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Yahoo
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tempo hilariously calls on WNBA teams for mascot tips ahead of 2026 debut
The post Tempo hilariously calls on WNBA teams for mascot tips ahead of 2026 debut appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Toronto Tempo are blossoming into a new WNBA team as they approach their debut season in 2026. As they sort out logistics, the Tempo team is seeking the advice of other teams on how they do things, particularly regarding mascots. Advertisement On Thursday, the Tempo engaged with eventual competitors about ideas for mascots on their X page. They contacted all the WNBA teams to gather their input on how to create the best mascot. On one post, the Tempo asked for counsel on dancing from the Indiana Fever's mascot, Freddy Fever. 'Hello @FreddyFever We see the dances. We see the vibe. Can you let us know how we can bring something like that to Toronto?' In another post, they sought advice from the New York Liberty's mascot, Ellie the Elephant, on how to create the greatest mascot of all time. 'Hey DIVA @BigEllieLiberty any advice you can give us for having a GOAT mascot?'. Then, the Tempo reached out to Sparky from the Los Angeles Sparks to ask about sampling their mascot's athletic abilities. Advertisement 'We didn't forget about our pal Sparky @LASparks! Can you please ask him for us what it takes to be a top-tier mascot? We've seen the athleticism; we are impressed and taking notes.' The Tempo mascot has a template to follow. Out of all the mascots, it is Ellie the Elephant that is considered the most popular in the WNBA. At Liberty games, she gets the fans involved through elaborate dance performances. Additionally, Ellie has gone viral on multiple occasions for her energy. As a result, there is at least one example for the Tempo to follow. While the mascot is yet to be determined, there is much anticipation about the WNBA in Toronto. After all, the Tempo has Serena Williams as an investor. The idea of a WNBA team in Toronto first came to fruition after the Chicago Sky and Minnesota Lynx played an exhibition there in May 2023. Advertisement The buzz surrounding the game was palpable, culminating in a sold-out crowd of 19,800 at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena. Related: Coco Gauff reveals hopes for WNBA expansion team in this city Related: Coco Gauff's 'insane' reaction to frenzied ovation at Liberty-Sky game
National Post
11-06-2025
- Sport
- National Post
WNBA star fires back at fan who criticized injury rehab: 'Red carpets and schmoozing'
Suffering a torn ACL requires one of the longest recovery periods that a sports star can go through, often seeing athletes sidelined for a year or more. Article content But one WNBA fan hit out at L.A. Sparks star Cameron Brink for her priorities during the rehab process from the devastating injury, suggesting that the sophomore has been making few too many extracurricular appearances. Article content Article content Article content 'She should've been back on the court now and something tells me that if she put as much work into rehab as she puts into walking down red carpets and schmoozing, she'd be back by now,' the fan wrote, which Brink later shared on her Instagram Story. Article content The commenter also pointed out that Brink made several 'public appearances with no brace, crutches or anything.' Article content Article content The comment elicited a fiery response from Brink, who said the commenter was not 'a real fan.' Article content 'I'm working INCREDIBLY hard every day,' Brink wrote. 'I would give anything to be out on the court right now. Basketball is my passion and everything to me… to say this you aren't a real fan. Article content 'Thank you to those who understand ACLs can take a year & giving me grace. I cannot wait until I get to play again.' Article content View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cam (@cameronbrink22) Article content
NBC Sports
10-06-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
How to watch LA Sparks vs Las Vegas Aces: TV/stream info, preview, tip off time
The Commissioner's Cup continues this week with an LA Sparks vs Las Vegas Aces showdown this Wednesday, June 11, at 10 PM ET. The last time these two teams went head-to-head was on May 30, when the Aces won 96-81. The Sparks lost 89-81 to the Golden State Valkyries in overtime on Monday night. Kelsey Plum scored a team-high 24 points and dished out 7 assists, reaching a milestone of 1,000 career assists in the fourth quarter. Dearica Hamby was named the Sparks' Player of the Game, finishing with 20 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists. Los Angeles has just one win in the last five games. The Aces are also coming off a loss to the Valkyries, falling 95-68 on Saturday. It was the team's second loss by at least 20 points this season, following a 102-82 to the Seattle Storm on May 25. Head coach Becky Hammon was frustrated by the team's lack of effort. 'I told them effort has to come from your heart. The schemes, the discipline, the habits -- that's your head, " said Hammon after the game. 'Right now, we not only have a heart issue, but it's [becoming] a head issue. I'm not going to coach effort. It's one thing I can't deal with. You are in charge of your effort.' A'ja Wilson, last year's MVP, finished with 17 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists. 'We've got to do a better job as a team, understanding what teams want to take away from us,' said Wilson. 'Everyone knows how talented we are, so we have to pick it apart.' Natalie Esquire, How to watch LA Sparks vs Las Vegas Aces: When: Wednesday, June 11 Where: Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, NV Time: 10 PM ET TV Channel: CBS Sports Network Live Stream: YouTube TV Jackie Powell, How can I watch WNBA games? Over 175 regular season WNBA games will be available across the following networks and streaming platforms: ABC, ESPN, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ION, NBA TV, Prime Video, WNBA League Pass. Click here for the full 2025 WNBA Season Schedule. 2025 WNBA Season Key Dates: June 1-17: Commissioner's Cup Tournament July 1: Commissioner's Cup Championship July 17-21: WNBA All-Star Break July 19: WNBA All-Star Game September 11: Regular Season Ends September 14: Playoffs Begin October 17: Last Possible Finals Date RELATED: WNBA Preview - Lynx try to stay undefeated, Caitlin Clark nears return from quad injury
USA Today
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Cameron Brink's Wheel of Fortune appearance included surprise injury update
Cameron Brink's Wheel of Fortune appearance included surprise injury update Show Caption Hide Caption Cameron Brink on Wheel of Fortune LA Sparks center Cameron Brink talks about her knee injury and WNBA stardom on an upcoming episode of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune. Los Angeles center Cameron Brink was an absolute delight during a recent appearance on Celebrity Wheel of Fortune. Brink, who is in her sophomore season in the WNBA, showed off her game show chops during the long-time game show, and she was fantastic. She brought her megawatt smile, her wit, and her charm to the stage. The former Stanford Cardinal also revealed something that not many people know in this new clip. MORE CAMERON BRINK: Watch Cameron Brink and Kevin Durant link up for postgame snap During her awful injury in June of 2024, when she tore the ACL ligament in her left knee, she also had more extensive damage. "I was a the Mohegan Sun in Connecticut ― a casino, very lucky," she told host Pat Sajak. "Tore my ACL, tore my meniscus as well, but it's all surgically repaired now. So, I'm good. It's just going to take me a couple months to be back." While that news may seem shocking (it was previously unreported), Brink seemed to be in good spirits and even rattled off a joke when Sajak asked about being drafted at No. 2 overall. "Yep. Second. Who knows how? Oh my gosh," Brink said, chuckling. It's unclear when Brink will return to the court as she continues to rehab her knee, but she's taking it all in stride. Never change, Cameron Brink. Never change.
USA Today
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Cameron Brink on Wheel of Fortune
Cameron Brink on Wheel of Fortune LA Sparks center Cameron Brink talks about her knee injury and WNBA stardom on an upcoming episode of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune.
