That's a wrap on preseason play

Today's preseason results:

Mystics 83, Dream 72

Liberty 79, Sun 67

Wings 101, Aces 84

Sparks 85, Fire 75

WNBA team news:

As the league rises, will the Valkyries finish with the elite?

The Wings continue to jell as Arike Ogunbowale and Jessica Shepard arrive.

WNBA player news:

Aliyah Boston is "super-excited" to play after an injury layoff.

Sabrina Ionescu rolled her ankle in tonight's game and will have an MRI tomorrow.

Why Charlisse Leger-Walker is standing out for the Sun.

WNBA coach news:

Sonia Raman's coaching career has roots in an accident that sidelined her as a young player.

Just a smidge

Today's preseason result:

Fever 105, Nigerian national team 57

WNBA team news:

The Fire are ready for their preseason opener against the Sparks tomorrow.

WNBA player news:

Jordan Horston is ready to bring "a brand new me" to the revamped Storm.

Valkyries players say higher pay under the new CBA alleviates the Bay Area's cost of living.

Lighting the way

Today's preseason result:

Minnesota 73, Toronto 66

WNBA team news:

The Valkyries top WNBA team valuations, at $850 million.

The slow and meteoric rise of the WNBA.

Sun president Jen Rizzotti is at a crossroad as the team prepares to move.

WNBA player news:

How Nneka Ogwumike lead a deal that changed women's sports.

Q&A with A'ja Wilson.

Raven Johnson is "bringing the energy" to Indiana.

Bridget Carleton is looking for a bigger role with the Fire.

Everybody has a story

Today's preseason result:

Dallas 95, Fever 80

WNBA team news:

The Lynx are welcoming players to camp who have been playing abroad.

The reloaded Sparks have their sights set on making the playoffs.

The Fire are sticking together amidst the bumps and bruises of expansion......the franchise unveiled their new court.

WNBA player news:

Caitlin Clark exited tonight's game early with an injury, but is OK.

Skylar Diggins is enjoying her honeymoon phase with the Sky.

Sneak peaks

Today's preseason results:

Dream 87, Sky 78

Sun 83, Tempo 78

Mercury 86, Japan National Team 60

Fire at Storm still underway.......

WNBA player news:

Aneesah Morrow and Saniya Rivers bring confidence and chemistry into their second year with Connecticut.

Q&A with Kia Nurse.

How Kayla Thornton handled the biggest injury of her career.

The Wings' international players are facing visa hurdles.

Kelsey Plum now has her own bourbon.

More games tomorrow

Four preseason games tomorrow

WNBA team news:

The Aces are chasing WNBA history.

Connecticut's fans will show up stronger than ever despite the franchise's "heartbreaking" relocation to Houston.

The Wings are investing millions into the franchise, and star players are noticing.

The Sky and Angel Reese strike a friendly tone prior to their matchup tomorrow.

The Fire will have three players out with injury against Seattle.

WNBA player news:

Kia Nurse is "where she's supposed to be" with the Tempo.

The Fever have picked up the fourth-year option on Caitlin Clark.

The young Mystics find joy in a WNBA crash course ahead of their opener.

Olivia Miles is ready to log a lot of minutes for the Lynx.

Damiris Dantas is happy to be back with Indiana.

Kathryn Westbeld will miss the season for the Mercury with a torn ACL.

WNBA coach news:

For Sandy Brondello, coaching the Tempo is a collaborative effort.

The team talk is back

WNBA team news:

With the WNBA trending towards NBA-affiliated franchises, the independents hang on.

The Tempo has no shortage of leadership.

The Portland Fire is going beyond borders.

Are the Wings the league's most exciting team?

The Fever are excited by Damiris Dantas' late arrival to camp.

Sky minority owners are rallying around principal owner Michael Alter.

WNBA player news:

Paige Bueckers said the relationship between herself and Azzi Fudd is no one's business.

Why Brittney Griner chose Connecticut.

Some interesting results

Today's preseason game scores:

Fever 109, Liberty 91

Sparks 89, Nigeria 63

Mercury 108, Sky 104

Lynx 77, Mystics 66

Valkyries 78, Storm 66

WNBA player news:

Aaliyah Edwards is primed for her second season with the Sun.

