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News Articles: WNBA

After the WNBA announcement of the postponed games for the evening, the Washington Mystics each wear white T-shirts with seven bullets on the back protesting the shooting of Jacob Blake by Kenosha, Wisconsin police at Feld Entertainment Center on August 26, 2020 in Palmetto, Florida.

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  • Race

How Black Women Athletes Paved The Way For The NBA Strike

The wildcat strike was unprecedented for the NBA — but the world of professional basketball is no stranger to protesting for Black lives.

September 04, 2020
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By:
  • Alyssa Jeong Perry
Members of the Phoenix Mercury, left, and Los Angeles Sparks stand for a moment of silence in honor of Breonna Taylor before a WNBA basketball game, Saturday, July 25, 2020.

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  • Politics

WNBA Players Urge People To Vote Against Team Owner, Senator

Sen. Kelly Loeffler and the WNBA fight heat up after players wore jerseys endorsing Rev. Raphael Warnock, a Democrat challenging Loeffler in the November special election.

August 05, 2020
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By:
  • Associated Press and
  • La'Raven Taylor
Rep. Doug Collins, R-Ga., speaks during a House Judiciary Committee markup of the Justice in Policing Act of 2020 on Capitol Hill last month.

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  • National

Ga. Congressman Calls For Investigation Of Black DA Handling Rayshard Brooks Case

Rep. Doug Collins, R-Ga., wants Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard investigated for "egregious abuse of power." Collins is running for a U.S. Senate seat in the fall.

July 09, 2020
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By:
  • Brakkton Booker
GPB News NPR

Message to GA Senator Kelly Loeffler From Female Sports Stars: 'Sell Team Today'

Fans of women's sports are learning female players can hit just as hard with words as they do with their athletic pursuits. The latest target is Sen....

July 08, 2020
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By:
  • Donna Lowry
The WNBA announced it launched a Social Justice Council with a mission of raising awareness on issues concerning race, voting rights and LGBTQ+ advocacy.

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  • Politics

WNBA Dedicates 2020 Season To Social Justice Initiatives. Senator Says She's Opposed

U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler, a co-owner of the Atlanta Dream, wrote a letter to the WNBA saying she was "incredibly disappointed" that the league would align itself with the Black Lives Matter movement.

July 07, 2020
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By:
  • Brakkton Booker
Atlanta Dream forward Monique Billings (25) blocks a shot against the New York Liberty during a game in the 2019 regular season.

New WNBA Deal Represents A Large Step For Female Athletes

2020 is set to be a ground-breaking year for the WNBA. Earlier this month, the league announced some big changes in a new collective bargaining agreement.

January 27, 2020
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By:
  • Leah Fleming and
  • Taylor Gantt
Atlanta Dream head coach Nicki Collen, left, watches during the first half of Game 3 of a WNBA semifinals basketball playoff game against the Washington Mystics, Friday, Aug. 31, 2018, in Washington.

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  • Sports

Atlanta Dream Head Coach Shares Journey From Childhood Games To Championship Hopes

Atlanta's professional women's basketball team, the Atlanta Dream, is preparing for the upcoming season. It had a successful run last year and made it...

May 21, 2019
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott ,
  • La'Raven Taylor ,
  • and 1 more

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  • News

On Second Thought For Tuesday, May 21, 2019

Atlanta's professional women's basketball team, the Atlanta Dream, is preparing for the upcoming season. It had a successful run last year and made it...

May 21, 2019
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott ,
  • Leighton Rowell ,
  • and 3 more
Atlanta Dream head coach Nicki Collen, left, watches during the first half of Game 3 of a WNBA semifinals basketball playoff game against the Washington Mystics, Friday, Aug. 31, 2018, in Washington.

Atlanta Dream Head Coach Nicki Collen Shares Journey From Childhood Games to Championship Hopes

Atlanta's professional women's basketball team, the Atlanta Dream, is preparing for the upcoming season. It had a successful run last year and made it...

January 17, 2019
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott ,
  • La'Raven Taylor ,
  • and 1 more
Atlanta Dream head coach Nicki Collen

Meet The Head Coach Of The WNBA's Atlanta Dream

Atlanta’s professional womens basketball team, the Atlanta Dream, is competing to return to the WNBA Playoffs after missing the postseason last year.

June 27, 2018
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By:
  • Leah Fleming and
  • Taylor Gantt

Atlanta Dream Clinging To Playoff Spot

The WNBA’s Atlanta Dream has had a surprising season. The team lost to the New York Liberty on Friday, for its sixth straight loss, and the team is...

August 15, 2017
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By:
  • Celeste Headlee and
  • Sean Powers

MIND/GAME: Chamique Holdsclaw's Battle With Mental Health

Chamique Holdsclaw was once poised to be the breakout star of the WNBA in the early 2000s. But her career was cut short when her battle with mental...

July 21, 2016
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By:
  • Adam Ragusea and
  • Taylor Gantt
GPB News NPR

On Second Thought For Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Although 2015 was a fantastic year for women’s athletics, one of the oldest women’s professional sports leagues is struggling to stay relevant. The WNBA...

May 18, 2016
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By:
  • Celeste Headlee

New WNBA President Hopes To Reshape Women's Basketball

Although 2015 was a fantastic year for women’s athletics, one of the oldest women’s professional sports leagues is struggling to stay relevant. The WNBA...

May 18, 2016
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By:
  • Celeste Headlee and
  • Taylor Gantt

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