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- Commentary
W roundtable: Should women support a female-less Augusta National?
Bubba Watson's playoff win entertained fans and earned him a green jacket Sunday, but should women have been watching or taking a stand against the all-male club? Our panel weighs in.
Apr 9 | By espnW
- More Sports
Lisa Leslie accomplishes another basketball first
Lisa Leslie is used to making history when it comes to women's hoops. Her newest role as a trailblazer: team owner.
Mar 29 4:06 PM ET | By Amanda Rykoff
- Commentary
W roundtable: The teams that will rule the tourney
From underdogs and upsets to undeniable No. 1s, our writers break down their men's and women's championship picks in this week's W roundtable.
Mar 12 | By espnW
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Rykoff: Nine female contestants vying to be part of MLB's Fan Cave
This season, women get to join MLB's Fan Cave, where their reactions to watching baseball games will be registered on social media.
Mar 8 5:35 PM ET | By Amanda Rykoff
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Rykoff: Texas A&M student trying to become school's first female yell leader
In the 105-year history of the Texas A&M yell leaders, there has never been a female at the helm. One student, Samantha Ketcham, is trying to snap the trend and become the first woman to lead the Aggies' yells.
Feb 27 5:14 PM ET | By Amanda Rykoff
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Fatima Maddox is newest female Globetrotter
Fatima "TNT" Maddox has the ballhandling skills necessary to hold her own on the court as a Harlem Globetrotter rookie, but more importantly, she's using her position in the spotlight to give back.
Feb 24 | By Amanda Rykoff
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Rykoff: I ran for president (sort of)
Amanda Rykoff is kind of obsessed with mascots. So it was only a given that she 'run for president' with the Washington Nationals.
Feb 27 2:50 PM ET | By Amanda Rykoff
- Commentary
Predictions, wishes for the MLB season
Pitchers and catchers have reported. Opening Day is looming. espnW's writers are looking ahead to spring training and beyond to offer some predictions for their favorite hometown teams.
Feb 20 2:13 PM ET | By espnW
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Inside the stats that created 'Moneyball'
"Moneyball" brought stats to the mainstream audience; espnW's Amanda Rykoff explains them.
Feb 16 | By Amanda Rykoff
- Commentary
The sports we're tuning into now
Football is in the rearview mirror. What should you watch to satiate your appetite for competition? espnW's contributors weigh in with their picks.
Feb 7 | By espnW
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Squash captivates Grand Central crowd
A glass-court competition in the most unlikely of venues attracts top players from around the world and sold-out crowds.
Jan 27 | By Amanda Rykoff
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Maria Sharapova has designs on fashion
Maria Sharapova's latest dress, which made its debut in Australia, has a name that matches the ambition of her game: The Statement Slam.
Jan 25 11:36 AM ET | By Amanda Rykoff
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The biggest offseason storylines
With pitchers and catchers set to report in the next month, espnW's Amanda Rykoff recounts the offseason that was for each team in the majors.
Jan 23 | By Amanda Rykoff
- Commentary
W roundtable: Serena's out, so who's in?
Serena's loss opens up the Australian Open for the rest of the field. Sharapova? Wozniacki? Clijsters? Our columnists disagree on who will take advantage.
Jan 23 | By espnW
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W roundtable: Evans' comeback inspires on many levels
Janet Evans is headed to the Olympic trials at the age of 40. Our panel chimes in on what her story says about competitive drive, age and inspiration.
Jan 17 | By espnW
- Commentary
Saying goodbye to a pinstriped gem
Amanda Rykoff, espnW's Yankee superfan, recalls some of Jorge Posada's greatest hits as the longtime catcher prepares to retire.
Jan 12 | By Amanda Rykoff
- Commentary
W roundtable: Kicking the tires on Danica
As she moves to NASCAR, Danica Patrick will undeniably bring attention and money to the sport, but not everyone is feeling the buzz.
Jan 12 | By espnW
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W roundtable: Wild-card games ripe for upsets
Houston is set for its first playoff game, but will it be one-and-done? Can Tim Tebow find fourth-quarter magic again? Our panelists make their wild-card picks.
Jan 5 | By espnW
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W roundtable: Making our 'naughty' and 'nice' lists
'Tis the season for "naughty" and "nice," and we're afraid Marion Barber has not brought holiday cheer to Chicago Bears fans.
Dec 22 | By espnW
- Commentary
W roundtable: 'Tis the season to be resolute
Resolving to eat healthier, exercise more or be a better person? That's so 2011. This year we're suggesting resolutions for the sports figures in our lives.
Dec 22 | By espnW
- College Sports
Brandi Chastain breaks down the final four
The former NCAA, World Cup and Olympic star talks about the College Cup teams and what they're experiencing as they prep for the semis.
Dec 1 | By Amanda Rykoff
- College Sports
Inside the quarterfinals with Brandi Chastain
The former World Cup and Olympic star tells us the players and matchups to watch in the NCAA final eight.
Nov 23 | By Amanda Rykoff
- College Sports
Inside the game with Brandi Chastain
Former NCAA soccer, World Cup and Olympics star Brandi Chastain takes a look at her alma mater, Santa Clara University, as playoffs begin.
Nov 11 | By Amanda Rykoff
- Athlete's Life
Director Anne Buford elevates basketball dreams
As the documentary "ELEVATE" hits theaters, espnW caught up with its director to hear about her love of basketball and what inspired her to make the film.
Nov 4 | By Amanda Rykoff
- More Sports
Yes, we have bananas
Our Yankees superfan, Amanda Rykoff, shares her thoughts on the World Series. Today, she revels in the craziness of the Cardinals' improbable Game 6 win.
Oct 28 | By Amanda Rykoff
Columnists
Mechelle Voepel
- Voepel: UConn wins NCAA-tying eighth championship
(04/09/2013) - Voepel: Hatchell, Staley elected to Naismith Hall of Fame
(04/08/2013)
Michelle Smith
Sarah Spain
- TWSS: UFC stages first all-female fight
(02/20/2013) - Spain: Nothing but love for Michael Jordan
(02/15/2013)
Jane McManus
- McManus: Ravens' Ihedigbo is always prepared
(12/06/2012) - McManus: Female athletes pay steep price for controversies
(11/28/2012)
Graham Hays
- Halftime analysis: Cal 37, Louisville 27
(04/07/2013) - Hays: Louisville still the life of the party
(04/07/2013)
