Atlanta Dream Could Be A Force In The WNBA
May 18, 2009 by Lyndsey D'Arcangelo
Filed under Basketball
Last year, the Atlanta Dream didn’t do so well. This was to be expected from an expansion team, as the players learn how to play with one another and function together on the court.
But after obtaining a dismal 4-30 record (the worst in the WNBA’s 2008 season) the Dream made some impressive off-season moves and have positioned themselves to have a successful season.
With the number one pick in the draft, the Dream drafted Angel McCoughtry, the former Louisville star who proved to be both an offensive and defensive force throughout the NCAA tournament. In addition, the Dream also signed free …read more
The Atlanta Dream Sign Chamique Holdsclaw
April 20, 2009 by Lyndsey D'Arcangelo
Filed under Basketball
In 2007, former Tennessee standout Chamique Holdsclaw retired from the WNBA.
Many people, including myself, were shocked by her abrupt departure. There were rumors that Holdsclaw was depressed and that she had lost her love for the game. Though she had played in the WNBA for seven seasons and averaged 17.7 points per game, Holdsclaw never seemed as comfortable or motivated in the WNBA as she did at Tennessee under Pat Summit’s guidance.
Sometimes it’s good to step away from things and situations in order to get a better perspective. Two years after her sudden retirement, Holdsclaw is returning to the WNBA …read more




