WATCH: INTERVIEW WITH AARI MCDONALD, #NIKE ATHLETE
August 20, 2021
After the Sparks game this week, Contributing Sports Journalist khari Jones jr., chopped it up with rising legend Nike Athlete Aari McDonald.
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Sparks Guard Te’a Cooper Focuses On The Bigger Picture
January 13, 2021
There could not be a better time for athletes to utilize their platforms to make a difference in the communities. Cooper strives to use her voice, and she is inspired by her leader and teammate Ogwumike, who is also the WNBPA President.
She said, “The world is so crazy. I was able to be on a team with , president of the WNBPA. She is awesome. Being in the bubble, many people supported her and her ability to speak up and be the forefront of us standing together as a league. To watch that and see what they have done, it was very motivating and encouraging to do the same. I have hopes for change in the future.”
Derek Fisher speaks on Sparks leveling up in the off-season with new veteran leadership
August 3, 2020
The leaders of the Sparks take pride in their character and being role models for other young players on the team. Fisher believes it is a great foundation for the future of the organization on and off the court. “When you have your best players lead by example in terms of how they carry themselves and how they speak. It helps everybody.”
Unique Wisdom Make Young Sparks Players an Asset to the Team
June 4, 2020
Although there is no finalized start date for the 2020 WNBA season, players are preparing for the season via virtual training camp.
L.A. Sparks Guard Chelsea Gray Gives Back with Second Annual Shoe Drive
September 27, 2018
A wide variety of sizes were offered at the drive from shoes for toddlers up to adults.