Sarah Spain Archive
Sarah Spain
Contributor, espnW.com- News & Commentary
TWSS: If the Stanley Cup could talk
It's had cereal, ice cream and dog food eaten out of it. It's been at the bottom of a pool and visited strip clubs. Give a Stanley Cup champ his day with the NHL trophy and madness ensues.
Jun 12 12:11 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
Cup Finals Preview
Boston or Chicago? Sarah Spain and Katie Strang preview the Stanley Cup finals.
Jun 17 12:07 PM ET
- News & Commentary
W Debate: Which team has edge in the Stanley Cup finals?
Will Boston's goaltending hold up? Will Chicago's depth be too much to handle? Sarah Spain and Katie Strang channel Jagr's '90s mullet for their Cup finals breakdown.
Jun 10 6:20 PM ET | By espnW.com
- Athletes Life Summer Of W
Hot Shots: Candice Appleby stars in SUP, gives back, too
Candice Appleby may be the biggest star in stand-up paddleboarding, one of the fastest growing sports around, but through all her success, she hasn't forgotten her roots.
Jun 6 1:51 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Athlete's Life
Passion Play: Elena Delle Donne
Think Elena Delle Donne's versatility on the basketball court is impressive? Wait until you see what the Chicago Sky rookie can mix up in the kitchen.
Jun 5 10:52 AM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
TWSS: Chicago fans feast on memorable day
Divided by the Crosstown Classic and then united by the Blackhawks' Game 7, Chicago fans binged on sports all Wednesday. In dramatic fashion, they went home happy.
May 31 11:20 AM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
TWSS: Sports trends that need to end
Buying gifts for athletes isn't the only sports trend Sarah Spain would like to see eighty-sixed.
May 22 4:24 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
ESPN CHICAGO: Sarah Spain at Full Shilling
ESPN CHICAGO: Sarah Spain at Full Shilling
Jan 1
- Commentary
TWSS: Realignment makes Wings-Hawks series special
The Blackhawks and Red Wings will square off in the Western Conference semifinals, and in this week's TWSS, Sarah Spain explains why this final go-round will be one to remember.
May 15 1:10 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
Spain: Elena Delle Donne making Chicago her home
Elena Delle Donne loved her home state of Delaware so much, she retreated there from UConn after just two days. A college career later, she's set about making Chicago her new home.
May 15 9:37 AM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
TWSS: Top Twitter follows for NBA postseason
In this week's "That's What She Said," Sarah Spain invites you to pull up a virtual seat alongside her and follow some of her favorite funny sources for NBA tweets.
May 8 4:08 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
W Debate: Can any team from the West contend with Miami?
It's inevitable the Heat will emerge from the East. But which Western team will join them? And how much of a fighting chance do they have?
May 6 | By espnW
- Commentary
TWSS: Hey Skylar, dig this list of demands
Skylar Diggins is one of the most marketable basketball players in history, and in this week's TWSS, Sarah Spain explains what should have been on her wish list before signing with Jay-Z's Roc Nation.
May 1 4:36 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
W Debate: What's next for free agent Tim Tebow
In the first W Debate, Jane McManus and Sarah Spain discuss what Tim Tebow will need to do to stay in the NFL now that the Jets have released him.
Apr 29 | By espnW
- Commentary
TWSS: Phil Jackson should go to Cleveland
When Cleveland reached out to Phil Jackson about its coaching vacancy, the legendary coach reportedly dismissed the idea quickly, but in this week's "That's What She Said," Sarah Spain says he should have jumped at the gig.
Apr 25 1:44 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
TWSS: Swoopes, Delle Donne may help women's hoops popularity in Chicago
In a city rich with basketball history, women's basketball has struggled to sustain popularity in Chicago. The additions of two prominent names could change that.
Apr 17 3:46 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
Spain: An NBA season full of blown calls
Including Dwight Howard's impact on the Lakers and Derrick Rose's return, we were wrong about so much this NBA season. As the playoffs near, let's review the mistakes.
Apr 10 3:32 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
Spain: And the winner of this year's Bracket of Awesome is ...
After five rounds of totally awesome matchups, it all came down to No. 11 seed Vegas Trip versus No. 2. Tropical Vacation. And this year's Bracket of Awesome winner is ...
Apr 2 12:58 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
Spain: Vegas Trip or Tropical Vacation? Which wins our Awesome title?
Vegas Trip or Tropical Vacation? Vote now to decide which will win our second annual Bracket of Awesome.
Apr 1 10:23 AM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
Spain: 5 things to watch for in 2013 MLB season
The Dodgers, with the largest payroll in baseball and two recent Cy Young winners in their starting rotation, are overflowing with talent. Whether it translates to a World Series title remains to be seen.
Apr 1 9:54 AM ET | By Sarah Spain
- More Sports
Spain: 5 things to watch for in 2013 MLB season
The Dodgers, with the largest payroll in baseball and two recent Cy Young winners in their starting rotation, are overflowing with talent. Whether it translates to a World Series title remains to be seen.
Apr 1 7:45 AM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
Spain: We're down to the Final Four in the Bracket of Awesome
Sunday Funday or Vegas Trip? Sleeping In or Tropical Vacation? Vote now to decide which will reach our Bracket of Awesome title match!
Mar 29 5:34 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
Spain: We're down to the Elite Eight in the Bracket of Awesome
Vegas Trip or Breakfast in Bed? Sleeping In or Summer Street Fest? We're down to the Elite Eight in our annual Bracket of Awesome. Vote now!
Mar 28 4:09 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
Spain: Sarah Cronk spreading cheer
Sarah Cronk wanted to include students of all abilities on her high school cheering squad. The positive effect it had on her community led her to take it to other high schools and colleges with her nonprofit, The Sparkle Effect.
Mar 28 12:29 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
- Commentary
Spain: It's time for the second round of the Bracket of Awesome!
The musicians didn't survive the opening round of the Bracket of Awesome, but Mac & Cheese, Sleeping In and Vegas Trip did. Second-round voting is open now, so weigh in, peeps!
Mar 27 1:06 PM ET | By Sarah Spain