Flau'jae Johnson is eager to get going in her WNBA career.

Gabby Williams sees a lot to like about her new team.

Marta Suarez: a former Cal star embraces the Bay Area once again.

Preseason matchups kick off tomorrow

Tomorrow's preseason schedule:

WNBA team news:

The Liberty, Sparks and Mercury will wear origins jerseys for special games this season.

The Mystics are youthful.

WNBA player news:

Rickea Jackson is embracing a clean slate with the Sky.

Raven Johnson is readying herself for the Fever's first preseason game.

Slowing it down

WNBA team news:

The Wings are asking for grace as they wait for key players to arrive from overseas.

The WNBA is fighting a mystery company over the Houston Comets trademark.

WNBA player news:

Angel Reese has learned to thrive while ignoring negativity.

Dominique Malonga has been cleared by FIBA to play for the Storm this season.

Monique Billings aims to help raise the standard of the Fever.

Emily Engstler has become a vocal leader at Fire camp.

Charlisse Leger-Walker and Gianna Kneepkens bring championship flavor to the Sun.

In the hump day groove

WNBA team news:

Will this time be different? The Sky are pushing for a fresh start.......Courtney Vandersloot says they can do it, with their new identity.

Tempo players are feeling a buzz around the franchise's first training camp.

WNBA player news:

Caitlin Clark aims to stay fresh by handling the ball less.....more on that.

Brittney Sykes is ready for a new chapter with the Tempo.

A healthy Georgia Amoore is ready for her WNBA debut.

Madina Okot's journey is a testament to resilience.

WNBA coach news:

Sylvia Fowles begins her new career as an assistant coach with the Fire.

WNBA broadcast news:

The league will broadcast a record 216 games nationally this season.

A cascade of themes

WNBA team news:

The Sky are racing to lay a foundation amid absences and injuries.

After Kelsey Mitchell's overuse injury last season, the Fever are taking steps to create depth.

Dallas has sold out season tickets for the third straight year.

The Mercury and the WNBA are at season 30.

WNBA player news:

Napheesa Collier is looking at a June return to the court.

Caitlin Clark is learning to manage her reps as she prepares for the season.

What's not to love about rookie Gabriela Jaquez?

From NCAA star to WNBA rookie in 15 days.

Sami Whitcomb brings a sharper game to the Mercury.

Paige Bueckers helped the Wings recruit Alysha Clark.

DeWanna Bonner prepares for what could be her final season.

How Dominique Malonga embodies the Storm's plan for positionless basketball.

Azzi Fudd is going to be special.

Australian rookie Nyadiew Puoch is finally ready to get her start with Portland.

How Kyla Oldacre is making the most of her training camp opportunity.

Why Sophie Cunningham turned down multi-year contract offers to return to Indiana.

Day 2 buzz

WNBA team news:

The league's new salary structure changed the course of the Lynx.

The Fire are building their culture from scratch.

WNBA player news:

Kelsey Mitchell has no regrets about pushing herself to the limit in last year's playoffs.

Kelsey Plum and Sparks leaders convinced top free agents that they can win now.

For players like Alysha Clark, the new CBA could be life-changing.

Kia Nurse is embracing her role as the Canadian ambassador and mentor for the Tempo.

The young Mystics are ready to hit the ground running.

Serah Williams is soaking it all up in training camp, while Sug Sutton is embracing a leadership role.

Raven Johnson will be a "gnat on a ball" for defense.

Brionna Jones' status is uncertain after right knee surgery.

Ezi Magbegor will miss the start of the season due to a foot injury.

College team news:

After the transfers of Audi Crooks and Liv McGill, Oklahoma State is poised to make a big run.

It begins!

WNBA team news:

The Mercury are finding continuity as camp begins.

Jose Fernandez is building a detail-oriented culture in Dallas.

The Storm opened training camp with a direct message from their new coach.

The new-look Lynx took the floor today.

The Portland Fire had "a great first day."

