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Month: February 2017

Connecticut Sun re-sign veteran guard Alex Bentley

The Connecticut Sun re-signed veteran guard Alex Bentley. No terms of the multi-year deal were released. “I’m so thankful to be continuing my career in Connecticut,” said Bentley, a four-year WNBA veteran currently playing in…

New York Liberty re-sign Sugar Rodgers and Rebecca Allen, add Shacobia Barbee and Cierra Burdick to training camp roster

The New York Liberty re-signed restricted free agent guard Sugar Rodgers and reserve forward Rebecca Allen. Per team policy, the terms of the agreements were not disclosed. The Liberty also announced that 2016 3rd Round…

Washington Mystics sign free agent guard Kristi Toliver

From the Mystics: Washington Mystics head coach Mike Thibault announced today the team has signed free agent guard Kristi Toliver. Toliver averaged 14.8 points and 4.1 assists while leading the Los Angeles Sparks to the…

NCAA unveils second of three top 16 reveals for 2017

Revealed! The #ncaaW Committee's Top 16 as of today! pic.twitter.com/8BMrwPqH5B — NCAA Women’s Basketball (@ncaawbb) February 7, 2017 The NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship Sport Committee provided the second of three regular-season top-16 rankings…

Social media recap: UCLA upsets Stanford at Maples for first time since 1999 with 85-76 win

STANFORD, Calif. – UCLA had four players in double figures led by Jordin Canada to upset Stanford at Maples Pavilion 85-76 for the first time since 1999. The Bruins recovered from a loss at Cal…

Guard Tayler Hill re-signs with Washington Mystics

Tayler Hill has re-signed with the Washington Mystics. The guard was selected by the franchise in the first round (fourth overall) in the 2013 WNBA Draft. “Signing Tayler to a long-term contract was one of…

Ten players added to “Wade Watch” list of hopefuls

The WBCA NCAA Division I Coaches’ All-America Selection Committee added 10 additional student-athletes to the “Wade Watch” list of candidates for the 2017 Wade Trophy, the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association announced today. Joining the preseason…

Finalists for the 2017 Nancy Lieberman Award

The Nancy Lieberman Award honors the nation’s top collegiate point guard in women’s Division I basketball.  The selection committee includes Hall of Famer Nancy Lieberman, other Hall of Famers, media members, head coaches and sports information…

Cal completes weekend sweep, Penina Davidson leads Bears in 63-56 win over USC

Cal completes weekend sweep, Penina Davidson leads Bears in 63-56 win over USC

BERKELEY, Calif. – California (17-7, 5-7) survived a close game and fourth quarter rally from Southern California (12-11, 3-9) to complete a sweep of the Pac-12’s Los Angeles schools with a 63-56 victory over the…

Tara VanDerveer joins the 1,000 career-win club after victory over USC

Tara VanDerveer joins the 1,000 career-win club after victory over USC

Quotes from coaches around the country Jennifer Azzi on VanDerveer’s acccomplishment In her own words Year-by-year record Accolades and accomplishments STANFORD, Calif. – Stanford head coach Tara VanDerveer joined Pat Summitt as the only NCAA…

Jennifer Azzi on Tara VanDerveer nearing 1,000 career wins

Stanford legend sat courtside with Tara VanDerveer’s mother as the Cardinal worked to try and give their head coach 1,000 career victories. Azzi’s thoughts: She’s obviously going to hit the milestone this season, it’s so…

Washington Mystics re-sign guard Tierra Ruffin-Pratt; recent WNBA transactions

Washington Mystics guard Tierra Ruffin-Pratt has re-signed with the team. She was originally signed as a free agent by the Mystics prior to the 2013 season. “Tierra is one of the best success stories in…

Dallas Wings sign guard Tiffany Bias to a one-year contract

The Dallas Wings signed guard Tiffany Bias to a one-year contract. Bias initially joined the Wings in July of 2016. “Tiffany did a nice job when she joined the team mid-way through last season. She…

Tara VanDerveer on cusp of 1,000 victories but USC and UCLA stand in the way this weekend

One away.#Tara1K pic.twitter.com/ly4oLc4loC — Stanford Women’s Basketball (@StanfordWBB) January 30, 2017 Stanford (19-3, 9-1) vs. USC (12-9, 3-7) Friday, Feb. 3,  6 p.m. PT Maples Pavilion, Stanford, Calif. Pac-12 Networks/Pac-12.com STANFORD, Calif. – With a…

Connecticut Sun re-signed veteran point guard Jasmine Thomas

The Connecticut Sun re-signed veteran point guard Jasmine Thomas. Terms of the multi-year deal were not released. “We are excited that Jasmine has signed a multi-year contract with the Sun,” said head coach and general…

Atlanta Dream re-signs guard Meighan Simmons

The Atlanta Dream have re-signed guard Meighan Simmons, the team announced Thursday. “I am super excited to be coming back to Atlanta for the second year in a row,” Simmons said. “Thank you to the…

San Antonio Stars re-sign center Kayla Alexander

The San Antonio Stars re-signed center Kayla Alexander. Per club policy, terms of the contract were not announced. Alexander averaged 8.0 points and 4.5 rebounds in 19.5 minutes last season. She is currently overseas playing…

Atlanta Dream sign free agent point guard Brianna Kiesel to a multi-year contract

The Atlanta Dream have announced the signing of free agent point guard Brianna Kiesel to a multi-year contract. “Signing Brianna was very important for stabilizing our backcourt during the upcoming season,” Head Coach Michael Cooper…

Chicago Sky acquire Stefanie Dolson, guard Kahleah Copper and second round pick in exchange for Elena Delle Donne

The Chicago Sky acquired All-Star center Stefanie Dolson, guard Kahleah Copper and the second overall pick in the 2017 WNBA Draft, in exchange for Elena Delle Donne. “The acquisition of these two players and the…

Atlanta Dream re-signs restricted free agent Layshia Clarendon

The Atlanta Dream re-signed restricted free agent Layshia Clarendon to a multi-year contract. “I’m excited to continue building on my time in Atlanta,” Clarendon said. “This team, staff and city have been an unexpected blessing…

Minnesota Lynx sign veteran free agent Plenette Pierson

The Minnesota Lynx signed veteran free agent Plenette Pierson. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. “We are very excited to have added another player with championship experience to our roster,” said…

Indiana Fever re-sign unrestricted free agent Erlana Larkins and guard Erica Wheeler

The Indiana Fever re-signed unrestricted free agent Erlana Larkins, the franchise’s top rebounder from 2016 . Point guard Erica Wheeler was also re-added. Per team policy, terms of the contracts are not disclosed. Larkins will begin…

San Antonio Stars sign veteran Erika de Souza

The San Antonio Stars today signed three-time WNBA All-Star Erika de Souza. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Erika gives us size and experience in the post,” said Stars General Manager…

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