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Three games have gone by of the 2026 WNBA Finals and the Atlanta Dream are in control 2-1. Howard Megdal and Jackie Powell check in with Dream beat reporter Michael Waterloo to learn a bit about how the Dream have imposed their will Golden State Valkyries. How has Angel Reese become the best player on the floor in this series? How did the supporting cast in Rhyne Howard, Naz Hillmon, Jordin Canada and rookie Isobel Borlace really step up in game 3? Later, Jackie and Howard try to diagnose  what exactly has been the issue for Golden State in this series. Later for our court vision segment, Howard and Jackie explain what’s so significant  about the WNBA Finals having some of the best ratings in league history.    Thumbnail Photo Credit:    Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese (5) has the ball in her hands in the first quarter during game three of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA on October 21, 2026. Photo Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images   Link to click that are referenced throughout the show:   Read Michael Waterloo’s latest on the Dream:  https://www.theixsports.com/features/the-atlanta-dream-reached-their-final-form-in-game-3-win/   Read Marisa Igemi’s latest on the Valkyries: https://www.theixsports.com/features/can-the-valkyries-offense-do-enough-to-come-back-in-the-finals/   Follow us & Subscribe on:   YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@TheIXSports   Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0vn5r287B0oS3wX2fHmLZ8?si=39f2fd261ec1467f   Apple Podcasts  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ix-sports-podcast/id1845604905   BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/theixsports.bsky.social   Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/theixsports/   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NCAA season is in full swing. This week, Maya is joined by NCAA beat reporter Emma Sullivan, to talk about collegiate hockey.  First, however, the Vancouver Goldeneyes have officially announced their new jerseys with their team logo and brand. In the #1 at the IX, Maya describes the new jerseys, shows some of the new images and talks about the design details.  Then, Emma joins the show to talk about the biggest headlines in the NCAA, as well as how new NCAA rules will impact the PWHL draft in 2027. Maya and Emma wrap up the show with Future Considerations. A few countries have released their World Championships rosters ahead of the November tournament, so Emma shares her thoughts on the college players who will head to Denmark.  Follow Emma on X: https://x.com/emmasul02 Follow Maya on X: https://x.com/mayaxeverysport Follow Emma on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootingw.sullivan/ See the new Vancouver Goldeneyes jerseys: https://www.thepwhl.com/en/teams/vancouver-goldeneyes/news/2026/october/21/vancouver-goldeneyes-unveil-first-jerseys-featuring-team-logo  Cover photo credit: University of Minnesota-DuluthJersey photo credit: PWHL Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The IX Sports' Soccer Insider Annie Peterson joined host Kathleen Gier for a wide-ranging conversation that included their impressions from the U.S. women's national team's pair of friendlies against Spain and an update on the NWSL standings ahead of the league's final two regular-season games. The two also discussed U.S. Soccer's announcement about the new domestic club tournament. Links: https://bsky.app/profile/anniempeterson.bsky.social https://www.theixsports.com/newsletter/us-soccer-new-womens-domestic-club-competition-no-start-date-soccer-insider/ https://www.theixsports.com/newsletter/crystal-dunn-honored-for-impact-on-womens-soccer/ https://www.theixsports.com/the-ix-soccer/how-the-uswnts-bench-changed-the-game-against-spain/ Photo credit: Jamie LeBlanc | Imagn Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of The IX Sports Podcast: College Basketball Edition, Michael Waterloo and Melissa Triebwasser are joined by a very special guest: Notre Dame women’s basketball head coach Niele Ivey! Coach Ivey joins us to break down what’s ahead for the Fighting Irish in an always competitive ACC. We dive into Hannah Hidalgo’s senior campaign, her growth on both ends of the floor, and the buzz surrounding her future at the next level. Coach also opens up about hitting the transfer portal for impact veterans like Madison St. Rose and Anaya Hardy, how she approaches balancing the portal with elite high school recruiting classes, and the art of preparing college athletes to thrive as pro-ready players in the WNBA. To wrap things up, we get into our quick-hitters, touching on Coach Ivey’s iconic sideline fits, her gameday superstitions, unforgettable memories cutting down the nets, and Arike Ogunbowale’s uncanny knack for hitting big-time buzzer-beaters. Make sure to like, subscribe, and tune in next week as we continue our conference previews by tackling the SEC! