Bleav in Sparks

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. The first episode aired 8-28-2019 and we're saying goodbye on episode 150. Each week, it's been a joy to share amazing stories with you and I look forward to sharing more both in and outside of the WNBA. I'm no longer hosting Bleav in Sparks as of today, and I am starting a new show, right here on the Bleav Podcast Network. Same great sponsors, same great network...all new show. Join me soon on Unguarded with Stacy Paetz. Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting this network and me!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. The Sparks were officially eliminated from playoff contention with Thursday's loss against the Connecticut Sun. This is the second year in a row the team has missed the playoffs and the first time they've missed back-to-back postseasons since 1997-98. Brittney Sykes and Nneka Ogwumike join the show for a debrief. Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, we have news and notes around the W, including Liz Cambage's departure from LA, the second annual Commissioner's Cup, Brittney Griner update and the ESPY's. Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. LA Sparks are the first team in WNBA history to reach 500 wins! Interim Head Coach Fred Williams, Liz Cambage, Chiney Ogwumike and Jordin Canada join us after their win over New York. Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. Interim Head Coach Fred Williams, Lexie Brown and Liz Cambage join the show after their loss at home to Las Vegas. The Sparks are now 7-11 at the midseason point. Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. Nneka Ogwumike's 21 points against Washington helped snap a three-game losing skid. We hear from Nneka, her sister Chiney, Katie Lou Samuelson and Interim Head Coach Fred Williams on this episode.  Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. Veteran guard Kristi Toliver will likely return to action for the Sparks on Sunday in Dallas, the city where she spent the last several months as assistant coach for the Mavericks.  Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. GM/Head Coach Derek Fisher, Liz Cambage and Brittney Sykes join the show after posting two straight victories. Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. GM/Head Coach Derek Fisher, Katie Lou Samuelson, Chennedy Carter and Liz Cambage address the media after snapping their five-game losing slump. Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. We update Brittney Griner's situation in Russia and hear how the NBA is getting involved from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. Phoenix Suns Head Coach Monty Williams also shares his sentiments. Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. The Sparks are now 2-1 on the season and tied with the Aces for the top spot in the West. They continue on the road to Connecticut on Saturday. Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. Part 2 of 2 of Los Angeles Sparks 2022 Media Day. We hear from Te'a Cooper, Arella Guirantes, Chennedy Carter, #9 overall pick Rae Burrell, as well as draft picks Kianna Smith and Olivia Nelson-Ododa. Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. This episode is Part 1 of 2 as the Los Angeles Sparks hosted their 2022 Media Day. We hear from GM/Head Coach Derek Fisher, Nneka Ogwumike, Jordin Canada, Jasmine Walker, Chiney Ogwumike, Liz Cambage and Brittney Sykes! Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. Lady Vols Rae Burrell is the #9 overall pick in the 2022 WNBA Draft and addresses the LA media for the first time on this episode. Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. General Manager/Head Coach Derek Fisher joins the show to talk about a successful 2022 WNBA Draft. Thank you for listening, downloading, sharing and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. The FIBA you don't know. Our guest, Lauren Ervin, played in the W and 13 years overseas. She shares her experiences with FIBA and gives advice to help athletes around the globe.  Thank you for listening, downloading and supporting Bleav in Sparks!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. It's a family journey on this episode, as we hear from WNBA Champion Lexie Brown and her Dad, former NBA player, Dee Brown.

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, we discuss how the Women's NCAA Tournament has grown and hear from South Carolina Head Coach, Dawn Staley.

