Elite women athletes train seriously. They take their sports seriously and Adena Andrews says it's time men begin to take them and their talent seriously, too.
By Adena Andrews
Forget Indianapolis' NFL cattle call. In this week's installment of "That's What She Said," Sarah Spain is ecstatic with her choice at Chicago's canine combine.
Feb 21 | By Sarah Spain
Pitchers and catchers have reported. Opening Day is looming. espnW's writers are looking ahead to spring training and beyond to offer some predictions for their favorite hometown teams.
Feb 20 2:13 PM ET | By espnW
This night ended like most in attendance figured it would: with the mike in Baylor coach Kim Mulkey's hands, her voice echoing throughout the Ferrell Center, her team dancing in celebration of its second consecutive Big 12 championship.
Feb 19 3:35 AM ET | By Kate Fagan
The NCAA puts together a committee to pick its 64-team women's bracket. Kate Fagan became part of a mock committee and busted some bracket myths.
Feb 18 12:26 PM ET | By Kate Fagan
In this week's roundtable, our writers break down the captivating story of Jeremy Lin, his rise to NBA stardom and what it all means for the league.
Feb 16 1:23 PM ET | By espnW
Val Ackerman says it is time to examine whether the NCAA sports programs that have evolved over the past four decades are doing the best possible job of preparing female student-athletes for the demands of life.
Feb 15 | By Val Ackerman
In this week's installment of That's What She Said, Sarah Spain examines the heartbreaking moments that have come to define a team or an athlete as the most memorable losers in the history of sports.
Feb 14 | By Sarah Spain
Liverpool striker Luis Suarez had an opportunity to make things right this past weekend. Instead, he added more fuel to the fire.
Feb 13 1:36 PM ET | By Julie Foudy
Whitney Houston's music taught me, and more than a few female athletes, to look inside ourselves and believe.
Feb 13 | By Adena Andrews
Research shows that as sports fans, women don't behave in the same way as men. The resulting lack of sponsorship and loyal fans creates an uphill battle for women's pro leagues.
Feb 13 3:30 PM ET | By Jane McManus
Football is in the rearview mirror. What should you watch to satiate your appetite for competition? espnW's contributors weigh in with their picks.
Feb 7 | By espnW
In her latest "That's What She Said," Sarah Spain examines the phenomenon of pinning men's defeats on those conniving women.
Feb 6 | By Sarah Spain
As the NFL cedes the spotlight to the NBA, here's what you need to know to about what's happening on the hardwood.
Feb 7 | By Adena Andrews
The lockout ended just in time, and then it was one highlight after another. We look back at all the fun.
Feb 7 | By Melissa Jacobs
Miss last night's Super Bowl? Miss the commercials? Well, special contributor Heather Havrilesky desperately clawed out of Sunday's pop-cultural fog to bring you this review.
Feb 6 3:57 AM ET | By Heather Havrilesky
With the cameras long gone, several members of the Giants share their crowning moment with family members.
Feb 6 3:48 AM ET | By Kate Fagan
On Sunday, a group of men -- some representing New England, others New York -- will experience a moment millions have dreamed of experiencing. How will they mentally prepare?
Feb 4 10:45 PM ET | By Kate Fagan
Twitter's 140 characters can pack a lot of punch when athletes use them to interact with fans.
Feb 3 | By Jane McManus
Curious about what goes into a sideline report during Sunday's big game? Meet the NBC tag-team of Michele Tafoya and Michele Froman.
Feb 3 3:55 PM ET | By Kate Fagan
The strangest half hour of Super Bowl week? Hands down, it has to be Thursday's halftime show press conference with Madonna. Kate Fagan recaps the insanity.
Feb 3 1:11 PM ET | By Kate Fagan
In this week's installment of "That's What She Said," Sarah Spain urges the NBA to adopt the All-Star Game fantasy draft.
Feb 2 | By Sarah Spain
Super Bowl XLVI could lead to a cure for cancer. Really. Don't believe it? Just ask Super Bowl Host Committee CEO Allison Melangton.
Feb 2 5:10 PM ET | By Kate Fagan
By not following its own rules when it terminated Dan Borislow's franchise, the league has harmed women's soccer, Monica Gonzalez writes.
Feb 1 | By Monica Gonzalez
It's great to gather with friends to watch the big game, but not so great to be subjected to these pet peeves.
Feb 1 2:27 PM ET | By Adena Andrews


