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Sky’s Delle Donne relies on strong family ties May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Sky rookie Elena Delle Donne doesn't need to look far for a source of inspiration.
Sky dominates Liberty in exhibition test May 15, 2013 12:00 AM
WNBA rookie Elena Delle Donne put up 17 points in her first professional appearance as the Sky defeated the New York Liberty 85-67 Wednesday in a preseason game at Chicago State University.
DePaul’s Quigley hoping to connect with Sky May 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Women's Watch talks with former DePaul star Allie Quigley, who is at training camp and trying to make the Chicago Sky roster as a three-point specialist. Patricia Babcock McGraw has an update on Quigley's pro career, which includes stops with four other WNBA clubs.
Sky’s newest star ready for the pressure May 9, 2013 12:00 AM
At Delaware, Elena Delle Donne had the weight of the program on her shoulders from Day One. Expectations for her were through the roof for every game. With training camp under way for the Chicago Sky, Delle Donne finds herself in a familiar spot with her new team. She's the "It Girl" once again, as Patricia Babcock McGraw explains in this report.
Sky signs Marshall grad to camp contract May 3, 2013 12:00 AM
Chicago native Britney Jones, a Marshall High School grad, has signed a training camp contract with the Chicago Sky, team officials announced.
Sky hires ‘Tree’ Rollins as assistant coach Apr 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Former NBA star Wayne "Tree" Rollins was named a Chicago Sky assistant coach, team officials announced Tuesday. Rollins replaces Jeff House, who will join the University of Kentucky as assistant coach of women's basketball.
Why Griner’s game matters more than anything else Apr 26, 2013 12:00 AM
In light of all the talk about Brittney Griner, the No. 1 WNBA draft pick, being gay, Patricia Babcock McGraw offers her response to the news reports, and one that she believes most fans have as well.
Hoops scene abuzz with arrivals of Swoopes, Delle Donne Apr 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Women's Watch on a big week in Chicago for women's sports as both Sheryl Swoopes and Elena Delle Donne will now calle Chicago home.
Delle Donne happy to be part of Sky Apr 15, 2013 12:00 AM
As expected, Baylor center Brittney Griner, Delaware forward Elena Delle Donne and Notre Dame point guard Skylar Diggins were at the top of Monday’s draft, with the Chicago Sky picking Delle Donne after the Phoenix Mercury made the 6-foot-8 dunking Griner the No. 1 pick.
Will Sky be the limit for Delle Donne? Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Women's Watch on all things basketball: The WNBA Draft, the NCAA championship game and Loyola's big hire.
Moss signs training camp deal with Sky Apr 2, 2013 12:00 AM
The Chicago Sky has signed D'Andra Moss, to a training camp contract, head coach and general manager Pokey Chatman announced. Moss, a 5-10 guard who played four years at Virginia Commonwealth University, is currently playing for Italy's Liomatic Umbertide. In 18 games this season with the Umbertide, Moss has averaged 16.5 points per game and 6.4 rebounds per game.
Sky invites ex-Rutgers forward to WNBA camp Mar 27, 2013 12:00 AM
The Chicago Sky has signed 6-foot-2 forward Michelle Campbell to a training camp contract, team officials announced Wednesday. Campbell, who will be 29 in May, currently plays for Tarsus Bld in the Turkish League.
Sky agrees to multiyear deal with Young Mar 18, 2013 12:00 AM
The Chicago Sky re-signed forward Tamera Young to a multi-year deal, head coach and general manager Pokey Chatman announced Monday.
Sky invites ex-DePaul guard Quigley to camp Mar 6, 2013 12:00 AM
The Chicago Sky has signed 5-foot-10 guard Allie Quigley of DePaul to a training camp contract, team officials announced Wednesday. Sky head coach and general manager Pokey Chatman said she has been impressed by Quigley's play at DePaul and, most recently, in Europe. "Her ability to stretch the defense and score the ball has helped her lead her team, not only in scoring, but to it's first ever Euro-league Final 8 appearance," Chatman said.
Sky signs free agent guard Zoll Feb 18, 2013 12:00 AM
The Chicago Sky has signed guard Sharnee' Zoll to a contract for 2013, head coach and general manager Pokey Chatman announced Monday. "Sharnee' brings great energy and pace to the court, along with the necessary poise," Chatman said. "She will add to an already exciting guard tandem of Courtney Vandersloot and Epiphanny Prince. What I like the most is her tremendous fire and passion to improve, not only herself but also every player around her."
Women’s Watch: It’s time to get Sky roster settled Feb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Pokey Chatman signed a contract extension this week with the Chicago Sky. Chatman, also the Sky’s general manager, knows it’s crucial for her to re-sign key players and add new ones that finally will put the Sky in the playoffs and in championship contention.
Sky gives Chatman vote of confidence with contract extension Feb 12, 2013 12:00 AM
In our high-tech, fast-food culture, instant results are expected everywhere — including the sports world. And yet, even though Chicago Sky coach Pokey Chatman hasn’t choreographed an immediate about-face for the franchise over her first two seasons, she’s been able to quickly gain the confidence of the front office.
Sky’s Young steps up on Girls in Sports Day Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
It's all about the shoes! Women's Watch checks in on a neat Sky charitable event on National Women and Girls in Sports Day.
Running down the top women’s stories of 2012 Dec 28, 2012 12:00 AM
Women's Watch takes a look back at the top national and local women's sports stories of 2012.
WNBA crown completes Catchings’ glittering resume Oct 26, 2012 12:00 AM
Former Stevenson star Tamika Catchings finally gets her due and wins the first WNBA championship of her illustrious 12-year career.