The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & NCAA Women’s Basketball

The Los Angeles Sparks announced they will honor Hall of Famer Lisa Leslie with a statue outside Crypto Arena. We give our thoughts, the on-court action from last night, and more with Brittany Carper and Marisa Ingemi. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Portland Fire got their first win in theatrical fashion, Olivia Miles is shining early for the Minnesota Lynx, the Phoenix Mercury has some international flavor, and more with Helen Williams and Richard Cohen.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The opening weekend of the WNBA has come and gone. Christy Winters Scott and Jamie Steyer Johnson are here to discuss all of the hot topics from the first games to tip off the 30th anniversary season, and more. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the opening day of the 30th WNBA season, Brittany Carper and Richard Cohen are here to break down the outlook of each team, and more! HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comTo donate to 24 Hours of Nothing But Net with Debbie Antonelli: https://24HoursNBN.comWatch LIVE on Facebook and YouTube by searching username: @NBNwithDA.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As we embark on the 30th season of the WNBA, Christy Winters Scott and Helen Williams decided to take a shot at picking some of the top players in league history, teams to watch, and more. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Chicago Sky had social media buzzing by waiving Hailey Van Lith, only to announce the signing of veteran guard Natasha Cloud minutes later. The Dallas Wings have been clicking on all cylinders during the WNBA preseason, and more with Tyler DeLuca and Brian “BMac” Mackay. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comTo donate to 24 Hours of Nothing But Net with Debbie Antonelli: https://24HoursNBN.comWatch LIVE on Facebook and YouTube by searching username: @NBNwithDA.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The WNBA’s final preseason games are in the books, and all eyes now turn to the start of the 2026 season on Friday. What impact could the “5-for-5” college basketball proposal have on the 2028 WNBA Draft? Chelsea Leite and Jamie Steyer Johnson break it all down, and more.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are headed North, in this episode, as Brian “BMac” Mackay gets Chelsea Leite’s boots-on-the-ground perspective on the inaugural preseason and training camp of the Toronto Tempo.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comTo donate to 24 Hours of Nothing But Net with Debbie Antonelli: www.24HoursNBN.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A full court press on the WNBA’s new collective bargaining agreement, the ins and the outs, how it is affecting things so far in the 2026 season, and more with Helen Williams and Richard Cohen.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Some thoughts on the WNBA preseason so far, including the defending champion Las Vegas Aces looking poised for another title run, and much more with Christy Winters Scott and Cindy Brunson.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Checking in from Golden State Valkyries training camp, thoughts on Paige Bueckers’ statement on her and Azzi Fudd’s relationship, and more with Brittany Carper and Marisa Ingemi. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Diving into the first weekend of WNBA Preseason action, who are the new faces looking to make their new places shine, and more with Richard Cohen and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A conversation about WNBA training camps, roster construction, preseason games preview, and more with the transformative trio of Brittany Carper, Chelsea Leite, and Jamie Steyer Johnson. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Taking a deep look at the young Washington Mystics, the storylines coming out of the camps of the Chicago Sky, Dallas Wings, Las Vegas Aces, Los Angeles Sparks, Minnesota Lynx, New York Liberty, and more, with Christy Winters Scott and Richard Cohen. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After giving out some flowers to start the episode, Cindy Brunson and Helen Williams chop it up about WNBA training camps, the transfer portal, and more.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Transfer Portal foundation is rocked with Audi Crooks headed to Oklahoma State, training camps open around the WNBA, and much more with Brian “BMac” Mackay and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A lesson in media relations, players’ privacy, and more, within the context of the question that was asked to Azzi Fudd about her and Paige Bueckers’ relationship. Helen Williams and Jamie Steyer Johnson get into all of that, the closing of the Women’s College Basketball Transfer Portal, and more. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The WNBA’s largest contract ever has been awarded to A’ja Wilson, while several high-quality free agents remain available across the league. The EuroLeague Final Six has reached the semifinal stage in Zaragoza, Spain. Brittany Carper, Richard Cohen, and “Bear” the puppy are here to break it all down.