Plots always thickening

Today's result:

Tiffany Hayes returned to the Dream, and lead them to a 92-81 win over the Liberty in OT, with 21 points.

WNBA news:

The WNBA's Pride evolution: authenticity draws people in.

The WNBA needs to stabilize and expand rosters before expansion.

WNBA team news:

Three questions for the Storm at midseason.

The Sparks are aiming for franchise win No. 500 tomorrow.

The last-place Lynx hope to add some wins in their upcoming long homestand.

WNBA player news:

Player journeys are chronicled in the documentary "We Are the W."

Sue Bird became the league's most winning player last night, with dub No. 324.

Tina Charles with the Storm: too good to be true?

Catching up with Rhyne Howard.

Rookie Evina Westbrook's "crazy" transition to her third WNBA team.

A rally for Brittney Griner is set in Phoenix for July 6.

Her trial in Russia opens tomorrow.

College program news:

UCLA and USC will move to the Big Ten Conference in 2024.

College coach news:

Longtime Fordham coach Stephanie Gaitley has left the program.

How will new Mississippi State coach Sam Purcell make the pieces fit?

Sky, Sun earn big dubs

Today's results:

The Sky ran past the Sun, 91-83.

The Mercury routed the Fever, 99-78.

The Storm beat the Aces, 88-78.

WNBA player news:

Today Candace Parker became the first player in league history with 6,000 points, 3,000 rebounds and 1,500 assists.

Dearica Hamby has signed a two-year contract extension with Las Vegas.

Jackie Young's breakout season has lifted the Aces.

Win shares: a Brionna Jones case study.

Nikolina Milic is here to stay for the Lynx.

Rookie Shakira Austin is ahead of the game.

Arike Ogunbowale says Brittney Griner would be home by now if she were a man.

Griner is still locked up, and we are helpless to free her.

Griner's wife says she is struggling and terrified in Russia.

College team news:

Buffalo begins the summer with a new roster and new expectations.

College player news:

Diamond Brooks returns to Louisville from injury.

College coach news:

Coach Katie Abrahamson-Henderson wants Georgia back in the title hunt.

Marc Mitchell is the new head coach at UIndy.

John Hampton is a new assistant coach at Rutgers.

SIU's new assistant coach is Mike Geary.

All-Stars and trouncings

Today's results:

The Mystics routed the Dream, 92-74, with 15 three-point shots.

The Lynx squashed the Wings, 92-64.

WNBA All-Star news:

All-Star reserves were named.

Notable surprises and snubs.

WNBA team news:

The league's weekly power rankings.

WNBA player news:

How Tina Charles can bolster the Storm's title hopes, or disrupt the team chemistry......the move makes sense if chemistry is preserved.

Charles said leaving the Mercury was hard, but signing with Seattle "just made sense."

Why she made the midseason move.

Allisha Gray is quiet, and lets her game do the talking.

In tonight's Minnesota win, Moriah Jefferson posted the franchise's first triple-double.

Kelsey Plum has been the main reason behind the Aces' success.

In last night's press conference, A'ja Wilson was moved to tears when asked about Brittney Griner.

The White House says it is "actively" seeking her release.

Griner's situation is simple, but bringing her home is not.

The Mercury are pushing for Griner's release.

College coach news:

Nikki McCray-Penson is a new assistant coach at Rutgers.

Aaron Kallhoff comes aboard BYU as an assistant coach.

Columbia has hired Allie Bassetti as an assistant coach.

The strong get stronger

Today's results:

The Mercury prevailed over the Fever, 83-71, on the strength of seven three-pointers from Diana Taurasi.

The Aces held off the Sparks, 79-73, as A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum combined for 54 points.

WNBA team news:

Though they're struggling on defense, the Lynx has found their scoring touch.

ESPN's power rankings for the week now have Chicago on top.

Amber Cox is the new COO for the Dallas Wings.

WNBA player news:

Naz Hillmon is fitting in with Atlanta.

A Russian court has scheduled Brittney Griner's trial on drug charges to begin Friday.

Layshia Clarendon says Republicans are coming for all of our rights.

College player news:

Aliyah Boston has won the Honda Cup as the top female college athlete of the year.

College coach news:

Former Rutgers standout Tasha Pointer returns as an assistant coach.

Jakeria Otey joins Central Arkansas as an assistant coach.

