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Nine for IX: ESPN Films' screening of 'Pat XO'
by Swish Appeal
posted June 28, 2013 at 9:02am

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - The roped-off area for the media and the orange carpet were clear signs that the midweek screening at a local theater wasn't showing standard moviegoer fare. The film "Pat XO" debuted in an exclusive showing a short distance from wher...more

WNBA rookie rankings: Alex Bentley off to a surprising start as Skylar Diggins and Brittney Griner start to find their rhythm
by Swish Appeal
posted June 28, 2013 at 8:52am

One of the storylines that might've been understated nationally during the Golden State Warriors' run in the 2013 NBA Playoffs was just how well the organization has drafted in the past four years. Coach Mark Jackson managed to squeeze the most out of ...more

Beyond the Box coming soon to the WNBA
by Swish Appeal
posted June 28, 2013 at 8:50am

Joe Favorito of the Sports Marketing & PR Roundup blog recently wrote about the evolution of "second screen" experiences for sports fans, which are more simply described as platforms "...like twitter to engage fans and monitor the buzz in and around...more

NCAA women's basketball committee outlines next steps to enhance play
by They're Playing Basketball
posted June 28, 2013 at 8:49am

The follow up to Val Ackerman's recommendations last week is fast:The NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Committee is moving quickly to enhance championship play, based on the recommendations from Val Ackerman’s white paper presented nationall...more

Mystics look to split with Mercury and end skid with home win
by Swish Appeal
posted June 27, 2013 at 9:58pm

There are no easy wins in the WNBA. The Mystics can tell you that after hitting the road with a 4-1 record and coming home 4-4. They didn't get blown out in any of their three losses and two of the teams that beat them are two of the league's best. But...more

FGCU coach Karl Smesko on the Ackerman white paper
by Swish Appeal
posted June 27, 2013 at 4:14pm

Earlier this month Val Ackerman released her report on the state of NCAA Women’s DI basketball. She addressed many issues, presented many ideas, and specifically endorsed some measures. Some of the ideas presented were very good such as a 2...more

Women's college basketball recruiting - The Eighty Percent Rule
by Swish Appeal
posted June 27, 2013 at 10:17am

If there's any area of basketball that might be impervious to any kind of stat-based analysis, it's high school basketball. Pro basketball is the least impervious - most teams are on an equal footing. College basketball is a bit more difficult, with t...more

The New Big East: Val Ackerman hired as commissioner
by Swish Appeal
posted June 26, 2013 at 8:43pm

In the wake of the departures of Louisville and Rutgers, seven schools have agreed to leave the Big East conference. For ongoing updates on this story as it develops, check out SB Nation's Big East conference realignment storystream. Rutgers University...more

Dream off to a franchise-best 8-1; Mercury also win
by They're Playing Basketball
posted June 26, 2013 at 8:35pm

The Dream topped the injury-depleted Fever, 76-60. Atlanta's 8-1 start is the best in franchise history.The Mercury outlasted the Silver Stars, 83-77. Phoenix rookie Brittney Griner had a career-high 26 points.Team news:Sparks....close up with Alana Beard...more

Wednesday links: Brittney Griner finding a rhythm, praise for Glory Johnson, and Ron Rothstein on the Miami Heat's NBA title
by Swish Appeal
posted June 26, 2013 at 8:31pm

Phoenix Mercury rookie Brittney Griner is clearly the story of the day for what she did on the court last night. Terrence Thomas of the San Antonio Express-News reports that coach Dan Hughes thought free throws were "a pretty big statistic" in the Sa...more

How did the San Antonio Silver Stars stay with the Phoenix Mercury on a poor shooting night?
by Swish Appeal
posted June 26, 2013 at 9:06am

Wrap your head around this. The Stars got out rebounded by 20, had huge FT disparity, and shot 36% and STILL had a chance to win it. #wnba — Aneela (@SAStarsBlogger) June 26, 2013   So how do you stay in a game when you can shoot better than...more

Glory Johnson, Angel McCoughtry are players of the week
by They're Playing Basketball
posted June 25, 2013 at 9:36pm

Glory Johnson and Angel McCoughtry are the Western and Eastern conference players of the week.Team news:Liberty....Q&A;with Avery Warley.Tomorrow's game previews:Fever at DreamMercury at Silver StarsCollege coaching changes:I heard that Baylor assista...more

