Podcast appearances and mentions of Seimone Augustus

Stef Strack, founder and CEO of VOICEINSPORT, and Maggie Munson, a track and cross country athlete at Wisconsin and the school’s VOICEINSPORT chapter president, join Sarah to talk about the Fair Play For Women Act that they’re re-introducing in Congress tomorrow, the misleading Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, and title IX compliance issues at Wisconsin. Plus, the WNBA could be headed to Philadelphia, a wild free agency stat, and USA Softball honors an active college coaching legend with a big move. Watch Kim Mulkey smack a clipboard out of Seimone Augustus’ hands here The AU Pro Basketball schedule is here And Opening Night watch party info is here RSVP to join the Voice in Sport Foundation on Capitol Hill tomorrow here Make a donation to the Voice in Sport advocate program here Follow Across the Timeline on Bluesky or X Check out the scenes at the Junior Junkanoo in the Bahamas here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.bsky.social Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seimone Augustus, a four-time WNBA champion, eight-time All-Star, and newly appointed assistant coach at LSU joins Khristina to discuss her rise to fame and becoming a legendary figure in women's basketball. She reflects on her early years in Baton Rouge, how it feels to return to LSU under coach Kim Mulkey, and she also shares insights on defining greatness through championships, how her experiences with Athlete Unlimited and as an assistant with the LA Sparks have shaped her coaching approach, and her vision for the future of LSU's women's basketball program.     Want more women's basketball scoop? Follow the show on Instagram @ICYMIwithKW and X @ICYMIwithKW and for more on Khristina follow her on Instagram @khristinawilliams   Let us know what you think of the show by leaving a rating and a review!    CREDITS   Executive Producers: Nikki Ettore Jessie Katz Tyler Klang Jonathan Strickland   Supervising Producer: Peter Coughter   Producer & Editor: Tari Harrison   Host: Khristina Williams  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently retired WNBA hooper Layshia Clarendon joins Sarah to talk about the grief of ending a pro career and the uncertainty of what's next, being the first out trans player in the W and watching a Finals series between two of his former teams. Plus, a poem you've gotta hear, and a doc you've gotta see. Check out Seimone Augustus's poem here And watch her full Naismith HOF induction speech here Watch the Netflix documentary Will & Harper here Was Betnijah Laney-Hamilton talking about a medical shot or her jumpshot? Can you be a dawg AND a glue player? Should superstars be classified as dawgs? Are there breeds of dawgs? Tell us what you think about Monday's discussion. Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com  Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The next guest on Play by Play needs no introduction, but we'll give her one anyway. Seimone Augustus, 4-Time WNBA Champion, three time Olympic gold medalist and current assistant coach on the LSU women's basketball staff, joins Chris and Kent as the Tigers begin official practices at the PMAC.

The four-time WNBA champ, three time Olympic gold medalist and recently named LSU assistant coach stops by the pod to discuss her return to Baton Rouge, her journey to coaching college basketball and her own memories of her Olympic experience. Then, Ben and Chantel discuss potential Olympic roster moves as we get closer to the roster release date, as well as some of the biggest storylines to watch with this 2024 team. -Follow Chantel on X: @chanteljennings -Follow Ben on X: @benpickman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The latest episode of Keep'n It 9450: Codename WBB, hosted by Daniel Artest and Lauren, delves into a plethora of women's basketball topics ranging from WNBA game highlights and player performances to off-court discussions on challenges and advancements within the sport. The episode features in-depth analysis of key WNBA games and players like Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, DiJonai Carrington, Shakira Austin, Aaliyah Edwards, Ezi Magbegor, and Skylar Diggins-Smith, while also covering broader issues such as player contracts, league veterans' contributions, and the significance of Caitlin Clark's deal with Wilson. Discussions also tackle the WNBA's charter flight disparities, advocating for financial equity, and celebrate the sport's progress with stories about legendary players and coaching hires like Seimone Augustus at LSU. Additionally, the hosts share their excitement for the podcast's new SeatGeek sponsorship, enhancing listener engagement with savings on event tickets. The show seamlessly combines professional analysis, personal anecdotes, and advocacy for women's basketball, underscoring both the achievements and the hurdles in the sport today.00:00 Welcome to The9450: Introducing the Midweek Show!00:37 WNBA Weekly Roundup: Fever vs. Storm Preview01:05 Exciting Announcement: SeatGeek Sponsorship02:24 Behind the Scenes: Team Meeting and Future Plans04:32 Spotlight on Players: WNBA Watchlist04:54 Deep Dive: Player Performances and Expectations13:40 Exploring Team Dynamics and Future Prospects16:31 The Impact of Relationships on Team Chemistry17:20 Highlighting Key Players and Their Potential30:58 Addressing Charles Barkley's Comments on WNBA32:45 Emerging Stars: Lexie Brown and Dearica Hamby's Journey38:23 MVP Watch: Kahleah Copper's Stellar Performances40:23 Analyzing WNBA MVP Contenders and Standout Performances41:22 Phoenix's Surprising Potential and Team Dynamics42:11 Chelsea Gray's Comeback and Impact on the Aces44:39 Rookie Watch: Chicago Sky's New Talent46:54 Napheesa Collier's MVP Potential and Career Highlights50:02 Exploring Other Key Players and Their Contributions54:45 Caitlin Clark's Historic Wilson Deal and Its Impact57:15 The Importance of Role Models in Women's Basketball01:10:15 WNBA Charter Flights Controversy and League Developments This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit the9450.substack.com

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Kim Mulkey has hired Seimone Augustus as part of the staff! WE take a look at On3's preseason SEC power rankings. Tay Tay gives us the NFL story of the day. And we do OTB  Mailbag. 

