A'ja Wilson vs Breanna Stewart

Samantha is joined by WNBA Champion Alaina Coates who is currently playing out in Türkiye (Turkey).
Alaina about her journey from first playing basketball to one of her biggest highlights, winning the WNBA Championship in 2023 with the Las Vegas Aces.
Samantha has some quick fire questions and then Alaina drops some wisdom on her 5 day a week training routine.
Michelle and James are over the moon to announce that Across The Pond WNBA has been nominated for Best Basketball Podcast by Sports Podcast Awards.
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Michelle and James are sad the season is over but over the moon and shocked at the final outcome of game 4, but the question is was Becky? We got the answers in this episode.
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Michelle and James breakdown game 2 of the finals.
Everyone wants a WNBA team in their city from Boston to Oakland and Becky won’t let the MVP award go
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Michelle and James finally get to talk about an expansion team and its landing in the Bay Area.
Hamby files a lawsuit against the Aces and Skylar takes a shot at the Mercury.
We talk finals between the New York Liberty v Las Vegas Aces
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Michelle and James celebrate awards season and discuss the addition of a new award.
We talk about Natasha Cloud one of the players in the league that will and can put her money where her mouth is.
Player Spotlight: Satou Sabally
And we preview semi final match ups between:
Liberty v Sun
Aces v Wings
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Michelle and James discuss Riquna Williams wanting to return to the Aces, Breanna scores more than anyone in a single season but is there a question mark against it.
Natasha Cloud calls out behaviour of fan, Sparks or Sky who gets the last playoff spot
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This week Michelle is joined by Kristin from Across the Pind Liberty they discuss how Jewell Lloyd has become the jewel of Seattle
Nike Sabrina’s 1’s launch today how important is it for young girls to see women get a signature shoe.
Player Spotlight: Aliyah Boston
New York showing depth on bench could be key to winning championship
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Tune in to a captivating episode of "Across the Pond WNBA" with your hosts Michelle Snow and James Scott as they bring you an inside look into the Las Vegas Aces' journey that beautifully weaves together history, ambition, and triumph.
Join Michelle Snow, a revered figure in WNBA history, as she recounts her immersive experience at the heart of Las Vegas' Alumni Week. Michelle takes us on a vivid journey, sharing her firsthand encounters with the team's storied past. From exploring the cutting-edge facilities that stand as a testament to the Aces' commitment to excellence, to cheering alongside passionate fans in the stands and even bonding with the players themselves, Michelle's tales offer a unique glimpse into the life of an iconic franchise.
But that's not all! The episode takes a thrilling turn as Michelle recounts a truly special moment: being presented with a piece of the 2022 WNBA Championship, a tangible memento of the Aces' spectacular victory. Visuals of this treasured memory are available for you to explore on our YouTube channel, where you can truly feel the essence of the celebration. Diving deeper, Michelle and James explore the driving forces behind the Aces' ascendancy. They delve into the ownership of Mark Davis and how his vision has propelled the team's growth, while also acknowledging the impactful leadership of team president Nikki Fargas. Nikki’s influence is revealed as a key factor in setting an inspiring standard for other teams to aspire to.
In a touching moment, Michelle pays tribute to Nikki McCray-Penson, a figure whose contributions to the WNBA and basketball at large have left an indelible mark on the game. See the Las Vegas Aces tribute on the link below. https://youtu.be/kOkD3L2GTGs?si=lfqd3nvx5sd5LZAq

The episode concludes on a triumphant note as Michelle and James recount the remarkable journey of their colleague Jamie, who had the honour of witnessing Vice President Harris celebrate the Las Vegas Aces' 2022 WNBA Championship victory at the White House. This moment serves as a powerful testament to the Aces' impact beyond the court.
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Michelle and James discuss Diana Taurasi hitting 10,000 points and who are some of the young players that could maybe hit the mark in the future.
Skylar Diggins-Smith is unhappy with the freeze out from the Mercury.
Vegas make the Playoffs with 6 weeks to go in the season but is there trouble ahead.
Brittany Griner took a break for her mental health. While we Spotlight the triple doubler Alyssa Thomas.
Plus we look ahead to the trade deadline.
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Nurielle was our roving reporter who was at All Star in Las Vegas for us and gives us all the key takeaways from the weekend.
Find out how Nurielle and across the pond got together to cover this awesome event.

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