Sun, Sky grab wins

Today's results:

The Sun shut down the short-handed Dream, 72-61.

Courtney Vandersloot's buzzer-beating three lifted the Sky over the Lynx, 88-85.

WNBA player news:

Kelsey Plum and Jackie Young are excited about making their first All-Star appearances.

Megan Gustafson's WNBA journey continues in Phoenix.

Brittney Griner's preliminary hearing in Moscow is tomorrow.

Many surprises

Today's results:

The Mercury topped the Wings, 83-72, in their first game without Tina Charles.

The Sparks surprised the Storm, 85-77, behind Nneka Ogwumike's 24 points.

The Mystics outlasted the Aces in OT, 87-86.

WNBA player news:

Tina Charles and the Mercury mutually parted ways.........this is what it might mean for the team.

How Megan Gustafson has changed her game.

The House of Representatives has passed Greg Stanton's resolution to free Brittney Griner.

College coach news:

Dawn Plitzuweit brings her "be your best" philosophy to West Virginia.

A sobering day

Roe vs. Wade was overturned

Today's result:

The Liberty defeated the Dream, 89-77, behind big performances by Natasha Howard and Sabrina Ionescu.

WNBA team news:

Chicago has shown they can beat opponents in multiple ways.

The Aces are ready to respond after a historic defeat.

The Storm are ready to fight for women after the overturning of Roe vs. Wade.

WNBA player news:

Various players reacted to the Supreme Court's decision.

Age is no longer a limit for Han Xu.

Michaela Onyenwere talks fertility planning.

WNBPA news:

The league's player's union decried today's Roe vs. Wade ruling.

College coach news:

Louisiana Tech has extended coach Brooke Stoehr's contract through 2026.

Josh Petersen is a new assistant coach at Miami.

Monisha Neal is a new assistant coach at Grambling State.

A big night for the stars

Today's results:

The Wings routed the Fever, 94-68, behind six three-pointers from Arike Ogunbowale.

Sylvia Fowles returned (and got a double-double) to help the Lynx grab their second win in a row, over the Mercury, 100-88.

The Storm ran past the Mystics, 85-71.

Sue Bird tied the WNBA's all-time wins record.

The Sky throttled the Sparks, 82-59.

Candace Parker broke the WNBA record for most triple-doubles, and the most in one season.

International news:

How Lauren Jackson's remarkable comeback transpired.

College player news:

North Carolina's Deja Kelly is poised to be a face of college basketball next season.

Why Anastasia Hayes returned to Mississippi State after a season of tension and uncertainty.

Denae Carter is ready to play a key role for the Bulldogs after injury.

College coach news:

Bett Shelby joins the Arizona staff as special assistant to the head coach.

All-Star teams named

Today's result:

The Liberty handled the Sun, 81-77.

WNBA All-Star news:

The All-Star teams were announced today, as well as the vote totals for all players.

Sylvia Fowles and Sue Bird will be team captains, and Brittney Griner will be an honorary All-Star.

WNBA player news:

The journey of Jonquel Jones.

Kelsey Mitchell knows how to trust her process, whether on the court or in grad school.

Interview with Sabrina Ionescu and Natasha Howard.

Brittney Sykes: What does pride mean to me?

College player news:

Aliyah Boston: Black women deserve more respect in sports.

How NIL deals have "completely changed" the college experience for women.

How Tamika Catchings' documentary sheds new light on the Lady Vols 1998 Championship.

The season of unpredictability continues

Today's results:

The Dream ended a four-game losing streak with an 80-75 win over the Wings.

The Sky rallied from a WNBA record 28 down to top the Aces, 104-95.

The Lynx overcame a poor first quarter to beat the Mercury, 84-71, for their fourth win on the season.

The Sparks held off the Mystics, 84-82.

WNBA player news:

With expansion, players want owners who will spend.

Kelsey Mitchell would be grateful for an All-Star selection.

Jessica Shepard is having a breakout season with Minnesota.

Brittney Griner's botched call with her wife last weekend will be rescheduled, the U.S. State Department said.

International news:

Lauren Jackson has returned to the Opals after a nine-year absence.

College coach news:

James Boney is a new assistnat coach at UMass Lowell.

Nick DiPillo is Pitt's new assistant coach.

