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Header photo taken by Christina Merrion (and certified by Dawn Staley and A'ja Wilson).
Header photo taken by Christina Merrion (and certified by Dawn Staley and A'ja Wilson).
Is it too easy for Sarah Strong and UConn?
The sophomore star and Huskies certainly made it look that way on Sunday, when Strong effortlessly stuffed the stat sheet in a rout of Ohio State.
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Here's more on Strong and 2 other #NCAAWBB standouts.
The sophomore star and Huskies certainly made it look that way on Sunday, when Strong effortlessly stuffed the stat sheet in a rout of Ohio State.
www.swishappeal.com/e/67666
Here's more on Strong and 2 other #NCAAWBB standouts.
November 17, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Is it too easy for Sarah Strong and UConn?
The sophomore star and Huskies certainly made it look that way on Sunday, when Strong effortlessly stuffed the stat sheet in a rout of Ohio State.
www.swishappeal.com/e/67666
Here's more on Strong and 2 other #NCAAWBB standouts.
The sophomore star and Huskies certainly made it look that way on Sunday, when Strong effortlessly stuffed the stat sheet in a rout of Ohio State.
www.swishappeal.com/e/67666
Here's more on Strong and 2 other #NCAAWBB standouts.
No gap year for USC. LSU's nation-best backcourt. The unstoppable Hannah Hidalgo.
What's the big-picture significance of these early-season #NCAAWBB storylines?
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Find more analysis on the Trojans, Tigers and possible National Player of the Year.
What's the big-picture significance of these early-season #NCAAWBB storylines?
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Find more analysis on the Trojans, Tigers and possible National Player of the Year.
November 13, 2025 at 6:45 PM
No gap year for USC. LSU's nation-best backcourt. The unstoppable Hannah Hidalgo.
What's the big-picture significance of these early-season #NCAAWBB storylines?
www.swishappeal.com/e/67524
Find more analysis on the Trojans, Tigers and possible National Player of the Year.
What's the big-picture significance of these early-season #NCAAWBB storylines?
www.swishappeal.com/e/67524
Find more analysis on the Trojans, Tigers and possible National Player of the Year.
As #EuroLeagueWomen pauses group play, three clubs remain undefeated at 5-0, already having sailed into the competition's second round.
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@nemchocke.bsky.social explores what's going right for Fenerbahçe, Galatasaray and Girona.
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@nemchocke.bsky.social explores what's going right for Fenerbahçe, Galatasaray and Girona.
November 12, 2025 at 8:30 PM
As #EuroLeagueWomen pauses group play, three clubs remain undefeated at 5-0, already having sailed into the competition's second round.
www.swishappeal.com/e/67360
@nemchocke.bsky.social explores what's going right for Fenerbahçe, Galatasaray and Girona.
www.swishappeal.com/e/67360
@nemchocke.bsky.social explores what's going right for Fenerbahçe, Galatasaray and Girona.
In the #WNBA, it's "Win now!"––or else.
So, how will new head coaches in Toronto, Seattle and Dallas look to not just meet, but exceed, high expectations?
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@ecreates88.bsky.social on the tasks ahead for Sandy Brondello, Sonia Raman and Jose Fernandez.
So, how will new head coaches in Toronto, Seattle and Dallas look to not just meet, but exceed, high expectations?
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@ecreates88.bsky.social on the tasks ahead for Sandy Brondello, Sonia Raman and Jose Fernandez.
November 12, 2025 at 6:01 PM
In the #WNBA, it's "Win now!"––or else.
So, how will new head coaches in Toronto, Seattle and Dallas look to not just meet, but exceed, high expectations?
www.swishappeal.com/e/66745
@ecreates88.bsky.social on the tasks ahead for Sandy Brondello, Sonia Raman and Jose Fernandez.
So, how will new head coaches in Toronto, Seattle and Dallas look to not just meet, but exceed, high expectations?
www.swishappeal.com/e/66745
@ecreates88.bsky.social on the tasks ahead for Sandy Brondello, Sonia Raman and Jose Fernandez.
Two-way dominance, depth and future stars on the way.
Yep, everything's going great for No. 2 South Carolina!
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After scoring a 2026 commitment on Monday, the Gamecocks will look to extend their impressive start against in-state "rival" Clemson on Tuesday.
