Team USA news:
It's the U.S. versus everyone else.
Whether at home or abroad, the Lynx know about finishing first.
Sights and sounds from the team's final stateside practice.
Photo gallery.
U.S. player news:
Lindsay Whalen is calm off the court and aggressive on it.
Seimone Augustus is leaving a legacy for the stars of tomorrow.
Maya Moore is living up to being the best.
Diana Taurasi is savoring her Olympic farewell. She seeks her fourth gold medal.
A look back at when Dawn Staley was the flag bearer at the 2004 Olympics.
Other Olympic team news:
Australia has arrived in Rio with their preparation on track.
The sacrifice is worth it for the Canadian veterans.
Other Olympic player news:
Natalie Achonwa is proud to represent Canada at the Olympics.
Penny Taylor and Erin Phillips are key for Australia's golden dreams, and Liz Cambage is ready to help.
Phillips has the right attitude about the Games.
WNBA player news:
The rise of Mystic Emma Meesseeman.
College player news:
Mikayla Vaughn is the new center of attention at Notre Dame.
Former Fordham guard Aaliyah Jones has transferred to Siena.
College coach news:
Delisha Milton-Jones is a new assistant coach at Pepperdine. Great look for a great player.
Dan Burt is cultivating a diverse family atmosphere at Duquesne.
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Monday, August 1, 2016
Countdown to the Olympic Games
The women's basketball team got fitted for uniforms and other team gear today, as the Olympics begin in five days.
I don't know about you, but I'm worried. Especially when you take a look at some of the links below. I fear for our athletes, and those from the rest of the world, too. I am praying for the safety of all during these Games.
General Olympics news:
The U.S. and Brazil are bolstering security at the Olympics.
A majority of Brazilians don't want the Games there.
Athletes and tourists in Rio are at risk of "violent illness" from sewage-filled waters.
"Don't put your head under water," visitors are warned.
America's summer of racial tension has surfaced on the road to Rio.
Do Black Lives Matter protests belong at the Olympics?
It's no game when athletes take political and social stands.
Tina Charles said Team USA is focused on gold medals, not protests.
A cash influx has revived Canadian team sports for Rio, including women's basketball.
Team USA news:
The willingness to learn from each other makes the U.S. stronger.
NBA players have bailed from the Olympics, but not WNBA athletes.
Olympic player news:
There are 22 WNBA players on Olympic rosters for various countries.
Serial survivor Seimone Augustus is key for the team.
Sue Bird reflects before Rio.
Diana Taurasi is looking to join an elite list of players with four Olympic gold medals.
WNBA player news:
After a long quest to get rapper 50 Cent to come to a Chicago Sky game, rookie Imani Boyette met him.
Penny Taylor's retirement announcement comes with an eye on the gold in Rio.
College coach news:
Dee Kantner and Phillip Fulmer talk Pat Summitt.
Hall of Famer Lynette Woodard joins Winthrop as an assistant coach.
I don't know about you, but I'm worried. Especially when you take a look at some of the links below. I fear for our athletes, and those from the rest of the world, too. I am praying for the safety of all during these Games.
General Olympics news:
The U.S. and Brazil are bolstering security at the Olympics.
A majority of Brazilians don't want the Games there.
Athletes and tourists in Rio are at risk of "violent illness" from sewage-filled waters.
"Don't put your head under water," visitors are warned.
America's summer of racial tension has surfaced on the road to Rio.
Do Black Lives Matter protests belong at the Olympics?
It's no game when athletes take political and social stands.
Tina Charles said Team USA is focused on gold medals, not protests.
A cash influx has revived Canadian team sports for Rio, including women's basketball.
Team USA news:
The willingness to learn from each other makes the U.S. stronger.
NBA players have bailed from the Olympics, but not WNBA athletes.
Olympic player news:
There are 22 WNBA players on Olympic rosters for various countries.
Serial survivor Seimone Augustus is key for the team.
Sue Bird reflects before Rio.
Diana Taurasi is looking to join an elite list of players with four Olympic gold medals.
WNBA player news:
After a long quest to get rapper 50 Cent to come to a Chicago Sky game, rookie Imani Boyette met him.
Penny Taylor's retirement announcement comes with an eye on the gold in Rio.
College coach news:
Dee Kantner and Phillip Fulmer talk Pat Summitt.
Hall of Famer Lynette Woodard joins Winthrop as an assistant coach.
Sunday, July 31, 2016
U.S. sweeps pre-Olympic exhibition series
The USA beat Australia, 104-89, in the final tune up before heading to the Rio Games. Diana Taurasi lead them with 20 points.
Box score.
Photos.
Will the U.S. and Australia meet again at the Olympics?
Canada also won their final tuneup game, beating France, 71-63.
