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It’s Just Sports, I Tell Myself, With Nervous Laughter

“It would have been cool to be on the field hockey team too. It’s fun to get good at things.…

Margaret Killjoy

Jul 8, 2026

Brittney Griner walks up the court at a Phoenix Mercury game.

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Brittney Griner Was Accosted at an Airport, the WNBA and Phoenix Mercury Failed To Protect Her

How did the Mercury and the WNBA allow this to happen? Because, given the media attention that’s been swirling around Griner since her return home, this was completely predictable.

Natalie

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Jun 12, 2023

Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury reacts after hitting a three-point shot against the Chicago Sky during the second half of the WNBA game at Footprint Center on May 21, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona.

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WNBA Week 2: The Unbeatable Aces, BG’s Resilience, Fit of the Week

“Hell, I’d suit up for the Mercury if BG asked.”

Heather Hogan, Natalie, and Carmen Phillips

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Jun 5, 2023

Chelsea Gray #12 and Candace Parker #3 of the Las Vegas Aces talk as they wait to check into a game against the Minnesota Lynx in the second quarter at Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 28, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Aces defeated the Lynx 94-73. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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WNBA Week 1: Aces Dominate, Sky Shine, Fever Win!

The first week of 2023 WNBA action has come to a close, and Natalie and Heather are here to run it down for you! Here’s where the league stands after…

Natalie and Heather Hogan

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May 30, 2023

Becky Hammon, Chelsea Gray, and Brittney Griner

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It’s WNBA Opening Day! Let’s Talk Brittney Griner, Becky Hammon, and Make Some Predictions!

Natalie and Heather got together to shake out what’s been happening in the off-season. Friends, it has been busy and it has been dramatic!

Natalie and Heather Hogan

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May 19, 2023

Erica Wheeler proposing to Danielle and the engagement ring.

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This Queer WNBA Proposal Will Make You Swoon and Sob

Indiana Fever’s Erica Wheeler proposed to her girlfriend Danielle, in front of all their friends and family, after yesterday’s game against the Wings. And it is BEAUTIFUL.

Heather Hogan

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May 14, 2023

Brittney and Cherelle Griner on red carpets at the Met Gala and the White House Corespondents Dinner

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Brittney Griner’s Teammates Rate Her Red Carpet Fits

10/10! Out the park! Killed it! Slay! Repost! Couple of the night! Couple of the year!

Heather Hogan

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May 6, 2023

Sam Kerry and Kristie Mewis sit beside each other on the soccer field in their national team jerseys

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Queer Footballers Dominate Disney+’s “Matildas: The World at Our Feet”

It doesn’t even matter if Australia is your team — because one of the best takeaways of the docu-series is that our team, us queers, we’re the ones who are winning.

Heather Hogan

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Apr 27, 2023

Jonquel Jones kisses her finacee, Nesha, in front of a purple and pink striped background

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WNBA Superstar Jonquel Jones Gets Engaged to Her Girlfriend, Looks Happier Than Ever

Congrats, Jonquel and Nesha! Thank you for sharing your love with us!

Heather Hogan

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Apr 14, 2023

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It’s Just Sports, I Tell Myself, With Nervous Laughter

Brittney Griner Was Accosted at an Airport, the WNBA and Phoenix Mercury Failed To Protect Her

WNBA Week 2: The Unbeatable Aces, BG’s Resilience, Fit of the Week

WNBA Week 1: Aces Dominate, Sky Shine, Fever Win!

It’s WNBA Opening Day! Let’s Talk Brittney Griner, Becky Hammon, and Make Some Predictions!

This Queer WNBA Proposal Will Make You Swoon and Sob

Brittney Griner’s Teammates Rate Her Red Carpet Fits

Queer Footballers Dominate Disney+’s “Matildas: The World at Our Feet”

WNBA Superstar Jonquel Jones Gets Engaged to Her Girlfriend, Looks Happier Than Ever

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