WNBPA DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS TERRI JACKSON’S STATEMENT ON THE WITHDRAWAL OF WNBA FINES NEW YORK, NY-“We are pleased that the WNBA has made the decision to rescind the fines the league handed down to the players on the Fever, Liberty and Mercury. We look forward to engaging in constructive dialogue with the league to ensure …
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JUNE 28, 2016 NEW YORK, NY-Women’s National Basketball Players Association Director of Operations Terri Carmichael Jackson released the following statement on the passing of Hall of Fame Coach Pat Summitt: “We are deeply saddened by the passing of Pat Summitt. Pat will not only be remembered as one of the greatest coaches …
The Women’s National Basketball Players Association Executive Committee announced today that Terri Carmichael Jackson has been named Director of Operations. In her new role, Jackson will be responsible for WNBPA board relations, executive leadership and management, financial governance, and stakeholder outreach. “We are excited to welcome Terri to the WNBPA team,” said Executive Committee President …
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NEW YORK, NY – Women’s National Basketball Players Association Director of Operations Terri Jackson announced the results of all five of its Executive Committee positions of leadership. Nnemkadi Ogwumike was elected President, Layshia Clarendon elected as First Vice President, Monique Currie and Chiney Ogwumike, to the offices of Vice President; and Monica Wright as Secretary-Treasurer. …
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WNBPA.com recently sat down with professional basketball player Lindsey Harding, a pioneer who’s making basketball history by breaking into NBA coaching. Find out more about her recent coaching experience, her coaching mentors, the impact she’s had thus far and what’s ahead for the eight-year WNBA vet: Q: The NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, where …
As 6-time WNBA All-Star Becky Hammon continues to make basketball history – most recently by becoming the first woman to coach a team in the NBA Summer League – she’s also blazing a trail for other WNBA vets seeking an opportunity to lead from the sidelines. And this year’s NBA Summer League in Las Vegas …
There has been some speculation, which I wish to put to rest, as to whether the WNBPA plans to appeal the seven game suspensions issued by the WNBA to Brittney Griner and Glory Johnson as the result of a domestic incident that took place at their home in Goodyear, Arizona on April 22, 2015. There …
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“The WNBPA and its members are aware of the 2007 verdict reached by a federal jury, after trial, that involved actions by Mr. Thomas and Mr. Dolan, and which found there to be a hostile work environment for women at Madison Square Garden (MSG). WNBA players are aware that they have an impact both on …
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In this edition, find out what New York Liberty forward/guard Essence Carson is all about off the court: Favorite Musical Artist(s): Lauryn Hill & Mariah Carey First Job: Church Organist/ Pianist Must-See TV Show: Scandal Favorite Holiday: Christmas Place I’d Like To Visit: Madrid Pre-Game Ritual: Drink A Half Cup of Mountain Dew My Friends …
Well, folks, she’s done it again! WNBA rookie guard Shoni Schimmel of the Atlanta Dream dominated the SportsBlog.com May Pro Leaderboard and took home first prize for the most readers. That makes two consecutive months of coming out on top. Schimmel is taking fans along with her on her WNBA rookie year ride and blogging …