Olympic player news:
Tina Charles continues to add layers to her game.
General Olympics news:
Australia suffers thefts and fire in the latest drama at the Olympic Village.
Tomorrow from the AP: promises that Rio's water would be clean by Olympics time didn't come true.
FIBA news:
FIBA is addressing the high dropout rate in European youth basketball among girls.
Box score.
Photos.
Will the U.S. and Australia meet again at the Olympics?
Canada also won their final tuneup game, beating France, 71-63.
Olympic player news:
Tina Charles continues to add layers to her game.
General Olympics news:
Australia suffers thefts and fire in the latest drama at the Olympic Village.
Tomorrow from the AP: promises that Rio's water would be clean by Olympics time didn't come true.
FIBA news:
FIBA is addressing the high dropout rate in European youth basketball among girls.
Just a quickie before tonight's Team USA game
Olympic team news:
Why Team USA will have another golden moment in Rio.
Six days to the Games: the team is hot for another gold medal.
Olympic player news:
Georgia's own Maya Moore is looking for another gold this summer.
Q&A with Angel McCoughtry.
Diana Taurasi still has a bond with Olympic coach Geno Auriemma.
Other Olympic news:
Canada/UConn star Kia Nurse is still shaking off the rust after surgery.
WNBA player news:
Skylar Diggins' sand workout is no joke.
Why Team USA will have another golden moment in Rio.
Six days to the Games: the team is hot for another gold medal.
Olympic player news:
Georgia's own Maya Moore is looking for another gold this summer.
Q&A with Angel McCoughtry.
Diana Taurasi still has a bond with Olympic coach Geno Auriemma.
Other Olympic news:
Canada/UConn star Kia Nurse is still shaking off the rust after surgery.
WNBA player news:
Skylar Diggins' sand workout is no joke.
Celebrating anniversaries!
Eight years ago today, I started this blog. I was inspired by my passion and love for the game since 1982, and "Hoopism" became more successful than I imagined.
Last year on this date I launched the website womenshoopsworld.com. It's been a great year, and we are looking forward to continued growth.
We strive to bring you the stories about the people who make women's basketball happen. Bench players, stars, assistant coaches, head coaches; everyone is crucial to the success of the game.
Thanks for reading!
Last year on this date I launched the website womenshoopsworld.com. It's been a great year, and we are looking forward to continued growth.
We strive to bring you the stories about the people who make women's basketball happen. Bench players, stars, assistant coaches, head coaches; everyone is crucial to the success of the game.
Thanks for reading!
Saturday, July 30, 2016
The march to the Olympics continues
Tomorrow Team USA takes on Australia at Madison Square Garden.
The U.S. team is staying cool under pressure.
Notebook and practice quotes from today.
Maya Moore is taking a leadership role in her second trip to the Olympics.
At the Olympics, athlete voices matter.
WNBA player news:
The Mercury's Penny Taylor will retire at the end of this WNBA season.
How Tamika Catchings is flipping the script on the athlete farewell tour.
Breanna Stewart says the transition from college to pro play has shed light on the gender discrepancies in athletics.
Nothing is stopping Stewart these days, and she's coming of age with Team USA.
Tina Charles' quiet protest helped her find the voice of her conscience.
WNBA players may opt our of their contracts in Turkey.
The U.S. team is staying cool under pressure.
Notebook and practice quotes from today.
Maya Moore is taking a leadership role in her second trip to the Olympics.
At the Olympics, athlete voices matter.
WNBA player news:
The Mercury's Penny Taylor will retire at the end of this WNBA season.
How Tamika Catchings is flipping the script on the athlete farewell tour.
Breanna Stewart says the transition from college to pro play has shed light on the gender discrepancies in athletics.
Nothing is stopping Stewart these days, and she's coming of age with Team USA.
Tina Charles' quiet protest helped her find the voice of her conscience.
WNBA players may opt our of their contracts in Turkey.
Friday, July 29, 2016
U.S. domination continues
Defense is the story:
USA whooped Canada tonight, 83-43.
Box score.
Also tonight, Australia beat France, 76-67.
Team USA news:
The U.S. Team is going for its sixth gold medal.
The team were guests on Good Morning America today.
Brittney Griner's skill set can make her first Olympic experience successful. She is ready to represent this country.
Q&A with Elena Delle Donne.
Following in the footsteps of Tamika Catchings, Delle Donne is starting her own charitable foundation.
Maya Moore is courting success.
Sue Bird and Breanna Stewart bring timelessness and exuberance to the U.S. team.
Classic Olympic news:
An oral history of the first U.S. Olympic women's basketball team.
Gold, sweat and tears: a Nike retrospective.
Other Olympic teams news:
Is Rio ready for the Games?
See Team USA's opening ceremonies uniforms here.