Scheduled call between Griner and wife didn't happen

WNBA player news:

A scheduled call between Brittney Griner and wife Cherelle Saturday never happened, due to a staffing/logistical error.

The U.S. State Department says it "deeply regrets" the mistake.

A spokesperson for Russian president Vladimir Putin says Griner isn't a hostage, and gave no indication when she might be released from custody.

Dunking is just one of Awak Kuier's talents.

WNBA team news:

ESPN's power rankings for the week.

The surging Aces are the favorites to win the WNBA Championship.

Las Vegas signed Iliana Rupert - their 2021 first-round draft pick.

Four games on tap tomorrow........

WNBA owner news:

Storm owner Ginny Gilder is among female athletes running businesses.

Bonus:

Former WNBA president Val Ackerman writes about what it will take to advance women in sports.

College coach news:

Lehigh's new assistant coach is Kaitlyn Lewis.

Scrapping, fighting, winning and losing

Today's results:

The Storm rallied past the Liberty, 81-72, as Sue Bird's farewell tour got off to a great start.

The Mystics defeated the Sun, 71-63, after honoring three of their legends before the game.

The Fever edged the Sky, 89-87, but Chicago still clinches a spot in the Commissioner's Cup final.

The Wings topped the Sparks, 92-82, behind a big Arike Ogunbowale performance.

The Aces survived the Lynx, 96-95, lead by A'ja Wilson and Dearica Hamby.

WNBA player news:

Sue Bird got a standing ovation from the New York crowd today.

USA Basketball news:

USA's U18 team won gold at the Women's Americas Championship.

Current WNBA standings:

No matchups today, but five tomorrow

WNBA team news:

Just as they waned in Maya Moore's exit, the Lynx have sunk in Napheesa Collier's absence.

The draft lottery process rules out a Minnesota tank.

WNBA player news:

Jackie Young is working her way back to all-star form.

Rebecca Allen's length stretches the Liberty defense.

Rhyne Howard hopes to help the league grow.

Briann January is relishing her chance to play for the Storm in her final season.

Could Courtney Vandersloot or Kelsey Plum replace Sue Bird for Seattle?

Bird's impact on the league is immeasurable.

The crowd in Connecticut showed love to Bird last night on her second-to-last visit.

Angel McCoughtry, along with former college coach Jeff Walz, are advocating for the WNBA to come to Louisville.

WNBA coach news:

Sandy Brondello says Han Xu is "way ahead" of Brittney Griner in development.....and Xu is doing it all for the Liberty.

The close battles continue

Today's results:

The Sun pulled away from the Storm, 82-71.

The Wings got past the Mercury, 93-88.

The Sky needed an OT to put away the Dream, 106-100.

No games tomorrow, but five on Sunday.......

WNBA team news:

Dallas and Arike Ogunbowale are on the cusp of breaking into the league's upper echelon.

WNBA player news:

Fans turned out at Mohegan Sun Arena to see Sue Bird in her final season.

Katie Lou Samuelson has found her comfort zone with the Sparks.

Phoenix forward Kristine Anigwe balances basketball and fashion.

Naz Hillmon is ready to embrace her role for Atlanta.

Sue Bird's career in pictures.

NCAA coach news:

Beth Burns returns to USC as associate head coach.

Elaine Powell is a new assistant coach at Georgia Southern.

Jeanette Pohlen is Stanford's new director of player development.

Prepping for a big game weekend

Today's result:

The Liberty downed the Mystics, 67-55, behind a season-high 27 points from Natasha Howard.

WNBA team news:

How will the Sky look with their entire roster intact?

Everything on the line this weekend, and why the Lynx might be a lost cause.

WNBA player news:

Sydney Colson's personality and competitive spirit are a benefit to the Aces.

Angel McCoughtry is still looking for opportunity in the WNBA.

NCAA news:

The NCAA's DI Transformation Committee recommends that student-athletes be given a window of time to enter the transfer portal in order to be eligible to compete the following season.

College coach news:

How a great NCAA Tournament for Jackson State made coach Tomekia Reed a coaching target.

Eric Ely returns to Oregon State as the director of player personnel and assistant to the head coach.

Sue Bird to retire

Very happy for her, but sad at the same time. Will miss her.

Not too many play for the same team their entire careers. Much respect.

WNBA legend Sue Bird announced her retirement at the end of this season......"you know when you know."

