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WNBA stars headline Opals squad of 16 for 2019 FIBA Asia Cup
Damian Arsenis
16th Aug, 2019
The Opals squad has been named for the 2019 FIBA Asia Cup, headlined by a host of in-form WNBA stars.
WNBA stars Rebecca Allen, Nayo Raincock-Ekunwe on how the WNBL has helped shaped their careers
Tony Cocking
1st Aug, 2019
Here's how the WNBL has helped shape the basketball careers of some of the most talented female basketballers in the WNBA's New York Liberty.
Dandenong Rangers rebranded as Southside Flyers, sign Jenna O’Hea
Damian Arsenis
31st Jul, 2019
Having taken over the Dandenong Rangers WNBL program following the conclusion of the 2018/19 season, Gerry Ryan has rebranded the team as the Southside Flyers, announcing that Cheryl Chambers will be the new head coach and Australian Opals captain Jenna O'Hea the first big signing.
Jayco Australia owner Gerry Ryan to run Dandenong WNBL team
Kein
2nd Jul, 2019
The future of one of Australia’s most successful domestic women’s basketball teams has been strengthened with prominent Australian businessman, Gerry Ryan OAM, granted the licence to run the Dandenong WNBL team.
Alanna Smith to play in South Korea’s WKBL, likely missing WNBL
Kein
25th Jun, 2019
Alanna Smith's selection in South Korea's WKBL means the WNBL will probably not be an option.
Ezi Magbegor ready to carve out her own identity with the Seattle Storm
Lachy France
11th Apr, 2019
Melbourne Boomers and Opals forward Ezi Magbegor is ready to carve out her own identity with the Seattle Storm after being selected with tghe 12th pick in the 2019 WNBA Draft.
WNBL players welcome minimum pay increase, but is it a double-edged sword?
Rowan Anderson
29th Mar, 2019
The WNBL has recognised the need to retain and develop player talent by raising the minimum wage for next season, a move comes about despite two of the league's eight teams almost forced into extintion due to financial difficulty.
UC Capitals win eighth WNBL title with Game 3 victory over Lightning
Lachy France
17th Feb, 2019
Bedlam descended on the AIS Arena as an ear-rattling crowd of 4,820 witnessed their hometown UC Capitals secure the club’s eighth WNBL title and first since the 2009/10 season with a 93-73 Game 3 victory over the Adelaide Lightning.
Seekamp and Froling both pumped for the 2019 WNBL Grand Final series
Rowan Anderson
7th Feb, 2019
We caught up Nicole Seekamp and Keely Froling ahead of the 2019 WNBL Grand Final series between the University fo Canberra Capitals and the Adelaide Lightning.
Kate Gaze: What comes with the name?
Rowan Anderson
31st Jan, 2019
For most athletes the level of competitiveness and focus on the prize is the pinnacle. However, when your family is known for the sport, it adds a whole other level of pressure and expectations. Kate Gaze is another in a long line of basketball talent hailing from the famous Gaze family, and she spoke with The Pick and Roll this week.
Hurst and Donnelly: It’s mum’s court now
Cameron Lucas
26th Nov, 2018
The Pregnancy and Parenting Policy launched by the WNBL with the Australian Basketballers' Association may well see more players like Nat Hurst and Mikhaela Donnelly turn to motherhood while still actively pursuing their playing career.
Capitals setting the benchmark with the Flames yet to ignite
Damian Arsenis
22nd Oct, 2018
After round 2 of the 2018/19 WNBL season, the University of Canberra Capitals have set the early benchmark with a 3-0 record, while the Sydney Uni Flames are you to ignite after the Melbourne Boomers came from behind to ensure they remained as the only team without a victory.
WNBL returns to free-to-air TV with SBS
Damian Arsenis
11th Sep, 2018
One of the best women's basketball leagues in the world will return to free to air television in 2018/19, with the WNBL set to be broadcast live on SBS.
Brisbane earmarked for next WNBL expansion team
Lachy France
7th Sep, 2018
It may have been something of a poisoned chalice in recent years, but Basketball Australia is once again looking to give South East Queensland an opportunity to gain a foothold in the WNBL with the announcement of a tender process for a licence to operate a club based in Brisbane by the 2020/21 season.
Bishop and Hurst: Veteran stars shining for Sunshine Coast Phoenix
Rowan Anderson
27th May, 2018
Abby Bishop and Nat Hurst are two elite athletes and stars of Australian women’s hoops that have linked up once again after playing and succeeding together in the WNBL for the Canberra Capitals. They both share their ability and success on the court, but their beginnings in the sport are very different.
Stacey Barr aiming for WNBL return
Damian Arsenis
19th May, 2018
WNBL teams would be wise to check in on Barr this SEABL season, with the explosive guard averaging an impressive 22.4 points, 6.6 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game in the SEABL with Frankston.
All paths lead home for Mikhaela Donnelly
Rowan Anderson
9th May, 2018
Every sport has players who embody the importance of team play, along with the need for family beliefs within a team. Mikhaela Donnelly is everything a coach looks for - passionate, aggressive on the court, loyal, competitive and a leader.
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