Mike and Charlie discussed Seimone Augustus' return to LSU as an assistant coach. The guys reviewed Dennis Allen's comments about Marshon Lattimore. They also broke down D1Baseball's latest Field of 64 projection and the NBA Conference Finals matchups. Les East, a Saints reporter for Crescent City Sports, joined Mike and Charlie. East shared his thoughts on the Saints' 2024 schedule, the team's 2024 NFL Draft class, and Marshon Lattimore's future with New Orleans. He previewed the Saints' upcoming OTAs, highlighting their QB2 battle. 

In the latest episode of After Further Review, Matt delves into a myriad of topics spanning LSU baseball's victorious sweep over Ole Miss, the implications for the Tigers' postseason prospects, insights from Dennis Allen and Mickey Loomis regarding Andrus Peat and Marshon Lattimore, a roundup of happenings across the SEC, and the noteworthy addition of Seimone Augustus to Kim Mulkey's coaching staff.First up, LSU's baseball team secures an impressive series sweep against Ole Miss, prompting analysis from Matt on how this achievement shapes their standing for postseason contention. With a keen eye on the team's performance, he dissects the key moments and players that contributed to this significant victory, offering insights into what it means for their postseason aspirations.Shifting gears, Dennis Allen and Mickey Loomis step into the spotlight as they discuss the future of Andrus Peat and Marshon Lattimore, providing fans with valuable perspectives on the team's strategies and player dynamics. Matt dissects their comments, exploring the potential ramifications for the Saints' roster and upcoming seasons.The show then takes a tour around the SEC, highlighting notable events and developments within the conference. From standout performances to coaching shake-ups, Matt provides a comprehensive overview of the latest news impacting the competitive landscape of college sports.In a move that captures attention, LSU makes waves by hiring Seimone Augustus as an assistant coach for Kim Mulkey's staff. Matt weighs in on the significance of this appointment, discussing the potential impact of Augustus's basketball expertise and leadership on the team's future successes under Mulkey's guidance.

In the second hour of After Further Review, Matt dives deeper into LSU Baseball's upcoming clash against Georgia, providing listeners with an insightful preview alongside guest Marc Weiszer. With a keen eye for detail, Matt and Weiszer analyze the strengths and weaknesses of both teams, offering predictions and key matchups to watch for in the upcoming game.The highlight of the hour comes with a special guest appearance from none other than LSU legend Kim Mulkey, who joins the show to discuss the recent hiring of Seimone Augustus as an assistant coach. Mulkey shares her excitement and vision for the team's future, highlighting Augustus's invaluable contributions both on and off the court. Matt engages Mulkey in a lively conversation, delving into the significance of bringing a beloved figure like Augustus back into the LSU fold.Switching gears, Matt turns his attention to the gridiron as he examines ESPN's post-spring top 25 rankings in college football. With a critical eye, he evaluates the rankings, discussing standout teams and potential surprises heading into the upcoming season. Drawing on his expertise and insights, Matt offers listeners a comprehensive breakdown of the rankings and what they mean for the college football landscape.As the hour winds down, Musso takes the reins with Tigers in the Pros, rounding up the latest news and updates on former LSU players making their mark in professional sports. From standout performances to career milestones, Musso provides listeners with a comprehensive overview of how LSU alumni are faring in the world of professional athletics, adding an exciting dimension to the hour's coverage.

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by the newly announced inductee into the 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, former Minnesota Lynx star Seimone Augustus.Hansen and Augustus discuss her Hall of Fame induction, including how and when she found out, and what the honor means to her. They then take a look back on the career accomplishments of Augustus, including her impressive performance on the court and her work in the community off the court. The two then shift focus to the NCAA Tournament, talking about the women's tournament and the exposure the game received throughout March Madness. Hansen and Augustus round out the podcast by discussing the WNBA season ahead, including what the Lynx legend expects out of her new team in 2024. --SponsorsHOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBABettorEdge, a Minneapolis-based sports betting company is your home to competing against your friends through its no-fee betting platform. Bet on the WNBA and other leagues by visiting bettoredge.com/lynx and receive a free $20 when using the promo code LYNX.SupportSubscribe to our weekly Hitting the Hardwood newsletter at bit.ly/HTHnewsletterGet early access to episodes and an exclusive 3x weekly Lynx newsletter at patreon.com/hittingthehardwoodVisit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/HTHstore for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and moreFollow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

In the first hour of "After Further Review," host Matt delved into the highlights of LSU's second full scrimmage during the spring football season. Notable players who stood out were discussed, providing insights into potential key contributors for the upcoming season. Analysis focused on standout performances, emerging talents, and areas for improvement based on the scrimmage.Following the football segment, former LSU centerfielder Mikie Mahtook joined the show to dissect the ongoing struggles of the LSU Baseball team. Drawing from his own experiences, Mahtook provided comparisons between the current team and past successful clubs he was a part of. This discussion offered valuable perspectives on team dynamics, strategies, and the challenges facing the current LSU Baseball squad.Matt also reacted to the news of LSU basketball legend Seimone Augustus being elected to the Naismith Hall of Fame. This segment likely included reflections on Augustus's remarkable career, her impact on LSU basketball, and her significance within the broader context of women's basketball.Furthermore, the show covered significant stories from across the Southeastern Conference (SEC). This segment offered a comprehensive roundup of the latest developments, rumors, and headlines surrounding various SEC teams and programs. Topics may have included coaching changes, player updates, recruiting news, and other noteworthy happenings impacting the conference landscape.Overall, the first hour of "After Further Review" provided a comprehensive overview of LSU's football and baseball programs, as well as notable achievements in LSU basketball history. Additionally, the show offered valuable insights into the broader landscape of SEC sports, ensuring listeners were kept informed and engaged with the latest developments across multiple sports disciplines.

