
Natalie Nakase Leads Golden State Valkyries Toward Playoff Contention
Natalie Nakase’s second season with the Golden State Valkyries is marked by a healthier roster, a 9‑5 record and a renewed emphasis on defensive intensity.
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Natalie Nakase’s second season with the Golden State Valkyries is marked by a healthier roster, a 9‑5 record and a renewed emphasis on defensive intensity.

Azzi Fudd, the top 2026 draft pick, has signed with the newly launched international basketball league Project B, joining a roster of WNBA stars in a venture backed by tech veterans and LeBron James' partner, aiming for a global schedule that blends sport with business equity.

Gabby Williams, a two‑time Olympian and defensive stalwart, has committed to Unrivaled, the 3x3 league co‑founded by her former UConn teammates Breanna Stewart and Naphessa Collier, signaling a bold move toward a new competitive format.

Gabby Williams, a two‑time Olympian and defensive standout, has signed a multi‑year deal with Unrivaled, the 3x3 basketball league co‑founded by her former UConn teammates.

Despite a 4‑12 record, the Mercury are leaning on veteran stars and new chemistry, from Napa wine‑tasting trips to film sessions, hoping to turn resilience into wins.

Gabby Williams, a two‑time Olympic medalist and defensive stalwart, has committed to Unrivaled for its third season, bringing her elite skill set to a league co‑founded by her UConn teammates.

The independent baseball franchise called off its scheduled Pride Night game after several roster members declined to wear rainbow‑sleeved uniforms, choosing instead to forfeit the match while still supporting the event with a $10,000 contribution to the Rainbow Rose Center.

A look at the career milestones that led to Bernadette Locke-Maddox's upcoming Hall of Fame induction.

Brooks Koepka tops the leaderboard at Shinnecock Hills as Jena Sims makes a quiet appearance, while the writer reflects on day drinking, baseball ejections, and the upcoming College World Series and FIFA events.

A look at the five Lady Vols on WNBA rosters, the early statistics of Harrison and Burrell, the knee injury that ended Jackson’s season, and the global spread of Tennessee alumni.

ESPN’s upcoming ‘Women’s Sports Sunday’ will take over the former ‘Sunday Night Baseball’ slot, showcasing WNBA and NWSL games while reflecting a broader industry shift driven by rising interest in female athletes and new sponsorship deals.

Ole Miss reveals a balanced 2026 conference schedule, highlighted by home games against South Carolina and Texas, and the addition of top transfers Talaysia Cooper and Jada Richard.

The University of Mississippi unveiled its full SEC slate for the 2026 women's basketball season, featuring a balanced home‑and‑away format, a Dec. 31 kickoff, and a concluding tournament in Greenville, S.C.

The Portland Fire and Seattle Storm are set to meet again after a 24‑year hiatus, sparking renewed excitement across the league and among supporters.

Angel Reese’s 17 rebounds, including a franchise‑best 11 on the offensive glass, powered the Atlanta Dream to a 102‑77 win over the Toronto Tempo, a performance that also saw Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard add crucial contributions.

A clutch fadeaway by Sonia Citron with half a second left caps a comeback win for the Washington Mystics over the Toronto Tempo.

A recent overtime win for the Indiana Fever showcased Caitlin Clark’s scoring prowess, yet analyst Tyrone Johnson’s remarks have reignited debates over her behavior and likability in the league.

adidas has announced a new brand partnership with Kelsey Plum, the two‑time WNBA champion and Olympic gold‑medalist who has become one of the most recognizable faces in women’s basketball. The agreement marks the latest addition to adidas’s expanding roster of female athletes, which already features Candace Parker, Aliyah Boston and Satou Sabally.

The partnership with Adidas, announced ahead of the 2026 WNBA season, highlights the brand's expanding commitment to women's basketball and features Plum wearing the Crazy Energy sneaker while she advocates for future generations.
Veteran WNBA star Nancy Lieberman credits Caitlin Clark for the league’s new collective bargaining agreement, which has boosted player salaries, introduced a revenue‑sharing model and elevated the sport’s profile across the United States.

After a thumb injury, Isabelle Harrison returned to the Toronto Tempo, delivering 14 points, six rebounds and a steal while providing leadership that resonates with younger teammates and fans

Stanford announced the hiring of Steven Key, a coach with more than 20 years of experience across the WNBA, Europe and college ranks, to replace Katy Steding, who is set to enter the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.

Veteran coach Nancy Lieberman credits Caitlin Clark with catalyzing the WNBA’s first collective bargaining agreement, a deal that has unlocked unprecedented salary growth and benefits for the league’s athletes.

Whoopi Goldberg defends Donald Trump's NBA Finals attendance, Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne charm young baseball fans, and a series of off‑beat anecdotes round out a day of sports‑centric chatter.