Natalie Heavren
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Tis the season for NET rankings!
Richmond (36), Davidson (46), Rhode Island (59), George Mason (65) and Saint Joseph's (77) are all in the top-80.
St. Bonaventure (182) reached its highest ranking since at least 12/31/23
Stay tuned for weekly updates from me!
@theixbasketball.bsky.social
Richmond (36), Davidson (46), Rhode Island (59), George Mason (65) and Saint Joseph's (77) are all in the top-80.
St. Bonaventure (182) reached its highest ranking since at least 12/31/23
Stay tuned for weekly updates from me!
@theixbasketball.bsky.social
December 2, 2025 at 2:12 AM
Tis the season for NET rankings!
Richmond (36), Davidson (46), Rhode Island (59), George Mason (65) and Saint Joseph's (77) are all in the top-80.
St. Bonaventure (182) reached its highest ranking since at least 12/31/23
Stay tuned for weekly updates from me!
@theixbasketball.bsky.social
Richmond (36), Davidson (46), Rhode Island (59), George Mason (65) and Saint Joseph's (77) are all in the top-80.
St. Bonaventure (182) reached its highest ranking since at least 12/31/23
Stay tuned for weekly updates from me!
@theixbasketball.bsky.social
What a good day to start listening to my favorite new podcast
SEISMIC women's sports podcast news! Presenting Women's Sports Daily, podcast by @theixsports.bsky.social. Get the most important news in women's sports every morning, Mon-Fri, via @chelsealeite.bsky.social and @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social! SUBSCRIBE HERE open.spotify.com/show/4GNIwuV...
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December 1, 2025 at 7:28 PM
What a good day to start listening to my favorite new podcast
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Gayle Fulks, the head coach at Davidson, has had her contract extended. @natalieheavren.bsky.social explains what this means for the program:
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Davidson head coach Gayle Fulks receives contract extension - The IX Basketball
Fulks, who is in her ninth season at the helm, is now under contract through 2032. What does it mean for the Wildcats?
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November 27, 2025 at 2:52 AM
Gayle Fulks, the head coach at Davidson, has had her contract extended. @natalieheavren.bsky.social explains what this means for the program:
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After more than four decades working in college sports, Atlantic 10 Commissioner Bernadette V. McGlade announced that she will retire after the 2025-26 academic year.
@natalieheavren.bsky.social outlines McGlade's career and the legacy she'll leave behind.
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@natalieheavren.bsky.social outlines McGlade's career and the legacy she'll leave behind.
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Why Atlantic 10 Commissioner Bernadette V. McGlade is a 'pioneer' - The IX Basketball
With more than four decades in the sport industry, McGlade's impact will long be felt in women's basketball.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:44 PM
After more than four decades working in college sports, Atlantic 10 Commissioner Bernadette V. McGlade announced that she will retire after the 2025-26 academic year.
@natalieheavren.bsky.social outlines McGlade's career and the legacy she'll leave behind.
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@natalieheavren.bsky.social outlines McGlade's career and the legacy she'll leave behind.
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After Loyola Chicago's 85-31 loss to No. 1 UConn on Wednesday, I spoke with head coach Allison Guth and freshman guard/forward Alex-Anne Bessette.
Bessette talked about the support from the Loyola Chicago fans in attendance and the team's growth
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Bessette talked about the support from the Loyola Chicago fans in attendance and the team's growth
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![On the support from Loyola Chicago fans: It's really nice to see this, 'cause I'm turning around from our bench and ... I see our colors in a UConn stadium that's full of students and parents, and then ... I see our parents and our friends. And it's just like the support was felt on the floor.
On the growth she's seen from the team: Honestly, it's just like the way we're together. Our connection ... [during] our first game wasn't as good as the connection we have right now. I feel like we're very connected on and off the court.
On how she hopes the growth will continue: I think when we get challenged ... if we stay connected, we're just gonna keep growing on and off the court.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:4aifhssr37klbysz6gmq7zhk/bafkreiea3q3be3pphktvk2o2tkcafhbpjmyiodhbyeitmkwzp66hicl6my@jpeg)
November 16, 2025 at 1:43 AM
After Loyola Chicago's 85-31 loss to No. 1 UConn on Wednesday, I spoke with head coach Allison Guth and freshman guard/forward Alex-Anne Bessette.
Bessette talked about the support from the Loyola Chicago fans in attendance and the team's growth
@theixbasketball.bsky.social
Bessette talked about the support from the Loyola Chicago fans in attendance and the team's growth
@theixbasketball.bsky.social
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Opening Day is finally here!
Bookmark this link to The IX Basketball for #NCAAW conference previews, Missy's Top 25, V1.0 of the #WNBA Draft Board and more:
Bookmark this link to The IX Basketball for #NCAAW conference previews, Missy's Top 25, V1.0 of the #WNBA Draft Board and more:
2025-26 NCAA season preview Archives - The IX Basketball
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November 3, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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Read up on what to expect from this season in the A-10, from @natalieheavren.bsky.social!:
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2025-26 Atlantic 10 preview - The IX Basketball
Breaking down what each A-10 team looks like heading into the 2025-26 season, including key returners, losses, newcomers and more.