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy almost WNBA Finals! Howard Megdal and Jackie Powell are back to preview the series. First they invite Golden State Valkyries reporter Marisa Ingemi onto the show to discuss the many ways in which the Valkyries have defined the odds to take them to a WNBA Finals in just year two of existing as a franchise. Then Howard and Jackie discuss how the Dream made headlines this week and how they got Games 3 and 4 of the WNBA Finals to be played at State Farm Arena.Lastly for courtvision, Jackie and Howard begin to look ahead to what a very contemplative off-season looks like for the New York Liberty. Watch this space!    Thumbnail Photo Credit:   Left: Golden State Valkyries forward Gabby Williams (1) before game three of the first round for the 2026 WNBA Playoffs at Chase Center in San Francisco, California, on October 2, 206. Photo Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images Right: Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese (5) in action against the New York Liberty in the first quarter during game one of the second round for the 2026 WNBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia on October 4, 2026. . Photo Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images   Link to click that are referenced throughout the show:   Follow Marisa’s coverage at The IX and at Valkyries Beat:  https://www.theixsports.com/author/marisa-ingemi-2/ https://www.valkyriesbeat.com/  Read Howard’s column on the Atlanta Dream:  https://www.theixsports.com/newsletter/atlanta-dream-in-season-improvement-2026-wnba-finals-basketball-insider-angel-reese-jordin-canada/   Read Jackie’s latest New York Liberty dispatch:  https://www.theixsports.com/features/new-york-liberty-season-ended-represented-story-2026-season-breanna-stewart/ Follow us & Subscribe on:  YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@TheIXSports Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0vn5r287B0oS3wX2fHmLZ8?si=39f2fd261ec1467f Apple Podcasts  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ix-sports-podcast/id1845604905BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/theixsports.bsky.social Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/theixsports/   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cover photo credit: Michelle Jay In episode images credit: PWHL Follow LJ on X: https://x.com/leajamieb Follow Maya on X: https://x.com/mayaxeverysport Purple Posts episode about Calgary: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3uOGC4kh61ZjNeP9jUU0ci?si=AtrOI2djR-W2UclHvKlDkg Purple Posts episode about the mall arena: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5FvlyGvi9B5j8pmJPNGIWy LJ's reverse retro jerseys: https://www.theixsports.com/uncategorized/designing-pwhl-reverse-retro-jerseys-part-2-the-americans/ Eli's article about the San Jose x PWHL Day: https://www.theixsports.com/the-ice-garden/pwhl/inside-pwhl-san-jose-day-at-sap-center/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustyn Richardson of Bayou City Soccer joined host Kathleen Gier on this week's episode to talk about the Houston Dash, who parted ways with coach Fabrice Gautrat earlier this season. The team is currently in 12th place with three matches left in the regular season. Follow Dustyn: https://www.bayoucitysoccer.net/ https://bsky.app/profile/bayoucitysoccer.net https://www.youtube.com/@BayouCitySoccer Photo credit: Mike Watters | Imagn Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our conference previews continue as Michael Waterloo and Melissa Triebwasser dive into the newly reshaped Pac-12 and the perennial powerhouses of the Big East. They kick off the episode by reacting to the major recruiting news of five-star point guard Jazelle "GG" Banks committing to Dawn Staley and South Carolina over LSU and Texas, and what her signing means for the future of Gamecocks Women’s Basketball. Next, Michael and Melissa explore the reincarnation of the Pac-12 featuring incoming programs like Gonzaga, Colorado State, and San Diego State, discussing what it will take for this new league to recapture national prestige and navigate the NIL era. The duo then make their NCAA tournament picks and predictions in a conference draft for both the Big East and Pac-12, debating powerhouse programs like UConn and Villanova, dark horses like Creighton and St. John’s, and their top Player and Coach of the Year candidates in each league. Finally, they wrap up with their "New Face, New Place" segment, breaking down Butler's hire of head coach Maria Marchesano and what her return to Indianapolis means for the Bulldogs. Photo Credit: David Butler II    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Howard Megdal and Jackie Powell are back with a newsy episode of The IX Sports Podcast Women’s Basketball Edition. They can report that the WNBA has now opened an investigation into the reset timeout controversy involving Breanna Stewart, the New York Liberty and official Kevin Fahy during game 2 of the semifinals.   