Kirk Buchner and America's Favorite Sports Historian, Vinny Lospinuso, tell you about why Marty Blake, Jean-Jacques Conceicao, Dick Barnett and Seimone Augustus were nominated for the Hall of Fame.

On Episode 10 of WNBA Retrospect, host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Em Adler and Lincoln Shafer for a historical scouting report on LSU's Seimone Augustus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Minnesota Lynx legend Seimone Augustus, who spent 14 seasons with the Lynx and helped the organization to four WNBA titles during their dynasty era.The two talk about what Augustus is up to in retirement, what her time was like with the Lynx and in the WNBA, some of the top moments from her career, the best part about her time in Minnesota, her thoughts on moving on from the Lynx after 14 seasons and finishing her career elsewhere, what it was like being part of the Minnesota community and among the Lynx fan base, if she has had time to reflect on the dynasty era Minnesota enjoyed during her time with the team, being part of the Lynx All-25 Team and reconnecting with teammates and the organization this year, the WNBA season so far and what we've seen throughout the league, if Augustus thinks the Las Vegas and New York dominance reminds her of the Lynx and Sparks days, her thoughts on the Lynx in 2023 and the current state of the team, and much more!--SponsorsHOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBABettorEdge, a Minneapolis-based sports betting company is your home to competing against your friends through its no-fee betting platform. Bet on the WNBA and other leagues by visiting bettoredge.com/lynx and receive a free $20 when using the promo code LYNX.SupportSubscribe to our weekly Hitting the Hardwood newsletter at bit.ly/HTHnewsletterGet early access to episodes and an exclusive 3x weekly Lynx newsletter at patreon.com/hittingthehardwoodVisit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/HTHstore for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and moreFollow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

This week we bring you the 3x WNBA champion and 2x All-Star who is currently tearing it up in Dallas … Natasha Howard! The duo discuss the iconic Lynx dynasty, Natasha reveals what it was like sharing the court with legendary players in Minnesota and Seattle, and she explains how her role changed when she got to Dallas. Mindset shift into playoff push, welcome-to-the-league moment, rookies dressing as grandmas (1:00)

Kate Fagan is an Emmy-award winning journalist and the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of WHAT MADE MADDY RUN, which was a semi-finalist for the PEN/ESPN Award for Literary Sportswriting. Her first book was the coming-of-age memoir THE REAPPEARING ACT, and her third book, ALL THE COLORS CAME OUT, was released in May 2021 from Little, Brown. In March of 2023, her fourth book — HOOP MUSES: an insider's guide to pop culture and the (women's) game — a collaboration with WNBA legend Seimone Augustus and artist Sophia Chang will be released by Twelve. She currently works for Meadowlark Media and co-hosts the podcast Off the Looking Glass. Kate previously spent seven years as a columnist and feature writer for espnW, ESPN.com and ESPN The Magazine. She was also a regular panelist on ESPN's Around the Horn and host of Outside the Lines. Kate covered the Philadelphia 76ers for three seasons and played college basketball at the University of Colorado. Why People Love Watching Sports | Kate Fagan | TED Talk: https://youtu.be/3x3X6HELtog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the debut episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Winsidr founder, editor-in-chief and podcast host Aryeh Schwartz to talk all things Minnesota Lynx. The two discuss Aryeh's fondness for Lynx legend Seimone Augustus, how he views the offseason moves made thus far, what Minnesota might do in the draft, what we could expect from the Lynx in 2023 and more. ---Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood-Support our work on patreon and get early access to episodes at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood!

On this edition of Road Trippin', the crew welcomes in Kendrick Perkins, NBA Champion & ESPN NBA Analyst. Perk weighs in on the Mavericks' poor performance since acquiring Kyrie Irving and evaluates the team's potential moves heading into next season. We also dive into a lengthy MVP discussion around frontrunners Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid & Giannis Antetokounmpo. 4x WNBA Champion & Finals MVP Seimone Augustus also joins the show on the eve of her LSU Tigers playing in the Women's Final Four. Seimone points out the many double-standards between the men's & women's game and describes the inspiration for writing her new book, Hoop Muses. Have a question or topic for our next show? Text or leave us a VM at 657-522-5578 (6575-CALLRT) Cheers! ► YouTube!

On this episode of the Edge of Sports podcast, we speak to author and sports opinionist Kate Fagan about her new illustrated history of the women in basketball, Hoop Muses: An Insider's Account to Pop Culture and the (Women's Game). The book is illustrated by Sophia Chang and curated by the legendary hoopster Seimone Augustus. Fagan and I talk about her inspiration, creative process and what it was like working with Seimone Augustus.We'll have Choice Words about the effort to ban trans athletes from youth sports. We give a Just Stand Up award to the New York Knicks for looking like a legitimate, joyous playoff contender down the home stretch of the season. We also have a Just Sit Down award for Texas Tech basketball coach, Mark Adams for the wild comments he made to members of his team.Subscribe to The Nation to support all of our podcasts: thenation.com/podcastsubscribe. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kate Fagan, author of HOOP MUSES and writer/podcaster with Meadowlark Media, pulled up with Myles and Owen to talk about her new book, which catalogues the history of women's basketball in a series of insightful essays. Curated by Seimone Augustus and illustrated by Sophia Chang, HOOP MUSES is available everywhere today, 3/7/23. Kate also discussed her podcast OFF THE LOOKING GLASS, answered some rapid fires, and dropped a ton of knowledge. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 274 of the Sports Media Podcast features Chantel Jennings and Sabreena Merchant. Both Jennings and Merchant are national writers for The Athletic covering the WNBA and women's college basketball. In this podcast, Jennings and Merchant discuss how they approach covering women's basketball on a national level; the WNBA's Liberty and Aces, which now feature 10 of the league's 30 best players including Breanna Stewart Jonquel Jones, Sabrina Ionescu, A'ja Wilson, Candace Parker and Kelsey Plum, among others; how a potential super team looks in 2023 compared to the Minnesota Lynx of Maya Moore and Seimone Augustus; the player empowerment era of the WNBA; what free agency means for media coverage of the WNBA and specifically how ESPN will cover and program games this season; whether there is value in the WNBA being talked about on shows such as First Take; how Britney Griner in will be covered this year by media outlets; the 2024 WNBA Draft; whether Paige Bueckers and Aliyah Boston should use their COVID year exemption to stay in school longer; the role of sports gambling as it pertains to the WNBA; Las Vegas lines on women's basketball; and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Play by Play, presented by The Advocate, Sports Information Director Grant Kauvar and Assistant Director of Post Production Sheldon Lee reflect on the historic day at the PMAC on Sunday as Seimone Augustus became the first female athlete in school history to get a statue. For more: https://lsusports.net/news/2023/01/15/legacy-cemented/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/heyfightinpodcast/message

