Natalie White, Interim President & COO, Los Angeles Sparks said, “Charisse is someone who leads by example, a true pioneer for the community of Los Angeles and we are so proud to honor her as our #WeAREWOMEN, 2021 Woman of the Year. She inspires us all to continue to be helpful, be hopeful and to be a servant to all youth and families.”
The Sparks hosted their first home game since the pandemic and won 75-70 against the Indiana Fever. It was a crowd full of fans excited to be back in the arena.
Los Angeles Sparks center Amanda Zahui B. has been named the May WNBA Cares Community Assist Award presented by State Farm® recipient for her participation in health and wellness programming, contributions to the LGBTQ+ community, and her ongoing commitment to support and uplift marginalized groups by serving as a role model to young girls and dedicating her time to helping the homeless population. Zahui B. participated in the Sparks’ Healthy Mind/Healthy Body Virtual event, where she spoke with local teens and their parents during Mental Health Awareness Month. Zahui B. was commended by the event’s sponsor, Anthem Blue Cross, for her
As the Sparks lose 84-74 to Seattle Storm on Mental Health Awareness night, the frustrations continue to rise due to the lack of depth on their roster.
The Los Angeles Sparks brought more scrap and grit against the Las Vegas Aces on Friday night. Despite losing 58-66 to the Aces, the Sparks revved up their defensive effort and three-point shooting.
The shorthanded Los Angeles Sparks continue to struggle after falling to the Las Vegas Aces 75-99. They lost despite four starters scoring in the double digits. Sparks center Amanda Zahui B made a strong showing with 22 points, nine rebounds, and two blocks. She scored 14 of those points in the first quarter. “She just accepted the challenge tonight to play against a great front court in Vegas,” said Sparks head coach Derek Fisher. “She came out there and competes and played hard and did some really good things for us on both ends.” The Aces had full control of
The Los Angeles Sparks waived Bria Holmes and terminated the hardship contract of Kristine Anigwe, the team announced today.
The Sparks played in a historical game on Sunday afternoon against New York Liberty.
After succumbing to one of the best offensive performances the Los Angeles Sparks had all season, the Phoenix Mercury had their vengeance by winning 80-66 on Friday.
The new Spark Erica Wheeler has 1500 career points. This milestone is a significant accomplishment for her; she’s overcome adversity to reach this point in her career.
The Sparks started the 25th anniversary off strong with a victory over the Indiana Fever 98-63. Without their two stars Nneka and Chiney Ogwumike, the team was full of energy and put their full offensive firepower on display.
Los Angeles Sparks star Nneka Ogwumike looks forward to great basketball this season, and she’s hyped about seeing fans in the arena.
After 15 years of playing in the WNBA, Seimone Augustus announced her retirement prior to the beginning of the 2021 WNBA season. She now is a member of the Sparks coaching staff.
In their home opener, the Los Angeles Sparks started strong against the Dallas Wings but could not maintain their momentum throughout the game.
Los Angeles Sparks head coach Derek Fisher is enforcing a versatile, position-less style of play and built a roster that compliments it. This is the driving force of a new era for the L.A. Sparks.