Michelle Smith McDonald, APR
@macsmith413.bsky.social
Professional Communicator. Writer. Proud Spartan. Come for the women’s hoops, stay for the unsolicited advice.
Thoughts…
1) The @wnba should have figured out a way to get its expansion teams to the top of the draft. We are going to find out that what GSV accomplished this season is exception not the rule.
2) Sophie Cunningham is wrong.
3) Revenue share is absolutely a hill for the players to die on.
1) The @wnba should have figured out a way to get its expansion teams to the top of the draft. We are going to find out that what GSV accomplished this season is exception not the rule.
2) Sophie Cunningham is wrong.
3) Revenue share is absolutely a hill for the players to die on.
November 24, 2025 at 3:56 AM
Thoughts…
1) The @wnba should have figured out a way to get its expansion teams to the top of the draft. We are going to find out that what GSV accomplished this season is exception not the rule.
2) Sophie Cunningham is wrong.
3) Revenue share is absolutely a hill for the players to die on.
1) The @wnba should have figured out a way to get its expansion teams to the top of the draft. We are going to find out that what GSV accomplished this season is exception not the rule.
2) Sophie Cunningham is wrong.
3) Revenue share is absolutely a hill for the players to die on.
When a league that has 13 teams has 13 head coach openings in two years and 8 teams hire men,that is not progress….@WNBA
November 22, 2025 at 3:09 AM
When a league that has 13 teams has 13 head coach openings in two years and 8 teams hire men,that is not progress….@WNBA
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Hitting free agency soon.
DM’s are open.
DM’s are open.
November 13, 2025 at 2:16 AM
Hitting free agency soon.
DM’s are open.
DM’s are open.
In a room somewhere, “We’re not ending this shut down till we’ve ruined everybody’s holiday plans.”
November 7, 2025 at 6:22 PM
In a room somewhere, “We’re not ending this shut down till we’ve ruined everybody’s holiday plans.”
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Heading into Year 2 in the ACC, Cal head coach Charmin Smith spoke with our @macsmith413.bsky.social about an array of topics, including coaching a team with a lot of roster turnover, improving travel, and taking inspiration from the Golden State Valkyries.
Cal modeling after the Golden State Valkyries in Year 2 in the ACC - The IX Basketball
Charmin Smith and the Bears have veteran leadership in Lulu Twidale and fresh talent in Puff Morris to lead them back to the NCAA Tournament.
www.thenexthoops.com
October 26, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Heading into Year 2 in the ACC, Cal head coach Charmin Smith spoke with our @macsmith413.bsky.social about an array of topics, including coaching a team with a lot of roster turnover, improving travel, and taking inspiration from the Golden State Valkyries.
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Brian Schatz: "This is not about money. There is enough money to bail out Argentina with $20b. There is enough money to purchase a brand new aircraft for $173m for Noem. There is enough money to renovate the WH ballroom. What there isn't enough money for under this Republican government is you."
October 21, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Brian Schatz: "This is not about money. There is enough money to bail out Argentina with $20b. There is enough money to purchase a brand new aircraft for $173m for Noem. There is enough money to renovate the WH ballroom. What there isn't enough money for under this Republican government is you."
On National Coaches Day, a reminder that my book about one of the greatest coaches in history is coming out soon!! @triumphbooks.bsky.social
October 6, 2025 at 6:52 PM
On National Coaches Day, a reminder that my book about one of the greatest coaches in history is coming out soon!! @triumphbooks.bsky.social
That JuJu will miss the season doesn’t surprise me. That they announced it at this point surprises me a little.
September 29, 2025 at 1:20 AM
That JuJu will miss the season doesn’t surprise me. That they announced it at this point surprises me a little.
So there’s a big national protest planned for October 18 and they’re gathering the generals…
September 27, 2025 at 7:13 PM
So there’s a big national protest planned for October 18 and they’re gathering the generals…
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On Wednesday night in San Jose, Golden State’s unforgettable season ended with a 75-74 loss to the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx in the first round of the WNBA playoffs. @macsmith413.bsky.social writes about the Valkyries' unforgettable inaugural season.
Valkyries finish with guts, grit and a roaring crowd - The IX Basketball
Golden State’s unforgettable season ended with a 75-74 loss to the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx in the first round of the WNBA playoffs.
www.thenexthoops.com
September 18, 2025 at 5:07 PM
On Wednesday night in San Jose, Golden State’s unforgettable season ended with a 75-74 loss to the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx in the first round of the WNBA playoffs. @macsmith413.bsky.social writes about the Valkyries' unforgettable inaugural season.
OMG fix the review process @WNBA. This isn't good for your product.
September 18, 2025 at 3:23 AM
OMG fix the review process @WNBA. This isn't good for your product.
Never cared about the economy.
Never cared about free speech.
Never cared about making America healthy.
This is a raw power grab.
Never cared about free speech.
Never cared about making America healthy.
This is a raw power grab.
September 18, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Never cared about the economy.
Never cared about free speech.