Natalie Burton is a game-changer for Australia.
WNBA team news:
New York Liberty director of player development trains and eyes local hoopers.
The Sun would like to keep their momentum following the break.
WNBA player news:
The rise and rise of Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike.
The Sky's Tamera Young continues her work on and off the court.
Liberty guard Sugar Rodgers has set a new goal.
Black Lives Matter:
Team USA members reflected on their own personal experiences after a Monday town hall meeting with NBA star Carmelo Anthony.
Seimone Augustus is proud of WNBA player activism.
College coach news:
Pat Summitt's house, now for sale, was "peaceful and private."
The Olympic break is giving new Vanderbilt coach Stephanie White a chance to focus on the team.
Florida State coach Sue Semrau relishes how far the program has come.
New Wright State coach Katrina Merriweather is excited for the season.
Curtis Loyd is LSU Shreveport's new head coach.
USA whooped Canada tonight, 83-43.
Box score.
Also tonight, Australia beat France, 76-67.
Team USA news:
The U.S. Team is going for its sixth gold medal.
The team were guests on Good Morning America today.
Brittney Griner's skill set can make her first Olympic experience successful. She is ready to represent this country.
Q&A with Elena Delle Donne.
Following in the footsteps of Tamika Catchings, Delle Donne is starting her own charitable foundation.
Maya Moore is courting success.
Sue Bird and Breanna Stewart bring timelessness and exuberance to the U.S. team.
Classic Olympic news:
An oral history of the first U.S. Olympic women's basketball team.
Gold, sweat and tears: a Nike retrospective.
Other Olympic teams news:
Is Rio ready for the Games?
See Team USA's opening ceremonies uniforms here.
Natalie Burton is a game-changer for Australia.
WNBA team news:
New York Liberty director of player development trains and eyes local hoopers.
The Sun would like to keep their momentum following the break.
WNBA player news:
The rise and rise of Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike.
The Sky's Tamera Young continues her work on and off the court.
Liberty guard Sugar Rodgers has set a new goal.
Black Lives Matter:
Team USA members reflected on their own personal experiences after a Monday town hall meeting with NBA star Carmelo Anthony.
Seimone Augustus is proud of WNBA player activism.
College coach news:
Pat Summitt's house, now for sale, was "peaceful and private."
The Olympic break is giving new Vanderbilt coach Stephanie White a chance to focus on the team.
Florida State coach Sue Semrau relishes how far the program has come.
New Wright State coach Katrina Merriweather is excited for the season.
Curtis Loyd is LSU Shreveport's new head coach.
Thursday, July 28, 2016
Another Team USA game on deck tomorrow
Next up for Team USA: Canada, tomorrow at 7 p.m. in Bridgeport, Conn.
Olympic team news:
Is this the best USA team ever?
Today's team notebook.
Team USA boosts a unique height.
Post-practice quotes from today.
Practice photos.
Are there too many former UConn players on the team? Obviously.
Olympic player news:
The rookies are expected to make a difference.
Elena Delle Donne still reigns in Delaware.
Fast break with EDD.
From Queens to Rio, the shared journey and friendship of Tina Charles and Sue Bird.
Sylvia Fowles is shooting for her third straight gold medal.
Fast break with Maya Moore.
Retro Team USA:
Catching up with the 1996 team.
WNBA team news:
The Liberty are on break.
Activism:
Carmelo Anthony and the WNBA have raised the bar on sports social activism, but how long will white men stay silent?
Can black celebrities shake America out of its racial injustice slumber?
College program news:
Three former basketball players at Cottey College in Missouri are suing the school for allegedly treating them differently than white students before expelling them.
College player news:
Natalie Butler is hoping to hit new heights at UConn this year.
High school news:
A heart condition sent a recruit to the bench, and she is tackling her new future.
Olympic team news:
Is this the best USA team ever?
Today's team notebook.
Team USA boosts a unique height.
Post-practice quotes from today.
Practice photos.
Are there too many former UConn players on the team? Obviously.
Olympic player news:
The rookies are expected to make a difference.
Elena Delle Donne still reigns in Delaware.
Fast break with EDD.
From Queens to Rio, the shared journey and friendship of Tina Charles and Sue Bird.
Sylvia Fowles is shooting for her third straight gold medal.
Fast break with Maya Moore.
Retro Team USA:
Catching up with the 1996 team.
WNBA team news:
The Liberty are on break.
Activism:
Carmelo Anthony and the WNBA have raised the bar on sports social activism, but how long will white men stay silent?
Can black celebrities shake America out of its racial injustice slumber?
College program news:
Three former basketball players at Cottey College in Missouri are suing the school for allegedly treating them differently than white students before expelling them.
College player news:
Natalie Butler is hoping to hit new heights at UConn this year.
