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A New York Liberty fan paid $100 for a halftime scoreboard message honoring Jennifer Sey and XX-XY Athletics, which the team initially approved before changing the wording a day before the game. The Liberty refunded the payment and cited policy constraints, prompting the fan to allege censorship and vow to support the Fever and other women’s-sports groups instead. The incident feeds broader debates about fan expression at WNBA games.
Caitlin Clark appeared to ignore a high-five from Fever teammate Ty Harris late in Indiana’s 83-75 loss to the Liberty, a moment that sparked online chatter as Clark, despite a rough shooting night (10 points on 4-for-14), contributed nine assists and seven rebounds in a frustrating game with 1:26 left.
Sandy Brondello has been appointed as the first head coach of the Toronto Tempo after being fired by the New York Liberty, where she led the team to a championship and two Finals appearances. Her extensive experience and success make her a strong fit for the expansion franchise, while the Liberty continue their search for a new coach.
Former Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy reflects on his career, influential rulings like same-sex marriage and abortion rights, and expresses concern about the current Court's confrontational tone and the importance of civility in democracy.
The New York Liberty fired head coach Sandy Brondello after a disappointing season despite winning the previous WNBA title, citing a need for evolution and a long-term vision, with the team now seeking a coach with NBA experience to lead the team forward.
The New York Liberty have fired head coach Sandy Brondello and are considering eight potential candidates for her replacement, including assistant Sonia Raman and Baylor coach Nicki Collen, both of whom have significant coaching experience and successful track records.
The New York Liberty have decided not to renew Sandy Brondello's contract after she led them to their first WNBA championship in 2024, despite a challenging season marked by injuries and early playoff exit. Brondello, the team's most successful coach with a 107-53 record, is praised for her resilience and impact, but the organization is moving in a different direction.
Sandy Brondello will not have her contract renewed by the New York Liberty after leading them to their first WNBA title last year, with the team facing challenges this season due to injuries and a first-round playoff exit. Despite her departure, she is recognized as the most successful coach in franchise history, having also won a championship with the Phoenix Mercury.
The New York Liberty have parted ways with head coach Sandy Brondello after just one season following their WNBA championship win, citing the end of her contract and team performance issues, despite her being the franchise's most successful coach and leading them to consecutive finals.
The New York Liberty have decided not to renew coach Sandy Brondello's contract for the 2026 season, ending her tenure after leading the team to a historic championship and multiple playoff appearances, despite her players' support and a recent playoff exit.
The New York Liberty announced that head coach Sandy Brondello's contract will not be renewed after their first-round playoff exit, despite her historic success including a championship in 2024. The team finished the season with a 27-17 record and expressed gratitude for her contributions.
Sandy Brondello, the head coach of the New York Liberty and the franchise's winningest coach, was fired after leading the team to a WNBA championship in 2024 and a disappointing playoff exit in 2025, with the team citing a need for a new direction despite her successful tenure.
The New York Liberty faced numerous challenges during the 2025 season, which ultimately prevented them from defending their back-to-back WNBA titles, despite having talent and chemistry on their side.
The New York Liberty, despite playing with star Breanna Stewart, lost Game 2 to the Phoenix Mercury 86-60, tying their playoff series and forcing a decisive Game 3 in Phoenix, after a poor performance marked by sloppy play and shooting struggles.