From WNBA HQ:
ON-COURT DRAMA TURNS INTO OFF-COURT FIREWORKS, AS FIRST, 11 MEN GO TOE-TO-TOE WITH WNBA SUPERSTARS AND THEN, ANDI’S FAIRYTALE GOES AWRY, ON “THE BACHELORETTE”
THE TWO-NIGHT “BACHELORETTE” SPECIAL EVENT CONCLUDES MONDAY, JUNE 2, WITH AN ALL-NEW EPISODE
Country Music Singer-Songwriter Jon Pardi Gives a Special Performance for Andi and Marcus
“Episode 1004” – A two-night Bachelorette special event concludes as Andi and the13 remaining men begin their global journey to find love with a trip to the scenic New England area and Connecticut. Dylan is the lucky recipient of the first one-on-one date, but he has a lot on his mind. Whether he chooses to share his tragic story with Andi might make all the difference between their relationship steaming up or getting derailed. Eleven men think they are on top of their game until it is revealed that they first will face off against WNBA superstars in a no-holds-barred basketball game and then, in an even more hotly contested match between the guys, with the winning team spending more time with Andi. Facing her overwhelming fear of heights, Andi invites Marcus to rappel 30 stories down the side of their hotel – but high winds turn this date into a grueling challenge. Finally, Andi has a dramatic meltdown at the cocktail party as she wonders if any of the men are taking her seriously, on “The Bachelorette,” MONDAY, JUNE 2 (8:00-10:01 p.m., ET), on the ABC Television Network.
Dylan and Andi spend a day taking a nostalgic steam train through the breathtaking New England countryside. It’s Dylan’s opportunity to open up to Andi and reveal his heartbreaking family history, which he knows he needs to do to move on and have a real relationship. But will Dylan be able to let go of his hurt long enough to trust Andi and, if so, how will Andi react?
Eleven men are eager to show off their basketball skills when they arrive at the Mohegan Sun arena, until Andi explains that they will compete against some of the WNBA’s best – superstars Swin Cash, Tamika Catchings, Elena Delle Donne, Lindsey Harding and Nneka Ogwumike. But this is no slam dunk for Andi’s suitors, so Andi changes it up and has the bachelors divide into two teams to battle one another. However, only the winning team will attend an after party with Andi. One man takes some alone time with the Bachelorette to make sure that they are on the same page, but will the date rose go to the best athlete on court or the most romantic suitor off court?
Marcus receives the final date card for what will be the ultimate adrenaline rush. Andi decides that she needs to face her fear of heights and picks this athletic bachelor to accompany her in a heart-stopping rappelling descent 30 floors down the side of the Mohegan Sun in 50 mile per hour winds. Will Andi take a leap of faith with her brave Prince Charming or will he be as frightened as she is? The couple end the evening with a romantic dinner and country singer-song writer Jon Pardi serenading them.
The cocktail party is full of emotional drama. After a serious discussion with one of the men, Andi has a tearful breakdown and addresses all her suitors about her intentions and whether they are there for the right reasons, leaving them stunned and speechless. Eleven men are left to travel with Andi to Europe, starting in Marseilles, France.
The 13 remaining men are:
Andrew, 30, a social media marketer from Culver City, CA
Brian, 27, a basketball coach from Camp Hill, PA
Chris, 32, a farmer from Arlington, IA
Cody, 28, a personal trainer from Chicago, IL
Dylan, 26, an accountant from Boston, MA
Eric, 31, an explorer from Citrus Heights, CA
J J, 31, a pantsapreneur from San Francisco, CA
Josh M., 29, a former professional baseball player from Atlanta, GA
Marcus, 25, a sports medicine manager from Dallas, TX
Marquel, 26, a sponsorship salesman from Las Vegas, NV
Nick V., 33, a software sales executive from Chicago, IL
Patrick, 29, an advertising executive from Newport Beach, CA
Tasos, 30, a wedding event coordinator from Denver, CO
Hosted by Chris Harrison, “The Bachelorette” is a production of Next Entertainment in association with Warner Horizon Television. Mike Fleiss, Martin Hilton and Alycia Rossiter are the executive producers. “The Bachelorette” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC's selected HDTV format, with 5.1 stereo surround sound. This program carries a TV-14,L parental guideline.
