“Izzy’s versatility and commitment strengthens our post rotation,” said New York Liberty head coach as the reigning champs welcomed Isabelle Harrison. While that was surely spot on, Sandy Brondello also knew she brought something more than just on-court accomplishments. What is it? It’s the grit. Watch What’s Trending Now! That grit was put to the test multiple times. Harrison could’ve easily called it quits in 2023 when ... Read more
Hard Work, Heart, and History — Mercedes Russell Becomes Gatorade’s National Player of the Year.BT
Olympic gold medalist Maya Moore was named Gatorade National Girls Basketball Player of the Year as a high school senior in 2007. During the next four years, she won the Honda Sports Award as the best player in women’s college basketball, became the No. 1 draft pick in the WNBA Draft, and won WNBA and NCAA championships. Springfield (Springfield, Oregon) senior center Mercedes Russell has taken the first step toward ... Read more
From the Court to the Big Screen — Kelsey Plum Opens Up About Her Role in ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ and What’s Next.BT
How Smashing Machine Could Change The Rock's WWE Narrative LA Sparks star Kelsey Plum made her Hollywood debut in Adam Sandler's "Happy Gilmore 2" with a cameo. Plum is looking forward to getting more acting opportunities in the future. She's in her first season with the Sparks, but she already has a role in a movie. In an interview with SB Nation's Edwin Garcia, Plum was asked about getting to play a character in "Happy ... Read more
Fans Eager for Breanna Stewart’s Return Will Have to Wait a Little Longer — Here’s Why.BT
Advertisement SKIP ADVERTISEMENT Time out The 2018 W.N.B.A. most valuable player’s return from a torn Achilles’ tendon was stalled by the coronavirus pandemic. Now she’s just trying to cope with being stuck inside. Published May 9, 2020Updated April 27, 2022 Along with the rest of the world, athletes have had their careers upended by the coronavirus pandemic. They are giving The New York Times an ... Read more
Jonquel Jones Stole the Show at the Met Gala With a Wild Hairstyle That Broke the Internet.BT
By ISABEL BALDWIN, US ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR Published: 14:06 BST, 6 May 2025 | Updated: 20:43 BST, 6 May 2025 WNBA superstar Jonquel Jones took on the red carpet Monday night before she takes to the court later this month. The center was one of three New York Liberty stars to take their championship victory tour to the steps of the Met Museum for the first Monday in May - six months on ... Read more