It was a sad day for journalism and sports journalism. A great message from my friend, @howardmegdal.bsky.social today (and always). This is the time to support your favorite journalists, so we can all continue to do good, quality work.

Last week I was back reporting on basketball in person for 2 games at SMU women’s basketball. Here are some observations on what it’s like being back after 10 months. (photo courtesy of SMU Athletics) theundercovered.substack.com/p/pj-brown-s...

Phoenix is hosting the 2026 Women’s Final Four. I talked to Arizona Sports & Events Alliance’s Kelly Triplett on the planning, as well as what the sprint to April 3 looks like. Here’s the full story … theundercovered.substack.com/p/arizona-sp...

“She’s battle-tested. You can’t buy that; you can’t rush that. That’s true experience.” - Stanford women’s basketball coach Kate Paye on junior guard Chloe Clardy Read the full story here … open.substack.com/pub/theunder...

Great nugget from @cbrunsonaz.bsky.social on this USC-UCLA game about the shoes. USC’s JuJu Watkins designed the Nike shoes her teammates are wearing however Londynn Jones isn’t wearing them because they didn’t make them small enough. Jones wears a 7 & the shoes only go down to 7 1/2.

The lack of media coverage for women’s basketball/sports was a big topic this week as UCLA women’s basketball coach Cori Close started the conversation after the Bruins game at Ohio State. Here’s my take … (Photo courtesy of UCLA Athletics) open.substack.com/pub/theunder...

I believe stories on Olympians should be told all the time, not just the few weeks leading up to their events. My latest is on Team USA women’s water polo team and their reset for the 2028 Olympics in L.A. Here’s the full story… theundercovered.substack.com/p/team-usa-w...

This is a must-listen. Not just this episode but every episode!

“We’d want a million Hannah Kennys on our team if we could.” - Louisville volleyball assistant CC McGraw. Here’s the full story on Hannah Kenny. open.substack.com/pub/theunder...

Illinois women’s basketball with a dominant win, 78-57, over Indiana to open Big Ten play. It was disciplined, team ball with 23 assists on 34 made FGs. The Illini forced 20 turnovers.

“(It’s about) never being satisfied; always knowing that there is another step that I can reach.” - Illinois freshman guard Destiny Jackson. Here’s the full story on this Chicagoan … theundercovered.substack.com/p/illinois-b...

I talked to SMU women’s basketball coach Adia Barnes recently on her new chapter. Here’s the full story theundercovered.substack.com/p/its-a-new-...

I had a great conversation with Arizona Triathlon’s Kelly Wetteland a few weeks back (prior to her winning the NCAA individual championship and another team title). I hope you’ll take a look at theundercovered.substack.com/p/arizona-tr...

My 97 year old mom, Phyliss Brown, passed away last week. After some reflection, it’s time to celebrate her life. theundercovered.substack.com/p/my-biggest...

From individual and team National Champion, Arizona Triathlon’s Kelly Wetteland…

With all the changes in college basketball, USC basketball coach Lindsay Gottlieb made a “conscious decision to double down on the things that are my core values of coaching.” Here’s the full Q&A, including Saturday’s upcoming “The Real ‘SC” game theundercovered.substack.com/p/spend-a-fe...

I wrote about Kelly Wetteland earlier in the week and today she won the National Championship as Arizona Triathlon won its’ second consecutive title. Here’s the story … theundercovered.substack.com/p/arizona-tr...

Just a few years ago, Arizona Triathlon’s Kelly Wetteland never imagined she would be competing in this sport or be excelling at this pace. I talked to Kelly and here’s her story. (Photo by Rebecca Sasnett/Arizona Athletics) theundercovered.substack.com/p/arizona-tr...

Here’s what one reader said when they subscribed to my Substack, The Undercovered: Women’s sports with PJ Brown

It’s the first day of basketball; it’s the first day back on the court in a game that counts for UCLA’s Charlisse Leger-Walker in around 650 days. I talked to Charlisse about her ACL injury and so much more about being a Bruin. Here’s the story … theundercovered.substack.com/p/charlisse-...

One more sleep until women’s basketball tips off! In the meantime, here’s Stanford women’s basketball coach Kate Paye on all things Cardinal. (photo from Stanford Athletics) theundercovered.substack.com/p/spend-a-fe...

“Just knowing more what’s coming, having lived through a whole year in the ACC, you feel more comfortable.” - Stanford women’s basketball coach Kate Paye. Here’s the full conversation… theundercovered.substack.com/p/spend-a-fe...