She will be proud to have played her entire career for one team.

Her career by the numbers.....and the story of her journey.

Career in photos.

Bird's impact will be felt forever.

She got a lot of respect and love after she dropped the news.

Bird got to retire on her terms, but will leave a substantial void.

What her retirement means for the Storm's future.

The hump day grind

Today's results:

The Aces rallied from behind to beat the Wings, 92-84. Kelsey Plum and A'ja Wilson combined for 52 points.

The win also puts Las Vegas in the Commissioner's Cup championship game

The Mercury ran past the Fever, 93-80.

The Sun downed the Dream, 105-92. Courtney Williams had a season-high 20 points for Connecticut.

WNBA team news:

The Sky's defense has improved, but they have yet to play their best.

Olympic player news:

People need to know Katrina McClain.

Top teams stay on top

Today's results:

Sharkira Austin's double-double powered the Mystics past the Mercury, 83-65.

The Storm outlasted the Lynx, 81-79.

WNBA team news:

The Sky had an eventful week.

WNBA player news:

Selfless superstar A'ja Wilson is the frontrunner for MVP.

Jackie Young is back in the starting lineup for Las Vegas.

Ezi Magbegor is having a breakout season, and it might just be the start.

Sue Bird and Mercedes Russell are back on the injured list for Seattle.

Kristi Toliver is ramping up for her WNBA return.

A Moscow court has ordered Brittney Griner to stay in jail for another 18 days.

College team news:

UConn reported 21 violations in 2021, including four in WBB.

College coach news:

Longtime coach Gail Goestenkors has retired.

Liberty, Mercury stock rising

WNBA team news:

ESPN's power rankings have the Liberty on the rise.

The WNBA's power rankings look the same.

Breaking down the Indiana Fever moves.

WNBA player news:

The U.S. State Department met with the Mercury today to discuss Brittney Griner's detainment in Russia.

Premiere defensive specialists.

Frustration and quiet tension in Tina Charles' return to Washington.

It's Marine Johannes time in Brooklyn.

College player news:

Minnesota's freshmen are undeterred by previous transfers.

College coach news:

Kara Lawson will coach the USA's 3X3 team at the FIBA World Cup.

Kelly Rae Finley brought Florida back to glory.

Samba Johnson is a new assistant coach at Cal Poly.

Theme: tight games

Today's results:

Courtney Vandersloot's buzzer-beater three propelled the Sky over the Liberty, 88-86.

The Storm outlasted the Wings, 84-79.

A dazzling performance by Skylar Diggins-Smith paved the Mercury's 99-90 OT win over the Mystics.

The Fever snapped a five-game losing streak with an 84-80 victory over the Lynx. NaLyssa Smith lead the way with a career-high 21 points.

WNBA player news:

Sabrina Ionescu became the youngest player in league history to notch multiple triple-doubles. 

She was also the first to have a triple-double in three quarters.

Arike Ogunbowale was ejected from today's game after she "kicked" the ball toward the stands. 

Aces continue to excel

Today's result:

The Aces outran the Sparks, 89-72. A'ja Wilson had a season-high 35 points for Las Vegas.

WNBA team news:

Sylvia Fowles' knee injury puts the Lynx on the brink of a new era.

A possible Bay Area expansion team would come with the complication of choosing an ownership group.

WNBA player news:

How Myisha Hines-Allen busted out of her shooting slump.

Players sound off on commercial travel.

Brittney Griner's older sister speaks out on the gut-wrenching detention that has lasted more than 100 days.

WBHOF induction news:

Tonight's inductees called for Brittney Griner's release in their acceptance speeches.

Why Delisha Milton-Jones' induction is significant.

Tales from a five-game night

Today's results:

The Sky hit late free throws to stop the Sun, 83-79.

The Liberty rolled past the Fever, 97-83.

The Mystics ran by the Lynx, 76-59. It was a season-low scoring effort for Minnesota.

A 32-point outpour from Breanna Stewart helped the Storm edge the Wings, 89-88.

The Mercury held off the Dream, 90-88.

WNBA player news:

How Sue Bird, Diana Taurasi and Sylvia Fowles have rewritten the record books.

Fowles is sidelined by more knee problems.

Stewart and A'ja Wilson top early All-Star votes.

