Flau’Jae Links up With Serena Williams to Sign Personalized Jersey for Daughter Olympia
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“This is why women’s sports is important.”♥️ Olympia Ohanian, daughter of tennis legend Serena Williams, recently had an unforgettable day meeting LSU basketball star and rapper Flau’jae Johnson at Essence Fest. The LSU star stopped to sign a special jersey for the young mogul. Alexis Ohanian, Serena’s husband, shared the heartwarming moment on social media, […]
A’ja Wilson Makes History as Las Vegas Aces All-Time Leading Scorer
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A’ja Wilson is having quite the season!⭐️ Over the weekend, the two-time WNBA MVP and Las Vegas Aces star made history by surpassing Sophia Young-Malcolm to become the franchise’s all-time leading scorer, according to CNN Sports. In Sunday’s game against the Dallas Wings, @aja22wilson delivered an outstanding performance with 28 points and 10 rebounds, securing […]
Angel Reese Gets Emotional After Being Named WNBA All-Star in Rookie Season
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She deserves it! Angel Reese has been having an incredible rookie season. Drafted No. 7 to the Chicago Sky, the former Bayou Barbie is making a name for herself in the windy city. This past week she made history as the first WNBA player to record a double-double in 10 consecutive games in a single […]
Former WNBA Star & Hall of Famer Swin Cash Named Senior VP of Basketball Operations With New Orleans Pelicans
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Swin Cash, a former WNBA star and Naismith Hall of Famer, has been named the Senior Vice President of Basketball Operations for the New Orleans Pelicans. According to The Athletic, this makes her one of the highest-ranking women in an NBA front office. According to executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin, “Every single […]
Angel Reese Receives Embrace From WNBA Icon Sheryl Swoopes After Win Against Indiana Fever
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We love seeing Black women support each other!💫 After her outstanding performance against the Indiana Fever on Sunday, Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese shared a heartfelt embrace with WNBA legend and Hall of Famer Sheryl Swoopes, who was in attendance. “She been there for me. She been there through my highs and lows,” Reese told […]
Angel Reese Just Became the First Co-Owner of DC Power Football Club
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Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese has added another title to her already impressive resume: professional sports team owner. According to CBS News, The Baltimore County native has become the first member of the ownership group for DC Power Football Club, a Washington-based women’s team set to debut this summer in the United Soccer League Super […]
WNBA Superstar A’ja Wilson Announces Signature Shoe with Nike
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The two-time WNBA MVP, A’ja Wilson, is solidifying her status as a trailblazer in women’s sports. Nike welcomed A’ja Wilson, one of basketball’s brightest stars, to its prestigious lineup of signature athletes, the sports apparel company announced. Wilson’s partnership with Nike marks a significant milestone in her career as she becomes the latest addition to […]
Candace Parker Named President of Women’s Basketball at Adidas
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She may be hanging up her sneakers, but she will remain deeply rooted in the sport. WNBA champion, Olympic gold medalist, and all-around hoops icon Candace Parker is taking her talents off the court and into the boardroom, Andscape Reports. Fresh off her retirement announcement, Parker has landed a groundbreaking new role as the president […]
5 Moments That Solidify Candace Parker’s GOAT Status in the WNBA
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Parker, who began her career in 2008, announced her retirement from the WNBA on April 28th. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Candace Parker (@candaceparker) Candace Parker’s recent retirement announcement left a bittersweet taste in the mouths of WNBA fans everywhere. But while her playing days may be over, her legacy as […]
Angel Jackson Makes History as Second HBCU Player to Be Drafted in 20 Years
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Angel Jackson was just drafted into the WNBA, and she’s already making history! Jackson was the second-ever player from an HBCU to be drafted by the WNBA, Black Enterprise reports. The 6-foot-6 center from Jackson State University in Mississippi was picked No. 36 in the third round by the back-to-back champion Las Vegas Aces during […]