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Vancouver Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- Vancouver Sun
Vancouver needs to get on the WNBA train
A professional women's soccer team. A professional women's hockey team. Vancouver, finally, is jumping on the global movement that is the growth of elite women's sport. But hosting the WNBA for more than just a one-off game, as Rogers Arena did Friday for the Seattle Storm vs. the Atlanta Dream, remains very much a dream. Toronto is getting an expansion team, the Tempo, starting next summer. There are no plans for now for future expansion, NBA Canada's Cheryl Sebastian told Postmedia on Friday. No Vancouver on the radar, but there's no denying the momentum the WNBA and women's pro sports in general is seeing in Canada. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. The WNBA has tangible evidence of this, Sebastian said. 'Viewership (in Canada) is up,' she said. Subscriptions to the WNBA's League Pass service, which offers access to every game on the schedule, is up too. 'We're the only country with our own social media channels,' she added. They wouldn't set that up without believing there was an audience to hit. There are lifelong fans to be made, Sebastian said. They know that connecting fans for the first time has a long-lasting effect. Among the promotions they put together during the visit this week was painting WNBA-distance three-point lines on local courts. Five outdoor courts at parks around Vancouver — at Stanley Park, Hastings Community Park, Gaston Park, Kingcrest Park and Queen Elizabeth Park — are getting the new lines painted on their courts. The idea, Sebastian explained, is to keep their league front-of-mind even after the WNBA carnival leaves town. 'It provides the opportunity to get closer to the game,' she said of legacies like this initiative, which they are calling 'Line It Up.' Getting tied into the grassroots, making pro women's sport be more than just an idea, to feel truly real, will only snowball everything. In North America, basketball has been at the forefront of this. The WNBA's viewership numbers are exploding. Caitlin Clark signed a $28-million, eight-year endorsement deal with Nike. That's another example of how real this has all become. The key is making it all feel unique, its own thing. The WNBA has always played through the summer. The games are far more accessible for average fans, even in their home markets. The uniqueness extends to the two extant Canadian women's pro leagues, the PWHL and the Northern Super League, the women's league which launched this summer in Canada with six teams across the country. Growing up in Cranbrook, Rylind MacKinnon didn't have anything to look to beyond collegiate hockey and women's hockey at the Olympics. She got to play at the University of B.C., captaining the Thunderbirds for two years. Now she is being paid to play in the PWHL, last season with the Toronto Sceptres, this season with the Boston Fleet. The PWHL vibe is very much its own thing, one that sets it apart. 'In Toronto, they had made a poster board, for every person on the team, with like a nickname and a catchphrase, which they hung up in the arena,' she said. 'The kids made you friendship bracelets and stuff like that. It's a little bit of a different dynamic.' The Vancouver Rise are chasing their own dynamic by playing at Swangard Stadium, which by its more intimate nature brings fans and players closer together. That is the real key — giving fans a real chance to feel like they are in the same boat as the stars they're cheering for. It has worked for the WNBA elsewhere. Surely, it would work for the WNBA here. It's time for someone to step up and make a team happen. pjohnston@
The Province
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Province
Vancouver needs to get on the WNBA train
We've got pro women's soccer and pro women's hockey. Time for pro women's basketball too. Get the latest from Patrick Johnston straight to your inbox Ezi Magbegor of the Seattle Storm blocks a shot by Rhyne Howard of the Atlanta Dream at Climate Pledge Arena on Aug. 13 in Seattle. Photo by Steph Chambers / Getty Images A professional women's soccer team. A professional women's hockey team. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. 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THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Vancouver, finally, is jumping on the global movement that is the growth of elite women's sport. But hosting the WNBA for more than just a one-off game, as Rogers Arena did Friday for the Seattle Storm vs. the Atlanta Dream, remains very much a dream. Toronto is getting an expansion team, the Swift, starting next summer. There are no plans for now for future expansion, NBA Canada's Cheryl Sebastian told Postmedia on Friday. No Vancouver on the radar, but there's no denying the momentum the WNBA and women's pro sports in general is seeing in Canada. The WNBA has tangible evidence of this, Sebastian said. 