Why does this single incident represent two giant stories that Howard and Jackie have been reporting on all season long? What comes next for both the WNBA and the Liberty? And why have both Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu taken serious accountability for the reset timeout issue but their head coach, Chris DeMarco, hasn’t? Also, for courtvision, Jackie explains her latest column for Basketball Insider which examines the state of the Atlanta Dream and why she believes they are the most important franchise that is currently without a title. Thumbnail Photo Credit: Breanna Stewart warms up before a game against the Chicago Sky on August 29, 2026 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. Photo Credit: Hannah Kevorkian | The IX Sports Link to click that are referenced throughout the show: Read Jackie’s column on the Atlanta Dream: https://www.theixsports.com/newsletter/atlanta-dream-deferred-no-more-allisha-gray-playoff-status-update-basketball-insider/   Follow us & Subscribe on: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheIXSports Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/0vn5r287B0oS3wX2fHmLZ8?si=39f2fd261ec1467f Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ix-sports-podcast/id1845604905 BlueSkyhttps://bsky.app/profile/theixsports.bsky.social Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theixsports/  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The PWHL has been dropping news left, right, and centre, so there's plenty to talk about on this week's episode.Host Maya Smith kicks off the episode by talking about the brand-new PWHL expansion jerseys that hvae been released. She talks through the jersey release information and shows the new jerseys.Then she talks about the PWHL schedule for the 2026-27 season, as well as the new conferences the league has introduced, and the new playoff format. Maya also highlights some games that fans can circle on their calendars, the takeover tour situation and broadcasting details.Lastly, Maya talks about the training camp rosters that were released earlier this week. She talks about some familiar names at different camps, as well as some new exciting names from across USports, the NCAA, SDHL, and more!Follow Maya on X: https://x.com/mayaxeverysportSJ Training camp break down: https://www.theixsports.com/the-ice-garden/pwhl/breaking-down-pwhl-san-joses-training-camp-invitations/Hamilton Training Camp break down: https://www.theixsports.com/the-ice-garden/pwhl/a-look-at-pwhl-hamiltons-training-camp-invites/Thumbnail photo credit: PWHL Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anumita Jain joined host Kathleen Gier to talk about Gotham FC's loaded roster, position at the top of the table and chances to win another NWSL title. The two also made a few predictions about the other teams we might see competing in the postseason. Follow Anumita: https://bsky.app/profile/ajsportstat.bsky.social http://thebatsignal.beehiiv.com/subscribe https://www.theixsports.com/author/anumita-jain/ Photo credit: Mark Smith | Imagn Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Conference preview season rolls on with the Big Ten next up on The IX Sports Podcast College Basketball Edition! Melissa Triebwasser and Michael Waterloo dive into what might be the deepest conference in the country, breaking down the storylines, contenders, and dark horses shaping the league this season.First, Michael and Melissa examine reigning national champion UCLA after losing their "Super Six" to the WNBA, asking what Cori Close and the Bruins must do to defend their conference crown against a loaded field, and whether the Big Ten remains the undisputed toughest conference in college basketball.Then, the NCAA Tournament team draft returns as Melissa and Michael go head-to-head selecting the Big Ten programs they believe are locks or sleepers to punch tickets to the Big Dance. They survey the field from locks to bubble teams, reveal their picks for the Big Ten Tournament title game, and make their early selections for Conference Player and Coach of the Year.Finally, the show wraps up with the "New Face, New Place" spotlight on forward Nunu Agara, breaking down what her arrival via the portal brings to Brenda Frese’s Maryland squad and how she fits into the Terrapins’ championship aspirations.Photo Credit: Melissa Triebwasser Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s Part II of our comprehensive coverage from Big East Media day. Hear Howard Megdal’s one-on-one interviews with players and coaches from women’s basketball programs including Marquette, St. John's, DePaul, Villanova, Providence, DePaul and Seton Hall before the start of the 2026-2027 season. Also, Howard talks to new Commissioner Tim Brosnan about his vision and filling the shoes of Val Ackerman. 