#NCAAWBB
Yep, everything's going great for No. 2 South Carolina!
www.swishappeal.com/e/67411
After scoring a 2026 commitment on Monday, the Gamecocks will look to extend their impressive start against in-state "rival" Clemson on Tuesday.
#NCAAWBB
November 11, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Two-way dominance, depth and future stars on the way.
Yep, everything's going great for No. 2 South Carolina!
www.swishappeal.com/e/67411
After scoring a 2026 commitment on Monday, the Gamecocks will look to extend their impressive start against in-state "rival" Clemson on Tuesday.
#NCAAWBB
Yep, everything's going great for No. 2 South Carolina!
www.swishappeal.com/e/67411
After scoring a 2026 commitment on Monday, the Gamecocks will look to extend their impressive start against in-state "rival" Clemson on Tuesday.
#NCAAWBB
Sunday wasn't just another early-season LSU blowout win.
The Tigers' domination of Georgia Southern was a homecoming celebration for Flau'Jae Johnson, who treated her supporters to 19 points.
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Our photographer was there to capture the offensive fireworks and festivities.
The Tigers' domination of Georgia Southern was a homecoming celebration for Flau'Jae Johnson, who treated her supporters to 19 points.
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Our photographer was there to capture the offensive fireworks and festivities.
November 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Sunday wasn't just another early-season LSU blowout win.
The Tigers' domination of Georgia Southern was a homecoming celebration for Flau'Jae Johnson, who treated her supporters to 19 points.
buff.ly/0wH3TY9
Our photographer was there to capture the offensive fireworks and festivities.
The Tigers' domination of Georgia Southern was a homecoming celebration for Flau'Jae Johnson, who treated her supporters to 19 points.
buff.ly/0wH3TY9
Our photographer was there to capture the offensive fireworks and festivities.
Some fantastic freshmen, a UConn-South Carolina collision course and (fingers crossed) no major injuries.
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@ecreates88.bsky.social dishes 5 key takeaways from the first days of the #NCAAWBB season.
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@ecreates88.bsky.social dishes 5 key takeaways from the first days of the #NCAAWBB season.
November 6, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Some fantastic freshmen, a UConn-South Carolina collision course and (fingers crossed) no major injuries.
www.swishappeal.com/e/67143
@ecreates88.bsky.social dishes 5 key takeaways from the first days of the #NCAAWBB season.
www.swishappeal.com/e/67143
@ecreates88.bsky.social dishes 5 key takeaways from the first days of the #NCAAWBB season.
Mikayla Blakes put on a scoring show in Paris, leading Vandy to victory with 27 points.
Her performance provided a preview of what the Commodores will get from the super sophomore, while also hinting at what else they'll need from her to compete in the SEC.
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#NCAAWBB
Her performance provided a preview of what the Commodores will get from the super sophomore, while also hinting at what else they'll need from her to compete in the SEC.
buff.ly/WzojYdn
#NCAAWBB
November 5, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Mikayla Blakes put on a scoring show in Paris, leading Vandy to victory with 27 points.
Her performance provided a preview of what the Commodores will get from the super sophomore, while also hinting at what else they'll need from her to compete in the SEC.
buff.ly/WzojYdn
#NCAAWBB
Her performance provided a preview of what the Commodores will get from the super sophomore, while also hinting at what else they'll need from her to compete in the SEC.
buff.ly/WzojYdn
#NCAAWBB
Last time Fenerbahçe and Valencia met, it took overtime for a winner to prevail, with Fenerbahçe escaping with the win.
The #EuroLeagueWomen contenders are about to clash again.
www.swishappeal.com/e/67009
@nemchocke.bsky.social previews that showdown and everything else at stake in Week 5.
The #EuroLeagueWomen contenders are about to clash again.
www.swishappeal.com/e/67009
@nemchocke.bsky.social previews that showdown and everything else at stake in Week 5.
November 4, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Last time Fenerbahçe and Valencia met, it took overtime for a winner to prevail, with Fenerbahçe escaping with the win.
The #EuroLeagueWomen contenders are about to clash again.
www.swishappeal.com/e/67009
@nemchocke.bsky.social previews that showdown and everything else at stake in Week 5.
The #EuroLeagueWomen contenders are about to clash again.
www.swishappeal.com/e/67009
@nemchocke.bsky.social previews that showdown and everything else at stake in Week 5.