'Viewership (in Canada) is up,' she said. Subscriptions to the WNBA's League Pass service, which offers access to every game on the schedule, is up too. Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'We're the only country with our own social media channels,' she added. They wouldn't set that up without believing there was an audience to hit. There are lifelong fans to be made, Sebastian said. They know that connecting fans for the first time has a long-lasting effect. Among the promotions they put together during the visit this week was painting WNBA-distance three-point lines on local courts. Five outdoor courts at parks around Vancouver — at Stanley Park, Hastings Community Park, Gaston Park, Kingcrest Park and Queen Elizabeth Park — are getting the new lines painted on their courts. The idea, Sebastian explained, is to keep their league front-of-mind even after the WNBA carnival leaves town. 'It provides the opportunity to get closer to the game,' she said of legacies like this initiative, which they are calling 'Line It Up.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Getting tied into the grassroots, making pro women's sport be more than just an idea, to feel truly real, will only snowball everything. In North America, basketball has been at the forefront of this. The WNBA's viewership numbers are exploding. Caitlin Clark signed a $28-million, eight-year endorsement deal with Nike. That's another example of how real this has all become. The key is making it all feel unique, its own thing. The WNBA has always played through the summer. The games are far more accessible for average fans, even in their home markets. The uniqueness extends to the two extant Canadian women's pro leagues, the PWHL and the Northern Super League, the women's league which launched this summer in Canada with six teams across the country. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Growing up in Cranbrook, Rylind MacKinnon didn't have anything to look to beyond collegiate hockey and women's hockey at the Olympics. She got to play at the University of B.C., captaining the Thunderbirds for two years. Now she is being paid to play in the PWHL, last season with the Toronto Sceptres, this season with the Boston Fleet. The PWHL vibe is very much its own thing, one that sets it apart. 'In Toronto, they had made a poster board, for every person on the team, with like a nickname and a catchphrase, which they hung up in the arena,' she said. 'The kids made you friendship bracelets and stuff like that. It's a little bit of a different dynamic.' The Vancouver Rise are chasing their own dynamic by playing at Swangard Stadium, which by its more intimate nature brings fans and players closer together. That is the real key — giving fans a real chance to feel like they are in the same boat as the stars they're cheering for. It has worked for the WNBA elsewhere. Surely, it would work for the WNBA here. It's time for someone to step up and make a team happen. pjohnston@ Read More Vancouver Whitecaps News Local News Vancouver Whitecaps News
NBC Sports
08-08-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
How to watch Minnesota Lynx vs NY Liberty: Live stream info, preview for Sunday's game
The Minnesota Lynx face the NY Liberty this Sunday afternoon at Barclays Center in Brooklyn in a rematch of the 2024 WNBA Finals. The action starts at 12:30 PM ET on ABC. See below for additional information on how to watch Sunday's Minnesota Lynx vs NY Liberty showdown. Natalie Esquire, The two teams have met just once this season, when Minnesota defended its home court with a 100-93 victory on July 30. Napheesa Collier spearheaded the Lynx offense in that matchup, finishing with 30 points and 9 rebounds. However, the star forward — a frontrunner for MVP — is not expected to play on Sunday. After spraining her right ankle against the Las Vegas Aces last Saturday, Collier is sidelined and likely to miss a few weeks. injury update: Napheesa Collier sustained a right ankle sprain on Aug. 2 and will be re-evaluated in the coming weeks. The Liberty are also still without a key contributor as Breanna Stewart remains sidelined with a right knee bone bruise sustained on July 26. Sandy Brondello says that Breanna Stewart has a right knee bone bruise and there is no timetable for her return RELATED: WNBA Preview - Caitlin Clark, Napheesa Collier, Kayla Thornton injuries shake up playoff picture How to watch Minnesota Lynx vs Indiana Fever: When: Sunday, August 10 Where: Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY Time: 12:30 PM ET TV Channel: ABC Live Stream: ESPN+ RELATED: What WNBA games are on this week? 2025 WNBA Schedule, dates, how to watch for August 4-10 How can I watch WNBA games? Over 175 regular season WNBA games will be available across the following networks and streaming platforms: ABC, ESPN, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ION, NBA TV, Prime Video, WNBA League Pass. Click here for the full 2025 WNBA Season Schedule. 