#NGWSD: Women In Sports Media Q&A
In honor of the 30th annual Women and Girls in Sports Day, Fever head coach Stephanie White joined Doug Feinberg of the Associated Press for a Twitter Q&A to discuss ‘Women in Sports Media’.
Let's go, get the questions flowing! #APWsports
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
What are you most excited about for this WNBA Season?
Most excited for league parity! We saw more if last year and I think it will b even better this year! #APWSports https://t.co/iLrJz3fYA2
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
Was it hard transitioning from player to coach?
Not really,always loved watching film,strategizing,etc as a player.Just goes to another level n coaching.#APWSports https://t.co/6eGJKuRrEa
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
Do you have a sports hero?
Billie Jean King, Nancy Leiberman, Anne Meyers, Martina! All of the great trailblazers! #APWSports https://t.co/qSb3snIfKW
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
What’s your favorite WNBA arena to be a visitor in?
Ohh that's tough, gotta go with MSG, this the old Forum was pretty awesome! #APWSports https://t.co/V0NWL3u0yG
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
Every athlete at any level has that ONE thing they couldn’t overcome…What was yours?
Besides lack of athleticism?Wish I would have taken it easy on myself mentally,was own worst enemy. #APWSports https://t.co/RH1aOdYKUZ
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
What is it like coaching champions?
Incredible! We have the most amazing women-strong,fearless,authentic. They represent the best of sport! #APWSports https://t.co/EUNTSN1R3K
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
With Becky Hammon’s success moving from the WNBA to NBA would you ever consider a jump if given the opportunity?
If the right opportunity presented itself I absolutely would! #APWSports https://t.co/5D9ztQMTWn
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
What was your favorite game to play in not named Mackey Arena or Seeger High School?
Old field house at Wisconsin, & St. John arena at Osu. #APWSports https://t.co/6JeqN26kh8
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
What’s your favorite part of being a coach in the WNBA?
The chess match w/amazing coaches,watching &coaching best players n the world. #APWSports https://t.co/AeUCW13WuS
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
How has the WNBA changed the landscape of girls basketball at the youth level now vs. your youth league (before the league’s inception)?
Female role models to watch,I didn't have that. They can dream of being a pro! It all starts w/a dream! #APWSports https://t.co/4g56yuHprE
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
What are your thoughts on the new playoff rules, especially 3rd and 4th seed single elimination rounds?
Like the scenarios,dislike the 2nd round single elimination. #APWSports https://t.co/8n451hLEAP
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
What traits/experience do you think a WNBA president should have?
Great bus mind,strong marketing, would b awesome 2 have been a former player that gets both sides. #APWSports https://t.co/SrABgxsIiW
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
How do you define success at the end of a long day?
Feeling really good about the prep, execution, & if I've had a blast calling the game! #APWSports https://t.co/Cmkv9goGxB
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
Is there a rule (or rules) that could be implemented in the WNBA to make the sport “better”?
Idk if there's 1 specifically, but we have taken good steps toward making it more enjoyable. #APWSports https://t.co/ghDTutm7RX
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
What jumps off the page to you as the WNBA enters its 20th season?
How much better the game is & players r. More athletic,versatile, strong,fierce,competitive! Love it! #APWSports https://t.co/oruXBIWjfV
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
What is the best piece of advice (career or other) that you have received?
Read,study,over prepare! Always remember someone is seeing our game for the 1st time! #APWSports https://t.co/7Joy37I3Fg
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
What is your best memory as a player in the NCAA or WNBA?
Wining championships of course, but being able to play at every level in my home state was awesome! https://t.co/HEHvQQ8AW5
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016
This was awesome! Thanks everyone for participating. #APWSports
— stephanie white (@StephanieWhite) February 3, 2016