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WNBA teams have until the end of today to finalize their rosters, which means there could still be a few surprises before opening night.
What to Know About Women’s Basketball Today
1. Skechers Signs League Partnership With the WNBA 👟
Skechers has signed a multiyear deal with the WNBA and will become an official league partner ahead of the league’s 30th season. The brand is launching the partnership alongside WNBA players Kiki Iriafen, Rickea Jackson, and Jackie Young, who all have shoe deals with Skechers. (Women’s Wear Daily)
WHY IT MATTERS: This is another big company investing in women’s basketball. Skechers said the partnership is part of its long-term support for the players helping grow the game, and the brand will now appear across WNBA platforms. Nike will still provide the league’s uniforms and apparel, but Iriafen, Jackson, and Young will wear Skechers shoes on the court. It’s always a great sign when more major brands want to invest in the WNBA’s growth.
🗳️ It feels like more major brands want in on the WNBA right now. Do you think that trend will keep growing over the next few years?
2. Drafted by the WNBA, Headed to Kentucky 🤔
Ajša Sivka was selected No. 10 overall by the Chicago Sky in the 2025 WNBA Draft, but she’s now headed to the University of Kentucky instead. Because Sivka never signed with Chicago or played in the WNBA, she still has college eligibility left. The Sky will keep her WNBA rights for the future. (Yahoo Sports)
WHY IT MATTERS: This is an unusual situation. American players lose their college eligibility once they declare for the WNBA Draft, but international players follow different rules. If they don’t sign a pro contract, they can still play in college. We haven’t seen this happen in the women’s game before, but with more international players interested in the NCAA, this move could set a new precedent.
3. Dallas Wings Could Move 2027 Games to AAC 🏟️
Dallas Wings head coach Jose Fernandez said the team plans to play its 2027 home games at American Airlines Center (AAC), though the deal is still being finalized. The Wings are expected to spend most of this 2026 season at the 7,000-seat College Park Center in Arlington before moving into a renovated, and slightly larger capacity, Dallas Memorial Auditorium in 2028. (Front Office Sports)
WHY IT MATTERS: If this happens, it would be a big step for the Wings. Dallas suddenly has one of the league’s most exciting rosters with Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd, and Arike Ogunbowale, and a bigger arena makes sense for the growing interest around the team. AAC seats about 20,000 fans and is already home to the Dallas Mavericks. The Wings will also host three games there in 2026 against Chicago, Indiana, and Golden State. After a string of constructions delays on their facilities, this could be a temporary win for the team.
📫 A Gift That Keeps Showing Up
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The Post-Up Club is a monthly women’s basketball snail mail experience filled with thoughtful writing and fun paper extras for fans of the game. It’s a slower, more personal way to stay connected to women’s basketball throughout the season.
A pretty great Mother’s Day gift for the basketball fan in your life.
OVERTIME ⏱️
Next Stop: After announcing her retirement on Tuesday, Tina Charles will be eligible for the Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2028.
Not Done Yet: Hailey Van Lith is joining the Connecticut Sun after being claimed on waivers.
What Is?: A WNBA category popped up on Jeopardy this week, for a fun mainstream moment for the league. Can you get them all right?