Sunday, June 1, 2014
Twists in the Matrix
The Sun got past the Dream, 85-76, lead yet again by Chiney Ogwumike. She had 18 points and ten rebounds, and is my early-season rookie of the year.
The Mystics held on through three overtimes to beat the Sparks, 92-84. Washington was also lead by rookies: Bria Hartley's 20 points and 14 points and 11 rebounds from Stefanie Dolson. Candace Parker put up 32 points and pulled down 12 rebounds for Los Angeles.
The Lynx fought off a late-game surge by the Stars to hang on for the 87-79 win. They are 7-0.
The Shock at the Storm is tipping off now, so we will see if anymore oddities occur this evening.
The Mystics held on through three overtimes to beat the Sparks, 92-84. Washington was also lead by rookies: Bria Hartley's 20 points and 14 points and 11 rebounds from Stefanie Dolson. Candace Parker put up 32 points and pulled down 12 rebounds for Los Angeles.
The Lynx fought off a late-game surge by the Stars to hang on for the 87-79 win. They are 7-0.
The Shock at the Storm is tipping off now, so we will see if anymore oddities occur this evening.
Saturday, May 31, 2014
Lots of games, lots of Lynx
Last night's results:
The Mystics downed the Liberty, 68-60.
The Dream topped the traveling Storm, 80-69.
The Lynx routed the Stars, 88-72.
The Sky pounded the Sun, 101-82.
The Mercury thumped the Shock, 100-78.
More WNBA news......
Lynx:
Maya Moore is discovering her inner Michael Jordan.
Rookie Damiris Dantas is making her mark with toughness. She is learning the WNBA game.
Before last night's game, Moore honored her namesake, Maya Angelou, who passed away earlier this week.
The (coach Cheryl) Reeve report.
Mystics:
A minute with Monique Currie.
College news:
Notre Dame coach Muffet McGraw's keynote address at the Sports Business Education Network.
Kim Barnes Arico is all "go blue" at Michigan.
Rutgers coach Vivian Stringer says pride is the main reason she works hard.
Former Gonzaga star Vivian Frieson is now an assistant coach at Seattle University.
The Mystics downed the Liberty, 68-60.
The Dream topped the traveling Storm, 80-69.
The Lynx routed the Stars, 88-72.
The Sky pounded the Sun, 101-82.
The Mercury thumped the Shock, 100-78.
More WNBA news......
Lynx:
Maya Moore is discovering her inner Michael Jordan.
Rookie Damiris Dantas is making her mark with toughness. She is learning the WNBA game.
Before last night's game, Moore honored her namesake, Maya Angelou, who passed away earlier this week.
The (coach Cheryl) Reeve report.
Mystics:
A minute with Monique Currie.
College news:
Notre Dame coach Muffet McGraw's keynote address at the Sports Business Education Network.
Kim Barnes Arico is all "go blue" at Michigan.
Rutgers coach Vivian Stringer says pride is the main reason she works hard.
Former Gonzaga star Vivian Frieson is now an assistant coach at Seattle University.
Friday, May 30, 2014
Veteran Delisha Milton-Jones still a factor in the WNBA
Check out my story on the ever-colorful Dee.
Thursday, May 29, 2014
Week two, rolling along
Tonight's result:
The Fever used a strong second half to beat the Sun, 79-65.
More WNBA news......
Fever:
Erlana Larkins rules the glass.
Sky:
Elena Delle Donne talks about the adjustments she's made in her second season.
Lynx:
The front court is stepping up in the face of key player injuries.
Today's practice report.
Mystics:
Bria Hartley is gaining confidence in her rookie season.
A minute with Kia Vaughn.
