The GIST

WNBA alum and entrepreneur Fran Harris announces Austin’s bid for 16th franchise

It seems every U.S. city wants in on the WNBA’s 16th franchise. As of yesterday, there’s one more contender: An Austin, Texas, bid led by former Houston Comets player and Shark Tank alumna Fran Harris.

November 13, 2024

Freshman phenoms are taking over women’s and men’s college basketball

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In an era of fifth-year seniors, the youngsters are still making their mark on the college basketball landscape just over a week into the new season. Here are four freshmen to watch who are proving that age is just a number.

November 13, 2024

The second annual NBA Cup tips off under new branding

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New name, same tourney — the rebranded NBA Cup (previously known as the In-Season Tournament) tipped off last night, ushering in the league’s second annual in-season competition, complete with even flashier courts and cash prizes to place a greater emphasis on early schedule games.

November 13, 2024

An exclusive interview with Notre Dame women's basketball star Hannah Hidalgo

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Notre Dame women’s basketball star and preseason All-American Hannah Hidalgo made waves last season thanks to her lockdown defense and 22.6 points per game on average.

November 06, 2024

First top-25 women’s college basketball matchups of the season did not disappoint

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If Monday’s opening day slate of women’s college basketball games is any indication, we’re due for an absolutely wild season ahead.

November 06, 2024

WNBA head coaching turnover could signify growth era for league

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On Friday, the Indiana Fever hired former Connecticut Sun head coach (HC) and former Fever player (and HC) Stephanie White. She fills one of seven recent HC vacancies as the league sees unprecedented turnover: Nearly 60% of last year’s coaches are no longer in the same role, the most for any WNBA hiring cycle in history.

November 04, 2024

Women’s and men’s basketball tip off the season with big matchups

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So nice we had to say it thrice: College basketball is so back. And the season is starting off hot thanks to some opening-week top-25 matchups.

November 04, 2024

Sports Business

The latest on the WNBA’s foray into collectibles

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October 28, 2024

ICYMI, Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark’s autographed memorabilia sold out in mere minutes last week — a sign that collectibles are just the latest space where the WNBA is making waves.

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The GIST of It Podcast

Ep #412

A conversation with Napheesa Collier, plus some NWSL & NFL action

November 14, 2024

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A conversation with Napheesa Collier, plus some NWSL & NFL action

Welcome back!

On today’s three-part episode of The GIST of It, co-host Steph Rotz and guest host Lauren Tuiskula are kicking things off with the latest news in football (and fútbol). First up, LT and Steph preview this weekend’s NWSL semifinals as NJ/NY Gotham FC faces the Washington Spirit, followed by the undefeated Orlando Pride taking on the KC Current. Thrilling.

Then, the gals tackle the latest NFL headlines, from the repercussions of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott’s season-ending injury to what’s ahead for an unbeaten Kansas City Chiefs team.

Then last but not least, we have a very special guest: Minnesota Lynx star and Unrivaled co-founder Napheesa Collier, who chats about her work with OPill and what to expect when Unrivaled tips off in January. Can’t wait.

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