Super excited to share this one!

Whether players are waiting for their turn in the #WNBA or staying sharp in the offseason, Athletes Unlimited has become a top destination. Our @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social caught up with several players ahead of Year 5 on what they love about the league:

The SEC will be well represented at next year's Oui Play, writes @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social. www.thenexthoops.com/features/sou...

After being arrested Thursday for simple possession of marijuana, Ruby Whitehorn was dismissed from the Tennessee Lady Vols basketball team. @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social has more details on Whitehorn's dismissal. www.thenexthoops.com/features/rub...

Our @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social spoke with Vanderbilt coach Shea Ralph and her mother, Marsha Lake, about the ever-changing landscape of #NCAAW ahead of the team's trip to Paris.

The Seattle Storm have reportedly settled on a new head coach, former New York Liberty assistant Sonia Raman. Our @munson-bella.bsky.social has more:

Entering her second season at the helm, Kim Caldwell has Tennessee ready to contend in the SEC. ✍️ @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social

We are so back

Rori Harmon is ready for her fifth and final season with the Texas Longhorns. @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social on what her previous four years, including a season-ending injury, have taught her about leadership and finishing strong: www.thenexthoops.com/ncaaw/rori-h...

From @thomascostello.bsky.social: Rutgers has undergone some transitions, but they're ready to defy expectations this season: www.thenexthoops.com/ncaaw/big-te...

Revenue sharing has only been in effect for a few months, but it's already affecting #NCAAWBB recruiting. Our @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social spoke with Dawn Staley and Vic Schaefer to get a sense of the impact on two elite SEC programs.

“When the owner of the NBA team and the WNBA team is the same person, they can transfer revenue and costs however they want." Just how did we get to this point where the WNBA might have a work stoppage? Looking at the CBA and what's next | @sfchronicle.com www.sfchronicle.com/sports/artic...

Lynette Woodard fulfilled her dream of playing for the Harlem Globetrotters with a little help from... Scooby-Doo? @draveszachary.bsky.social spoke to the women's hoops legend about how she became a Globetrotter 40 years ago:

"Is she the GOAT now? Is she just on track to be the GOAT? And what will she do next?" With the Aces up 2-0 in the #WNBAFinals, questions about A'ja Wilson's all-time greatness are unavoidable. @zacklward.bsky.social goes deep on whether A'ja is already the GOAT: buff.ly/reNsYBK #WNBA

Exit interviews are typically more thematic, a look backwards and forwards. Not for the Indiana Fever: www.thenexthoops.com/features/ind...

Sacha Washington missed the 2024-25 season, but she's back, and she's ready to take Vanderbilt to a new level. The latest from @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social out of Nashville: www.thenexthoops.com/ncaaw/vander...

The Fever's unforgettable season continues, as Indy forced a Game 5 of their #WNBAPlayoffs semifinal series. @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social goes deep on what this season of adversity and achievement has meant to the Fever and their fans: www.swishappeal.com/e/65088 #WNBAsky

The Minnesota Lynx fought hard, but were unable to defeat the Phoenix Mercury, who advance to the WNBA finals. @seehafer.bsky.social on how the season ended for the Lynx: www.thenexthoops.com/features/the...

@tonyreast.bsky.social is live from Gainbridge Fieldhouse, where the Indiana Fever defeated the Las Vegas Aces to force Game 5 #WNBAPlayoffs

It was a difficult decision to reinstate Ruby Whitehorn, our @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social reports. But here's how Tennessee's Kim Caldwell described her reasoning and what comes next #NCAAW www.thenexthoops.com/ncaaw/lady-v...

The Liberty begin their 2025 #WNBA playoff journey in less than a half an hour. For @theixbasketball.bsky.social I dove deep into the team's leader head coach Sandy Brondello and the unique strengths she brings to a team like the Liberty in their current situation as the No. 5 seed.

Dantas suffered the concussion on Thursday in practice.

Will the Sparks make the playoffs? That could be decided this weekend, as LA prepares for a pivotal back-to-back. The Fever and Valkyries are likewise looking to solidify their postseason prospects. Here's a look on how Sunday's #WNBA games could impact the playoff race:

Breanna Stewart eyes a return to the Liberty lineup on Monday. What has the team learned in her absence, and what makes her return so significant? ✍️ @classicjpow.bsky.social

On the latest episode of @lockedonwbb.bsky.social, @howardmegdal.bsky.social and @anniempeterson.bsky.social discuss who's winning the WNBA expansion race. Plus, some updates from Las Vegas and the Bay! www.thenexthoops.com/features/loc...