2025 WNBA Season Key Dates: September 11: Regular Season Ends September 14: Playoffs Begin October 17: Last Possible Finals Date Jackie Powell,
Economic Times
01-08-2025
- Sport
- Economic Times
Fever vs Wings Live Streaming: When and where to watch WNBA game - Preview, Date, Time and more
Live Events HOW TO WATCH FEVER VS WINGS WNBA GAME IN US Dates: August 1, Friday Event: WNBA Venue: American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas Start Time: 7:30PM ET TV: ION Streaming: WNBA League Pass (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Indiana Fever enter Friday's matchup against the Dallas Wings riding a three-game winning streak, despite being without star guard Caitlin Clark Fever, currently 15-12, is 2-0 against Dallas this season and already notched a 94-86 win in a previous road game also played in Dallas, though not at the Wings' usual Arlington Fever have been in strong form, winning six of their last eight games. Their latest outing was a high-scoring 107-101 victory over the Phoenix Mercury on Wednesday, marking both their highest-scoring game and most points allowed this has been sidelined since suffering a right groin injury on July 15. During the Fever's recent trip to New York, she sought a second medical opinion. The team later confirmed there were no signs of additional damage or Clark's condition is not considered serious, the Fever are taking a cautious, long-term approach to her recovery and have not set a timetable for her return.
NBC Sports
14-07-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
WNBA Preview: Mercury faces tough test, WNBA All-Star Game
The 2025 WNBA season has officially hit its halfway point. And besides the upcoming All-Star break, general managers made some decisions at the end of last week in preparation for the August 7 trade deadline. GMs had until Sunday, July 13 at 5 p.m. ET to waive any players on unguaranteed contracts before those unguaranteed salaries became guaranteed. Players like the Mercury's Kiana Williams, the Lynx's Alissa Pili, the Sparks' Mercedes Russell, the Liberty's Marquesha Davis and the Sun's Haley Peters and Jaelyn Brown were all waived prior to this midpoint deadline. Why do GMs do this? It usually is a mechanism that allows for teams to maintain salary cap and roster flexibility. Once the midpoint date passes and players clear waivers—it takes 24 hours to do so— teams can sign players to 7-day contracts. In most cases, the teams who waived players can re-sign those same players to these 7-day contracts. A player can only be on a 7-day contract three times until a team then has to sign them to a rest of the season contract. The midpoint also marks a change for hardship contracts as those will also be just 7-day deals until that player reaches the limit of three 7-day contracts. Meanwhile, the Valkyries waived wing Stephanie Talbot, who was on a protected deal so that they could make room for the expected July 15 arrival of French center Iliana Rupert. To be clear, this wasn't a move done with the midpoint deadline in mind since Golden State has boat loads of cap space. The Valkyries needed to create another roster spot for when Rupert officially arrives. The Week Ahead This upcoming week is a shortened one because of the All-Star break that begins on Thursday July 17 and runs through Monday July 21 with games picking back up on July 22. While there are only three days of regular season games this week, that doesn't mean there aren't great matchups to watch right before the break. The Phoenix Mercury have a really difficult schedule leading into the break and as do the Golden State Valkyries. All of their matchups are must-see. Also, the Indiana Fever's first trip to the loud and rowdy Brooklyn crowd at Barclays Center to take on the Liberty on Wednesday night will for sure be a game to circle. The WNBA All-Star Game itself probably won't be super competitive on Saturday night, but expect the three-point contest and skills contests on Friday night July 18 