Lauren Betts is already a UCLA legend. If she can take the Bruins to their 1st #NCAAWBB title, she'll be immortal.
But for that to happen, Betts has to get better.
@ecreates88.bsky.social on how Betts must improve for UCLA to win it all:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66876
But for that to happen, Betts has to get better.
@ecreates88.bsky.social on how Betts must improve for UCLA to win it all:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66876
October 31, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Lauren Betts is already a UCLA legend. If she can take the Bruins to their 1st #NCAAWBB title, she'll be immortal.
But for that to happen, Betts has to get better.
@ecreates88.bsky.social on how Betts must improve for UCLA to win it all:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66876
But for that to happen, Betts has to get better.
@ecreates88.bsky.social on how Betts must improve for UCLA to win it all:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66876
Don't be surprised when these 3 #NCAAWBB players take leaps into superstardom and become household names.
Get excited about what's coming from Syla Swords, Mikayla Blakes and Oluchi Okananwa:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66833
Get excited about what's coming from Syla Swords, Mikayla Blakes and Oluchi Okananwa:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66833
October 30, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Don't be surprised when these 3 #NCAAWBB players take leaps into superstardom and become household names.
Get excited about what's coming from Syla Swords, Mikayla Blakes and Oluchi Okananwa:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66833
Get excited about what's coming from Syla Swords, Mikayla Blakes and Oluchi Okananwa:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66833
Based on the current state of CBA negotiations, there might not be a #WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago in the summer of 2026.
But if there is, this must happen...
@draveszachary.bsky.social on why the 1976 and 1996 Olympic Teams need to be celebrated next summer:
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But if there is, this must happen...
@draveszachary.bsky.social on why the 1976 and 1996 Olympic Teams need to be celebrated next summer:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66830
October 30, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Based on the current state of CBA negotiations, there might not be a #WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago in the summer of 2026.
But if there is, this must happen...
@draveszachary.bsky.social on why the 1976 and 1996 Olympic Teams need to be celebrated next summer:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66830
But if there is, this must happen...
@draveszachary.bsky.social on why the 1976 and 1996 Olympic Teams need to be celebrated next summer:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66830
Two weeks into the #WNBL26 season, and #WNBA players have been hooping.
Mackenzie Holmes headlines a group of young and experienced W players who are developing Down Under.
@ercreates88.bsky.social profiles the best performers:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66783
Mackenzie Holmes headlines a group of young and experienced W players who are developing Down Under.
@ercreates88.bsky.social profiles the best performers:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66783
October 29, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Two weeks into the #WNBL26 season, and #WNBA players have been hooping.
Mackenzie Holmes headlines a group of young and experienced W players who are developing Down Under.
@ercreates88.bsky.social profiles the best performers:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66783
Mackenzie Holmes headlines a group of young and experienced W players who are developing Down Under.
@ercreates88.bsky.social profiles the best performers:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66783
As #EuroLeagueWomen group play rematches begin in Week 4, three clubs are still unbeaten.
What are the chances Fenerbahçe, Galatasaray and Girona remain perfect?
@nemchocke.bsky.social previews the matchups and more:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66705
What are the chances Fenerbahçe, Galatasaray and Girona remain perfect?
@nemchocke.bsky.social previews the matchups and more:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66705
October 29, 2025 at 1:01 PM
As #EuroLeagueWomen group play rematches begin in Week 4, three clubs are still unbeaten.
What are the chances Fenerbahçe, Galatasaray and Girona remain perfect?
@nemchocke.bsky.social previews the matchups and more:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66705
What are the chances Fenerbahçe, Galatasaray and Girona remain perfect?
@nemchocke.bsky.social previews the matchups and more:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66705
Lauren Betts, Azzi Fudd and Olivia Miles are absolutely #NCAAWBB stars.
But, their #WNBA greatness is not guaranteed.
Here's what all 3 must prove to pro evaluators during their final college seasons:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66724
But, their #WNBA greatness is not guaranteed.
Here's what all 3 must prove to pro evaluators during their final college seasons:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66724
October 28, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Lauren Betts, Azzi Fudd and Olivia Miles are absolutely #NCAAWBB stars.
But, their #WNBA greatness is not guaranteed.
Here's what all 3 must prove to pro evaluators during their final college seasons:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66724
But, their #WNBA greatness is not guaranteed.