The #WNBA's intensified schedule continues to be a topic of conversation. Before their most recent win, Fever head coach Stephanie White shared her thoughts, including the need for "creative" solutions. @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social has more: www.sbnation.com/e/24241918 #WNBAsky

My latest on @theixbasketball.bsky.social takes you through how Australia has powered the history of the Phoenix Mercury. From Michele Timms to Penny Taylor, Australians have built the legacy of this franchise since the #WNBA's inception in 1997. Check it out👇 www.thenexthoops.com/features/how...

Chicago’s Angel Reese says she’s “feeling good and is excited to be back” playing tonight against the Mystics. She’s missed the Sky’s last 2 games. @theixbasketball.bsky.social

Should be a fun one here at CareFirst Arena @theixbasketball.bsky.social Tonight’s Mystics-Sky game features 2 of the toughest & talented competitors in the game in Shakira Austin & Angel Reese.

Rookie Lucy Olsen has played sporadic minutes for the @washmystics.bsky.social, but she should get to show more of her game with the Townsville Fire in the WNBL. For @theixbasketball.bsky.social, I explored Olsen's #WNBA season so far and why she chose the Fire for her next stop.

LOVED speaking to Candice & Coach Ralph for this story!

@chelsealeite.bsky.social and @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social discuss Caitlin Clark's injury and Khamil Pierre's transfer to #NCStateWBB on today's @lockedonwbb.bsky.social episode:

#WNBA first-round draft picks Saniya Rivers and Aziaha James are not just benefitting the Sun and Wings. They're also still assisting NC State. The pair's success is helping the Wolfpack reload for the 2025-26 season. @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social on what's next for NC State: buff.ly/6p9k3Fv

For Jonquel Jones, Tuesday night's return to play for the New York Liberty looked seamless. But our @classicjpow.bsky.social takes us inside all the work that went into it. #WNBA www.thenexthoops.com/features/the...

More from Gabby Williams yesterday — she expresses concern about the rate at which the WNBA is expanding, especially in light of all the injuries suffered so far this season:

More from Gabby:

“These leagues pay us more,” Gabby Williams tells @thenext.bsky.social Friday. She also said it’s “obvious” the WNBA wants to “push out” its competition from leagues like Unrivaled & overseas clubs.

Elevate Indy Hoops held a 3x3 girls tournament on Wednesday, July 16. The event was also sponsored by Hoopbus, who will have events at WNBA All-Star, including the WNBA/2k Foundation Skills Camp and more. Our own @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social takes you inside the tournament and their mission:

Jones wasn't worried when she initially didn't make the All-Star team, our @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social reported on Monday.

Caitlin Clark is dealing with another injury and won't play tonight against the New York Liberty. @tonyreast.bsky.social breaks it down, and asks what this may mean for All-Star festivities: www.thenexthoops.com/features/cai...

She may not be an all star this year, but Brionna Jones is confident that her game speaks for itself. @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social spoke with Jones as well as her coach and fellow players on the Dream about her impact in Atlanta:

Had a great conversation with Aari McDonald at Gainbridge this week! Check it out at @swishappeal.bsky.social www.swishappeal.com/wnba/2025/7/...

Last night, the Fever outscored the Dream by a game-high 24 points when Aari McDonald was on the court. It's easy to see why the point guard "feels good" in Indy. @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social caught up with Aari before the Fever's Friday win: buff.ly/aBixrbl #WNBA #WNBAsky

Little peeks as Indy gets ready for All Star next week!

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"...you use sports as a vehicle to get to where you want to go and it’s only a small part of who you are." That's the ethos Alana Beard applies to her work with the young basketball players. @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social recently spoke to Beard about her foundation and more: buff.ly/wFycCc0

Back at the office for a few days!

With the #WNBA season kicking off tonight, excited to share an update to our @fansided.bsky.social WNBA35, ranking the best players in the league. Big ups to @chelsealeite.bsky.social, @juscarts.com, Levi Dombro, @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social and Elaine Blum for help in putting this together.

Rookie Sarah Ashlee Barker provided a Spark for Los Angeles on Sunday afternoon. But, it wasn't enough to overcome the Lynx and Napheesa Collier. @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social dives into the details of LA's home-opener loss to Minnesota: www.sbnation.com/e/24197004 #WNBA #WNBAsky

Very proud of my latest for the Guardian, and very hopeful WNBA fans can be better. I believe this is the result of a vocal minority that needs to either enjoy the game we all love or stop showing up — www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/m...