Liberty:
Tina Charles is back in a New York state of mind.
Newly-signed Shanece McKinney hopes her WNBA debut inspires those in her hometown of Mobile, Ala.
Dream:
Rookie spotlight: Inga Orekhova.
Mercury:
Anete Jekabsone-Zogota is the consummate teammate and pro.
College news:
Former Huskers in the WNBA, week two.
Catching up with Northwestern alumni Anucha Browne.
Former Marquette guards Brooklyn Pumroy and Ashley Santos are following coach Tyler Summitt to Louisiana Tech.
Stacey Lovelace is now an assistant coach at Oakland University.
Jim Brown has joined Morehead State as an assistant coach.
High school news:
Top recruit Jordan Hosey is ready to take charge.
For Anna Wilson, it's red, white and dream come true in making the U17 team.
The Fever used a strong second half to beat the Sun, 79-65.
More WNBA news......
Fever:
Erlana Larkins rules the glass.
Sky:
Elena Delle Donne talks about the adjustments she's made in her second season.
Lynx:
The front court is stepping up in the face of key player injuries.
Today's practice report.
Mystics:
Bria Hartley is gaining confidence in her rookie season.
A minute with Kia Vaughn.
Liberty:
Tina Charles is back in a New York state of mind.
Newly-signed Shanece McKinney hopes her WNBA debut inspires those in her hometown of Mobile, Ala.
Dream:
Rookie spotlight: Inga Orekhova.
Mercury:
Anete Jekabsone-Zogota is the consummate teammate and pro.
College news:
Former Huskers in the WNBA, week two.
Catching up with Northwestern alumni Anucha Browne.
Former Marquette guards Brooklyn Pumroy and Ashley Santos are following coach Tyler Summitt to Louisiana Tech.
Stacey Lovelace is now an assistant coach at Oakland University.
Jim Brown has joined Morehead State as an assistant coach.
High school news:
Top recruit Jordan Hosey is ready to take charge.
For Anna Wilson, it's red, white and dream come true in making the U17 team.
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
Stars steal one from the Shock
Tonight's result:
Rookie Kayla McBride lifted the Stars over the Shock, 82-79, with 30 points.
More WNBA news.....
Mercury:
Krystal Thomas gained strength after parental losses.
Candice Dupree is as consistent and reliable as ever.
Liberty:
The Liberty have waived Kara Braxton and signed Shanece McKinney.
Lynx:
Newcomer Damiris Dantas answers questions.
Asia Taylor is no longer "Mrs. Irrelevant" for Minnesota.
Fever:
Katie Douglas returns to face the Fever tomorrow for the first time since she went to the Sun.
Today's practice report, featuring video interviews with coach Lin Dunn and guard Briann January.
Storm:
...Are in the midst of a long road trip.
College news:
The SEC will host its 2016 tournament in Jacksonville, Florida.
Q&A with Georgetown coach Natasha Adair.
Arizona State coach Charli Turner Thorne checks in.
Sean Stephenson joins Ole Miss as an assistant coach.
CK Calhoun is a new assistant at Lafayette.
Rookie Kayla McBride lifted the Stars over the Shock, 82-79, with 30 points.
More WNBA news.....
Mercury:
Krystal Thomas gained strength after parental losses.
Candice Dupree is as consistent and reliable as ever.
Liberty:
The Liberty have waived Kara Braxton and signed Shanece McKinney.
Lynx:
Newcomer Damiris Dantas answers questions.
Asia Taylor is no longer "Mrs. Irrelevant" for Minnesota.
Fever:
Katie Douglas returns to face the Fever tomorrow for the first time since she went to the Sun.
Today's practice report, featuring video interviews with coach Lin Dunn and guard Briann January.
Storm:
...Are in the midst of a long road trip.
College news:
The SEC will host its 2016 tournament in Jacksonville, Florida.
Q&A with Georgetown coach Natasha Adair.
Arizona State coach Charli Turner Thorne checks in.