The Valkyries are aiming higher this year.

The Sun opened their last training camp in the state with new faces.

Toronto has launched their first camp.

Every team's roster.

WNBA player news:

Caitlin Clark is focused on staying healthy at training camp.....she's taking nothing for granted.

The Fever want to see Aliyah Boston improve in one area.

Veronica Burton wants Golden State to win a title.

The Sky are dealing with injuries to Azura Stevens and Dijonai Carrington, but Courtney Vandersloot is pleased with her rehab process.

Dana Evans is out indefinitely with a left leg injury.

College player news:

Audi Crooks has transferred to Oklahoma State.

Training camp lead-up

WNBA team news:

Breaking down the league into four tiers.

The Aces enter training camp with a small but mighty roster.

Five burning questions for the rebuilt Storm heading into training camp.

How do WNBA developmental spots work?

WNBA player news:

The Fever have the league's most unique salary cap situation. Their GM explains plans for the future.

Tyasha Harris said her return to health with Indiana is everything she asked for.

The news is flowing

WNBA team news:

The Mercury's offseason was defined by continuity as they head into a new era.

WNBA player news:

The Liberty have signed Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones and Sabrina Ionescu to long-term deals.

Satou Sabally is eyeing a championship.

Brittney Griner said signing with Connecticut was an easy decision.

Aliyah Boston and the Fever agreed to a four-year, $6.3 million contract expansion.

Napheesa Collier is aiming to return to the court soon.

The Lynx's trio of returning all-stars have high expectations of the season.

Angel Reese is grateful for her time with the Sky, but wanted more.

How will Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd jell on the court?

Marta Suarez is excited to join the Valkyries.

Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announced they are separating after 10 years.

WNBA storylines forming

WNBA team news:

The Wings shut down questions about Paige Bueckers' and Azzi Fudd's relationship.

How the Mercury plan to replace Satou Sabally's production.

Phoenix's GM provided a strategy update.

Why the Chennedy Carter signing makes sense for the Aces, despite the risks.

WNBA player news:

Napheesa Collier is signing a one-year, $1.4 million deal with the Lynx.

Skylar Diggins is determined to bring high standards to the Sky.

Flau'jae Johnson arrived at Storm HQ for her first day of work.

Olivia Miles is grateful that she waited to declare for the draft.

College coach news:

Longtime collegiate coach Jim Jabir has died after a battle with cancer.

The countdown to training camp is on

WNBA team news:

Why the Storm were right to choose a rebuild over continued coasting.

The Toronto Tempo are no longer an idea, but a team.

WNBA player news:

A'ja Wilson signed a $5 million deal with the Aces, and more of today's transactions.

Skylar Diggins isn't just coasting into retirement.

Lauren Betts signed a shoe deal with Reebok.

Kiki Iriafen and Betts will put the UCLA-USC rivalry aside in D.C.

Aliyah Boston and Raven Johnson are reunited in the WNBA.

Olivia Miles brings personality and poise as the Lynx's new point guard.

The dust settles

WNBA team news:

The Valkyries and Storm agreed to a trade before Flau'jae Johnson was picked.

In an offseason of departures, Olivia Miles is a welcome addition to the Lynx.

Nikki Fargas is now also the GM for the Aces.

WNBA player news:

Caitlin Clark waved off Raven Johnson three years ago. She used it as motivation.

Why Johnson is the perfect fit for the Fever.

Azura Stevens is confident of the Sky's progress in her return.

College coach news:

Grand Canyon built trust in their first year under new coach Winston Gandy.

Newly-hired Aaron Roussell took an unusual path to Virginia.

At Louisville, Jeff Walz has hired two new assistant coaches - who used to be head coaches.

Many notables in historic WNBA draft

Tonight's draft board:

Azzi Fudd went No. 1.

All six UCLA seniors were drafted, including five in the first round - a record.

The Storm made a major trade to acquire Flau'jae Johnson......Golden State's GM won't say why they traded.

The Sparks were exited and surprised to land Ta'Niya Latson......their roster is taking shape.

Madina Okot describes her journey to the draft after playing for just six years.

