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Sheila Simon knows the power of athletics in building strong women leaders. With the help of the Chicago Sky, the Illinois lieutenant governor is looking to inspire a new generation of leaders.

Sky rookie Courtney Vandersloot reflects on her first season in the WNBA and looks ahead to a summer abroad.

Two WNBA coaches were shown the door this weekend after their team's dismal start to the season. Now the long climb to playoff contention begins for the Sparks and Shock.

For football lovers like me, this weekend's NFL divisional playoff games can't come fast enough. But while we wait it out, counting down the hours, at least there are some good Big Ten hoops battles to help pass the time.

Playoffs? PLAYOFFS?? Everyone's talking about the start of the NFL playoffs, but if your team failed to qualify and you just can't bear to watch, there's plenty more on the docket to keep you busy all weekend.

All eyes on Peyton Manning as he looks to keep his team in the playoff hunt, while two nationally ranked women's hoops teams meet for an interstate showdown. Football and basketball make up today's What We're Watching.