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PODCAST: Satou Sabally Joins the New York Liberty
Satou Sabally signs with the Liberty as questions swirl around Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, Natasha Cloud, and Marine Johannes. Get the latest updates.

BRM Staff
2 days ago4 min read


Are the Liberty Still Contenders? 2026 Roster Breakdown + WNBA Changes
The New York Liberty enter 2026 with a new coach, major free agency decisions, and a new WNBA CBA. Can the defending champs stay contenders?

Erica L. Ayala
Mar 255 min read


FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournaments Recap: Standings & Top Players
Rhyne Howard, Paige Bueckers lead USA Basketball to 2-0 start. Caitlin Clark drops Double-Double in senior team debut.

Erica L. Ayala
Mar 134 min read


🤔 How Do The FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournaments Work?
Twenty-four women's basketball teams seek to earn the remaining 11 spots for the FIBA Women’s World Cup 2026 in Berlin, Germany.

Erica L. Ayala
Mar 112 min read


Slaying the Trolls: Economics, Equity, and the Growing Value of Women’s Sports
Collective Bargaining and Pay Equity in the WNBA: Deep Dive with David Berri Hey Black Rosie fam, It's March 11 and we still don't have a WNBA collective bargaining agreement (CBA) deal. While we wait, let's take you back to this week’s dynamic conversation between me and esteemed guest Professor David Berri, author, economics powerhouse, and relentless advocate for women in sports. Drawing from Professor Berri's research and his co-authored book " Slaying the Troll s ," the

Erica L. Ayala
Mar 113 min read


Tina Charles Embraces Mentorship Role in Athletes Unlimited Hoops
Why Charles Joining AU Hoops Is a Win for Women’s Basketball Tina Charles is one of the best players in basketball history. Tomorrow, the future Hall of Famer embarks on a new chapter of her playing career. The 2012 WNBA Most Valuable Player, two-time Olympic Gold Medalist, and the league's all-time leading rebounder, Charles has excelled just about everywhere she’s been. From averaging nearly 17 points per game in her 14th season to mentoring her young teammates, Charles is
Brian Fleurantin
Feb 42 min read


NEW YORK LIBERTY’S CHAMPIONSHIP JOURNEY: WHAT’S NEXT? 🗽🏀
NOTE: This is a summary of our October 20, 2025 podcast On Monday, we celebrated the first anniversary of New York Liberty Day, a celebration of the first-ever WNBA title in the Liberty franchise's history! 🥳 As we celebrate the Liberty's historic first championship, we also take a deep dive into the state of the team, their offseason moves, and what lies ahead for the 2025 season. With a mix of thrilling highs and pressing questions, this is a pivotal moment for the Libert

Erica L. Ayala
Oct 20, 20254 min read


New York Liberty wing Leonie Fiebich is critical to a repeat
German Olympian Leonie Fiebich asked to do more for reigning champions.
Brian Fleurantin
Aug 19, 20255 min read


Sydney Colson Rejoins Athletes Unlimited as One of the First Signings for 2026 Season
AU Pro Basketball announces first 14 players committed for Season Five in Nashville.
Brian Fleurantin
Jul 14, 20252 min read


Underdog Victory: How Hamby Led Vinyl BC in Upset over Lunar Owls BC in Unrivaled Semifinals
How the WNBA champion led her team to the Unrivaled championship game Dearica Hamby shouts triumphantly after making the game-winning basket to advance Vinyl BC to the inaugural Unrivaled championship game. Photo Credit: Unrivaled MEDLEY, FL-- Through 19 games, the Lunar Owls were nearly perfect. They took the inaugural Unrivaled season by storm, going 18-1 ahead of the Semifinals Sunday at Wayfair Arena. Many assumed they would play in Monday's championship game and even hoi

Erica L. Ayala
Mar 17, 20253 min read


Satou Sabally:"I've already played my last game in Dallas."
The WNBA Star confirms she will not return to the Wings in 2025. Is New York a potential landing spot? Both Satou and Nyara Sabally have confirmed they would love to play together in the WNBA as they did in their first-ever Olympics. However, is this a possibility? The speculation will swirl to the top once again after the elder Sabally, Satou, confirmed she will not return to the Dallas Wings. "I've already played my last game in Dallas," she told media Thursday during her U

Erica L. Ayala
Jan 9, 20252 min read


WBB Roundup Feature: 'Season of Giving' with Nyara Sabally
Getting to know New York Liberty center Nyara Sabally.
Brian Fleurantin
Dec 23, 20243 min read


Analyzing the WNBA Standings: A Closer Look at the New York Liberty and Seattle Storm
After a three-game tilt on Friday, the 2024 WNBA playoff picture is coming into focus. The Seattle Storm and Las Vegas Aces clinched Friday night with the Atlanta Dream loss. Brian Fleurantin and Roberta Rodrigues joined me Thursday night on YouTube to preview the Liberty at Storm and the implications for the playoffs. Here is a clip from our livestream: The Liberty were the first team to clinch a playoff spot on August 17th after a win over the Aces. This marks the 12th po

Erica L. Ayala
Sep 1, 20243 min read


Johannes and Sabally shine in Olympic Quarterfinals - France wins the Battle of the Euro Liberty
Former and current New York Liberty teammates clashed in the Women's Olympic Quarterfinal game between Germany and host nation France.

Erica L. Ayala
Aug 7, 20244 min read


PODCAST: Gotta Get Up Episode 13 -Commissioner's Cup Edition
Brian Fleurantin and Misha Jones join the show to chat all things Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty.

Erica L. Ayala
Aug 16, 20231 min read


Gotta Get Up Podcast Episode 12: New York Wins Clash of The 'Superteams' in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, NY– All season long, the New York Liberty have been telling us they aren't a superteam. Brian Fluerantin and I have discussed...

Erica L. Ayala
Aug 7, 20231 min read


Gotta Get Up Podcast: Ionescu Makes History in Vegas, Jones & Johannes Gaining Confidence
Jonquel Jones and Marine Johannes are finding their stride for the New York Liberty. Sabrina Ionescu DOMINATES WNBA 3-Point Contest!

Erica L. Ayala
Jul 25, 20231 min read


Gotta Get Up Podcast: BG in BK PLUS, Concerns About Backup Point Guard?
Brittney Griner's emotional return to Brooklyn PLUS, Do The New York Liberty Have a Point Guard Problem?

Erica L. Ayala
Jun 21, 20231 min read


Gotta Get Up Podcast: New York Liberty Snap Connecticut's Win Streak
Erica L. Ayala and Brian Fleuratin are back to talk all this New York Liberty on the Gotta Get Up Podcast presented by Black Rosie Media.

Erica L. Ayala
May 29, 20231 min read


Gotta Get Up! A Podcast for New York Liberty Fans
Black Rosie Media presents Gotta Get Up, a podcast for New York Liberty fans. A new show will air every Monday.

Erica L. Ayala
May 23, 20232 min read
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