The Trials and Triumphs of Women of Troy Basketball
December 2, 2024
The No. 6 USC Women of Troy basketball team has been battle-tested and has reached accomplishments in the month of November.
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Dearica Hamby
Sparks Struggle in Second Half, Lose to Mercury
September 18, 2024
The Los Angeles Sparks fell 81-85 against the Phoenix Mercury during their fan appreciation night. The Sparks showed a competitiveness during the first half that they were unable to maintain. The Mercury implemented a zone defense that the Sparks were not familiar with.
Short-Handed Sparks Fall to Sky
August 18, 2024
The Los Angeles Sparks came up short 90-86 in a gritty match against the Chicago Sky. The Sparks, however, are battling more than just their opponents.
Dearica Hamby Wins Bronze Medal with USA 3×3 Women’s National Team
August 5, 2024
Los Angeles Sparks forward Dearica Hamby earned a bronze medal at the Olympic Games Paris 2024, defeating Canada 16-13.
Women’s Sports Foundation Panel Inspires Youth
July 31, 2024
Before heading to Paris for the Summer Olympics, Sparks forward Dearica Hamby shared her story with young athletes. She was a member of a panel discussion hosted by the Women’s Sports Foundation.
Sparks Defeat Aces 98-93 in Overtime
July 6, 2024
The Los Angeles Sparks battled fiercely in their overtime 98-93 win over the Las Vegas Aces. The Sparks went into the fourth quarter with a 10-point advantage.
Sparks Fall Short to Mystics 80-82
July 3, 2024
Fourth-quarter struggles caused the Los Angeles Sparks to suffer an 80-82 loss to the Washington Mystics.
WNBA honors Dearica Hamby Western Conference Player of the Week
June 15, 2024
The performance of Los Angeles Sparks Forward Dearica Hamby has not gone unnoticed as she earned WNBA Western Conference Player of the Week (June 3- June 9).
Hamby Leads Sparks in 96-92 Win Over Aces
June 10, 2024
The Los Angeles Sparks battled with grit to defeat the reigning WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces 96-92. The win was a team effort as every Sparks player who played scored.
Dallas Wings Outlast L.A. Sparks 84-83
May 27, 2024
The Sparks put on a late rally but came up short, losing 84-83 to the Dallas Wings.
Brown Scores 20; Brinks Defensive Effort Leads Sparks to 70-68 Win over Mystics
May 25, 2024
Lexie Brown scored 20 points, Dearica Hamby added a double-double with 17 points and 18 rebounds and rookie Cameron Brink had two huge blocks in the closing seconds as the Los Angeles Sparks defeated the Washington Mystics 70-68 on Tuesday night at Walter Pyramid.
L.A. Sparks Remain Optimistic After Loss to Dream
May 17, 2024
Although they lost to the Atlanta Dream 92-81 in their home opener, the Los Angeles Sparks displayed strong qualities that could help them contend as the season continues.
Sparks Celebrate Turbulent 2023 Season
September 28, 2023
Although they did not reach the Playoffs, the Los Angeles Sparks franchise considers this season to be successful as they continue their journey under new management.
Sparks Lose to High-Scoring Liberty 87-79
August 1, 2023
The Los Angeles Sparks fell to the New York Liberty 87-79. New York sank 15 three-point shots, 10 more than the Sparks, and led by as much as 27 points in the matchup. Their effort on the offensive end held Los Angeles to 25 rebounds while they made 42.
Sparks Erase 11-Point Second Half Deficit; Defeating Wings 93-83
June 29, 2023
The Los Angeles Sparks erased an 11-point second-half deficit to defeat the Dallas Wings 93-83, behind Nneka Ogwumike tallying a season-high 27 points and 12 rebounds on Sunday at Crypto.com Arena.