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Now that the WNBA Draft is in the rearview mirror, what is the outlook for the Washington Mystics and the Golden State Valkyries, and more with Christy Winters Scott and Marisa Ingemi, and their feline friends. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reviewing maybe the most unpredictable Drafts in WNBA history, Chelsea Leite and Tyler DeLuca are here with all of their hot takes on Azzi Fudd reuniting with Paige Bueckers in Dallas, Lauren Betts dropping to Washington, Flau’jae Johnson traded from Golden State to Seattle, the correct pronunciation of Toronto, and more!HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Free Agency is running wild in the WNBA, with news breaking minute by minute. Brittany Carper and Jamie Steyer Johnson take a look at some of the biggest signings, trades, and more. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a few tales from their time at the 2026 Women’s Final Four, Helen Wiliams and Brian “BMac” Mackay discuss a few of the top names in the Transfer Portal and prognosticate on where they might be a good fit, and more. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With balloon-gate being the only true WNBA Free Agency news, Brittany Carper and Tyler DeLuca talk about what potential moves could mean, the Transfer Portal news is already sizzling, and more. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have a full WNBA episode. A blockbuster trade, core qualifying offers being made, and a draft upcoming, Chelsea Leite and Richard Cohen are here to discuss it all. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For the first time in the NCAA era, UCLA is your national champion. The Bruins cap a historic season with a dominant showing in the national championship game in Phoenix. Megan Gauer and Rob Joyce take you through Final Four weekend, hit on the coaching carousel that ramped up on Saturday and key in on some of the key names to hit the (now open) transfer portal. Then, against his better judgment, Rob turns back the clock to the first episode of the season, to see where he was right... and where he was very, very wrong in his predictions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The UCLA Bruins are your 2026 Women’s Basketball National Champions. Megan Gauer and Jamie Steyer Johnson are back to break down UCLA’s triumph over the South Carolina Gamecocks. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have our National Championship game! UCLA will take on South Carolina in what is sure to be an instant classic. Cindy Brunson and Helen Williams have you covered in this preview.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

South Carolina takes down a previously unbeaten UConn, UCLA outlasts Texas, and our Sunday showdown is set. Megan Gauer and Jamie Steyer Johnson take you through the ins, the outs, and everything in between in Friday night’s Final Four. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What are they looking forward to at the 2026 Final Four? What will the coaches do or say to keep their teams focused and locked in? What is up with the title of this episode? All of that and more with Cindy Brunson and Helen Williams.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the 2026 WNBA Expansion Draft set for Friday night, we put together a mock draft featuring Chelsea Leite representing the Toronto Tempo, Sean Highkin handling the Portland Fire duties, and Richard Cohen serving as GM for all remaining teams, unofficially acting as the czar of Expansion Draft rules.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For 95% of the year there were four elite teams, and here they are in Phoenix. Megan Gauer and Rob Joyce recap everything from regional weekend - the games, putting bows on teams whose seasons came to an end, the rims, the two-host setup - quickly hit on some portal/coaching stuff, then preview what is shaping up to be a Final Four for the ages with UConn vs. South Carolina and UCLA vs. Texas on Friday night.(Times are estimates based on podcast player ads)3:40 - Sacramento 4 recap21:42 - Fort Worth 3 recap35:39 - Fort Worth 1 recap54:50 - Sacramento 2 recap1:09:57 - Final Four previewSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping some of the weekend’s biggest moments from the Fort Worth and Sacramento Regionals, and more with Brittany Carper and Jamie Steyer Johnson. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping the Sweet 16 while enjoying Terry Black’s BBQ live from Fort Worth, Megan Gauer and Dano Mataya break down Hannah Hidalgo’s elite performance, UConn’s steady dominance, and how Michigan and Texas are firing on all cylinders, and more!HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have a date for the 2026 WNBA Expansion Draft, that is. Chelsea Leite and Jamie Steyer Johnson dive into all of the particulars and what it means for the Portland Fire, Toronto Tempo, and the rest of the W. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are rematches o’ plenty in this year’s Sweet 16. Coach Helen Williams and Marisa Ingemi break them all down, take a look at a few of the other marquee matchups, and more, in this episode. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Deep discussions on a few of the storylines coming out of the Round of 32 with Christy Winters Scott and Cindy Brunson. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Everything you need to know about the opening weekend of the tournament! Rob Joyce & Megan Gauer recap all 16 host sites, and preview regional weekend in Fort Worth and Sacramento. And while the try to find a path for a 1-seed to get upset in the Sweet 16, it seems... arduous.00:00 intro04:10 Sacramento 4 recap25:20 Fort Worth 3 recap37:58 Fort Worth 1 recap51:47 Sacramento 2 recap1:07:16 Sacramento 4 preview1:11:58 Fort Worth 3 preview1:17:04 Sacramento 2 preview1:21:13 Fort Worth 1 previewSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Barn was rocking during the Minnesota vs Ole Miss classic, Jazzy Davidson comes up huge in USC’s overtime win over Clemson, previewing Monday’s closing out of the Round of 32, and taking a look at some of the Seniors’ legacies with Brittany Carper and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A few first and second round games and players to watch in each region, a little game of ‘upset city’, and more with Brittany Carper and Brian “BMac” Mackay. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Some additional thoughts on yesterday’s announcement on the CBA deal between the WNBA and the WNBPA, breaking down the Mid-Majors possibilities in this year’s NCAA Tournament, and more with Cindy Brunson and Helen Williams. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The WNBA and WNBPA agreed on a new CBA, FIBA World Cup Qualifiers came to a close, and more with Chelsea Leite, Richard Cohen, and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your one-stop shop for all things NCAA 1st and 2nd Rounds! Megan Gauer - who went 68-for-68 in her bracketology, it should be pointed out - and Rob Joyce run through every host site for the first two rounds. Potential upsets, names to know, potential speed bumps for the top seeds, even clarifications about bracketing rules... they've got it all. And they end with some Final Four predictions (hint: your Final Four should be chalky).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With an outside shot at the overall No. 1 seed entering the reveal, UCLA landed in a challenging Sacramento region, where potential matchups with LSU and Duke could await. Jamie Steyer Johnson and Marisa Ingemi break down the Bruins’ tournament outlook, and more.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are still autobids to be won at the low- and mid-major levels, but for the power conference teams the resumes are in... is your team's good enough? Megan Gauer and Rob Joyce break down Megan's (mostly) finalized bracketology, get into the overall #1 seed, those final few hosting spots, and those precious final four spots in the field of 68, with every bubble team in full-blown Tiger regalia watching this weekend's Ivy League tournamentSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breaking down Team USA’s opening game of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers vs Senegal, Caitlin Clark made her long-awaited return from injury, Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese, and Kiki Iriafen made their debuts for the Senior National Team, and more with Jamie Steyer Johnson and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our own Helen Williams sits down with Emma Baccellieri, one-half of the team that wrote the book, “Court Queens,” a celebration of the players, teams, and history of Women’s Basketball. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breaking down the four qualifying tournaments that will make up the 2026 World Cup field with Chelsea Leite and Richard Cohen. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is UCLA national championship-ready? How about the Longhorns’ showing in the SEC title game? Country roads, take it home, to a place the trophy belongs, West Virginia wins the Big 12, the ACC had legacy, overtime, and a classic finish in their championship, and more with Brittany Carper and Cindy Brunson. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping Thursday’s action, previewing what lies ahead. What to make of the impacts on the Bubble, Top seed lines, mid-majors, and more with Megan Gauer and the Podcast Hall of Fame-worthy injury replacement, Brian “BMac” Mackay. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping and reliving this past Athletes Unlimited season, and playing a game where each of them picks a team that could make a run in the ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, and SEC Conference Tournaments. All of that and more with Cindy Brunson and Brian “BMac” Mackay.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.