WNBA coach news:

The head-coaching candidate list is filled with established (female) leaders.

WBHOF induction tomorrow:

Ring ceremony photos.

Delisha Milton-Jones will be inducted.

USA 3X3 World Cup team named:

Cierra Burdick, Lauren Cox, Ashley Joens and Hailey Van Lith.

College team news:

Iowa State is reloading for next season.

College player news:

Aliyah Boston isn't satisfied after the Gamecocks' Championship win.

Paige Bueckers is looking to get bigger and stronger for next season.

Twists in the road

WNBA team news:

What the first 12 games have told us about each team.

How the Storm can still be title contenders.

Five areas of concern for Seattle after one third of the season.

WNBA player news:

Sylvia Fowles will be sidelined indefinitely with a cartilage injury in her right knee.....though the Lynx's other local paper says it'll be a week or two.

Elena Delle Donne's precautionary exit from last night's game due to back tightness raises long-term concerns again.

Mercury personnel are calling for more support for Brittney Griner.

After many twists and turns, Li Yueru's WNBA dream has finally come true.

U.S. Olympic team and Hall of Fame news:

Members of the 1996 USA Olympic team talked about their "30 For 30" special on Good Morning America today.

Delisha Milton-Jones talks playing against Pat Summitt and overcoming adversity.

College coach news:

Temeka Johnson is a new assistant coach at Western Kentucky.

Taja Edwards and Rodney Hill are new assistant coaches at TCU.

As the WNBA world turns

Today's results:

The Sun handled the Fever, 88-69.

The Mystics held off the Sky, 84-82, despite an early exit by Elena Delle Donne.

WNBA team news:

The Dream traded Megan Walker to the Liberty for AD Durr.

What went wrong for the Fever over the last two seasons.

What's next for the Sparks now that Derek Fisher is out?

LA says they're ready to compete for a championship.

The Sparks have more questions than answers.

Pro-abortion protesters stormed the court last night during the Liberty-Lynx game.

WNBA player news:

Brittney Griner's fate is enmeshed with another American prisoner.

Natisha Hiedeman was on hand for fiancee Jasmine Thomas' ACL surgery this morning.

WNBA coach news:

New LA head coach Fred Williams plans to tinker and get the team back on track.

College team news:

Pitt is poised to make a leap next season.

College player news:

North Carolina's Deja Kelly is a star in the making.

Some fire during the week

Today's results:

Sabrina Ionescu lead the Liberty over the Lynx, 88-69. She had 26 points, 8 assists and 8 rebounds.

The Storm clawed past the Dream, 72-60.

WNBA team news:

New York is battling COVID and injuries, and looks to get on a roll.

The league's power rankings for the week has the Aces at the top, which makes more sense than ESPN's rankings.

CBS Sports also has Las Vegas No. 1.

WNBA player news:

The brilliance of Brittney Sykes.

Five rookies exceeding expectations.

Players sound off on commercial travel.

WNBA coach news:

The Sparks fired Derek Fisher as head coach and general manager. Assistant coach Fred Williams will serve as head coach for the remainder of the season.

College team news:

BYU is making a pitch to Shaylee Gonzales to return to the team.

College player news:

Kentucky transfer Treasure Hunt has landed at Arizona State.

College coach news:

Longtime American associate head coach Tiffany Coll has been promoted to head coach.

Morgan Bailey is a new assistant coach at BYU.

Kortney Dunbar is IUPUI's new assistant coach.

Jackie Moore has been named assistant to Florida head coach Kellie Rae Finley.

Just a little on an off day

WNBA team news:

The Sun take over the top spot in ESPN's weekly power rankings.

After an underwhelming start, here's what we know about the Storm so far.

WNBA player news:

Sam Thomas beat the odds to make the Mercury roster.

College coach news:

Pat Summitt has been elected into the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Hall of Fame.

Dawn Staley on NPR.

Plenette Pierson returns to her alma mater, Texas Tech, as an assistant coach.

In accepting the job, she leaves her position as assistant for the Lynx.

Jessica Keller joins Nebraska as an assistant coach.

Jauwan Scaife is a new assistant coach at Ball State.

Drew Cole is a new assistant coach at Illinois State.

Sunday run day

Today's results:

The Lynx held off the Liberty, 84-77.

The Dream downed the Fever, 75-66.

