Zachary Draves (He/Him/His)
@draveszachary.bsky.social
Sports Journalist (SB Nation Swish Appeal, Sports Illustrated, Team NBS Media, First and Pen), Music Writer (MTV News, The Source), Educator/Adjunct Professor (Augustana College, Eastern Iowa Community College), aspiring filmmaker
www.swishappeal.com/wnba/2025/5/.... Here is my recap from the Chicago Sky and Dallas Wings game for SB Nation Swish Appeal.
The Chicago Sky showed off their winning formula in their first victory of the season
In a back-and-forth battle against the Dallas Wings, the Chicago Sky held on with some smart execution down the stretch to secure that coveted first win.
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May 31, 2025 at 1:51 AM
www.swishappeal.com/wnba/2025/5/.... Here is my recap from the Chicago Sky and Dallas Wings game for SB Nation Swish Appeal.
Chicago Sky starting five:
Kia Nurse
Ariel Atkins
Kamilla Cardoso
Angel Reese
Courtney Vandersloot
Kia Nurse
Ariel Atkins
Kamilla Cardoso
Angel Reese
Courtney Vandersloot
May 30, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Chicago Sky starting five:
Kia Nurse
Ariel Atkins
Kamilla Cardoso
Angel Reese
Courtney Vandersloot
Kia Nurse
Ariel Atkins
Kamilla Cardoso
Angel Reese
Courtney Vandersloot
Covering the Chicago Sky vs Dallas Wings game for SB Nation Swish Appeal.
May 29, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Covering the Chicago Sky vs Dallas Wings game for SB Nation Swish Appeal.
with 4:42 left in the first quarter, the Liberty lead the Sky 17-9.
New York is perfect from the three point line and shooting 77.8% from the field.
The Sky are only 27.3% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc.
New York is perfect from the three point line and shooting 77.8% from the field.
The Sky are only 27.3% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc.
May 23, 2025 at 12:13 AM
with 4:42 left in the first quarter, the Liberty lead the Sky 17-9.
New York is perfect from the three point line and shooting 77.8% from the field.
The Sky are only 27.3% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc.
New York is perfect from the three point line and shooting 77.8% from the field.
The Sky are only 27.3% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc.
Chicago Sky Starters:
Courtney Vandersloot
Ariel Atkins
Kia Nurse
Angel Reese
Kamilla Cardoso
Courtney Vandersloot
Ariel Atkins
Kia Nurse
Angel Reese
Kamilla Cardoso
May 22, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Chicago Sky Starters:
Courtney Vandersloot
Ariel Atkins
Kia Nurse
Angel Reese
Kamilla Cardoso
Courtney Vandersloot
Ariel Atkins
Kia Nurse
Angel Reese
Kamilla Cardoso
Back in Chicago for my third year covering the Sky for SB Nation Swish Appeal. Tonight the Sky take on the New York Liberty in their home opener.
May 22, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Back in Chicago for my third year covering the Sky for SB Nation Swish Appeal. Tonight the Sky take on the New York Liberty in their home opener.
I know its been while since I've been on here but here is my new Op Ed for SB Nation Swish Appeal on Angel Reese's outspokenness on mental health following the tragic death of LSU running back Kyren Lacy www.swishappeal.com/2025/4/13/24....
Op-Ed: Angel Reese’s call for mental wellness is a matter of increased urgency following LSU football tragedy
Trigger warning: This story contains sensitive content about suicide.
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April 13, 2025 at 11:57 PM
I know its been while since I've been on here but here is my new Op Ed for SB Nation Swish Appeal on Angel Reese's outspokenness on mental health following the tragic death of LSU running back Kyren Lacy www.swishappeal.com/2025/4/13/24....
www.swishappeal.com/2025/2/24/24.... Here is my recap of Iowa and UCLA for SB Nation Swish Appeal
Recap: After controversial foul call, Iowa comes up short of dramatic upset of No. 3 UCLA, 67-65
The Iowa Hawkeyes had victory in their hands before the UCLA Bruins snatched it away after a thrilling, back-and-forth battle.
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February 24, 2025 at 10:15 PM
www.swishappeal.com/2025/2/24/24.... Here is my recap of Iowa and UCLA for SB Nation Swish Appeal
www.swishappeal.com/2025/1/24/24.... Here is my take on the current state of Iowa Women's Basketball for SB Nation Swish Appeal.
Having snapped their five-game skid, the Iowa Hawkeyes still face an uphill battle in Big Ten play
Though they staunched a five-game losing streak with a convincing win over Washington, the Iowa Hawkeyes are likely to encounter more challenges ahead.