Sean Stephenson joins Ole Miss as an assistant coach.
CK Calhoun is a new assistant at Lafayette.
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
News firestorm
Players of the week:
Elena Delle Donne and Maya Moore are the Eastern and Western Conference players of the week.
Today's result:
The Liberty rallied past Seattle, 70-64.
Rankings:
ESPN's power rankings have Minnesota on top.
The WNBA's race to the MVP has Maya Moore out front.
More WNBA news.....
Lynx:
Tuesday shoot around: get out the ice bags.
Stars:
Danielle Robinson is feeling at home in San Antonio.
Storm:
Jenna O'Hea will miss 4-6 weeks with a broken toe.
Mercury:
Mistie Bass blogs.
Mystics:
A minute with assistant coach Eric Thibault.
College news:
Kansas State finally granted Leticia Romero her release to transfer outside the Big 12.
Guess who's a newly-hired assistant at Cal State Fullerton? Abi Olajuwon.
Miami has hired Zach Kancher as assistant coach.
Julie Shelton has returned to Butler as an assistant coach.
Brittany Hudson is a new assistant at Ole Miss.
Janese Banks has joined IUPUI as an assistant coach.
Amy Beggin has been promoted to assistant coach at New Mexico.
Former Commodore Kady Schrann has landed at Florida Gulf Coast.
Guard Stephani Rovetti has transferred from BYU to Fresno State.
Dakota and Dylan Gonzalez have transferred from Kansas to UNLV.
Xavier has laid out an ambitious plan for athletics.
Elena Delle Donne and Maya Moore are the Eastern and Western Conference players of the week.
Today's result:
The Liberty rallied past Seattle, 70-64.
Rankings:
ESPN's power rankings have Minnesota on top.
The WNBA's race to the MVP has Maya Moore out front.
More WNBA news.....
Lynx:
Tuesday shoot around: get out the ice bags.
Stars:
Danielle Robinson is feeling at home in San Antonio.
Storm:
Jenna O'Hea will miss 4-6 weeks with a broken toe.
Mercury:
Mistie Bass blogs.
Mystics:
A minute with assistant coach Eric Thibault.
College news:
Kansas State finally granted Leticia Romero her release to transfer outside the Big 12.
Guess who's a newly-hired assistant at Cal State Fullerton? Abi Olajuwon.
Miami has hired Zach Kancher as assistant coach.
Julie Shelton has returned to Butler as an assistant coach.
Brittany Hudson is a new assistant at Ole Miss.
Janese Banks has joined IUPUI as an assistant coach.
Amy Beggin has been promoted to assistant coach at New Mexico.
Former Commodore Kady Schrann has landed at Florida Gulf Coast.
Guard Stephani Rovetti has transferred from BYU to Fresno State.
Dakota and Dylan Gonzalez have transferred from Kansas to UNLV.
Xavier has laid out an ambitious plan for athletics.
Monday, May 26, 2014
Lynx outlast Sky to win battle of the unbeatens
The final was 75-72 Lynx today, as they remained undefeated in taking down the previously-unbeaten Sky. Maya Moore was held to 14 points and Elena Delle Donne was held to 16.
Other WNBA news.....
Storm:
Sue Bird plans to keep playing into the next Olympics.
One-on-one with Bird.
Lynx:
Maya Moore stands out early with a spectacular start.
Rankings:
Seattle Storm beat reporter Jayda Evans has WNBA power rankings, and they're not bad.
Other WNBA news.....
Storm:
Sue Bird plans to keep playing into the next Olympics.
One-on-one with Bird.
Lynx:
Maya Moore stands out early with a spectacular start.
Rankings:
Seattle Storm beat reporter Jayda Evans has WNBA power rankings, and they're not bad.