Thanks to the new CBA, this year's top pick will earn $500,000.

Three top players who went undrafted.

Today's transactions.

More WNBA news:

Commissioner Cathy Engelbert says her relationship with players is repaired with the new CBA deal.

Engelbert said the league may play its first international game next year.

She sidestepped questions about the WNBA's future.

Almost picking time

WNBA news:

Latest transactions.

Blockbuster deals are shaking up free agency.

Trade grades.

Dream coach Karl Smesko said Angel Reese is a good fit for the team, and they will work to improve her shooting.

The WNBA draft is tomorrow at 4 p.m. PT on ESPN.

College player news:

Elina Aarnisalo is transferring back to UCLA from North Carolina.

Signings, and more signings

WNBA news:

Today's signings are many.

The Lynx face a heavy roster turnover in an unusual WNBA offseason.

The new CBA has lifted rookie salaries considerably.

Free agency flying while draft day is coming

WNBA player news:

WNBA free agency and trade tracker: deals, news and moves.

Notably, Nneka Ogwumike will return to the Sparks.

UCLA and its six seniors are eying a draft takeover.

Before winning a national title and preparing for the draft, Gianna Kneepkens was rewriting Minnesota's record books.

Richmond's Maggie Doogan is prepared for the draft.

Former No. 1 pick Charli Collier hopes to return to the WNBA.

WNBA team news:

Could the Sky actually turn things around?

College team news:

As Texas rebuilds their roster, they will use their loss to UCLA as fuel.

Fairfield is the team no one wants to play.

That in-between space

College player news:

Hannah Hidalgo will return to Notre Dame for her senior season.

WNBA news:

Fifteen prospects have been invited to attend next week's WNBA draft.

Jackie Young has reportedly agreed to a $1.19 million deal to re-sign with the Aces.

The Sky are reportedly in talks to exchange Ariel Atkins for Rickea Jackson.

Angel Reese feels like she's going to win again.

Fall out and fall in

College team news:

 

UCLA celebrated their championship with fans at Pauley Pavilion this evening......it was a huge crowd.

 

Sunday's championship game averaged 9.9 million viewers - the most since ESPN began televising the tournament in 1996. 

A third key player for Texas has entered the transfer portal.

College player news:

 

Madina Okot can't return to South Carolina.

 

UConn's Ice Brady has entered the transfer portal. 

College coach news:

Lauren Gosselin is Princeton's new head coach.

 

Maria Marchesano is the new head coach at Butler.

 

Morehead State has hired Jackie Alexander as head coach. 

 

WNBA news:

 

Nneka Ogwumike visited the Lynx.

 

Satou Sabally announced via Instagram that she's departing Phoenix. 

 

Sue Bird has a new job as a basketball analyst. 

 

The Storm is losing broadcaster Elise Woodward to the Portland Fire.

Calm seas

College player news:

JuJu Watkins is nearing full court activity status.

 

College coach news:

 

Geno Auriemma apologized to Dawn Staley, saying "I lost myself." 

 

Staley wants to turn the page. 

 

Virginia has hired Aaron Roussell from Richmond as their new head coach.

 

Roman Owen is the new head coach at Quinnipiac.

 

McNeese State has hired Ashton Feldhaus as head coach. 

 

WNBA news:

 

Ten WNBA players have received core offers from their franchises. 

The day after

College transfer news:

 

All of Tennessee's players have entered the transfer portal, leaving the team with no returning players next season.

 

UConn forward Ayanna Patterson has entered the transfer portal.

 

The first day the transfer portal opened, 1,100 players entered.

 

College coach news:

 

Cori Close's players crowned her a champion, too.

 

WNBA news:

 

The Sky traded Angel Reese to Atlanta for a package of picks.

 

The Mystics fired GM Jamila Wideman on the first day of free agency. 

UCLA routs South Carolina to win first NCAA title

UCLA crushed South Carolina, 79-51, to claim their first NCAA championship.

Gamecock coach Dawn Staley praised Bruin coach Cori Close.

More:

 

Lauren Betts used lessons learned to lead her team to its first title.

