The Perceived Vilifying of Black Players

The Connecticut Sun are shining bright, and all their hard work on defense is paying off. Samantha gives a huge nod to Briann January for bringing her defensive skills as a player to her new job as an Assistant Coach. Meanwhile, in the wake of Candace Parker’s indefinite absence, the Las Vegas has signed some new talent that has everyone excited, Joslyn included. The tide quickly shifts as Samantha and Joslyn have a bone to pick, and they aren’t sure if they’re more upset with mainstream media, so-called fans, the league, or individual teams, but they are OVER Black women being villainized in the league so they talk about it head on. Skylar Diggins-Smith and Chennedy Carter are two of the hardest working players of today and have never strayed away from speaking their truth. It’s about time they got the respect they deserve. Listen up! The ladies have spoken! Lastly, Samantha and Joslyn’s breakout stars have become X-factors for their respective teams, and Joslyn and Samantha share why. Be sure to join us on our Instagram page @beyondthebleachers_ and follow (especially if you love giveaways!), like, comment, or DM us! We would love to hear your thoughts! P.S.-If you're in New York City any time through August 20th, Samantha highly recommends you check out Flex at Lincoln Center Theater! This all-Black female cast tells the story of five high school basketball players with big dreams of making it out of rural Arkansas and into the WNBA. First, they have to be willing to get out of their own way as they juggle the pressures of being young, Black, and female in their small town.