U17, U18 USA Basketball team rosters named
The U17 team is set:
Named to the 2014 USA Women’s U17 World Championship Team after helping the USA to win the 2013 FIBA Americas U16 Championship this past summer, which earned the USA its berth into the 2014 FIBA U17 World Championship, are 2013 U16 MVP Asia Durr (St. Pius X Catholic H.S./Douglasville, Ga.), as well as DeJanae Boykin (Charles H. Flowers H.S./Springdale, Md.), Lauren Cox (Flower Mound H.S./Flower Mound, Texas), Nancy Mulkey (Cypress Woods H.S./Cypress, Texas), Arike Ogunbowale (Divine Savior Holy Angels H.S./Milwaukee, Wis.) and Katie Lou Samuelson (Mater Dei H.S./Huntington Beach, Calif.).
Playing on their first USA Basketball team in 2014 will be: Kristine Anigwe (Desert Vista H.S./Phoenix, Ariz.), Kennedy Burke (Sierra Canyon School/Northridge, Calif.), Natalie Chou (Plano West Senior H.S./Plano, Texas), Te'a Cooper (McEachern H.S./Powder Springs, Ga.), Joyner Holmes (Cedar Hill H.S./Cedar Hill, Texas) and Anna Wilson (Collegiate School/Richmond, Va.).
Additionally, Sabrina Ionescu (Miramonte H.S./Walnut Creek, Calif.) was named as an alternate.
The U18 team has also been named:
Joining their first USA Basketball team are: Ariel Atkins (Duncanville H.S./Duncanville, Texas); Napheesa Collier (Incarnate Word Academy/O’Fallon, Mo.); Paris Kea (Greensboro Page H.S./Greensboro, N.C.); Marina Mabrey (Manasquan H.S./Manasquan, N.J.); Teaira McCowan (Brenham H.S./Brenham, Texas); Beatrice Mompremier (Miami H.S./Miami, Fla.); Mariya Moore (Salesian H.S./Richmond, Calif.); Jessica Shepard (Fremont H.S./Fremont, Neb.); and Destinee Walker (Lake Highland Prep School/Ocoee, Fla.).
Named to the 2014 USA Women’s U17 World Championship Team after helping the USA to win the 2013 FIBA Americas U16 Championship this past summer, which earned the USA its berth into the 2014 FIBA U17 World Championship, are 2013 U16 MVP Asia Durr (St. Pius X Catholic H.S./Douglasville, Ga.), as well as DeJanae Boykin (Charles H. Flowers H.S./Springdale, Md.), Lauren Cox (Flower Mound H.S./Flower Mound, Texas), Nancy Mulkey (Cypress Woods H.S./Cypress, Texas), Arike Ogunbowale (Divine Savior Holy Angels H.S./Milwaukee, Wis.) and Katie Lou Samuelson (Mater Dei H.S./Huntington Beach, Calif.).
Playing on their first USA Basketball team in 2014 will be: Kristine Anigwe (Desert Vista H.S./Phoenix, Ariz.), Kennedy Burke (Sierra Canyon School/Northridge, Calif.), Natalie Chou (Plano West Senior H.S./Plano, Texas), Te'a Cooper (McEachern H.S./Powder Springs, Ga.), Joyner Holmes (Cedar Hill H.S./Cedar Hill, Texas) and Anna Wilson (Collegiate School/Richmond, Va.).
Additionally, Sabrina Ionescu (Miramonte H.S./Walnut Creek, Calif.) was named as an alternate.
The U18 team has also been named:
Joining their first USA Basketball team are: Ariel Atkins (Duncanville H.S./Duncanville, Texas); Napheesa Collier (Incarnate Word Academy/O’Fallon, Mo.); Paris Kea (Greensboro Page H.S./Greensboro, N.C.); Marina Mabrey (Manasquan H.S./Manasquan, N.J.); Teaira McCowan (Brenham H.S./Brenham, Texas); Beatrice Mompremier (Miami H.S./Miami, Fla.); Mariya Moore (Salesian H.S./Richmond, Calif.); Jessica Shepard (Fremont H.S./Fremont, Neb.); and Destinee Walker (Lake Highland Prep School/Ocoee, Fla.).
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