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November 2, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Read up on what to expect from this season in the A-10, from @natalieheavren.bsky.social!:
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BREAKING: Per @howardmegdal.bsky.social, Breanna Stewart will be playing for the New York Liberty tonight.
They will face the Phoenix Mercury in Game 2 of the First Round of the #WNBAPlayoffs at 8 p.m. ET.
They will face the Phoenix Mercury in Game 2 of the First Round of the #WNBAPlayoffs at 8 p.m. ET.
September 17, 2025 at 11:30 PM
BREAKING: Per @howardmegdal.bsky.social, Breanna Stewart will be playing for the New York Liberty tonight.
They will face the Phoenix Mercury in Game 2 of the First Round of the #WNBAPlayoffs at 8 p.m. ET.
They will face the Phoenix Mercury in Game 2 of the First Round of the #WNBAPlayoffs at 8 p.m. ET.
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Breanna Stewart told reporters she has an MCL sprain. What's the risk and upside for her to play through it tonight in Game 2 for the New York Liberty? Our medical expert @seehafer.bsky.social weighs in. WATCH #WNBA youtu.be/FO3qoqe4fgM
What's at stake for Breanna Stewart playing w/ MCL sprain in WNBA Playoffs? Expert weighs in #wnba
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September 17, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Breanna Stewart told reporters she has an MCL sprain. What's the risk and upside for her to play through it tonight in Game 2 for the New York Liberty? Our medical expert @seehafer.bsky.social weighs in. WATCH #WNBA youtu.be/FO3qoqe4fgM
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NEW: After Unrivaled's massively successful first season, the league has added two new clubs and launched a development pool for players.
More on the projected Year 2 growth:
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More on the projected Year 2 growth:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...
Unrivaled shares massive women’s basketball news
Unrivaled is adding two additional clubs and a development pool made up of six players on the heels of a successful first season.
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September 10, 2025 at 1:05 PM
NEW: After Unrivaled's massively successful first season, the league has added two new clubs and launched a development pool for players.
More on the projected Year 2 growth:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...
More on the projected Year 2 growth:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...
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September 4, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Help us cover the stories you want to read!
We’re still covering all the same sports, with all the same writers, editors, and staff, but we want to offer you more of what you want, and less of what you don’t.
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We’re still covering all the same sports, with all the same writers, editors, and staff, but we want to offer you more of what you want, and less of what you don’t.
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Our @natalieheavren.bsky.social details why Jordin Canada's return proved so pivotal to the Atlanta Dream's 2025 season outlook, not just her role in Atlanta's 93-76 win over the Connecticut Sun, live from Mohegan Sun Arena. #WNBA youtube.com/shorts/Hu3Mc...
The Atlanta Dream keep on rolling, aided by the return of Jordin Canada #WNBA
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September 3, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Our @natalieheavren.bsky.social details why Jordin Canada's return proved so pivotal to the Atlanta Dream's 2025 season outlook, not just her role in Atlanta's 93-76 win over the Connecticut Sun, live from Mohegan Sun Arena. #WNBA youtube.com/shorts/Hu3Mc...
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New feature at @sfgate.com:
California is the epicenter of America’s fastest-growing high school sport
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California is the epicenter of America’s fastest-growing high school sport
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California is the epicenter of America’s fastest-growing high school sport
"I don't think anyone assumed it would grow this quickly."
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September 2, 2025 at 3:38 PM
New feature at @sfgate.com:
California is the epicenter of America’s fastest-growing high school sport
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California is the epicenter of America’s fastest-growing high school sport
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@matthew-walter96.bsky.social reports live from the Chase Center after the Valkyries defeated the Mystics last night! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more game reactions and analysis:
Golden State Valkyries, led by Janelle Salaün, take down Washington Mystics, 99-62
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August 31, 2025 at 4:13 PM
@matthew-walter96.bsky.social reports live from the Chase Center after the Valkyries defeated the Mystics last night! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more game reactions and analysis:
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On the latest episode of @lockedonwbb.bsky.social, host @natalieheavren.bsky.social chats with @munson-bella.bsky.social about how the Seattle Storm can finish the season strong:
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Locked On Women's Basketball: How far can Seattle go? - The IX Basketball
On the latest episode, host Natalie Heavren talks with beat writer Bella Munson about what the Storm need to do to see the playoffs.
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August 21, 2025 at 2:42 AM
On the latest episode of @lockedonwbb.bsky.social, host @natalieheavren.bsky.social chats with @munson-bella.bsky.social about how the Seattle Storm can finish the season strong:
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Leïla Lacan has officially arrived, and is already making a significant impact. @gabbyalfveby.bsky.social discusses how the rookie guard is helping elevate the Connecticut Sun:
Leïla Lacan has arrived in Connecticut - The IX Basketball
21-year-old Leïla Lacan plays with heart for her family and has made a tremendous impact on the Connecticut Sun in just nine games.