 

Gabriela Jaquez won the UCLA championship that she dreamed of.

 

UCLA great Ann Meyers Drysdale was filled with pride watching her team win.

 

College coach news:

 

Ayla Guzzardo is the new head coach at Georgia.

 

WNBA:

 

The WNBA and players union agreed to start free agency tomorrow.

Championship pre-game

College team news:

South Carolina has a tall test in trying to stop Lauren Betts.

 

The Bruins are dancing their way into the finals. 

College player news:

 

Why Raven Johnson's career is like no other for Dawn Staley.

 

Lauren Betts hopes fans give Madison Booker "a little bit of grace." 

 

College coach news:

 

Cori Close is ready for her championship moment.

 

With another title, Dawn Staley could join an elite group.

 

Geno Auriemma apologized for confronting Staley last night. 

 

Virginia let coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton go after an investigation.

 

Katie Abrahamson-Henderson and Georgia are "mutually parting ways."

 

Gabe Lazo is the new head coach at UCF. 

South Carolina, UCLA pull out wins to advance to natty

Tonight's national semifinal results:

South Carolina toppled UConn, 62-48.

UCLA ground out a win over Texas, 51-44, to reach their first national title game in the NCAA era.

More:

 

Sparks flew between Dawn Staley and Geno Auriemma at the end of tonight's game.

 

What went wrong between them? 

 

Auriemma and Sarah Strong's accounts of her jersey ripping differ.

 

College player news:

 

JuJu Watkins is nearing the end of her knee rehab.

 

NCAA president news:

 

Charlie Baker disputed Auriemma's criticism against the regional playoff format, saying "it's working." 

Ready, set, GO!

 T'was the night before the Final Four........

College team news:

 

South Carolina took a lesson from last year's championship loss to UConn......how they are handling the rare underdog role this year. 

 

An extra day of rest before the semifinals was important for the Huskies......they are unbothered and unstoppable.

 

UCLA is drawing from last year's Final Four loss as they prepare to play. 

 

Texas is playing at a different level since losing to Vanderbilt.

 

Rusty from early-round blowouts, Final Four teams are bracing for tight games.

 

Delta State's legacy has endured as the national spotlight has faded. 

 

College player news:

 

Azzi Fudd is focused on the Final Four.

 

Iowa State star Audi Crooks is entering the transfer portal.

 

College coach news:

Geno Auriemma said the Gamecocks are "much better" than last year.

 

A fourth title for Dawn Staley would impact her place among the coaching greats. 

 

Shea Ralph is the AP coach of the year. 

  

Washington extended Tina Langley's contract through 2031-2032.

 

Charlotte coach Tomekia Reed is taking a leave of absence for medical reasons. 

 

Tennessee coach Kim Caldwell has fired assistant coach Roman Tubner. 

Two days until it's Four it All

State of the game news:

Pioneer women's basketball programs fade into the shadows as money reshapes the game.

College team news:

Columbia defeated BYU, 81-64, for the WBIT championship.

College player news:

Four X-factor players who could be a key to the national title.

Three things to know about Madison Booker as Texas prepares for the Final Four.

How Joyce Edwards found her voice on the Gamecocks' run to the semifinals.

College coach news:

 

Dawn Staley's six consecutive Final Four appearances put her in rare territory.

Pauline Love has been named head coach of Alabama.

 

Fordham has tabbed Neil Harrow as head coach.

 

Demetria Franklin returns to Bethune-Cookman as head coach.

 

WNBA news:

 

Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu say they'll re-sign with the Liberty.

The Sky traded their second-round picks to the Fire and Tempo to ensure none of their players will be selected in Friday's expansion draft.

Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts discusses his unusual offseason.

The Houston Comets' big three react to the revival of the franchise.

The lead-up begins

College team news:

UCLA is confident it can turn last year's hard lessons into success.

The Longhorns have a chance to be their coach's best team ever.

How South Carolina is embracing a unique travel situation for the tournament.

Why are the same teams in the Final Four? It's the money.

College player news:

Why Agot Makeer is emerging for the Gamecocks.......while "elite" Joyce Edwards arrived right on time.

