Jackie Powell
@classicjpow.bsky.social
I have covered Women's basketball for Yahoo Sports, MS NOW,
Bleacher Report, NBC Sports more. I cover the New York Liberty for @theixbasketball.bsky.social & host @theixsportspod.bsky.social Basketball Edition. Obsessed with pop culture and Lady Gaga.
Bleacher Report, NBC Sports more. I cover the New York Liberty for @theixbasketball.bsky.social & host @theixsportspod.bsky.social Basketball Edition. Obsessed with pop culture and Lady Gaga.
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A Hilton Hotel in Minneapolis has reportedly denied services to immigration law enforcement officials:
“We are not allowing any ICE or immigration agents to stay at our property.”
“We are not allowing any ICE or immigration agents to stay at our property.”
January 6, 2026 at 1:56 AM
A Hilton Hotel in Minneapolis has reportedly denied services to immigration law enforcement officials:
“We are not allowing any ICE or immigration agents to stay at our property.”
“We are not allowing any ICE or immigration agents to stay at our property.”
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The FINDING RENÉE RICHARDS cover and preorder links are here!!!!! 😍
A couple of suggested vendors:
@astoriabookshop.bsky.social: www.astoriabookshop.com/item/1sM1NJw...
@bookshop.org: bookshop.org/p/books/find...
A couple of suggested vendors:
@astoriabookshop.bsky.social: www.astoriabookshop.com/item/1sM1NJw...
@bookshop.org: bookshop.org/p/books/find...
January 6, 2026 at 4:03 PM
The FINDING RENÉE RICHARDS cover and preorder links are here!!!!! 😍
A couple of suggested vendors:
@astoriabookshop.bsky.social: www.astoriabookshop.com/item/1sM1NJw...
@bookshop.org: bookshop.org/p/books/find...
A couple of suggested vendors:
@astoriabookshop.bsky.social: www.astoriabookshop.com/item/1sM1NJw...
@bookshop.org: bookshop.org/p/books/find...
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With its sophomore season, Unrivaled faces the daunting task of solidifying itself in an increasingly crowded women's basketball landscape.
Could partnering with the WNBA be the answer?
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Could partnering with the WNBA be the answer?
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Does Unrivaled’s Future Include a Deal With the WNBA?
The startup is one of several women’s leagues that have popped up in recent years during the WNBA offseason.
frontofficesports.com
January 5, 2026 at 8:58 PM
With its sophomore season, Unrivaled faces the daunting task of solidifying itself in an increasingly crowded women's basketball landscape.
Could partnering with the WNBA be the answer?
frontofficesports.com/unrivaled-fu...
Could partnering with the WNBA be the answer?
frontofficesports.com/unrivaled-fu...
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Literally a publication for eight-year olds 40 years ago
January 4, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Literally a publication for eight-year olds 40 years ago
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President Trump “is pushing our country toward an international crisis without valid reasons,” the editorial board writes after the U.S. attack on Venezuela was announced on Saturday. “If Mr. Trump wants to argue otherwise, the Constitution spells out what he must do: Go to Congress.”
Opinion | Trump’s Attack on Venezuela Is Illegal and Unwise
We know that Mr. Trump’s warmongering violates the law.
nyti.ms
January 3, 2026 at 1:42 PM
President Trump “is pushing our country toward an international crisis without valid reasons,” the editorial board writes after the U.S. attack on Venezuela was announced on Saturday. “If Mr. Trump wants to argue otherwise, the Constitution spells out what he must do: Go to Congress.”
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(Semafor) - The New York Times and Washington Post learned of a secret US raid on Venezuela soon before it was scheduled to begin Friday night — but held off publishing what they knew to avoid endangering US troops ..
@semafor.com
www.semafor.com/article/01/0...
@semafor.com
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January 4, 2026 at 1:45 AM
(Semafor) - The New York Times and Washington Post learned of a secret US raid on Venezuela soon before it was scheduled to begin Friday night — but held off publishing what they knew to avoid endangering US troops ..
@semafor.com
www.semafor.com/article/01/0...
@semafor.com
www.semafor.com/article/01/0...
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Rubio just called Trump the president of peace. But also that no one should defy him or face consequences.
Just a completely inarticulate set of talking points from top to bottom.
Just a completely inarticulate set of talking points from top to bottom.
January 3, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Rubio just called Trump the president of peace. But also that no one should defy him or face consequences.