Kyle discusses Maya Moore's retirement announcement, Seimone Augustus' statue, WNBA Free Agency trades and more. Check out wnbanation.com Follow us on TikTok, Twitter, & Facebook Watch the show live on Twitch Join our live watch parties Playback Watch clips of the show on YouTube Get Merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle discusses Maya Moore's retirement announcement, Seimone Augustus' statue, WNBA Free Agency trades and more. Check out wnbanation.com Follow us on TikTok, Twitter, & Facebook Watch the show live on Twitch Join our live watch parties Playback Watch clips of the show on YouTube Get Merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jacob Hester and T-Bob Hebert open up the second hour of today's show with OTB mailbag. Walker Howard officially leaves the LSU Tigers with a farewell tweet.. where do the guys think Walker will end up following his tranfer? LSU Women's Head Coach Kim Mulkey joins the show to recap the unveiling of the Seimone Augustus statue and the win over Auburn.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5595167/advertisement

LSU football loses one of its most important players and key leaders in edge rusher BJ Ojulari as he prepares for the NFL Draft. Two of the players on the roster that we expected to compete for his role, Desmond Little and Zavier Carter, have decided to enter the transfer portal. So how do you build depth when your depth pieces transfer out? You do the exact same thing: take to the transfer portal. Oregon edge rusher Bradyn Swinson committed to the Tigers last month but most recently Texas edge Ovie Oghoufo also has pledged his commitment to the Tigers. Oghoufo came to Texas via Notre Dame where he played under Brian Kelly for three years. In two seasons at Texas, Oghoufo tallied 21 starts and honorable mention Big 12 Defensive Newcomer of the Year honors in his first season with the Longhorns. Plus, Matt McMahon and the Tigers on the hardwood got their butts kicked Saturday falling 106-66 to the Crimson Tide. LSU basketball has now lost four consecutive games, all to SEC opponents. So what is next for McMahon in his first year with the Tigers? The schedule doesn't get any easier as they take on Auburn, Tennessee, and Arkansas over the next couple of weeks. Can McMahon get this team refocused, re-energized, and motivated to turn things around midseason? Finally, LSU women's basketball legend Seimone Augustus received the greatest honor of any LSU women's athlete as a statue was erected in her honor outside of the basketball practice facility. Her statue now stands beside other legends like Shaquille O'Neill and Pete Maravich, where she belongs as an LSU legend herself. Kim Mulkey and the LSU women's basketball team is undefeated and a top five team in the country. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at Linkedin.com/lockedoncollege Terms and conditions apply. Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LSU football loses one of its most important players and key leaders in edge rusher BJ Ojulari as he prepares for the NFL Draft. Two of the players on the roster that we expected to compete for his role, Desmond Little and Zavier Carter, have decided to enter the transfer portal. So how do you build depth when your depth pieces transfer out? You do the exact same thing: take to the transfer portal. Oregon edge rusher Bradyn Swinson committed to the Tigers last month but most recently Texas edge Ovie Oghoufo also has pledged his commitment to the Tigers. Oghoufo came to Texas via Notre Dame where he played under Brian Kelly for three years. In two seasons at Texas, Oghoufo tallied 21 starts and honorable mention Big 12 Defensive Newcomer of the Year honors in his first season with the Longhorns.Plus, Matt McMahon and the Tigers on the hardwood got their butts kicked Saturday falling 106-66 to the Crimson Tide. LSU basketball has now lost four consecutive games, all to SEC opponents. So what is next for McMahon in his first year with the Tigers? The schedule doesn't get any easier as they take on Auburn, Tennessee, and Arkansas over the next couple of weeks. Can McMahon get this team refocused, re-energized, and motivated to turn things around midseason?Finally, LSU women's basketball legend Seimone Augustus received the greatest honor of any LSU women's athlete as a statue was erected in her honor outside of the basketball practice facility. Her statue now stands beside other legends like Shaquille O'Neill and Pete Maravich, where she belongs as an LSU legend herself. Kim Mulkey and the LSU women's basketball team is undefeated and a top five team in the country.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!LinkedInLinkedIn jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at Linkedin.com/lockedoncollege Terms and conditions apply.Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charles talks about the dedication of the Seimone Augustus statue, and the journey there for three legends.

