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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 7h

A’ja Wilson’s last-second bucket propels Aces to 3-0 lead in WNBA Finals nypost.com/2025/10/08/s...

A’ja Wilson’s bucket in closing seconds propel Aces to 3-0 lead in WNBA Finals

A’ja Wilson’s only basket in the final four minutes of the fourth quarter of Game 3 of the WNBA Finals Wednesday night was her biggest one yet.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 11h

Good evening from Phoenix

Game 3 of the WNBA Finals 🔜

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 13h

With the Aces boasting one of the most efficient offenses in the league, Becky Hammon said some of her influences include Brad Stevens, Pop, Kerr and Sandy Brondello.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 17h

Breanna Stewart was named to All-Defensive second team. It’s her sixth consecutive year making all-defensive.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 21h

What separates A’ja Wilson from the rest of the pack is her ability to inflict fear into opposing teams like an apex predator staring down its prey.

Story on the 4x MVP’s unteachable trait powering Aces’ dominance and growing her legend: nypost.com/2025/10/08/s...

A’ja Wilson’s unteachable trait powering Aces’ dominance and growing her legend

Aces star A’ja Wilson is worthy of the attention that comes with being a four-time league MVP, two-time WNBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 5d

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 6d

Quick newser on Caitlin Clark's exit interview today, during which she backed Napheesa Collier after her scalding criticism of WNBA leadership.

"Phee said it all." nypost.com/2025/10/02/s...

Caitlin Clark backs Napheesa Collier after scalding criticism of WNBA leadership: ‘Said it all’

Clark said Collier “made a lot of very valid points” and stressed the importance of having “great leadership in this time across all levels.”

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 7d

I’m well aware he is Cathy’s boss. The column is about having a commissioner who’s a progressive leader and strong communicator.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 7d

The WNBA needs to find its Adam Silver — but that may have to wait nypost.com/2025/10/01/s...

The WNBA needs to find its Adam Silver — but that may have to wait

Players having a complex and sometimes contentious relationship with the league commissioner is nothing new. The NBA’s Adam Silver is an anomaly.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 7d

Last Liberty newsletter for a minute:

Ten thoughts on Liberty's playoff letdown and WNBA offseason ahead nypost.com/2025/10/01/s...

Ten thoughts on the Liberty’s playoff letdown — and the monumental offseason ahead

The Liberty had so much talent on paper, but never got healthy enough to really put the pieces together.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 12d

Jonathan Kolb: ‘Utmost confidence’ Liberty Big 3 want to return in WNBA’s mega free agency nypost.com/2025/09/25/s...

Jonathan Kolb: ‘Utmost confidence’ Liberty Big 3 want to return in WNBA’s mega free agency

Speculation ran rampant online after Sandy Brondello’s ousting.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 13d

Pressure doesn't intimidate Jonathan Kolb, nor should it considering what the Liberty pride themselves on.

He knows the importance of his next move. “We need to nail this.”

Kolb on why he didn’t keep Sandy Brondello and what his vision is moving forward: nypost.com/2025/09/25/s...

Liberty GM reveals why team fired Sandy Brondello — and the vision for her replacement

The Liberty fired Brondello, the winningest coach in the franchise’s history, on Tuesday after a title defense that fell well short of expectations.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 13d

Jonathan Kolb said Emma Meesseman is very "mission based." He said she doesn't make decisions before necessary and he doesn't know what Emma's plans are.

In terms of Liberty interest level in bringing her back, Kolb said, "Initially yes" but depends on what new coach wants.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 13d

Jonathan Kolb: "We need to evolve, we need to be more innovative, we need to be more adaptive right now."

Wants to be "somewhat bullet proof" in the way to approach the season, adjust and have a proper cadence to be peaking come playoff time.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 13d

Jonathan Kolb said the Liberty have a "very clear vision" of what they're looking for, but doesn't want to publicly share it right now because he doesn't want the qualities they want in their next head coach to insinuate Sandy Brondello was lacking them.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 13d

Jonathan Kolb: "I have the utmost confidence that [Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones] want to be back" with the Liberty next season.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 13d

Jonathan Kolb said Leonie Fiebich broke her rib in Game 3.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 13d

Jonathan Kolb said the Liberty are still evaluating the rest of the coaching staff.

Olaf Lange will be leaving with Sandy Brondello.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 13d

Jonathan Kolb said Nyara Sabally will not play this offseason as she looks rehab her knee.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 13d

Quick breaking news story: Liberty GM reveals why team fired Sandy Brondello a year after WNBA title

Will do a write thru after Jonathan Kolb finishes his press conference. nypost.com/2025/09/25/s...

Liberty GM reveals why team fired Sandy Brondello a year after WNBA title

The Liberty fired Brondello, the winningest coach in the franchise’s history, on Tuesday after a title defense that fell well short of expectations.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 15d

The deed is done. Jonathan Kolb decided the Liberty needed a new voice and coach.

Now the Liberty GM can’t afford to get the next one wrong. nypost.com/2025/09/23/s...

Only one thing is certain in Liberty’s post-Sandy Brondello world

Jonathan Kolb did it. The Liberty general manager pulled the lever, ejecting Sandy Brondello out of the pilot seat to leave a giant vacancy in one of the franchise’s most important roles.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 15d

The Liberty signed Sandy Brondello to a two-year extension, with a team option in 2026, after winning a title in 2024, sources told The Post.

She had been feeling the pressure for some time. Game 2 blow out at home might've been the final straw.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 15d

A surprise to no one: Breanna Stewart will be at Unrivaled this season.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 15d

Liberty dump head coach Sandy Brondello just one year after winning WNBA title nypost.com/2025/09/23/s...

Liberty dump head coach Sandy Brondello just one year after winning WNBA title

Just one year after leading the Liberty to a breakthrough WNBA championship, Sandy Brondello is out as head coach.

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Madeline Kenney @madkenney.bsky.social · 15d

BREAKING: Sandy Brondello won’t be coaching the Liberty next season.

The team decided not to renew her contract.

Search for her replacement is on.

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