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Rapinoe and Bird split after a decade as retirement challenges their bond
entertainment1 month ago

Rapinoe and Bird split after a decade as retirement challenges their bond

Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird announced their split after nearly ten years together in a joint statement, saying the decision was mutual and made with love. An insider claims that retirement life led to them spending excessive time together, and small disagreements gradually grew into bigger tensions, ultimately driving them apart. They stressed they will remain supportive of each other, and will release a few more podcast episodes before definitively closing this chapter of their lives.

via Daily Mail|
#breakup#entertainment#megan-rapinoe
Bird and Rapinoe Split, Plan Six-Episode Farewell to A Touch More
sports1 month ago

Bird and Rapinoe Split, Plan Six-Episode Farewell to A Touch More

WNBA star Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announce their breakup and say their joint podcast A Touch More will end with six special episodes, after which Bird will continue with Bird’s Eye View and join NBC/Peacock as a studio analyst while Rapinoe launches a World Cup–focused edition and a new solo show; both say they’ll remain connected to fans and evolve their media careers.

via New York Post|
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Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe end decadelong relationship, charting separate paths
entertainment1 month ago

Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe end decadelong relationship, charting separate paths

Olympic champions Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announced they are separating after a decade together in a joint Instagram post, saying the decision was mutual and that their podcast A Touch More will end; they expressed gratitude for their supportive community as Bird prepares to join NBC/Peacock as a 2026 WNBA studio analyst and pursue new ventures.

via New York Post|
#a-touch-more#breakup#entertainment
Caitlin Clark's WNBA Journey: Challenges, Highlights, and Future Hopes
sports2 years ago

Caitlin Clark's WNBA Journey: Challenges, Highlights, and Future Hopes

Sue Bird empathizes with Caitlin Clark's early struggles in the WNBA, drawing parallels to her own career start. Bird, now a part-owner of the Seattle Storm, believes that upcoming changes in media rights and collective bargaining agreements will significantly improve the WNBA landscape, including better salaries and more teams. Bird also highlights the positive impact of NIL deals and the potential for a WNBA G League, while enjoying her post-basketball career and focusing on elevating underrepresented voices through her production company.

via The Associated Press|
#caitlin-clark#sports#sports-business
"Sue Bird Predicts Early Success for Record-Breaking Caitlin Clark in WNBA"
sports2 years ago

"Sue Bird Predicts Early Success for Record-Breaking Caitlin Clark in WNBA"

WNBA legend Sue Bird believes Iowa's Caitlin Clark's long-distance shooting ability will lead to early success in the league, potentially even earning her an All-Star spot in her first year. Bird also discussed the possibility of Clark joining the WNBA and highlighted the attention around her as a result of the evolution of women's sports, particularly basketball. Whether Clark stays at Iowa or moves to the WNBA, all eyes will be on her, and Bird sees her as uniquely positioned to take advantage of the current moment in women's basketball.

via USA TODAY|
#basketball#caitlin-clark#iowa
"Caitlin Clark's Record-Breaking Rise to WNBA All-Star Prediction"
sports2 years ago

"Caitlin Clark's Record-Breaking Rise to WNBA All-Star Prediction"

WNBA legend Sue Bird believes that Iowa star Caitlin Clark has the potential to be a WNBA All-Star in her rookie year, citing her long-distance shooting as a key strength. Bird also emphasized that the current era of play complements Clark's style and encouraged her to go pro if she were in her position. Clark's captivating play and the current momentum of women's basketball were also highlighted as factors contributing to her potential success at the professional level.

via The Athletic|
#basketball#caitlin-clark#iowa
Sue Bird: Global Ambassador for 2026 Women's Basketball World Cup
sports2 years ago

Sue Bird: Global Ambassador for 2026 Women's Basketball World Cup

Sue Bird, the retired U.S. basketball player, has been named the global ambassador for the 2026 Women's Basketball World Cup. Bird, a nine-time major international gold medalist, takes over the role from Pau Gasol. The women's tournament will expand to 16 teams in 2026, and FIBA aims to promote and grow the women's game on all levels. Bird's appointment is seen as a significant step in elevating women's basketball and inspiring young girls to dream big.

via ESPN|
#ambassador#basketball-hall-of-fame#fiba
Megan Rapinoe's Retirement Sparks Emotional Reactions from Sue Bird and USWNT at ESPY Awards
sports2 years ago

Megan Rapinoe's Retirement Sparks Emotional Reactions from Sue Bird and USWNT at ESPY Awards

Megan Rapinoe's partner, Sue Bird, and her U.S. Women's National teammates, Christen Press and Tobin Heath, praised the soccer star at the ESPY Awards following her announcement of retirement. Bird joked about Rapinoe's "retirement F.O.M.O" and highlighted her impact off the field. The couple plans to focus on their production company, A Touch More, and tell untold stories. Press and Heath also expressed admiration for Rapinoe's leadership and her ongoing fight for equal pay. The U.S. Women's National soccer team is being honored with the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage at the ESPY Awards.

via Entertainment Tonight|
#espy-awards#megan-rapinoe#retirement
Megan Rapinoe steals the show at Sue Bird's jersey retirement ceremony.
sports3 years ago

Megan Rapinoe steals the show at Sue Bird's jersey retirement ceremony.

Megan Rapinoe praised Sue Bird's career as "arguably the best" during her jersey retirement ceremony, sparking a debate on Twitter among basketball fans. While Bird is headed for the Basketball Hall of Fame, some fans disagreed with Rapinoe's statement. Bird spent 20 years in the WNBA, winning four championships and five Olympic gold medals. Rapinoe and Bird have been together since 2017 and got engaged in October 2020.

via Fox News|
#basketball#megan-rapinoe#retirement