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January 24, 2025 at 12:24 PM
www.swishappeal.com/2025/1/24/24.... Here is my take on the current state of Iowa Women's Basketball for SB Nation Swish Appeal.
Reposted by Zachary Draves (He/Him/His)
In 1978, Jimmy Carter was the first president to host celebrations for champions of the three major professional sport leagues at that time—the NBA, NFL and MLB. Here with the Washington Bullets.
December 29, 2024 at 10:12 PM
In 1978, Jimmy Carter was the first president to host celebrations for champions of the three major professional sport leagues at that time—the NBA, NFL and MLB. Here with the Washington Bullets.
www.swishappeal.com/2024/12/29/2.... Here is my new Op-Ed for SB Nation Swish Appeal on the sexist and misogynistic comments towards WNBA players by male podcasters and the need for more men to call this out.
Op-Ed: It’s time for more men in sports media to call out the sexism leveled at Angel Reese, A’ja Wilson and all WNBA players
The latest round of diatribes by male podcasters towards WNBA players, including Angel Reese and A’ja Wilson, cannot just be called out by women. It’s time for real men to speak up.
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December 30, 2024 at 3:32 AM
www.swishappeal.com/2024/12/29/2.... Here is my new Op-Ed for SB Nation Swish Appeal on the sexist and misogynistic comments towards WNBA players by male podcasters and the need for more men to call this out.
www.swishappeal.com/2024/12/21/2.... Here is my recap for SB Nation Swish Appeal on last night's matchup between Iowa vs Northern Iowa.
Recap: Saved by Hannah Stuelke’s late-game heroics, No. 22 Iowa avoids huge upset by Northern Iowa
After leading by as many as 18 points, Iowa found themselves in a late-game fight with Northern Iowa. But due to the clutch play of Hannah Stuelke, the Hawkeyes avoided a huge upset, winning 92-86.
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December 22, 2024 at 12:58 AM
www.swishappeal.com/2024/12/21/2.... Here is my recap for SB Nation Swish Appeal on last night's matchup between Iowa vs Northern Iowa.
creators.spotify.com/pod/show/tia.... Here is my apperenace on the Podcast Beyond the Bounce hosted by Tia Reid where I discuss the history of activism in the WNBA.
Social Action in the WNBA by Beyond the Bounce: Exploring Women's Basketball at the Intersection of Sport and Culture
For this episode of Beyond the Bounce, I spoke with SB Nation's Zachary Draves to discuss the WNBA's history with social action and how it has become an integral part of the league's identity.
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December 12, 2024 at 6:53 PM
creators.spotify.com/pod/show/tia.... Here is my apperenace on the Podcast Beyond the Bounce hosted by Tia Reid where I discuss the history of activism in the WNBA.
www.swishappeal.com/wnba/2024/12.... Here is my new Op-Ed for SB Nation Swish Appeal on Caitlin Clark. @edgeofsports.bsky.social @mikewiseguy.bsky.social @justintinsley.bsky.social @anniecostabile.bsky.social @reneepwashington.bsky.social
In TIME Athlete of the Year interview, Caitlin Clark acknowledged her privilege—and exposed her supposed "defenders"
In her TIME Magazine Athlete of the Year, Caitlin Clark acknowledges her "white privilege." By doing so, she also revealed the true intentions of some her ardent "defenders."
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December 11, 2024 at 9:49 PM
www.swishappeal.com/wnba/2024/12.... Here is my new Op-Ed for SB Nation Swish Appeal on Caitlin Clark. @edgeofsports.bsky.social @mikewiseguy.bsky.social @justintinsley.bsky.social @anniecostabile.bsky.social @reneepwashington.bsky.social
www.swishappeal.com/2024/11/25/2.... Here is my recap for SB Nation Swish Appeal from yesterday's Iowa vs Washington State game.
Recap: Iowa Hawkeyes trounce Washington State, 72-43, to start season 6-0
Despite a largely underperforming performance on Sunday afternoon, the Iowa Hawkeyes are off to their best start in years.
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November 25, 2024 at 10:13 PM
www.swishappeal.com/2024/11/25/2.... Here is my recap for SB Nation Swish Appeal from yesterday's Iowa vs Washington State game.
Here is my recap from yesterday's Iowa vs Drake game for SB Nation Swish Appeal.
Recap: Behind a career day from Addison O’Grady, Iowa defeats Drake 86-73
Senior big Addison O’Grady’s inside game led the Iowa Hawkeyes to a win over the Drake Bulldogs, and to a 4-0 start to the season.
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November 18, 2024 at 12:38 PM
Here is my recap from yesterday's Iowa vs Drake game for SB Nation Swish Appeal.