Mohegan Sun Arena to host 2010 WNBA All-Star Game - Jan 27, 2010 (by Eurobasket News)
The WNBA is expected to announce at a press conference Wednesday that the league and U.S.A. Basketball are joining together to put on the 2010 WNBA All-Star Game at Mohegan Sun Arena, according to published reports.
Geno Auriemma, the coach of the U.S.A. womens national team, will be on hand this morning in addition to Orender, Connecticut Sun CEO Mitchell Etess and Sun general manager Chris Sienko [read more]
The WNBA is expected to announce at a press conference Wednesday that the league and U.S.A. Basketball are joining together to put on the 2010 WNBA All-Star Game at Mohegan Sun Arena, according to published reports.
Geno Auriemma, the coach of the U.S.A. womens national team, will be on hand this morning in addition to Orender, Connecticut Sun CEO Mitchell Etess and Sun general manager Chris Sienko.
Neither league nor Sun officials could confirm the announcement Tuesday, but Connecticut released a statement saying a a major announcement would be made at Mohegans Sun Wolf Den. The Bulletin doesnt use anonymous sources.
The game could likely be slated for a date in July. The games traditionally been played on a Saturday, and the only open Saturday in the WNBAs 2010 schedule is July 10.
Mohegan Sun Arena hosted the WNBA All-Star Game in 2009 and 2005. Last years event was largely considered a success, drawing 9,518 fans to the highest scoring All-Star Game in league history, a 130-119 West victory.
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Christine Godleski named WNBA Chief Operating Officer - Jan 26, 2010 (by Eurobasket News)
The Womens National Basketball Association (WNBA) announced today that Christine Godleski has been named Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Godleski will manage the day-to-day operations of the WNBA, where she will oversee the execution of league events and strategic planning initiatives. She will also support league and team revenue-generating opportunities [read more]
The Womens National Basketball Association (WNBA) announced today that Christine Godleski has been named Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Godleski will manage the day-to-day operations of the WNBA, where she will oversee the execution of league events and strategic planning initiatives. She will also support league and team revenue-generating opportunities.
Godleski joins the WNBA after spending 12 years with ESPN and The Walt Disney Company, where she worked in various roles for ESPN Outdoors, ESPN The Magazine and Disney Consumer Products. Most recently Godleski served as VP/General Manager of ESPN Outdoors, leading a team of 150 staffers to develop and operate all aspects of the division.
We are very pleased to add Christine to our WNBA executive leadership team, said WNBA President Donna Orender. Her experience in finance and strategic planning will help us capitalize on opportunities while continuing to improve the efficiency of our business operations.
Godleski boasts nearly 25 years of experience in finance, budgeting, and operations. Her professional career spans a wide array of corporate assignments, including CG Consulting, Viacom, and Deloitte and Touche. A graduate of Penn State University, Godleski has volunteered time teaching elementary school students in Tanzania, in addition to fundraising for World Team Sports, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Godleski has also served as Chairperson for the International Council of Orphans International and summitted Africas Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Jenny Boucek to re-join Storm as director of player development and scouting - Jan 22, 2010 (by Eurobasket News)
Jenny Boucek has re-joined the Seattle Storm organization as the director of player development and scouting, Storm Head Coach and Director of Player Personnel Brian Agler announced today. The 2010 season marks Boucek's fourth with the organization.
'I'm thrilled Jenny is joining our staff this season,' Agler said. 'Jenny has witnessed and experienced the WNBA from both the playing and coaching vantage points and brings a valuable perspective to our staff [read more]
Jenny Boucek has re-joined the Seattle Storm organization as the director of player development and scouting, Storm Head Coach and Director of Player Personnel Brian Agler announced today. The 2010 season marks Boucek's fourth with the organization.
'I'm thrilled Jenny is joining our staff this season,' Agler said. 'Jenny has witnessed and experienced the WNBA from both the playing and coaching vantage points and brings a valuable perspective to our staff. She knows both the professional game and our league and what it takes to be successful at our level.
'We will count on Jenny to work with our players to improve their skills and overall game along with overseeing the team's scouting responsibilities. Just like finding individuals that fit our program and improve our team, we look for staff members that can do the same. Jenny brings that to the Storm.'
Boucek served as an assistant coach for the Storm under Anne Donovan during the 2003, 2004 and 2005 seasons and was an integral part of the 2004 WNBA championship team. In two-plus seasons as the head coach for the now-defunct Sacramento Monarchs, Boucek compiled a record of 40-41.
'It's an honor to be part of the Storm organization again,' Boucek said. 'There is a dynamic, synergetic relationship that exists between the Storm, the fans and the community and to me this epitomizes what pro sports should be.
'Sharing in the experience of winning the 2004 WNBA championship was one of my most memorable experiences and I am elated to team up with this great organization and community in pursuing another championship.'
After beginning her WNBA coaching career began in 1999 as an assistant with the Washington Mystics, Boucek spent three seasons as an assistant with the Miami Sol. She played professional basketball for two years before joining the coach ranks. In 1997, the WNBA's inaugural season, Boucek was a member of the Cleveland Rockers.
Boucek also played in Iceland in 1998 and was voted the country's best player after averaging 23 points, seven rebounds and six assists. She returned to Cleveland for the 1998 season but was forced to retire due to a career-ending back injury.
A four-year starter at the University of Virginia (1992-96), Boucek helped lead the Cavaliers to four regular-season ACC Championships and three NCAA Elite Eight appearances. She was a two-time GTE Academic All-America team member and two-time ACC selection. Boucek twice earned team Defensive Player of the Year honors and finished her career at Virginia as a member of the 1,000-point club. She also competed in the U.S. Olympic Festival in 1993.
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