It was quite the weekend at LSU, who unveiled the statue of Louisiana legend Seimone Augustus and stayed undefeated. and The Next's SEC beat writer Gabriella Lewis joins college basketball expert Missy Heidrick to discuss LSU's rise, how they compare to the other unbeaten team in conference South Carolina and look around the rest of the SEC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was quite the weekend at LSU, who unveiled the statue of Louisiana legend Seimone Augustus and stayed undefeated. and The Next's SEC beat writer Gabriella Lewis joins college basketball expert Missy Heidrick to discuss LSU's rise, how they compare to the other unbeaten team in conference South Carolina and look around the rest of the SEC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seimone Augustus will become the first female student-athlete in LSU school history with her own statue set to be unveiled Sunday at 12:45 p.m. CT on campus in the plaza between the LSU Gymnastics facility and the PMAC. The unveiling will be open to the public. Listen to Seimone and Coach Bob Starkey as they meet with the media ahead of Sunday's festivities. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/heyfightinpodcast/message

Episode 256 of the Sports Media Podcast features a conversation with Candace Parker, the Hall-of-Fame-to-be basketball player who works as a studio and game analyst across the NBA on TNT, NBA TV and NCAA Tournament coverage. Parker will join Brian Anderson, Stan Van Gundy and Stephanie Ready for the Nets-Sixers on Nov. 22 on TNT. In this podcast, Parker discusses how she entered broadcasting and her approach to the medium; the difference in studio work versus game work; how she prepares for her assignments; why basketball has had women in broadcasting roles that men held traditionally; being the subject of an upcoming ESPN documentary; the process of being vulnerable publicly and how that can be a strength; paying in Russia for UMMC Ekaterinburg from 2010 to 2015; Brittney Griner's sentence; her marriage to  Anna Parker (nee: Petrakova), a former Olympic basketball player from Russia; her desire to play in the WNBA next year; why Seimone Augustus was such a tough guard; working on Inside the NBA and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Like, rate, and subscribe to the Justin Time Sports podcast on iTunes and Spotify and follow @JTIMESPORTS for breaking news and coverage In this week's episode: I will preview the NBA Finals (1:09)Team by team predictions of the NFL Schedule (20:48) Best for Last: Seimone Augustus Jersey Retirement (31:45)

TUESDAY POD! On Monday it was announced by the university that former LSU Women's Basketball and WNBA superstar Simone Augustus would receive her own statute! Augustus will join Shaquille O'Neil, Billy Cannon, and Bob Petite as former athletes who have statutes on the LSU campus. Coach Kim Mulkey joins the show to discuss what it means to have a womens basketball player get a statute on campus and what it was like to coach against and recruit Augustus. She also discussed the WNBA draft as two former Tigers were selected last night, Khayla Pointer and Faustine Aifuwa. On3 Recruiting's Billy Embody joins the show to discuss the latest in LSU Football recruiting and LSU Football spring practice, as the Tigers have had some big-time recruits viewing spring practice and meeting the new staff. and MORE!!! 

In this, the inaugural episode of OTLG, you're introduced to everything this show will be about: Kate and Jessica plunging down rabbit holes (UConn privilege, anyone?), mining ideas with superstars (hi, Seimone Augustus!), and deconstructing nostalgic pop culture (“Wait … Madonna is in this?"); also, Mr. Everyman, Kirk from Fort Collins, has opinions on what the show should be about, and the NCAA pitches us on their brand-new app, athlEATS.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this, the inaugural episode of OTLG, you're introduced to everything this show will be about: Kate and Jessica plunging down rabbit holes (UConn privilege, anyone?), mining ideas with superstars (hi, Seimone Augustus!), and deconstructing nostalgic pop culture (“Wait … Madonna is in this?"); also, Mr. Everyman, Kirk from Fort Collins, has opinions on what the show should be about, and the NCAA pitches us on their brand-new app, athlEATS.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following an extensive 35 day Olympic break the Minnesota Lynx return to regular season action! On this episode of the Los Lynx Talk show I am joined by Aryeh Schwartz of Winsidr. He's a fellow Minnesotan and regards Seimone Augustus as the best player to ever lace them up so he fits right in on this program. We talk about how the four Lynx Olympians fared in Tokyo, what Minnesota needs to do to continue their pre-break hot streak, the Cecilia Zandalasini rumors and where the team goes from here.

We are about 10 games into the WNBA regular season, and there have been some exciting developments. Napheesa Collier takes flack from no one on the night of Seimone Augustus' return to Minnesota. Candace Parker is back to being the facilitator of offence and defense on a stacked Chicago team (the sky is the limit!). Finally, Amy and Crina discuss some of the most impressive teams in the Eastern and Western Conference.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15” and you'll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.IndeedGet started RIGHT NOW with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/locked Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are about 10 games into the WNBA regular season, and there have been some exciting developments. Napheesa Collier takes flack from no one on the night of Seimone Augustus' return to Minnesota. Candace Parker is back to being the facilitator of offence and defense on a stacked Chicago team (the sky is the limit!). Finally, Amy and Crina discuss some of the most impressive teams in the Eastern and Western Conference. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Indeed Get started RIGHT NOW with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/locked Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prior to her May 13th retirement announcement, 4X WNBA champion Seimone Augustus joined Girls Talk Sports TV's Khristina Williams to talk about the WNBA's 25th anniversary season & being apart of the Minnesota Lynx dynasty, her legacy, and the upcoming LA Sparks season. #SeimoneAugustus #WNBA #GirlsTalkSportsTV --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/girlstalksportstv/support

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz, who brings you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. Four-time WNBA Champion Seimone Augustus has retired and joined the Sparks coaching staff. One of the most decorated players of all time, Augustus joins General Manager/Head Coach Derek Fisher and assistant coaches Latricia Trammell and Fred Williams.Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Host Howard Megdal talks at length with Sydney Colson about the how and why of Seimone Augustus' media coverage after she retired. Get to know the story behind the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Howard Megdal talks at length with Sydney Colson about the how and why of Seimone Augustus' media coverage after she retired. Get to know the story behind the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After announcing her retirement from the WNBA, Sparks Assistant coach and future Hall of Famer Seimone Augustus sits down with LaChina Robinson to discuss her decision to retire, how the '96 Olympic team fueled her love for basketball, the formation and evolution of the Minnesota Lynx dynasty team and much much more.