High school news:
A heart condition sent a recruit to the bench, and she is tackling her new future.
Wednesday, July 27, 2016
Second exhibition game: USA stomps France
It was a homecoming for Elena Delle Donne in Delaware tonight, as the USA kicked France, 84-62.
Box score.
Olympic team news:
Preparation time is precious for the US team.
Team USA has a strong UConn flavor.
Team members aren't overly concerned about the Zika virus.
Olympic player news:
Elena Delle Donne's dog Wrigley is ready to cheer her on.
EDD is featured in ESPN the body issue.
Get to know queer Olympic hopeful Angel McCoughtry.
Sue Bird and Breanna Stewart find themselves in a uniquely similar place on the Olympic roster.
Stewart is the best, one columnist says.
WNBA team news:
The newly-relocated Dallas Wings hope to take flight with fans.
An in-depth look at the 5-18 Stars.
The Mercury are well-represented at the Olympics.
The Washington Post recognizes the WNBA and the Olympics.
WNBA player news:
Storm rookie Breanna Stewart says Black Lives Matter deserves the WNBA's support.
WNBA flashback:
The late great Prince loved the Minnesota Lynx.
College coach news:
Robin Selvig has retired as Montana's coach after 38 years. Many props to him.
Patrick Klein has been promoted to associate head coach at Ohio State.
Valparaiso has added John Motherwell as an assistant coach.
Robin Dolan is Hartford's new assistant coach.
Box score.
Olympic team news:
Preparation time is precious for the US team.
Team USA has a strong UConn flavor.
Team members aren't overly concerned about the Zika virus.
Olympic player news:
Elena Delle Donne's dog Wrigley is ready to cheer her on.
EDD is featured in ESPN the body issue.
Get to know queer Olympic hopeful Angel McCoughtry.
Sue Bird and Breanna Stewart find themselves in a uniquely similar place on the Olympic roster.
Stewart is the best, one columnist says.
WNBA team news:
The newly-relocated Dallas Wings hope to take flight with fans.
An in-depth look at the 5-18 Stars.
The Mercury are well-represented at the Olympics.
The Washington Post recognizes the WNBA and the Olympics.
WNBA player news:
Storm rookie Breanna Stewart says Black Lives Matter deserves the WNBA's support.
WNBA flashback:
The late great Prince loved the Minnesota Lynx.
College coach news:
Robin Selvig has retired as Montana's coach after 38 years. Many props to him.
Patrick Klein has been promoted to associate head coach at Ohio State.
Valparaiso has added John Motherwell as an assistant coach.
Robin Dolan is Hartford's new assistant coach.
Tuesday, July 26, 2016
USA will face France in exhibition tomorrow
Team USA news:
All access from today's Team USA practice.
The USA dynasty is about to roll into Rio.
Tamika Catchings is eyeing her fourth gold medal.
So is Sue Bird.
The veteran Bird is passing on a legacy of excellence.
The Delaware delegation gave props to Elena Delle Donne at the Democratic National Convention.
Brittney Griner hopes to soak in her first Olympic experience.
What to watch for when Team USA faces France tomorrow.
Other Olympics news:
Canada will face the world's elite in tune up games this weekend.
Liz Cambage makes a stand for diverse Australia.
WNBA news:
Nneka Ogwumike and Tina Charles are the Western and Eastern conference players of the month of July - the second month in a row for each to take the honor.
Breanna Stewart is the rookie of the month for July. This is her third straight ROM honor this season.
The Lynx head into the break strong.
The new WNBA playoff format is setting teams up for a playoff chase after the break.
Sun rookie Rachel Banham is ready for another long rehab.
Pat Summitt:
The former coaching legend's $1.2 million Knoxville home is for sale.
All access from today's Team USA practice.
The USA dynasty is about to roll into Rio.
Tamika Catchings is eyeing her fourth gold medal.
So is Sue Bird.
The veteran Bird is passing on a legacy of excellence.
The Delaware delegation gave props to Elena Delle Donne at the Democratic National Convention.
Brittney Griner hopes to soak in her first Olympic experience.
What to watch for when Team USA faces France tomorrow.
Other Olympics news:
Canada will face the world's elite in tune up games this weekend.
Liz Cambage makes a stand for diverse Australia.
WNBA news:
Nneka Ogwumike and Tina Charles are the Western and Eastern conference players of the month of July - the second month in a row for each to take the honor.
Breanna Stewart is the rookie of the month for July. This is her third straight ROM honor this season.
The Lynx head into the break strong.
The new WNBA playoff format is setting teams up for a playoff chase after the break.
Sun rookie Rachel Banham is ready for another long rehab.
Pat Summitt:
The former coaching legend's $1.2 million Knoxville home is for sale.
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