor. The Sports Bra, a pioneering establishment, was the first of its kind to exclusively showcase women’s sports when it debuted in Portland in April 2022. The 776 Foundation, led by Ohanian, is set … Read more
In 1999, the U.S. women’s soccer team captivated sports fans across the globe when it won the World Cup and became the first team in the female league to do so on home soil. The championship title was a pivotal moment for women’s sports that inspired a generation of young girls, among them Miranda Spencer … Read more
Caitlin Clark, a rising star of women’s basketball, was recently selected by the Indiana Fever as the number one overall pick in the 2024 WNBA draft held in Brooklyn. Her selection has generated a lot of buzz, and her entry into the league is expected to attract a considerable audience, considering her impressive college career … Read more
4/17: CBS Evening News – CBS News Watch CBS News Justice Department nears settlement with Larry Nassar victims; Caitlin Clark’s salary highlights pay disparity between NBA and WNBA Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On Read original article here Denial of responsibility! … Read more
LOS ANGELES — It is safe to say that Cameron Brink, Rickea Jackson and McKenzie Forbes are looking forward to playing for the Sparks in the WNBA. The trio of rookies are also ready to cut themselves some slack to navigate the inevitable ups and downs they will face during the upcoming season. “I think … Read more
Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! I’m Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures. Each week this newsletter explores inclusive approaches to leadership drawn from conversations with executives and entrepreneurs, and from the pages of Inc. and Fast Company. If you received this newsletter from a friend, you can sign up to get it yourself every Monday … Read more