Matching Tattoos! Nekias Duncan (The Dunker Spot Podcast, Basketball News) joins Agata and Anastasia to discuss the past week in basketball. Nekias shares his history with the Heat and his love for the Aces. The gang also chats the play-in tournament, Sabrina Ionescu's buzzer beater, Arike Ogunbowale, Giannis's flex, Kent Bazemore, Liz Cambage's thirst traps, UD, Russell Westbrook's triple double record, Luka & Bobi BFFs, Knicks in the playoffs, Dirty Diana, and fighting Dwight Howard. Will the gang get into a thoughtful discussion of Tyler Herro's rap skills? Hit play to find out!

Kyle and Julian break down Kevin Garnett getting inducted into the Hall of Fame, Seimone Augustus retiring, and John from Sports Card Investor Group breaks joins to break down card breaks.

In this week's episode of HoopPlex, the guys discussed the official WNBA season opening games (00:28), Seimone Augustus' retirement and coaching hire (12:55), our predictions for "WrestleMania" Backlash (19:51), the rise and fall of TNA (51:44), Russell Westbrook and Chris Paul's all-time rankings (1:13:53), NBA what if's (1:21:55), and NBA rules that need to change (1:44:53).

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Free agency in 2021 was exciting for the LA Sparks. The team re-signed Nneka Ogwumike, Chiney Ogwumike, Brittney Sykes, Te'a Cooper, Seimone Augustus and signed Erica Wheeler, Amanda Zahui B. and Bria Holmes. General Manager/Head Coach Derek Fisher joins us on this episode to talk about all the good things!Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Veteran Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz and LA Sparks own #24, Sydney Wiese, who bring you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. Four-time WNBA Champion Seimone Augustus has one of the most prolific basketball careers in professional basketball history. She ranks tenth in scoring in WNBA history with 2005 points, and has averaged over 15 points throughout her career. We’re excited she’s continuing her storied career in Los Angeles!Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks presented by BetOnline.ag!

First, host Howard Megdal details Seimone Augustus' role in WNBA historical context. Then he asks her what keeps her coming back to play after accomplishing everything there is to do in this sport. Let's get into what makes Mone a singular figure in the sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, host Howard Megdal details Seimone Augustus' role in WNBA historical context. Then he asks her what keeps her coming back to play after accomplishing everything there is to do in this sport. Let's get into what makes Mone a singular figure in the sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Matt talk the Minnesota Lynx, their history, the moves that set up the moves to turn them into a dynasty, and why even after the original core has departed they are still good.

Money Mone. Walking legend. WNBA champion and LSU royalty Seimone Augustus drops by Knuckleheads this week. We give you the inside scoop on her early days hooping down in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She tells about how she grew up with Big Baby, Glen Davis, and even includes her side of the infamous sleeper sofa incident. We learn what it’s like being compared to MJ in high school, on the cover of Sports Illustrated. Seimone opens up about picking the wrong pair of shoes for running workouts in college. The special runs her college teams went on. And the very, very special and momentous feeling of seeing her jersey retired by LSU. From college we head to the WNBA and learn how the Lynx became The Lynx. It wasn’t overnight. There are stories about moves and shots and players and passing. All told with a smooth Louisiana swagger. And a new Start. Bench. Cut. Jordan edition for all those sneakerheads out there. It’s a momentous episode with one of the best to ever do it. And still do it. Money Mone ain’t done yet. Listen in y’all. Seimone Augustus. Respect.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Mone. Walking legend. WNBA champion and LSU royalty Seimone Augustus drops by Knuckleheads this week. We give you the inside scoop on her early days hooping down in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She tells about how she grew up with Big Baby, Glen Davis, and even includes her side of the infamous sleeper sofa incident. We learn what it’s like being compared to MJ in high school, on the cover of Sports Illustrated. Seimone opens up about picking the wrong pair of shoes for running workouts in college. The special runs her college teams went on. And the very, very special and momentous feeling of seeing her jersey retired by LSU. From college we head to the WNBA and learn how the Lynx became The Lynx. It wasn’t overnight. There are stories about moves and shots and players and passing. All told with a smooth Louisiana swagger. And a new Start. Bench. Cut. Jordan edition for all those sneakerheads out there. It’s a momentous episode with one of the best to ever do it. And still do it. Money Mone ain’t done yet. Listen in y’all. Seimone Augustus. Respect.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From falling in love with the game to winning at the highest level Seimone Augustus joins Aryeh and Rachel to discuss her historic career and what the future holds for the GOAT.

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz and LA Sparks own #24, Sydney Wiese, who bring you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. From the campus of IMG Academy in Bradenton, FL, This episode is the second installment of post-practice interviews with Head Coach Derek Fisher, our own Sydney Wiese, Seimone Augustus, Marie Gülich and Te'a Cooper.Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks

John W Davis & Pavy give their takes on media day as well as look forward to the Sparks first game this weekend.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Bleav in Sparks is presented by Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz and LA Sparks own #24, Sydney Wiese, who bring you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. For years, Seimone Augustus battled against the Los Angeles Sparks in the WNBA title race as a star with the Minnesota Lynx. As Seimone joins forces with her one-time rival, we find out why LA was the perfect fit, expectations of her role, and why she chose to make the first ever move of her career.Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks, Sponsored by BetOnline.ag.