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. Congressman Colin Allred (TX-32), a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, shares what he can about Brittney Griner's detention in Russia. Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, two-time WNBA Champion and LA native, Jordin Canada. We talk about her return home, her anticipated role and new teammates. Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, General Manager/Head Coach Derek Fisher introduces four-time WNBA All-Star, Liz Cambage, to the LA Sparks family. It's a dream come true for Liz and the 6'8 center is ready to be in the middle of all the action on and off the court. Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, Chennedy Carter spoke with the media for the first time since being traded to the Los Angeles Sparks from the Atlanta Dream. The former No. 4 overall pick had a tough 2021 and is prepared to make a strong rebound in the game she loves. Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, we officially welcome Katie Lou Samuelson home to SoCal and to her new team!  Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Award Winning Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode we get you up to date with moves around the W. We hear from new Sparks members Chennedy Carter and Jordin Canada! Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode we get you up to date with news and notes on free agency. We hear from Washington's Myisha Hines-Allen and Atlanta's Kia Vaughn. Also, Las Vegas Free Agent center, Liz Cambage, spoke out on Twitter against the WNBA's pay inequities.  Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode we get you up to date with news and notes on free agency. We hear from Jonquel Jones, Kiah Stokes, Sylvia Fowles, and Phoenix Mercury new Head Coach, Vanessa Nygaard.  Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. April Schilling played for Pat Summitt at Tennessee, appearing in two Final Fours. She spent her senior year at the University of California at Santa Barbara, where she led the Gauchos to the Sweet 16. She went on to play for the New York Liberty, Minnesota Lynx and Washington Mystics, before coaching both boys and girls high school basketball in Indiana, as well as a stint as an assistant at UCSB and the Indiana Fever, where she worked with current LA Sparks players Lauren Cox and Erica Wheeler. She's currently the Girls National Team Head Coach at Bella Vista College Preparatory School in Arizona and continues to develop talent at a high level.  Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, WNBA news and notes including Sue Bird's decision to return for year 19. We hear from Commissioner Cathy Engelbert on pay gaps and future expansion. Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, WNBA news and notes including huge coaching changes. The New York Liberty are expected to hire Sandy Brondello to be their new head coach. Brondello is the head coach of the Australian National team and former Phoenix Mercury coach. Becky Hammon signed a five-year deal that makes her the highest-paid coach in the league with an enviable Aces squad that reached their third straight postseason last year under two-time WNBA Coach of the Year Bill Laimbeer. Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. Jasmine Walker's rookie year didn't go according to plan. She missed nearly the entire 2021 WNBA season after suffering a torn right ACL. Jasmine is resilient and this injury created space for her to grow and see the game from a different angle. Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. It's a special “Season in Review” with Te'a Cooper on this episode. Te'a explains her journey from a shortened collegiate career to the start of her professional life playing in the bubble. We join her at her first WNBA training camp and media day and finish with her preparation for 2022. Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. Lauren Cox joins the show to share why playing overseas will benefit her skill set and prepare her for next season. She also describes how defense has continued to be an integral part of her game.  Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. In her sixth WNBA season and first with the LA Sparks, Erica Wheeler played in all 32 games. She's currently overseas playing in Poland. On this episode, Erica shares her experiences in giving back to her community through her camp and foundation and repping the Adidas brand. Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. In her seventh WNBA season and first with the LA Sparks, Amanda Zahui B. started in 27 games, the most of her WNBA career. She's currently overseas playing with Fenerbache in Turkey. On this episode, Amanda shares her experiences in LA and her personal pursuit of mental health. Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. Guard Brittney Sykes joins us on this episode. She just finished her fifth WNBA season and is no stranger to overseas play, currently with the Australian Canberra Capitals. We talk about her goal setting, mentorship and being a fan favorite in Australia. Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag! 

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, we welcome Rachel Galligan, Founder of Go Global Recruiting, Women's basketball analyst and writer for Just Women's Sports. We discuss college women's sports, Staples Center changing its name and the new WNBA playoff format. Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, we go overseas to check in with Arella Guirantes, playing in Ukraine.Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, we go overseas to check in with Gabby Williams, from France.Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, we have a conversation with Kristi Toliver on her new role as assistant coach with the Dallas Mavericks.Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, we have a conversation with General Manager and Head Coach, Derek Fisher, as he reflects on the 2021 campaign and this new era of Sparks basketball.Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, we share exit interviews with guards, Erica Wheeler and Te'a Cooper as they reflect on the challenges that were 2021 and look ahead to next year.Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. On this episode, we share exit interviews with Nneka Ogwumike, Jasmine Walker and Chiney Ogwumike, as they reflect on the challenges that were 2021 and look ahead to next year.Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.