Here's what all 3 must prove to pro evaluators during their final college seasons:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66724
It's never too early to get excited about what's next....
Although the 2025-26 #NCAAWBB season hasn't officially started, the visits and commitments of top 2026 recruits should have fans of these programs excited about even brighter futures:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66631
Although the 2025-26 #NCAAWBB season hasn't officially started, the visits and commitments of top 2026 recruits should have fans of these programs excited about even brighter futures:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66631
October 28, 2025 at 1:00 PM
It's never too early to get excited about what's next....
Although the 2025-26 #NCAAWBB season hasn't officially started, the visits and commitments of top 2026 recruits should have fans of these programs excited about even brighter futures:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66631
Although the 2025-26 #NCAAWBB season hasn't officially started, the visits and commitments of top 2026 recruits should have fans of these programs excited about even brighter futures:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66631
Who will be the best player in #NCAAWBB?
Here's the case for the 5 preseason All-Americans: Sarah Strong, Lauren Betts, Hannah Hidalgo, Ta'Niya Latson and Madison Booker.
www.swishappeal.com/e/66229
(And yes, Strong is listed first for a reason.)
Here's the case for the 5 preseason All-Americans: Sarah Strong, Lauren Betts, Hannah Hidalgo, Ta'Niya Latson and Madison Booker.
www.swishappeal.com/e/66229
(And yes, Strong is listed first for a reason.)
October 24, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Who will be the best player in #NCAAWBB?
Here's the case for the 5 preseason All-Americans: Sarah Strong, Lauren Betts, Hannah Hidalgo, Ta'Niya Latson and Madison Booker.
www.swishappeal.com/e/66229
(And yes, Strong is listed first for a reason.)
Here's the case for the 5 preseason All-Americans: Sarah Strong, Lauren Betts, Hannah Hidalgo, Ta'Niya Latson and Madison Booker.
www.swishappeal.com/e/66229
(And yes, Strong is listed first for a reason.)
In the 2025-26 #NCAAWBB season, the power of the portal will be evident everywhere.
But especially in the Big 12.
New Horned Frog Olivia Miles headlines a group of newcomers who are sure to shape how the conference shakes out.
www.swishappeal.com/e/66487
But especially in the Big 12.
New Horned Frog Olivia Miles headlines a group of newcomers who are sure to shape how the conference shakes out.
www.swishappeal.com/e/66487
October 24, 2025 at 5:31 PM
In the 2025-26 #NCAAWBB season, the power of the portal will be evident everywhere.
But especially in the Big 12.
New Horned Frog Olivia Miles headlines a group of newcomers who are sure to shape how the conference shakes out.
www.swishappeal.com/e/66487
But especially in the Big 12.
New Horned Frog Olivia Miles headlines a group of newcomers who are sure to shape how the conference shakes out.
www.swishappeal.com/e/66487
Is this the year that UCLA finally breaks through?
However, before dreaming of an #NCAAWBB national championship, Lauren Betts and the Bruins need to take care of business in the #B1G.
@ecreates88.bsky.social looks at the questions facing UCLA and the rest of the conference:
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However, before dreaming of an #NCAAWBB national championship, Lauren Betts and the Bruins need to take care of business in the #B1G.
@ecreates88.bsky.social looks at the questions facing UCLA and the rest of the conference:
buff.ly/OineBUp
October 23, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Is this the year that UCLA finally breaks through?
However, before dreaming of an #NCAAWBB national championship, Lauren Betts and the Bruins need to take care of business in the #B1G.
@ecreates88.bsky.social looks at the questions facing UCLA and the rest of the conference:
buff.ly/OineBUp
However, before dreaming of an #NCAAWBB national championship, Lauren Betts and the Bruins need to take care of business in the #B1G.
@ecreates88.bsky.social looks at the questions facing UCLA and the rest of the conference:
buff.ly/OineBUp
Angel Reese. Kamilla Cardoso. Te-Hina Paopao.
Transfers have been key to teams that have won #NCAAWBB national titles.
In 2025-26, which players can go from the portal to the trophy?
Here are 5 players whose move could swing the national championship:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66235
Transfers have been key to teams that have won #NCAAWBB national titles.
In 2025-26, which players can go from the portal to the trophy?
Here are 5 players whose move could swing the national championship:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66235
October 23, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Angel Reese. Kamilla Cardoso. Te-Hina Paopao.
