Black females historically have been underrepresented in sports broadcasting. But Cindy Brunson as a youngster found a Black woman who would serve as an inspiration for her to eventually go into broadcasting herself.
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Sky fans assess new all-Black coaching staff
Chicago Sky fans shared mixed feelings about the team’s all-Black coaching staff, rising ticket prices, and early struggles in the 2025 WNBA season.
Majority Black league’s first team with all-Black coaches
For the first time in WNBA history, the Chicago Sky has an all-Black coaching staff, a milestone in a majority Black league and a powerful statement on representation.
Top WNBA prospects: ‘Fab Five’ selected in 2025 draft
The WNBA Draft has showcased the “Fab Five” players, including Paige Bueckers, Dominique Malonga, Sonia Citron, Kiki Iriafen, and JustÄ— JocytÄ—, who are set to make significant impacts on their respective teams.
Women’s sports set to shatter records with $2.45 billion in projected revenue for 2025
Women’s sports are on track to generate a record-breaking $2.45 billion in revenue in 2025, driven by new investments, star power, and increased visibility across media and marketing channels, with basketball and soccer leading the way.
Black tennis coaches face off
Black female head coaches Lois Arterberry and Gabrielle Moore will face each other for the first time this season when Minnesota hosts Indiana in women’s tennis, with both coaches having a rich history in college tennis.
WNBA Draft hopefuls work out and wait
Dee Dee Hagemann and Diamond Johnson are preparing for the 2025 WNBA Draft, with Hagemann looking to move forward in her hoopin career and Johnson hoping to be given a true opportunity to make a pro team.
Game-Changer or Pocket Change? The Battle for Equal Pay in Women’s Sports
Women’s sports are experiencing a golden era of growth, but the financial disparities remain staggering, with the highest-paid female athletes earning a fraction of what their male counterparts make, and Black women athletes facing an even wider pay gap.
Unrivaled co-founder Napheesa Collier overcame setbacks. Now the league is attracting big-name investors
Unrivaled, a 3-on-3 women’s basketball league founded by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, has gained traction and attracted major investors such as Stephen Curry, Michael Phelps, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Coco Gauff, with a $35 million Series A round and major sponsorship deals.
Minnesota Lynx Superstars Napheesa Collier & Kayla McBride Lead the Unrivaled League
Napheesa Collier and Kayla McBride, two standout players for the Minnesota Lynx, have scored over 100 points in the first two weeks of the Unrivaled League, setting a high bar for the rest of the season.
Unrivaled joins Athletes Unlimited for off-season women’s pro play
Unrivaled, a new 3-on-3 women’s pro basketball league, and Athletes Unlimited, a traditional five-on-five league, are both benefiting from the new popularity of women’s sports, with the former set to begin play this Friday and the latter starting in February.
Unrivaled Basketball: Revolutionizing Women’s Sports with 3-on-3 Action
Unrivaled Basketball, a new 3-on-3 professional women’s basketball league founded by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, is set to launch in January 2025 with six teams of six WNBA players each, record-breaking contracts, and a dynamic game format.
Sports gambling is here to stay – As are drained household finances
Travis Singleton believes that sports gambling will not be going away anytime soon, as it is now more accessible and can generate tax revenue, but warns that it can become a problem if people gamble with high-risk money.
The future of women’s sports is looking bright
Women’s sports are experiencing unprecedented growth and popularity, with the WNBA, NWSL, and PWHL expanding and investing in infrastructure, and the future of women’s sports is bright as more people are paying attention and investing in the movement.
Caitlin Clark Acknowledges Privilege, Honors Black Legacy in WNBA
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark has sparked a debate by acknowledging the league’s deep roots in Black excellence and emphasizing the importance of celebrating and investing in Black women in the WNBA.
New Unrivaled 3×3 women’s pro league features diverse coaching staff
The rosters and coaches are now set for the new Unrivaled 3×3 women’s pro league, which is co-founded by Napheesa Collier and Brianna Stewart and is made up of current WNBA players.
WNBA Finals: Lynx made history in Game 1 victory – Game 2 was different storyÂ
The Minnesota Lynx are looking to become the second team in league history to sweep both the Commissioner’s Cup and the WNBA Finals trophy in the same season, while the WNBA is considering expanding with a Black-led ownership group in 2028.
WNBA gets a diversity black eye
Two Black WNBA head coaches, Teresa Weatherspoon and Tanisha Wright, have been fired since the playoffs began, raising concerns about the treatment of Black coaches in the league.
WNBA expansion gets underway
The WNBA is expanding to 15 teams with the addition of Portland in 2026, but the league’s majority Black coaches have been fired.
Athletes Unlimited offers play during WNBA off-season
Athletes Unlimited (AU) has announced that the 2025 AU Pro Basketball Championship season will move to Nashville, TN.
