The WNBA is thriving, so what can the WNBL learn from it?
Fuelled by the next gen star power, the WNBA is experiencing record breaking success, so what can the WNBL learn from it ahead of its new era? Code Sports investigates.
Womens Basketball
The ‘out-of-the-blue’ phone call that changed new Opal’s life
On her way to practice with her second-tier team, one phone call would change Alex Fowler’s life for good. Three months later, she’s part of a new-look Opals Asia Cup squad that is eyeing history.
The new Aussie back-court duo taking on America’s capital
Jade Melbourne has settled into pro ball, Georgia Amoore has conquered college, and they’ve reunited in America’s capital. Code Sports checked in on Amoore’s ACL status, taking on the political state, and wind it back to the mischief caused at the AIS.
Venom strike on experience WNBL forward
Geelong Venom has unveiled its second signing ahead of this summer’s WNBL season, days after the franchise announced its new name change.
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‘Messed with my mind’: WNBL talent lifts lid on injury nightmare
A devastating injury wiped out Taylor Mole’s first WNBL season in Geelong. The forward opens up on her 10-month journey back to the basketball court, and the NBL1 ‘grudge match’ awaiting United.
Gym then labour: WNBL star pens return six weeks post child birth
Lauren Nicholson was at the gym six weeks ago when she went into labour. Now the WNBL champion has penned her return to the court in what could be the quickest comeback ever.
WNBA investigation launched after fiery Clark-Reese season opener
It may be the opening weekend but the WNBA has launched an investigation into allegations of ‘hateful’ fan comments during the Indiana Fever’s season-opening clash with the Chicago Sky.
Revealed: How much do Australia’s WNBA stars make?
The WNBA tips off this weekend with a host of Aussies in action. But how much do they get paid to play in the biggest basketball league in the world? Every Aussie’s WNBA contract.
WNBL losing SA team would be like ‘no Crows or Power’
Imagine the AFL without the Adelaide Crows or Port Adelaide. Losing the women’s basketball team would be the equivalent for South Australia, says the Adelaide 36ers captain.
‘Wait and see’ on Lightning future for Opals’ SA sporting royalty
She’s fast becoming the most decorated member of SA’s famed Borlase family but will this hometown Opals hero wear another jersey in WNBL26? Isobel Borlase opens up on her plans to make the leap to the WNBA.
Townsville basketball star opens up on ‘very special’ Opals debut
Three of the Townsville Fire’s brightest stars made their Opals debut this week in an 88-70 triumph over New Zealand. Find out more about the “unusual” chain of events that led to the moment.
Life-changing surgery inspires Aussie star after career of pain
After fighting through pain for most of her career, Sara Blicavs was left mentally wrecked and was ready to call it a day. But now, after a year like no other, she’s set for a pain free return to the national team.
Government called in to save historic WNBL team
All Adelaide Lightning players have been released from their contracts as the prospect of a WNBL season without a South Australian club reaches the state’s highest level of government.
Rising Aussie WNBA star suffers horror season-ending injury
Just two weeks being drafted into the WNBA, young Australian Georgia Amoore’s dream has turned into a nightmare with a shocking training injury.
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