The Sky stopped the Mystics, 91-82.

The Aces outlasted the Wings, 84-78.

The Mercury beat the Sparks, 81-74, and snapped a seven-game losing streak.

The Sun outran the Storm, 93-86.

WNBA player news:

Kelsey Plum shined the brightest for Las Vegas today, with 32 points.

Kelsey Mitchell said Indiana lost today because they're "soft."

Breanna Stewart's shoe company, Puma, gets kudos for climate consciousness.

Houston-area leaders will gather tomorrow for a rally and vigil in an effort to bring Brittney Griner home.

News from around the way

WNBA team news:

The Sky is looking to cement their defense.

The Sparks are catching their breath and turning to defense.

Should the Lynx tank for Paige Bueckers? No, and here's why.

All 12 teams play tomorrow, six games, and four tip at the same time. Further, none are on a TV network. You can't grow the league like that........

WNBA player news:

Mercedes Russell struggled in her season debut, but the Storm know they need her size and skill set.

Elena Delle Donne has picked up where she left off.

Jackie Young will miss tomorrow's game with an ankle sprain.

College coach news:

New UCF coach Sytia Messer is building a roster for the present and the future.

Some surprises in tonight's results

Today's results:

Sabrina Ionescu and Natasha Howard lead the Liberty past the Mystics, 74-70.

The Sky hung on to beat the Dream, 73-65.

The Wings dominated the Storm, 68-51.

The Sun came back to top the Mercury, 92-88.

No games tomorrow, but all 12 teams play Sunday.........

WNBA team news:

WNBA notebook.

The Lynx are going through it.

The Mystics and other D.C. teams have come together to support Everytown For Gun Safety.

WNBA player news:

Video interview with Diamond DeShields.

Kia Nurse talks rehab.

College team news:

Wichita State is moving forward with a new core.

College coach news:

Lee Kummard is the new associate head coach at BYU.

Linda Sayavongchanh is a new assistant coach at Indiana.

Snap

Today's result:

The Sun downed the Aces, 97-90, and snapped their seven-game winning streak.

WNBA team news:

The Phoenix Mercury are 2-7, and we shouldn't be surprised.

New York Liberty, dissected.

The former team doctor for the Tulsa Shock was the target of a mass shooting in that city yesterday.

WNBA player news:

Briann January's defensive intensity is giving the short-handed Storm a lift.

Lexie Brown is making the most of her opportunity with the Sparks.

Inside the making of the State Farm commercial with Jonquel Jones.

Brittney Griner has been able to receive emails and letters from other WNBA players during her detainment in Russia.

Breanna Stewart and Jewell Loyd are showing their support for Griner.

WNBA executive news:

Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said the league is looking to add two more teams by 2024, and has narrowed the list of cities.

Maria Giovannetti is the Mystics assistant GM and secret weapon.

College team news:

Oregon and South Carolina will play a home-and-home series.

After their Sweet 16 run, North Carolina is embracing higher expectations.

College player news:

BYU standout Shaylee Gonzales has reportedly entered the transfer portal.

Syracuse transfer Eboni Walker has landed at Ohio State.

Nebraska transfer Ashley Scoggin has committed to UNLV.

Illinois transfer Erika Porter has signed with Baylor.

A new month begins

Today's results:

The Dream beat the Lynx, 84-76.

The Liberty overcame the Fever, 87-74......in doing so, New York snapped a seven-game losing streak.

WNBA team news:

The Aces look damn near unstoppable under Becky Hammon.

Examining the impact of travel issues in a short season.

WNBA player news:

Liberty guard Betnijah Laney had meniscus surgery and will be out eight weeks.

Bridget Carleton is enjoying life in the WNBA.

ESPN ranks the 10 best rookies of the season.

NCAA news:

The seven city finalists for the 2027-2031 Final Fours have been named.

College player news:

What comes next for Caitlin Clark?

Sedona Prince is the subject of a short film to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Title IX this month.

Why Dorka Juhasz is motivated to return to UConn.

Transfers Chanaya Pinto and Taniyah Thompson join Penn State.

USC signee Aaliyah Gayles attended her high school graduation weeks after being shot at a party.

College coach news:

SIU coach Kelly Bond-White stresses patience for the team's impending rebuild.

Former Rutgers assistant Nadine Domond is the new head coach at Virginia State.