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Relocation has reason to succeed
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comWith an established base of women's college fans, a proven coach in Nolan Richardson and the fan-friendly ways of the WNBA, Detroit's move to Tulsa has every reason to succeed.
Story | Conversation | October 26, 2009Disappointment meets pragmatism
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comIt's sad and disappointing to say goodbye to a WNBA city that has produced a three-time champion. But the Shock's relocation to Tulsa reminds us that the WNBA is a business.
Story | Conversation | October 19, 2009President Orender to remain with WNBA
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comIt's no secret Donna Orender has been considering going back to her golf roots as a candidate to become commissioner of the LPGA Tour. But on Sunday, the WNBA president of nearly five years has decided to stay put.
Story | Conversation | October 04, 2009Laimbeer ready to make jump to NBA
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comIn seven seasons as a WNBA coach, Bill Laimbeer became so much more than a "Bad Boy." And everything he accomplished in Detroit helped prepare him to start a coaching career in the NBA.
Story | Conversation | August 13, 2009No. 1 overall pick still a mystery
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comThe college season has come to an end. And for seniors, it means shifting attention toward Thursday's WNBA draft and who might go first overall.
Story | Conversation | April 08, 2009"Bad Girls" mind-set, Pierson and Parker a volatile mix
Mechelle Voepel, ESPN.comThe fact that Detroit and Plenette Pierson were involved in Tuesday's WNBA scuffle came as anything but a shock. But the whole thing might not have happened if not for the personalities involved, from Bill Laimbeer's "Bad Girls" to, yes, even Candace Parker.
Story | Conversation | July 23, 2008Plenty of work to do, but new owner seems a good start
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comThe WNBA is going out on a limb with expansion. But J. Ronald Terwilliger, owner of Atlanta's new WNBA team for the 2008 season, seems to believe in the product -- a must for an independently owned franchise.
Story | Conversation | October 17, 2007Here's to hoping Parker stays put for the long haul
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comTen 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, 2007A rational ratio?
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comShould we be concerned that of 14 head coaching positions in the WNBA, 11 are filled by men? Is that a problem? Does the 11-3 ratio matter? Of course.
Story | Conversation | May 31, 2006Women coaches given many early opportunities
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comWomen have gotten a good amount of head-coaching opportunities in the WNBA. But in recent years, the league has tilted strongly toward hiring NBA-affiliated men with little or no background in women's hoops.
Story | Conversation | May 31, 2006Teams need to improve hiring practices
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comEx-NBA players can make fine WNBA coaches -- so long as they're competent at their jobs, writes Mechelle Voepel.
Story | Conversation | August 19, 2005A most Val-uable president
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comSure, the WNBA had David Stern's backing. But Val Ackerman's commitment was just as crucial.
Story | Conversation | October 22, 2004What a difference a decade makes
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comWomen'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, 2004Edwards makes hope, optimism easier
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comTeresa Edwards is a great player, a visionary full of hope. Enjoy watching her while she's still on the court.
Story | Conversation | June 21, 2004Taking stock at the midway point
Mechelle Voepel, Special to ESPN.comThe All-Star break is always the time to take stock of what has happened so far in a season.
Story | Conversation | July 11, 2003EDITOR'S PICKS
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