0:58 - Marquette 9:29 - St. John's 19:21 - DePaul 29:46 - Villanova 36:46 - Providence 43:49 - Seton Hall48:14 - Commissioner Time BrosnanThumbnail Photo Credit: Big East Commissioner Tim Brosnan speaks at 2026 Big East Media Day at Marriott Marquis on Oct 1, 2026 in New York, NY. Photo Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn ImagesLinks to click that are referenced throughout the show: Read the work of Tee Baker, our Big East beat reporter: https://www.theixsports.com/author/tee-baker/Follow us & Subscribe on: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheIXSportsSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/0vn5r287B0oS3wX2fHmLZ8?si=39f2fd261ec1467fApple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ix-sports-podcast/id1845604905BlueSkyhttps://bsky.app/profile/theixsports.bsky.socialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/theixsports/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Howard Megdal reports live from Big East media day and speaks to players and coaches from women’s basketball teams within the conference before the start of the 2026-2027 season. Hear one-on-one interviews from UConn’s Geno Auriemma and Sarah Strong, Xavier’s Billi Chambers and Mya Moore, Georgetown’s Darnell Haney and Brianna Byars, Butler’s Maria Marchesano and Saniya Jackson, and Creighton’s Jim Flanery and Ava Zediker.This is Part I of our Big East media day series. Tune in for Part II where Howard chats with players and coaches from Marquette, St. John's, DePaul, Villanova, Providence , Seton Hall and new Commissioner Tim Brosnan. 1:43 - UConn 19:13 - Xavier 28:13 - Georgetown 35:27 - Butler 44:13 - Creighton Thumbnail Photo Credit: Left: Connecticut Huskies forward Sarah Strong is interviewed at 2026 Big East Media Day at Marriott Marquis on Oct 1, 2026 in New York, NY. Photo Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn ImagesRight: Connecticut Huskies women's head coach Geno Auriemma speaks at 2026 Big East Media Day at Marriott Marquis on Oct 1, 2026 in New York, NY. Photo Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn ImagesLinks to click that are referenced throughout the show: Read the work of Tee Baker, our Big East beat reporter: https://www.theixsports.com/author/tee-baker/Follow us & Subscribe on: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheIXSportsSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/0vn5r287B0oS3wX2fHmLZ8?si=39f2fd261ec1467fApple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ix-sports-podcast/id1845604905BlueSkyhttps://bsky.app/profile/theixsports.bsky.socialInstagram https://www.instagram.com/theixsports/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The PWHL kicked off the week with a huge news dump, dropping the opening weekend schedule, the home opener schedule, and a Hockey Night in Canada partnership all on Monday morning. Host Maya Smith details Hockey Night in Canada's return for its 90th season of broadcasting, now as a partner of the PWHL. The channel will host 8 PWHL games this season. Then she is joined by Cameron Johnson, the creator behind Average Joe Sports Network. Johnson, a women's sports creator, talks about how he got into supporting women's sports, and why he cheers for the Vancouver Goldeneyes despite never having been to Canada. Lastly, Maya shares the matchups for PWHL opening weekend on December 5 and 6, featuring games between all 12 teams. The Vancouver Goldeneyes will kick off the season hosting the Seattle Torrent, and inaugural games in Las Vegas and San Jose will also be played. Follow Maya on X: https://x.com/mayaxeverysport Follow Cameron Johnson/Average Joe Sports Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/averagejoesportsnetwork/ Follow Cameron Johnson/Average Joe Sports Network on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajsnnnn?_r=1&_t=ZS-9A9GGj2d2iT Read more about opening weekend: https://www.theixsports.com/news/pwhl-announces-opening-weekend-home-openers-more Team Canada training camp roster: https://hockeycanada.ca/en-ca/team-canada/women/national/2026-27/selection-camp/camp-roster Photo credit: PWHL Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.