Just a completely inarticulate set of talking points from top to bottom.
Just a completely inarticulate set of talking points from top to bottom.
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He's literally set himself up as Ruler of Venezuela.
George Bush at least got a congressional resolution and an attempt at a UN resolution before invading and occupying Iraq.
Trump didn't even consult with the Gang of 8 in Congress and now declares himself the ruler. Sheesh.
George Bush at least got a congressional resolution and an attempt at a UN resolution before invading and occupying Iraq.
Trump didn't even consult with the Gang of 8 in Congress and now declares himself the ruler. Sheesh.
Trump on Venezuela: "We're going to run the country until such time as we can do a safe, proper, and judicious transition"
January 3, 2026 at 5:09 PM
He's literally set himself up as Ruler of Venezuela.
George Bush at least got a congressional resolution and an attempt at a UN resolution before invading and occupying Iraq.
Trump didn't even consult with the Gang of 8 in Congress and now declares himself the ruler. Sheesh.
George Bush at least got a congressional resolution and an attempt at a UN resolution before invading and occupying Iraq.
Trump didn't even consult with the Gang of 8 in Congress and now declares himself the ruler. Sheesh.
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If your position is that regime change should be forced on countries where the president does not respect democratic norms and regularly kidnaps opponents using an officially sanctioned paramiliatary, have I got news for you about your position on the United States
January 3, 2026 at 1:45 PM
If your position is that regime change should be forced on countries where the president does not respect democratic norms and regularly kidnaps opponents using an officially sanctioned paramiliatary, have I got news for you about your position on the United States
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truly brain-breaking to watch a general describe the mechanics of a coup while the president struggles to stay awake in the background
January 3, 2026 at 5:07 PM
truly brain-breaking to watch a general describe the mechanics of a coup while the president struggles to stay awake in the background
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Election news: USPS is no longer guaranteeing when it will postmark mail, which could jeopardize some ballots that arrive after Election Day.
Find out if your state will be affected ⬇️
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Find out if your state will be affected ⬇️
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Thousands of mail-in ballots could be discounted under new post office policy
The Postal Service is no longer guaranteeing when it will postmark mail, which could jeopardize some ballots that arrive after Election Day.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 3, 2026 at 1:32 PM
Election news: USPS is no longer guaranteeing when it will postmark mail, which could jeopardize some ballots that arrive after Election Day.
Find out if your state will be affected ⬇️
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Find out if your state will be affected ⬇️
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
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It’s one week before the CBA deadline.
Where do talks between both sides stand? What’s all this about gross vs. net revenue? What do we know about the WNBPA’s proposed salary cap, and what’s the potential impact of the max comprising 20% of it?
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
Where do talks between both sides stand? What’s all this about gross vs. net revenue? What do we know about the WNBPA’s proposed salary cap, and what’s the potential impact of the max comprising 20% of it?
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
WNBA CBA negotiations: Where do labor talks stand one week before deadline?
Here's the latest on proposed salary caps and why the two sides are debating gross and net revenue ahead of the Jan. 9 deadline.
www.espn.com
January 2, 2026 at 5:35 PM
It’s one week before the CBA deadline.
Where do talks between both sides stand? What’s all this about gross vs. net revenue? What do we know about the WNBPA’s proposed salary cap, and what’s the potential impact of the max comprising 20% of it?
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
Where do talks between both sides stand? What’s all this about gross vs. net revenue? What do we know about the WNBPA’s proposed salary cap, and what’s the potential impact of the max comprising 20% of it?
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
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NEWS: Napheesa Collier will miss the upcoming Unrivaled season as she is set to undergo surgery on both of her ankles next week
Her recovery/rehab might also impact her start of the WNBA season
www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...
Her recovery/rehab might also impact her start of the WNBA season
www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...
Napheesa Collier to miss Unrivaled season and possible WNBA start after ankle surgeries
The Lynx star is expected to need four to six months of recovery after next week's surgery.
www.nytimes.com
January 1, 2026 at 2:59 PM
NEWS: Napheesa Collier will miss the upcoming Unrivaled season as she is set to undergo surgery on both of her ankles next week
Her recovery/rehab might also impact her start of the WNBA season
www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...
Her recovery/rehab might also impact her start of the WNBA season
www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...