Welcome to Bleav in Sparks! Television Announcer, Stacy Paetz and LA Sparks own #24, Sydney Wiese, bring you inside the arena to get to know the LA Sparks. Listen in to our media call with Assistant General Manager Michael Fischer and Head Coach Derek Fisher. How does coach Fisher plan to manage his roster with so much talent? What does Seimone Augustus add? Looking ahead, how do the Sparks balance a future salary cap when they have players on the existing salary scale and some who are considered max contract players? Those questions and more - answered on this episode!Thank you for joining us on Bleav in Sparks, Sponsored by BetOnline.ag.

Show Notes: Sylvia is very humbled to be recognized as an SEC Legend but it makes her feel old She's the youngest of five and she's always been competitive Volleyball was her first love and was not a natural at basketball when she first started playing in middle school Once she became more confident, she fell in love with basketball and started dunking a tennis ball when she was in the 7th grade Started getting recruited by colleges during her sophomore year in high school and she was also recruited by other local high schools Former LSU Head Coach Sue Gunter told her things that she didn't want to hear which she really appreciated and decided to attend LSU instead of Tennessee or Florida St. Fans in Chicago have still been very supportive of her decision to request a trade to play elsewhere and she would have sat out the entire season if needed Minnesota was the only team she wanted to play for because she felt they had a true chance to win and she already had played with Seimone Augustus, Maya Moore, Rebekkah Brunson, and Lindsay Whalen Being overseas is extremely tough and her go-to meal, when she returns to the US, is her mom's mac-n-cheese Always enjoyed watching Shaq, Amar'e Stoudemire, and Kevin Garrett play She doesn't want to put any time limits on how much longer she will play Currently studying to be a mortician when she does stop playing and has always been a curious person and wanting to know how things work Words of Wisdom from Sylvia Fowles: "Just be the best that you can be because there's only one you." To Subscribe to Rich Take On Sports YouTube Channel: Rich Take On Sports (http://www.youtube.com/richtakeonsportspodcast) To Follow Rich Take On Sports on Twitter: @richtakesports (https://twitter.com/richtakesports) To Follow Richmond Weaver on Twitter: @richmondweaver (https://twitter.com/richmondweaver) To Follow Rich Take On Sports on Instagram:  @richtakeonsports (https://www.instagram.com/richtakeonsports/?hl=en) To Follow Richmond Weaver on Instagram:  @richmondweaver93 (https://www.instagram.com/richmondweaver93/?hl=en) To Follow Rich Take On Sports on Facebook:  @richtakeonsports (https://www.facebook.com/richtakeonsports/?ref=bookmarks) To Follow Sylvia Fowles on Twitter: @SylviaFowles (https://twitter.com/SylviaFowles) To Follow Sylvia Fowles on Instagram: @sylvia_fowles (https://www.instagram.com/sylvia_fowles/?hl=en) Featured Image Photo Credit: Sylvia Fowles (via Facebook)

Sparks star and legendary Lady Vol Candace Parker joins the guys for this week’s episode of Knuckleheads with Quentin Richardson and Darius Miles. The three start the show talking Chicago basketball and reminiscing on those legendary 90’s Bulls that they all grew up on. Then they relate their journeys to their first dunks — from toe raises on the stairs to touching high up on every wall they saw. Plus, Candace spills the secret to winning the McDonalds dunk contest: just make your dunks (Sorry Josh Smith and J.R. Smith). Then she tells the guys why she chose Tennessee and, of course, shares a few coveted Pat Summit stories. Candace speaks about her first years in the league and the physical impact having a baby had on her body, as well as the mental aspect of being a mom and a baller at the same time. The guys ask Candace for her take on the WNBA’s new CBA, and they discuss some of the surprising differences between the men’s and women’s leagues. Candace talks about clinching the 2016 WNBA Championship and tells Q and D that — if the Sparks didn’t have some of the injuries that they did in her first few years — they would’ve had a few more championships under their belt. Just saying. Tune in for more from one of the dopest female GOATs in the game.

Lynx boss Cheryl Reeve on how she landed Banham and her feelings about Seimone Augustus.Thanks to SuccessfulMarketingGroup (SuccessfulMarketingGroup.com/CherylReeve) and Minnesota realtor Cara Quinn (brickandbanister.com/cara) 

Lynx boss Cheryl Reeve on how she landed Banham and her feelings about Seimone Augustus.Thanks to SuccessfulMarketingGroup (SuccessfulMarketingGroup.com/CherylReeve) and Minnesota realtor Cara Quinn (brickandbanister.com/cara) 

This episode Aryeh, Rachel, and Gabe discuss the two biggest recent moves in WNBA free agency.

Ramie and Judd are live from the Minnesota Golf Show and Ramie is fed up with David Ortiz and others comments towards whistleblowing on the Astros; (26:33) Biggest question marks for the Twins in 2019; (42:00) Ramie almost killed his girlfriend; (49:00) Matthew Coller joins the show to talk the state of NFL reckless speculation; (01:16:45) Why did Seimone Augustus leave the Lynks and (01:25:00) and update from Derek Wetmore at Twins spring training.

Season 2 of Knuckleheads with Quentin Richardson and Darius Miles isn't over! We're just taking a break for the holidays. In this episode, the guys sit down to recap an what has been an eventful season so far. They recount their favorite stories from their lineup of guests and share a few behind-the-scenes tidbits. They also get nostalgic while telling some stories from their time in the NBA. After that, they preview what’s coming next, including bonus off-season episodes. From Kobe’s 61 at the Garden to Big Baby peeing the bed, you won’t want to miss what the guys have to say about what happened in season 2, and what’s coming up in the new year.

In this week's episode, Cal catches up with guard Seimone Augustus, plus updates the current playoff-picture!