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August 6, 2025 at 1:12 AM
Leïla Lacan has officially arrived, and is already making a significant impact. @gabbyalfveby.bsky.social discusses how the rookie guard is helping elevate the Connecticut Sun:
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The Golden State Valkyries fell to the Connecticut Sun 95-64 on Sunday. Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase chalked the loss up to it simply not being Golden State's day. @natalieheavren.bsky.social has more from @lockedonwbb.bsky.social.
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Season-high 22 turnovers lead to blowout loss for Golden State Valkyries
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July 27, 2025 at 9:01 PM
The Golden State Valkyries fell to the Connecticut Sun 95-64 on Sunday. Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase chalked the loss up to it simply not being Golden State's day. @natalieheavren.bsky.social has more from @lockedonwbb.bsky.social.
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It's almost here! Don't miss Friday night, July 25 at 7 PM at Prairie Lights Bookstore, talking about Becoming Caitlin Clark with six-on-six legends Lisa Bluder and Jan Jensen! See you there!
July 24, 2025 at 7:29 PM
It's almost here! Don't miss Friday night, July 25 at 7 PM at Prairie Lights Bookstore, talking about Becoming Caitlin Clark with six-on-six legends Lisa Bluder and Jan Jensen! See you there!
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Special #ThankYou to the @wgoldenstate.bsky.social for their ASSISTance with our players' names pronunciations.
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July 23, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Special #ThankYou to the @wgoldenstate.bsky.social for their ASSISTance with our players' names pronunciations.
Check them out here: bit.ly/4fa35ZI
Check them out here: bit.ly/4fa35ZI
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Huge news for us. Providing clarity on all the ways we are the destination for women's sports coverage — with much more to come.
Allow us to reintroduce ourselves…we are The IX Basketball. As part of @theixsports.bsky.social rebrand, The IX Basketball is built to deliver breaking news, exclusive stories, and constant coverage from the world of women’s basketball.
July 23, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Huge news for us. Providing clarity on all the ways we are the destination for women's sports coverage — with much more to come.
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Allow us to reintroduce ourselves…we are The IX Basketball. As part of @theixsports.bsky.social rebrand, The IX Basketball is built to deliver breaking news, exclusive stories, and constant coverage from the world of women’s basketball.
July 23, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Allow us to reintroduce ourselves…we are The IX Basketball. As part of @theixsports.bsky.social rebrand, The IX Basketball is built to deliver breaking news, exclusive stories, and constant coverage from the world of women’s basketball.
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I asked Kiki Iriafen postgame about rocking a Chamique Holdsclaw shirt pregame. She said she didn't know the video, which was shown during a timeout, was coming. But she wanted to "pay homage" to Holdsclaw after breaking her rookie double-doubles record. @thenext.bsky.social #WNBA
July 23, 2025 at 2:56 AM
I asked Kiki Iriafen postgame about rocking a Chamique Holdsclaw shirt pregame. She said she didn't know the video, which was shown during a timeout, was coming. But she wanted to "pay homage" to Holdsclaw after breaking her rookie double-doubles record. @thenext.bsky.social #WNBA
Always a blast talking with @tonyreast.bsky.social!
On today's @lockedonwbb.bsky.social episode, @natalieheavren.bsky.social and @tonyreast.bsky.social preview this weekend's #WNBA All-Star festivities!
Locked On WBB: 2025 WNBA All-Star preview - The Next
Host Natalie Heavren and The Next's Indiana Fever beat reporter Tony East preview the 2025 WNBA All-Star game in Indianapolis.
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July 18, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Always a blast talking with @tonyreast.bsky.social!
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We’re on the ground in Indianapolis!
Follow The Next all weekend and bookmark this page for our 2025 #WNBAAllStar coverage sponsored by @ifnotforthem.bsky.social:
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Follow The Next all weekend and bookmark this page for our 2025 #WNBAAllStar coverage sponsored by @ifnotforthem.bsky.social:
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July 17, 2025 at 5:27 PM
We’re on the ground in Indianapolis!
Follow The Next all weekend and bookmark this page for our 2025 #WNBAAllStar coverage sponsored by @ifnotforthem.bsky.social:
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Follow The Next all weekend and bookmark this page for our 2025 #WNBAAllStar coverage sponsored by @ifnotforthem.bsky.social:
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On the Valkyries Report for @lockedonwbb.bsky.social, @matthew-walter96.bsky.social and @mingemi.bsky.social discuss who deserves accolades on the ascendant Golden State Valkyries.
Listen to the new show at the link!
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Listen to the new show at the link!
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Locked On Women's Basketball: Welcome to the Valkyries Report - The Next
On the first episode of the Valkyries Report, Matthew Walter and Marisa Ingemi discuss who's dominating in Golden State and how.
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July 14, 2025 at 10:24 PM
On the Valkyries Report for @lockedonwbb.bsky.social, @matthew-walter96.bsky.social and @mingemi.bsky.social discuss who deserves accolades on the ascendant Golden State Valkyries.
Listen to the new show at the link!
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Listen to the new show at the link!
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