Transfers have been key to teams that have won #NCAAWBB national titles.
In 2025-26, which players can go from the portal to the trophy?
Here are 5 players whose move could swing the national championship:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66235
Transfers have been key to teams that have won #NCAAWBB national titles.
In 2025-26, which players can go from the portal to the trophy?
Here are 5 players whose move could swing the national championship:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66235
Can Duke finally break through? How far can Hannah Hidalgo take Notre Dame? Does new-look NC State have enough shooting?
Those pressing questions will determine which team prevails in the ACC this #NCAAWBB season:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66427
Those pressing questions will determine which team prevails in the ACC this #NCAAWBB season:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66427
October 22, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Can Duke finally break through? How far can Hannah Hidalgo take Notre Dame? Does new-look NC State have enough shooting?
Those pressing questions will determine which team prevails in the ACC this #NCAAWBB season:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66427
Those pressing questions will determine which team prevails in the ACC this #NCAAWBB season:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66427
How can you NOT be excited about Sarah Strong?
The second-year Husky headlines a superb #NCAAWBB sophomore class set for leaps into superstardom.
@ecreates88.bsky.social looks at the expectations for Strong and other sophs:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66452
The second-year Husky headlines a superb #NCAAWBB sophomore class set for leaps into superstardom.
@ecreates88.bsky.social looks at the expectations for Strong and other sophs:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66452
October 22, 2025 at 5:15 PM
How can you NOT be excited about Sarah Strong?
The second-year Husky headlines a superb #NCAAWBB sophomore class set for leaps into superstardom.
@ecreates88.bsky.social looks at the expectations for Strong and other sophs:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66452
The second-year Husky headlines a superb #NCAAWBB sophomore class set for leaps into superstardom.
@ecreates88.bsky.social looks at the expectations for Strong and other sophs:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66452
The SEC is the best conference in #NCAAWBB.
But, can any SEC team best South Carolina? Or, are Dawn Staley and the Gamecocks sure to win their 10th conference championship?
Here are 5 questions about what could happen in the SEC:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66237
But, can any SEC team best South Carolina? Or, are Dawn Staley and the Gamecocks sure to win their 10th conference championship?
Here are 5 questions about what could happen in the SEC:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66237
October 21, 2025 at 7:15 PM
The SEC is the best conference in #NCAAWBB.
But, can any SEC team best South Carolina? Or, are Dawn Staley and the Gamecocks sure to win their 10th conference championship?
Here are 5 questions about what could happen in the SEC:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66237
But, can any SEC team best South Carolina? Or, are Dawn Staley and the Gamecocks sure to win their 10th conference championship?
Here are 5 questions about what could happen in the SEC:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66237
Among all the excitement for the 2025-26 #NCAAWBB season, nothing is more exciting than finally seeing freshmen make their college debuts.
From LA to Norman to Storrs, there's some intriguing newbies.
@ecreates88.bsky.social on the top 5 freshmen to watch:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66366
From LA to Norman to Storrs, there's some intriguing newbies.
@ecreates88.bsky.social on the top 5 freshmen to watch:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66366
October 21, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Among all the excitement for the 2025-26 #NCAAWBB season, nothing is more exciting than finally seeing freshmen make their college debuts.
From LA to Norman to Storrs, there's some intriguing newbies.
@ecreates88.bsky.social on the top 5 freshmen to watch:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66366
From LA to Norman to Storrs, there's some intriguing newbies.
@ecreates88.bsky.social on the top 5 freshmen to watch:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66366
What does UConn, a program that has it all, want? Even more.
Can the Huskies go back-to-back and claim title No. 13 this season?
@ecreates88.bsky.social on how UConn can retain their #NCAAWBB supremacy:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66283
Can the Huskies go back-to-back and claim title No. 13 this season?
@ecreates88.bsky.social on how UConn can retain their #NCAAWBB supremacy:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66283
October 20, 2025 at 7:15 PM
What does UConn, a program that has it all, want? Even more.
Can the Huskies go back-to-back and claim title No. 13 this season?
@ecreates88.bsky.social on how UConn can retain their #NCAAWBB supremacy:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66283
Can the Huskies go back-to-back and claim title No. 13 this season?
@ecreates88.bsky.social on how UConn can retain their #NCAAWBB supremacy:
www.swishappeal.com/e/66283