The Wooden Award finalists.

College coach news:

Texas coach Vic Schaefer is chasing an elusive title in his fourth Final Four.

Why this UConn team is unlike any other Geno Auriemma has coached.

Amanda Butler is the new head coach at the College of Charleston.

VCU has named Chelsea Branbury as head coach.

Amy Eagan is the new head coach at New Mexico.

Texas State has hired Chris Kielsmeier as head coach.

Loyola Chicago coach Allison Guth has resigned after four seasons.

WNBA news:

Sources say Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne will be inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame.

Olivia Miles looks ahead to the WNBA.

USA Basketball news:

The April National Team training camp roster is set.

And then there were four

And the last two Final Four spots go to:

Texas thrashed Michigan, 77-41.

South Carolina hammered TCU, 78-52.

The Final Four will be a repeat of last season.

How often No. 1 seeds make the Final Four.

College team news:

Five concerns UCLA must address before facing Texas in the Final Four.

College player news:

Sarah Graves started her career at Texas as a walk-on, and she'll end it as a cult hero.

Blanca Quinonez is the X-factor for the Huskies.

College coach news:

Laura Beeman is retiring after 14 seasons at Hawaii.

Tiani Kelly is the new head coach at Kennesaw State.

The new head coach at Jacksonville State is Ricky Austin.

UCF has fired Sytia Messer after four losing seasons.

WNBA news:

The Houston Rockets have reached a deal with the Sun, and the franchise will move next year.

UConn, UCLA punch tickets to Final Four

Elite 8 results:

UConn pulled away from Notre Dame, 70-52.

UCLA rallied in the second half for a 70-58 win over Duke.

Tomorrow's game schedule

College team news:

Texas is chasing a title while taking inspiration from legendary coach Jody Conradt.

Michigan is now a contender against the experienced Longhorns.

The Wolverines get big results by looking after the small details.

The Irish ended the season on an up note, despite their loss.

The Blue Devils made a memorable run.

College player news:

Hannah Hidalgo's magical March leaves her wanting a bit more.....she is eyeing growth.

College coach news:

Dawn Staley says money is driving transfer portal talks more than ever.

Dawn Plitzuweit might be building something lasting at Minnesota.

Colleen Mullen is the new head coach at Rhode Island.

The Elite 8 is set

Sweet 16 results:

Michigan cruised past Louisville, 71-52.

Texas blew out Kentucky, 76-54.

South Carolina left Oklahoma behind, 94-68.

TCU downed Virginia, 79-69.

Tomorrow's game schedule

College team news:

Why Notre Dame could pose a challenge for UConn in the next round.

The Irish won't be star struck by the Huskies this time around, Hannah Hidalgo says.

The special practice jerseys of the Horned Frogs have become a rallying cry.

College player news:

How Charlisse Leger-Walker and Gianna Kneepkens have elevated UCLA into title contenders.

Olivia Miles found her joy at TCU, and now the team is back in the Elite 8.

How Madina Okot got off the "mental struggle bus" in the Gamecocks' win.

Syla Swords still wears a mask, even after her broken nose has healed.

College coach news:

Geno Auriemma criticized the NCAA for it's women's tourney setup......more on that.

Shaken up

Sweet 16 results:

Notre Dame toppled Vanderbilt, 67-64, behind Hannah Hidalgo's triple-double.

UConn shook off an ugly start to down North Carolina, 63-42.

UCLA stopped Minnesota, 80-56.

Duke stunned LSU, 87-85, on a buzzer-beater.

Tomorrow's game schedule

College team news:

South Carolina doesn't view their rematch with Oklahoma as a revenge game.

College player news:

Charlisse Leger-Walker is the ultimate facilitator.

Zya Vann's confidence is fueling Oklahoma.

Amelia Hassett is "a unicorn" for Kentucky.

How Ayla McDowell solved her problem with pre-game nerves.

College coach news:

Niele Ivey makes her first Elite 8 as the Irish's head coach.

Kate Popovec-Goss is the new head coach at Boston College.