Never cared about making America healthy.
This is a raw power grab.
Never cared about free speech.
Never cared about making America healthy.
This is a raw power grab.
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San Francisco Chronicle staff writer @mingemi.bsky.social on Game 2 of the Golden State Valkyries-Minnesota Lynx opening round playoff series taking place at the SAP Center instead of the Valks’ home court.
Listen to the full episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g...
Listen to the full episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g...
September 16, 2025 at 3:45 PM
San Francisco Chronicle staff writer @mingemi.bsky.social on Game 2 of the Golden State Valkyries-Minnesota Lynx opening round playoff series taking place at the SAP Center instead of the Valks’ home court.
Listen to the full episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g...
Listen to the full episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g...
Trump 'Couldn't Care Less' About Bringing The Country Together
www.huffpost.com
September 12, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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Coming in Feb. 2026: @macsmith413.bsky.social has written the definitive story of Tara VanDerveer, Stanford women's basketball, and an unmatched legacy of excellence. Pre-order LIFE'S WORK now: buff.ly/TaPeCHP
September 12, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Coming in Feb. 2026: @macsmith413.bsky.social has written the definitive story of Tara VanDerveer, Stanford women's basketball, and an unmatched legacy of excellence. Pre-order LIFE'S WORK now: buff.ly/TaPeCHP
Working with @triumphbooks.bsky.social on my bucket list project has been amazing and now there is almost a book about Tara, Stanford and the power of women’s leadership and legacy! Pre-order please.
September 11, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Working with @triumphbooks.bsky.social on my bucket list project has been amazing and now there is almost a book about Tara, Stanford and the power of women’s leadership and legacy! Pre-order please.
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"Welcome to the team SVP, Marketing & Communications, Kimberly Veale! Veale brings 15 years of experience in the WNBA & NBA. She joins the Fire after leading marketing and communications for one of the league’s most recent expansion franchises Golden State #Valkyries." fire.wnba.com/news/portlan...
Portland Fire Announces Executive Team Additions
Kimberly Veale Has Been Named Senior Vice President, Marketing and Communications; Kyle Burns as Vice President, Ticket Sales and Service PORTLAND, OR – The Portland Fire today announced the appointme...
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September 2, 2025 at 4:38 PM
"Welcome to the team SVP, Marketing & Communications, Kimberly Veale! Veale brings 15 years of experience in the WNBA & NBA. She joins the Fire after leading marketing and communications for one of the league’s most recent expansion franchises Golden State #Valkyries." fire.wnba.com/news/portlan...
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From @macsmith413.bsky.social, the Valkyries are playing for the postseason.
www.thenexthoops.com/features/at-...
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At present, the Valkyries are set up for the playoffs - The IX Basketball
Golden State’s magic number - the combination of Golden State wins and Los Angeles losses to secure a playoff spot, the first in league history for an expansion team, sits at three.
www.thenexthoops.com
September 1, 2025 at 7:15 PM
From @macsmith413.bsky.social, the Valkyries are playing for the postseason.
www.thenexthoops.com/features/at-...
www.thenexthoops.com/features/at-...
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The third quarter has not been the prettiest for either team but Golden State still leads Indiana, 50-43 with 3:17 remaining in the quarter. After make nine of their first 10 threes, the Valkyries have missed their last five.
@theixbasketball.bsky.social #WNBA #Valkyries
@theixbasketball.bsky.social #WNBA #Valkyries
September 1, 2025 at 2:38 AM
The third quarter has not been the prettiest for either team but Golden State still leads Indiana, 50-43 with 3:17 remaining in the quarter. After make nine of their first 10 threes, the Valkyries have missed their last five.
@theixbasketball.bsky.social #WNBA #Valkyries
@theixbasketball.bsky.social #WNBA #Valkyries
Stoppages for the broken clock side, replay reviews take ENTIRELY too long in the W. Add that to the fix-it list.
September 1, 2025 at 2:24 AM
Stoppages for the broken clock side, replay reviews take ENTIRELY too long in the W. Add that to the fix-it list.
I mean they could show the crowd the Sparks game...
September 1, 2025 at 1:35 AM
I mean they could show the crowd the Sparks game...
Another clock issue. And we wait.
September 1, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Another clock issue. And we wait.
Looks like we might be getting ready to play with sideline clocks. This a big hiccup. Honestly, first one all season.
September 1, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Looks like we might be getting ready to play with sideline clocks. This a big hiccup. Honestly, first one all season.
Teams leaving the floor because of a technical issue is, well, not good. Clock issue delay going on 25 minutes at Ballhalla.
September 1, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Teams leaving the floor because of a technical issue is, well, not good. Clock issue delay going on 25 minutes at Ballhalla.
The clock isn't working at Ballhalla. I suggest unplugging it, waiting 30 seconds and plugging it in again.
September 1, 2025 at 12:46 AM
The clock isn't working at Ballhalla. I suggest unplugging it, waiting 30 seconds and plugging it in again.