The regular season is drawing to a close and the playoffs are on the horizon. This episode of the Los Lynx Talk Show features Derek James of High Post Hoops. We talk about the last few games, Seimone Augustus’ return, Sylvia Fowles as the center of the team’s offense, and possible playoff matchups. Also Derek’s long history of writing about Minnesota basketball and attending Kevin Garnett’s basketball camp.

On this episode of the Lynx Off-Season Conversations, Seimone Augustus joins Danielle Robinson & John Focke to breakdown the best NBA & WNBA crossover moves, discuss who the next 50pt scorer in the WNBA might be, plus rollercoasters and sneaker thoughts.

Wild coach Bruce Boudreau, Twins pitcher Kyle Gibson, Lynx all-star Seimone Augustus and more!

8 all-star nods, 4 rings, Seimone Augustus joins PA in front of this weekend's WNBA all-star festivities at Target Center!

8 all-star nods, 4 rings, Seimone Augustus joins PA in front of this weekend's WNBA all-star festivities at Target Center!

Wild coach Bruce Boudreau, Twins pitcher Kyle Gibson, Lynx all-star Seimone Augustus and more!

Lynx Off - Season Podcast Ep 7 Seimone Augustus by Minnesota Lynx Radio Network

I was struck recently by Cheryl Reeve, the head coach of the Minnesota Lynx and WNBA coach of the year, tweeting about the lack of media coverage for women's sports. Not just lack of coverage of the WNBA or of her team, but of ALL women's sports. In other words, she is champion of a cause while her team is seeking the WNBA championship. Here it is, the most important and busiest time of the year for Reeve, and she was tweeting about something she felt was unfair. That strikes at the heart of why Cheryl Reeve is the best coach around, she sees the big picture. Minnesota is a supremely talented team, there is no denying that, but she gets them to buy into her system, to play the roles she wants them to play. Look at Maya Moore, the MVP candidate who this season became a strong ballhandler and helped take pressure of Lindsay Whalen with her ball handling.  Seimone Augustus, a tremendous scorer during her career, has accepted a role of sometimes being second, third or even fourth scorer on some nights. It helped the Lynx set a franchise record with 28 wins this season, and the reason they are the favorite to win their fourth title in six years. It is a pleasure to welcome Coach Reeve back to the podcast. Topics discussed include: Her pushing for better coverage for all women's sportsThe health and roles on the rosterDealing with the refereeing and foul plagued games that have been a part of the playoffs this yearFowles and Brunson versus Parker and OgwumikeThe job Brian Agler has done in Los AngelesWhalen being strong this post-season and making an impact It should be a great series, and we wish both teams luck in the finals! Let's hope for a good series, with minimal refereeing involvement, and the better team winning.

If you have been listening to our podcasts over the years, you know that the Roundtable discussions are some of our most enjoyable and most popular podcasts. Today we bring you a roundtable featuring two of the most competitive players you will ever find, Jayne Appel-Marinelli, recently retired from the San Antonio Stars, and Mistie Bass, who just completed the season with the Phoenix Mercury. These two played the WNBA finalist Minnesota Lynx and Los Angeles Sparks a combined total of 15 times during the 2016 WNBA season and playoffs, so they are well equipped to discuss the success and difficulties playing with and against the finalists. Based on the finals, at least a portion of the new WNBA playoff format is a success. For perhaps the first time in WNBA history, the league has the two best teams meeting in the finals, which should make for some great basketball and a fun series to watch. First place Minnesota comes in with a 28-6 record, featuring a Lynx quartet of United States Olympians in Maya Moore, Sylvia Fowles, Seimone Augustus and Lindsay Whalen. Rebekkah Brunson is an experienced veteran completing their starting lineup, and the bench is deep right to the end, with even more experience. Los Angeles finished second in the regular season with a 26-8 record, and while they don't have a great deal of WNBA finals experience (Ann Wauters is the only Sparks player with finals experience), they are long and athletic, with talented scorers from inside and out, led by Most Valuable Player Nneka Ogwumike and former MVP Candace Parker. Ogwumike and Parker combined to average 43 points and almost 19 rebounds per game in the semi-final series against Chicago, and are a difficult matchup. When they are on their game, it opens up the outside for Kristi Toliver, Alana Beard and Essence Carson for their shots. Jantel Lavender could be starting for most teams and is Sixth Player of the year in the league, and Chelsea Gray has be

Sometimes it seems easy to overlook the smooth, mid-range game of Seimone Augustus on a team with the spectacular play of Maya Moore, the power of Sylvia Fowles, and the controlled aggression of Lindsay Whalen, but that would be a big mistake. Augustus, 32 years old, is happy to let you think she is less of a threat, but consider this, without Augustus on the court beside them, would the others be as effective? The mid-range jump shooter is a dying breed it seems, with the rise in three-point shooting and coaches professing their love for the shot. Augustus though has been a six-time All-WNBA selection, and 2011 WNBA finals Most Valuable Player thriving on that shot. In fact, over 628 minutes played this season, Augustus has attempted 29 three-pointers. As a comparison, the Lynx's Keisha Hampton has taken 27, in 141 minutes! With Augustus averaging a career low 11 points per game, rumblings inevitably begin about someone her age. Still, the Lynx are in first place overall (tied with Los Angeles), and while different players are doing different things than on last year's championship team, Augustus is still rolling along, doing what she does best, hitting big shots. Before the recent game in Connecticut, we caught up with Augustus and talked about her recent Olympics experience, including a great story of her nerves before her first Olympic start and how they manifested themselves. We discussed the Lynx, and the way her shot seemed to improve in the Olympics, and more. Enjoy Seimone Augustus, in her own words!