Evansville coach Robyn Scherr has resigned.

WNBA news:

The Tempo won the expansion draft coin toss, and opt to draft sixth.

The Sun have been sold and will relocate to Houston next year, according to ESPN sources.

The 10 biggest wins from the new CBA.

Sweet 16 loading.....

College team news:

UCLA is confident it can evolve through its next test, against Minnesota.

LSU credits their SEC tourney loss for their strong NCAA tournament start....how players-only meetings are fueling their run.

UConn is playing its fastest pace in a decade.

How games, trivia and trash talk keep the Huskies going.

Today's WBIT scores

Today's WNIT scores

Tomorrow's NCAA tournament game schedule

College player news:

Bruin veterans are ready for one more NCAA title run.

Lauren Betts rewarded fans who helped change her life.

Hannah Hidalgo called Mikayla Blakes a "Caitin Clark-level" scorer.

Hidalgo vs. Blakes is a battle of New Jersey greats.

Ta'Niya Latson proved her transfer to South Carolina wasn't a mistake.

Michigan's super sophomores are playing beyond their years.

Eight Iowa State players are headed to the transfer portal......the future of the team now looks bleak.

College coach news:

Cori Close asks the NCAA to ease the burden on college coaches, to extend their sustainability.

Courtney Banghart said ACC teams should be seeded higher in the tournament.

Geno Auriemma said Title IX legislation is "pretty much over" at major universities.

How Dawn Staley went to France and convinced Alicia Tournebize to become a Gamecock.

Why Rick Insell showed little emotion after his final game tonight.

Why Tammi Reiss could be the one to make Florida relevant again.

Hana Haden is the new head coach at Memphis.

Just a little bit

College player news:

Why Rori Harmon is "the epitome" of Texas basketball.

Olivia Miles and Marta Suarez are trying to get past the Sweet 16 together.

Lauren Betts found herself and is dancing into the Sweet 16.

Audi Crooks is undecided about her future at Iowa State.

Why Chloe Kitts will return to South Carolina next season.

College coach news:

Shea Ralph is leading her team into the Sweet 16 with her trailblazing mother by her side.

Carla Berube is the new head coach at Northwestern.

WNBA news:

The WNBA will have an expansion draft for the Portland and Toronto franchises on April 3.

The league and CBS Sports have reached a media rights deal.

Salary breakdown of the new CBA.

Cooling down

College team news:

Why making the Sweet 16 was so emotional for Vanderbilt......the Commodores are powered by more than Mikayla Blakes' scoring.

Culture set up Notre Dame's latest Sweet 16 run.

College player news:

Mila Holloway is stepping out of the shadow of her Wolverine teammates.

Addy Brown will transfer from Iowa State.

College coach news:

Kristy Curry has been named the new head coach at South Florida.

Kelly Sopak is the new head coach at Nevada.

Matt Insell has inherited the head coach reins at Middle Tennessee.

Kim Barnes Arico has Michigan carving out a place among the elites.

WNBA news:

WNBA owners ratified the seven-year CBA.

The season could run until Nov. 21 under the new agreement.

Why the league took so long to take off.

Round 2 drama

Round 2, day 2 scores:

 

Louisville squeaked past Alabama, 69-68.

 

Kentucky edged Virginia, 74-73.

 

Vanderbilt routed Illinois, 75-57.

 

Virginia stunned Iowa in 2OT, 83-75.

 

Notre Dame upended Ohio State, 83-73. 

 

UConn crushed Syracuse, 98-45.

 

South Carolina thrashed USC, 101-61.

 

UCLA handled Oklahoma State, 87-68.

College team news:

Michigan is at a turning point, and still has everything left to prove.

College player news:

Pint-sized Rori Harmon is the heart and soul of the Longhorns.

Raegan Beers and Aaliyah Chavez form a scary tandem for Oklahoma.

 

College coach news:

 

Florida has hired Tammi Reiss as their new head coach. 

 

Pitt has hired the College of Charleston's Robin Harmony as their new head coach.

WNBA news:

WNBA players unanimously ratified the new CBA.

Now, the chaos begins.