to be super-competitive. Insurance company Aflac is giving $60,000 to the winner of the three-point contest and $55,000 to the winner of the skills contest in addition to the much smaller purse that the WNBA provides to the winners of those contests. Sabrina Ionescu and rookie Sonia Citron are currently the only confirmed participants in the three-point contest, although it wouldn't be shocking if Caitlin Clark joins the fun with All-Star weekend taking place at her team's home in Indianapolis. (Monday July 14 at 10 p.m. ET on League Pass) The Valkyries will be going into this game coming off a tough 104-102 loss on Saturday on the road to the Aces. The Mercury, however, will play for the first time in five days. Phoenix will be without Kahleah Copper (right hamstring) and Satou Sabally (right ankle) but will continue to integrate recent signee DeWanna Bonner into their schemes. Can Mercury point forward Alyssa Thomas continue her hot streak which included a 29/8/5 statline in their last game, defeating the Lynx, the league's top team, 79-71? Thomas will likely have to contend against the physical defense of first time All-Star Kayla Thornton in addition to the raucous Golden State crowd also known as 'Ballhalla' to extend their edge in the WNBA standings over the Liberty. (Wednesday, July 16 at 1 p.m. ET on League Pass) The Mercury's schedule only gets harder before the All-Star break as they then jet off to Minneapolis for a rematch against the Lynx, a team they beat just a week prior in Phoenix. As of now, the Lynx remain undefeated at home, but their recent struggles against the Chicago Sky at home and on the road prove that the Lynx might have hit a mid-season lull after rolling through the majority of the first half of the regular season. Since losing wing Karlie Samuelson to a Lisfranc injury for the rest of the season on June 29, the Lynx have had to play six games since, the most games in that stretch of time across the league. (Wednesday, July 16 at 3:00 p.m. ET on League Pass ) Both the Storm and the Valkyries have been incredibly inconsistent in the past couple of weeks of play. In that span, the Storm have lost to the Mystics, the youngest team in the league with the second-worst overall offensive rating. The Valkyries defeated the Fever handily 80-61 last week but then also fell in close games to both the Dream and the Aces. The last time these two teams battled, the Valkyries clobbered the Storm 84-57 and then previously in mid-June Golden State defeated Seattle 76-70. Golden State has struggled to win on the road, only winning three games on the road, including two against the Sparks in Los Angeles. Their first road win outside of the state of California came on July 9 against the Fever. (Wednesday July 16 at 7:30 p.m. ET on CBSSN) The Fever will play at Barclays Center for the first time this season after splitting their two home games against the defending champs in the Liberty previously. In the first game between these two teams, Jonquel Jones powered the Liberty with a 26/12 double-double. But then once Jones had gone down with a sprained right ankle, the Liberty struggled without her, and Caitlin Clark exploded scoring 32 points in a 102-88 win over New York that kept the Liberty out of the Commissioner's Cup Final. While Jones most likely won't play on Wednesday as she continues to recover and ramp up her conditioning, the Liberty have found ways to win without her since the Fever last played them. (Saturday July 19 at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC) Both Napheesa Collier and Caitlin Clark are All-Star captains for the first time in their careers for the 2025 WNBA All-Star game. Collier's team on paper looks a lot more balanced with much more size and versatility including Breanna Stewart, Nneka Ogwumike and Paige Bueckers. Clark's is a team that probably will shoot a ton of threes especially with Sabrina Ionescu and Satou Sabally joining Clark from teams that put up a tad under 30 three-balls a game. When both Clark and Collier chose their teams, they agreed to trade their coaches so that Cheryl Reeve could coach her own player in Collier. Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello will coach Clark, Ionescu and her former player and first-time All-Star Kayla Thornton. Expect this game to be less competitive than the one from last year since Team USA won't be put up against the WNBA All-Stars. When that happens during Olympic years, players who don't make Team USA usually have a chip on their shoulders and show out. This year's game will be much more about entertaining the fans who tune-in instead of trying to beat the players on the other side.