Oh, heck yes. PJ Brown is fantastic — a fabulous and well-connected chronicler of women’s sports. Go get ‘em, cuz!

Here’s what one reader said when they subscribed to my Substack, The Undercovered: Women’s sports with PJ Brown.

“I’m here to focus on volleyball, focus on my team and help them get better.” - Arizona volleyball’s Jordan Wilson from a recent insightful conversation. Here’s the full story (it’s a feature!) … theundercovered.substack.com/p/arizonas-j...

Arizona Triathlon, reigning National Champions, dominated the NCAA West Regionals today. Here’s my conversation with UA Triathlon coach, Wes Johnson. theundercovered.substack.com/p/spend-a-fe...

My good friend @pjbrown024.bsky.social recently launched a Substack about women's sports. I can think of no better person to tell those stories than PJ. If you're into women's sports (or know someone who is), please check it out. Here's a sample: theundercovered.substack.com/p/spend-a-fe...

“(Coaching style) is an art form, not a scientific formula” - from another wide-ranging and always enjoyable conversation with UCLA women’s basketball coach Cori Close. Find the full Q&A at The Undercovered: Women’s sports with PJ Brown… theundercovered.substack.com/p/spend-a-fe...

My first real story is with former Arizona women’s basketball standout and pro player Sam Thomas. theundercovered.substack.com/p/spend-a-fe...

My new adventure has launched! It’s a Substack: The Undercovered: Women’s sports with PJ Brown. I’ll be sharing the untold stories of these women and those around them. I’d love to have you come along for the ride! Please subscribe. open.substack.com/pub/theunder...

Just a heads up: I will be on with David Kelly on 1290 AM around 3:35 pm Mountain this afternoon talking about my time covering Arizona women’s basketball

My time at the Star has come to an end after 9+ years. It was a fun ride, I worked with great editors who supported women’s sports (especially wbb) that allowed us to build the coverage. I had great teammates. Shared stories of amazing athletes/coaches. And thanks to all my readers.

With the end of the Arizona women’s basketball season, here’s a look ahead for the Wildcats, including a change in recruiting strategy tucson.com/sports/colle...

A year ago I fell at UConn during NCAAs & suffered a concussion. It’s been a long haul. While not fully recovered, I know I will get all the way back. I want to thank all the unsung heroes- my docs/therapists (concussion, OT, PT, vision, massage), my fam & Mom, who is the best!!

I talked to Arizona women’s basketball’s Miko Williams on her postseasons playing at Tennessee, what makes Adia Barnes so good at developing players and much more …

Here’s the scout ahead of Arizona women’s basketball’s first round game in the WBIT against NAU. Special guest UA assistant Salvo Coppa with the scout… tucson.com/sports/colle...

I talked to Arizona women’s basketball player Isis Beh about her incredible collegiate journey that is finishing on a high note as she is playing the best ball of her career. tucson.com/sports/arizo...

Competitive field for WBIT with teams out to prove something; Arizona women’s basketball won’t be at full strength tucson.com/sports/colle...

All the fun starts … now! tucson.com/sports/colle...

Here we go … on Sunday we’ll learn what postseason tournament Arizona women’s basketball will be playing in and then it’s just the start of the Madness. tucson.com/sports/colle...

For all my Tucson peeps, I will be moderating a sports panel on Saturday at 4 pm at the Tucson Festival of Books with these amazing authors: @mirinfader.bsky.social @howardmegdal.bsky.social & Melissa Ludtke. Stop by, listen to the panel on Breaking Barriers and don’t forget to say “Hi!”

I talked to Arizona coach Adia Barnes ahead of the Big 12 Tournament … tucson.com/sports/colle...

I’m back!!! I was out sick for around 2 weeks 😔 Here’s a look at the Arizona women’s basketball freshmen ahead of the Big 12 Tournament. tucson.com/sports/colle...

I talked to Arizona assistant Anthony Turner ahead of the Wildcats game against BYU Wednesday. We talked about defense and so much more … tucson.com/sports/colle...

No days off …

We’ve got the scout ahead of Arizona women’s basketball’s game against No. 11 TCU Sunday. tucson.com/sports/colle...

Ahead of Arizona women’s basketball game against top-ranked TCU, here’s where the Wildcats stand in terms of making the program’s 5th consecutive NCAA Tournament… tucson.com/sports/colle...

Congrats @macsmith413.bsky.social!!

Here’s one more from the softball special section… tucson.com/sports/arizo...

Here’s the scout with Arizona women’s basketball coach Adia Barnes, plus so much more ahead of Wednesday’s game against Oklahoma State tucson.com/sports/arizo...