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Also included: the first reported salary figures from the players' side
Per a document obtained by ESPN, the WNBPA's Nov. 28 proposal featured a projected salary cap of approximately $12.5 mil in 2026
That proposal also included a ~$1 mil average player salary, max salary of ~$2.5 mil
Per a document obtained by ESPN, the WNBPA's Nov. 28 proposal featured a projected salary cap of approximately $12.5 mil in 2026
That proposal also included a ~$1 mil average player salary, max salary of ~$2.5 mil
As negotiations over a new CBA near the Jan. 9 deadline, the WNBA and WNBPA remain far apart on several key issues: what a revenue sharing system should look like, what should be considered revenue & how to account for expenses.
More:
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
More:
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
Sources: WNBA, union far apart ahead of deadline
While sources said the WNBA is projecting that a recent proposal from the WNPBA would result in $700 million in losses over the course of the agreement, the union called that "absolutely false," citin...
www.espn.com
January 1, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Also included: the first reported salary figures from the players' side
Per a document obtained by ESPN, the WNBPA's Nov. 28 proposal featured a projected salary cap of approximately $12.5 mil in 2026
That proposal also included a ~$1 mil average player salary, max salary of ~$2.5 mil
Per a document obtained by ESPN, the WNBPA's Nov. 28 proposal featured a projected salary cap of approximately $12.5 mil in 2026
That proposal also included a ~$1 mil average player salary, max salary of ~$2.5 mil
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The WNBA projects a recent proposal from the WNBPA, which would give players ~30% of gross revenue & is believed to feature a ~$10.5 million salary cap, would result in $700 million in losses over the course of the deal.
The union believes that projection is "absolutely false."
The union believes that projection is "absolutely false."
As negotiations over a new CBA near the Jan. 9 deadline, the WNBA and WNBPA remain far apart on several key issues: what a revenue sharing system should look like, what should be considered revenue & how to account for expenses.
More:
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
More:
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
Sources: WNBA, union far apart ahead of deadline
While sources said the WNBA is projecting that a recent proposal from the WNPBA would result in $700 million in losses over the course of the agreement, the union called that "absolutely false," citin...
www.espn.com
January 1, 2026 at 12:26 AM
The WNBA projects a recent proposal from the WNBPA, which would give players ~30% of gross revenue & is believed to feature a ~$10.5 million salary cap, would result in $700 million in losses over the course of the deal.
The union believes that projection is "absolutely false."
The union believes that projection is "absolutely false."
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As negotiations over a new CBA near the Jan. 9 deadline, the WNBA and WNBPA remain far apart on several key issues: what a revenue sharing system should look like, what should be considered revenue & how to account for expenses.
More:
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
More:
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
Sources: WNBA, union far apart ahead of deadline
While sources said the WNBA is projecting that a recent proposal from the WNPBA would result in $700 million in losses over the course of the agreement, the union called that "absolutely false," citin...
www.espn.com
January 1, 2026 at 12:20 AM
As negotiations over a new CBA near the Jan. 9 deadline, the WNBA and WNBPA remain far apart on several key issues: what a revenue sharing system should look like, what should be considered revenue & how to account for expenses.
More:
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
More:
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
When it came to the recent coverage of the #WNBA’s current CBA negotiations, I noticed that there were 2 terms being uttered without context: net revenue + gross revenue.
I embarked on the most nerdy thing possible and created a powerpoint to explain both sharing systems and how they differ.
I embarked on the most nerdy thing possible and created a powerpoint to explain both sharing systems and how they differ.
Jackie Powell on Instagram: "When it came to the recent coverage of the WNBA’s current collective bargaining negotiations, I noticed that there were two terms being thrown out without a ton of context...
The WNBA's collective bargaining negotiations are underway, and terms like net revenue and gross revenue are being thrown around without context. On the latest episode of The IX Sports podcast, Howard...
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December 31, 2025 at 9:32 PM
When it came to the recent coverage of the #WNBA’s current CBA negotiations, I noticed that there were 2 terms being uttered without context: net revenue + gross revenue.
I embarked on the most nerdy thing possible and created a powerpoint to explain both sharing systems and how they differ.
I embarked on the most nerdy thing possible and created a powerpoint to explain both sharing systems and how they differ.
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"What a strange day for him."
On Chris DeMarco closing one 13-year chapter, then starting another on the same day:
www.netsdaily.com/nyliberty/10...
On Chris DeMarco closing one 13-year chapter, then starting another on the same day:
www.netsdaily.com/nyliberty/10...
