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The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame will induct Candace Parker and Chamique Holdsclaw next year, spotlighting a class that celebrates transformative talent and lasting impact on the game.
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame has revealed the presenters who will introduce each member of the Class of 2026, highlighting a deep connection between inductees and those who paved the way.
The first Upshot League women's basketball championship will take place on August 29 in Jacksonville, showcasing top teams, a luncheon with Cheryl Miller and Tamika Catchings, and plans for future expansion.
The league celebrates its 30th season, highlighting championship legacies, record‑breaking attendance, a groundbreaking collective bargaining agreement, and plans to add new franchises by 2030.
During Inspiring Women Night, the Fever recognized former WNBA President Val Ackerman with the Lin Dunn Award, highlighting her foundational role and the league’s growing visibility.
Candace Parker, celebrated for her collegiate dominance and WNBA success, will be honored at the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony in Knoxville on Saturday.
Legendary Tennessee star Candace Parker will be honored this weekend as part of a distinguished class, joining a roster of trailblazers whose impact stretches far beyond the court.
Diamond Johnson’s 17.5 points per game average highlights the Upshot League’s first season, a competitive four‑team circuit founded by Donna Orender and Andy Kaufmann that streams every game and aims to grow into a national platform for women’s basketball talent.
The Indiana Fever will present Val Ackerman with the Lin Dunn Inspiring Women Award, celebrating her pivotal role in launching the WNBA and her lasting impact on women’s basketball during the league’s 30th anniversary season.
The Los Angeles Sparks sit at .500 with a 6‑6 record, but inconsistent quarter play and turnover trends pose challenges as the team looks to translate star power into sustained success.
Five former Illini standouts — Genesis Bryant, Kendall Bostic, Jenna Smith, Tauja Catchings and Ashley Berggren — are redefining the path from playing to coaching, joining a growing list of alumni who already serve in Division I roles.