Lost rebounds magnified in New York Liberty's overtime loss to San Antonio Silver Stars
by Swish Appeal
posted June 25, 2013 at 9:27pm

NEWARK, NJ - What about the turnovers? In due time. Looking back at the numbers in San Antonio's 78-77 overtime victory over the New York Liberty we begin In order looking at efficiency and possessions: Efficiency and possessions Possessions: San ...more

Weekly WNBA stats update: The L.A. Sparks defense, the Tulsa Shock's offense, and the N.Y. Liberty's turnover problems
by Swish Appeal
posted June 25, 2013 at 9:04am

In the past Kevin Pelton of StormBasketball.com has kept up with the WNBA's advanced team statistics. With Pelton having moved on, Ed Bemiss of National Sports Rankings has stepped in to provide some of those on his site where they will be updated week...more

Stars shine bright against Liberty
by Swish Appeal
posted June 24, 2013 at 8:24pm

Good afternoon, everyone, and hello once more from the Prudential Center in beautiful, fragrant Newark, New Jersey! Today's matchup features the New York Liberty and the New York Liberty Alumnae All-Star Squad the San Antonio Silver Stars. It's Pride ...more

Sparks vs. Mystics final score: Rookie Tayler Hill steps up for Washington in 79-69 loss to L.A.
by Swish Appeal
posted June 24, 2013 at 8:21pm

#Mystics (4-4) have still yet to lose by more than 10...Tayler Hill w/ 16 points (6-7 from field, 4-5 from 3) off the bench #wow — Zack Ward (@Zack_L_Ward) June 24, 2013   Just the other day, Albert Lee wondered aloud whether the Washingto...more

Monday WNBA links: McCoughtry scores 34 and two rookies break out
by Swish Appeal
posted June 24, 2013 at 7:32pm

The Sparks highlighted the WNBA weekend by defeating their fellow frontrunner Minnesota by 28 on Friday. However, the rest of the weekend saw mostly competitive contests, including one that featured L.A. and last year's worst team in the Mystics. On Sa...more

New York Liberty have turnovers to blame for loss to San Antonio Silver Stars
by Swish Appeal
posted June 24, 2013 at 7:31pm

NEWARK, NJ - It came down to the final possession. In effect, the victory was there form whomever could get that extra stop. The added offensive put back. Running down and getting to one more loose ball. In the end result, it came in favor of the S...more

U16women's basketball team captures gold
by They're Playing Basketball
posted June 24, 2013 at 7:29pm

USA 82, Canada 48Tennessee commit Asia Durr was tournament MVP.Photo gallery ...more

Can the Mystics handle the red-hot Sparks?
by Swish Appeal
posted June 23, 2013 at 12:13pm

The Mystics' resume epitomizes how much parity there is in the WNBA right now. They are 4-3 and all seven games have been close, regardless of the credentials of the opponent. The Sparks, on the other hand, have had people hailing them as the best team...more

Commentary: Amanda Butler has dropped the "ball" when it comes to Sydney Moss transfer request
by Swish Appeal
posted June 23, 2013 at 12:10pm

After reading about the recent debacle that has become the Sydney Moss transfer situation, it’s obvious that this has become increasingly unfair for the person being hurt the most: the student-athlete who just wants to transfer to move closer to h...more

Sparks deliver an unexpected thrashing to Western Conference leading Lynx, 87-59
by They're Playing Basketball
posted June 23, 2013 at 12:07pm

Game story.Photo gallery.Looks like the Dream and the Sparks were underestimated this season.Other games last night:Storm 91, Silver Stars 86Mercury 90, Mystics 82Today's game previews:Sky at FeverStorm at Shock ...more

Should Tayler Hill still be starting for the Washington Mystics?
by Swish Appeal
posted June 23, 2013 at 11:51am

If you read this site often, you probably know that my answer to this question is no, but I do have to acknowledge that this is a legitimate question that is worthy of a post in and of itself. First, at least before the season, Mike Thibault said this...more

Chicago Sky beats an injury hobbled Indiana Fever team, 71-61
by Swish Appeal
posted June 23, 2013 at 11:47am

Epiphanny Prince led the way for Chicago by scoring 21 points and drained three three pointers to go with 6 rebounds. In addition, Elena Delle Donne and Sylvia Fowles added 13 and 11 points respectively. A 22-10 fourth quarter run proved to be the dif...more

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