Chris DeMarco comes to New York Liberty with rave reviews
The long-time Golden State assistant coach won his final game with the Warriors, then moved into new home.
www.netsdaily.com
December 30, 2025 at 9:06 PM
"What a strange day for him."
On Chris DeMarco closing one 13-year chapter, then starting another on the same day:
www.netsdaily.com/nyliberty/10...
On Chris DeMarco closing one 13-year chapter, then starting another on the same day:
www.netsdaily.com/nyliberty/10...
Frustrated about the most recent comments about women's basketball coverage that came out of UCLA vs. Ohio State?
Well, most likely this will be a discussion point at The Sport Profile Live - Journalist Panel, which is coming up on January 20 in NYC at MikeWorldWide.
Well, most likely this will be a discussion point at The Sport Profile Live - Journalist Panel, which is coming up on January 20 in NYC at MikeWorldWide.
December 30, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Frustrated about the most recent comments about women's basketball coverage that came out of UCLA vs. Ohio State?
Well, most likely this will be a discussion point at The Sport Profile Live - Journalist Panel, which is coming up on January 20 in NYC at MikeWorldWide.
Well, most likely this will be a discussion point at The Sport Profile Live - Journalist Panel, which is coming up on January 20 in NYC at MikeWorldWide.
Chris DeMarco got game ball in his final game as an assistant coach for the Golden State Warriors before officially transitioning over to the New York Liberty.
Head Coach Steve Kerr noted that DeMarco made a speech in the locker room after the players showered him with water.
Head Coach Steve Kerr noted that DeMarco made a speech in the locker room after the players showered him with water.
December 30, 2025 at 3:35 AM
Chris DeMarco got game ball in his final game as an assistant coach for the Golden State Warriors before officially transitioning over to the New York Liberty.
Head Coach Steve Kerr noted that DeMarco made a speech in the locker room after the players showered him with water.
Head Coach Steve Kerr noted that DeMarco made a speech in the locker room after the players showered him with water.
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Here’s what Steve Kerr had to say about new Liberty coach Chris DeMarco whose final game with the Warriors is tonight in Brooklyn.
December 30, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Here’s what Steve Kerr had to say about new Liberty coach Chris DeMarco whose final game with the Warriors is tonight in Brooklyn.
Appointment reading here from @emilyadler.bsky.social and @huntercruse.bsky.social.
At the midway point of the 2025-26 #NCAAW season, @emilyadler.bsky.social and @huntercruse.bsky.social highlight the #WNBADraft prospects whose stock has improved or fallen the most
Stock up, stock down: Biggest WNBA draft risers and fallers - The IX Basketball
Updating our 2026 WNBA draft evaluations by looking at who has impressed or depressed the most, from Azzi Fudd to Ta'Niya Latson.
www.thenexthoops.com
December 29, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Appointment reading here from @emilyadler.bsky.social and @huntercruse.bsky.social.
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At the midway point of the 2025-26 #NCAAW season, @emilyadler.bsky.social and @huntercruse.bsky.social highlight the #WNBADraft prospects whose stock has improved or fallen the most
Stock up, stock down: Biggest WNBA draft risers and fallers - The IX Basketball
Updating our 2026 WNBA draft evaluations by looking at who has impressed or depressed the most, from Azzi Fudd to Ta'Niya Latson.
www.thenexthoops.com
December 29, 2025 at 1:19 AM
At the midway point of the 2025-26 #NCAAW season, @emilyadler.bsky.social and @huntercruse.bsky.social highlight the #WNBADraft prospects whose stock has improved or fallen the most
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Join @classicjpow.bsky.social and @howardmegdal.bsky.social as they talk about the year in review in women's sports with Maya Smith and @kgier.bsky.social
www.theixsports.com/features/the...
www.theixsports.com/features/the...
The IX Sports Podcast: 2025 Top Stories + Do WNBA Players Strike in 2026? - The IX Sports
Welcome to our last podcast before 2026: a 2025 review in women’s sports with Jackie Powell, Howard Megdal, Kathleen Gier and Maya Smith.
www.theixsports.com
December 29, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Join @classicjpow.bsky.social and @howardmegdal.bsky.social as they talk about the year in review in women's sports with Maya Smith and @kgier.bsky.social
www.theixsports.com/features/the...
www.theixsports.com/features/the...