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TWSS: Realignment makes Wings-Hawks series special
The Blackhawks and Red Wings will square off in the Western Conference semifinals, and in this week's TWSS, Sarah Spain explains why this final go-round will be one to remember.
May 15 1:10 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
W Debate
W Debate: Can any team from the West contend with Miami?
It's inevitable the Heat will emerge from the East. But which Western team will join them? And how much of a fighting chance do they have?
May 6 | By espnW
Smith: Sports moms personify victory, defeat
There's nothing quite like being a mom and raising an athlete. Michelle Smith writes about the rewarding experience of her child playing sports -- that is, when she can stomach watching.
May 10 2:50 PM ET | By Michelle Smith
The Buzz That Was
Fired up in The Buzz That Was
We'll let Phyllis Tobias' middle digit let you know what we think of the cavemen at Maxim. Obviously, they couldn't handle a real woman.
May 10 7:01 PM ET | By D'Arcy Maine
McManus: Firing highlights double standard
TV sports reporter Susannah Collins was fired because of the same videos that had gotten her noticed, highlighting the bind women face in an industry based on looks.
May 10 5:35 PM ET | By Jane McManus
Granderson: Sloane Stephens learning from Serena Williams
For anyone who truly understands what it takes to be the best, this dustup between Sloane Stephens and Serena Williams is just business as usual.
May 8 3:05 PM ET | By LZ Granderson
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TWSS: Top Twitter follows for NBA postseason
In this week's "That's What She Said," Sarah Spain invites you to pull up a virtual seat alongside her and follow some of her favorite funny sources for NBA tweets.
May 8 4:08 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
Man Up
Man Up: Val Ackerman chats with LA Galaxy coach Bruce Arena
In Val Ackerman's latest Man Up column, acclaimed men's soccer coach Bruce Arena talks about why he sees a great future for the women's game in the United States.
May 7 3:53 PM ET | By Val Ackerman
W Debate
W Debate: The move to be WNBA's most improved
Phoenix won the lottery, but Washington and Tulsa made big offseason moves. Who will be the WNBA's most improved team? That's up for debate.
May 6 | By espnW
'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' has always existed in sports media
Brittney Griner and Jason Collins recently acknowledged their sexuality in different ways, which begs the question of what role we the media should play in "outing" sports figures.
May 1 4:54 PM ET | By Mechelle Voepel
The Buzz That Was
Relax, like Johnny Manziel, AJ McCarron
Here’s an idea: The Westboro Baptist Church should join Johnny Manziel and AJ McCarron on vacation and learn to relax. Meanwhile, as always, we spread the cheer in The Buzz That Was.
May 8 9:33 AM ET | By D'Arcy Maine
That's What She Said
TWSS: Hey Skylar, dig this list of demands
Skylar Diggins is one of the most marketable basketball players in history, and in this week's TWSS, Sarah Spain explains what should have been on her wish list before signing with Jay-Z's Roc Nation.
May 1 4:36 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
Herman: An open letter to hockey analyst Don Cherry
Former sports reporter Robin Herman was shocked by Don Cherry's recent comments about women in the locker room, but not for the reasons you'd suspect.
May 1 8:47 AM ET | By Robin Herman
W Debate
W Debate: What's next for free agent Tim Tebow
In the first W Debate, Jane McManus and Sarah Spain discuss what Tim Tebow will need to do to stay in the NFL now that the Jets have released him.
Apr 29 | By espnW
The Buzz That Was
Jarvis Jones stars in tasty week
Eric Decker and Jessie James say “I do” to a reality show, Jarvis Jones eats a sandwich likeness of his face, and Skylar Diggins signs up with Jay-Z, so there’s plenty to savor in “The Buzz That Was.”
Apr 26 3:02 PM ET | By D'Arcy Maine
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TWSS: Phil Jackson should go to Cleveland
When Cleveland reached out to Phil Jackson about its coaching vacancy, the legendary coach reportedly dismissed the idea quickly, but in this week's "That's What She Said," Sarah Spain says he should have jumped at the gig.
Apr 25 1:44 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
McManus: Visiting a pre-Title IX world
In Georgia and Azerbaijan, Jane McManus talked with women and girls who are just beginning to dream of getting the chance to participate in or cover sports.
Apr 25 2:07 PM ET | By Jane McManus
W roundtable
W roundtable: Which QB will find NFL success?
There seems to be a shortage of surefire QB stars in this year's draft class, but some serviceable choices remain. Here's who our writers are picking to find success at the next level.
Apr 22 | By espnW
Fagan: What exactly does it mean to be an openly gay athlete?
What exactly does it mean to be an openly gay athlete? Well, the recent news surrounding Brittney Griner shows the changing dialogue around gay athletes in sports.
Apr 20 12:27 AM ET | By Kate Fagan
Hill: Brittney Griner's clear, inspirational message
The simplicity in Brittney Griner's announcement was striking, and telling. It said a lot about who she is, and it sent a clear, inspirational message to any person who might be considering coming out.
Apr 25 1:57 PM ET | By Jemele Hill
Man Up
Man Up: Val Ackerman talks with sports TV consultant Neal Pilson
Sports TV consultant Neal Pilson dissects the evolution of women's sports on TV, the current state of network interest, where programming is headed and more.
Apr 20 8:18 PM ET | By Val Ackerman
The Buzz That Was
A little laughter in a tragic week
Before we get to the funny stuff from Adam Scott, Chandler Harnish and Gabby Douglas during this somber week, The Buzz That Was leads off with an emotional national anthem by the fans in Boston.
Apr 19 2:15 PM ET | By D'Arcy Maine
McManus: Azerbaijani women rewriting their athletic history
espnW contributor Jane McManus is on a trip with State Department exchange trip to Azerbaijan and Georgia to empower young women through sports.
Apr 24 10:55 AM ET | By Jane McManus
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TWSS: Swoopes, Delle Donne may help women's hoops popularity in Chicago
In a city rich with basketball history, women's basketball has struggled to sustain popularity in Chicago. The additions of two prominent names could change that.
Apr 17 3:46 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
W roundtable
W roundtable: Can anyone beat the Heat?
With the NBA regular season ending, is another Miami championship a foregone conclusion? Our writers weigh in with possible upset picks.
Apr 15 | By espnW

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