6 Results for big 12

Here's to hoping Parker stays put for the long haul

Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.com

Ten years ago, Pat Summitt helped Peyton Manning decide whether to return to Tennessee for his final year of eligibility. With rumors flying that Candace Parker might leave early, this expert hopes Summitt can be as convincing again.

Story | Conversation | January 08, 2007

Time to laugh with (but not at) Sparks coach Bryant

Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.com

With the league's history, it's easy to question if Joe Bryant is the right person to lead the Sparks. But the coach needed one phone conversation to convince Mechelle Voepel to give him a chance.

Story | Conversation | April 20, 2006

What a difference a decade makes

Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.com

Women's hoops has come a long way since '92. Dawn Staley, Lisa Leslie and Sheryl Swoopes have been there from the start.

Story | Conversation | July 15, 2004

East feels a Fever coming on

Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.com

As the season winds down, Indiana hopes to break free of the East logjam behind Detroit.

Story | Conversation | August 02, 2003

Team USA gets infusion of new blood

Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.com

Shannon Johnson is "geeked" to represent her country in the World Championships. And that's good to hear after the men's recent medal-less effort.

Story | Conversation | September 13, 2002

Draft carries cloud of uncertainty

Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.com

One fascinating thing about the WNBA Draft is how uncertain players are about where they're going.

Story | Conversation | April 18, 2002