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WNBA

The WNBA is Woman's National Basketball Association. Founded in 1996 it is the woman's counterpart to the NBA, National Basketball Association. Their motto is "Expect Great" and many of their fans expect, and receive great. Ask your questions about the WNBA, WNBA teams, and WNBA players here.

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What is the education needed to be in the WNBA?

you dont have to go to a school of you dont want to but if you do just go to a college but what do you want to do just be a regular basketball player or be a pro basketball player which one shug but you should want to be somethingelse than a cornie basketball player do something better with your life like a doctor,dentist,veterinarian,nurse,constructer,teacher,lawyer or whatever just do something better with your life.

Who is the skinniest player in the WNBA?

Shannon Bobbitt of LA is the shortest that I know of. She is 5'2"

How much more do NBA players get paid than WNBA?

A lot.

In the NBA, athletes get paid between 90 000 and over 1 million dollars per year. In the WNBA, athletes get paid between 30 and 100 thousand. 150 thousand if they are really good. I personally think that they should be paid the same, but the NBA is older and has much more fans than the WNBA.

Is basketball player Candace Parker gay with Diana Taurasi?

In the past she has had several boyfriends. But chooses to keep her private life private. Although when asked if she is homosexual she avoids the question and usually scolds the person who asks. This does not mean she is or is not gay.

What is Candace Parker famous for?

Being one of the best players in the Womens National Basketball Legue (WNBA)

What WNBA team is Sue Bird on?

Sue Bird is a WNBA (Womens National Basketball Association) player. She plays point guard. She is one of the best point guards in history and will more then likely make it to the Hall of fame. She plays for the Seattle Storm, went to Uconn and is from New York.

What is Pennsylvanias WNBA?

Pennsylvania's sports teams include the Pittsburgh Penguins for hockey, Philadelphia 76ers for basketball, the Pittsburgh Steelers for football as well as the Philadelphia Eagles for football.

How do you join the WNBA?

You try out and see if you qualify. You need to be able to commit to the team's rules for practice and games. You might also need to be a girl but, in this day and age, that is not always so certain.

What are the names of the teams in WNBA?

As of the end of 2007 season, the WNBA has played 11 seasons. The teams that have won championships: 4 - Houston Comets, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000

2 - Los Angeles Sparks, 2001, 2002

2 - Detroit Shock, 2003, 2006

1 - Seattle Storm, 2004

1 - Sacramento Monarchs, 2005

1 - Phoenix Mercury, 2007

What does a WNBA player do?

Usually a woman who plays professional basketball in the Women's National Basketball Association. what do they have to do, well they have to be really athletic, play smart, and have a good workethic.

How much money do WNBA make?

Just a little bit ago I was looking at the WNBA salaries compared to the NBA salaries. The results are SICK! The minimum a NBA first year player gets is around $400,000 and for a woman first year minimum is a whopping $32,000 on average. A freaking doctor gets more than that!!

What does it take to be a pro WNBA player?

LOTS of practice. It takes unbelievable determination. You need to have alot of patience, perseverence, and all of the important things necessary to fulfill a dream. It takes alot of mental strength. Oh and you have to be really really good. Like scoring 15 pints a game in COLLEGE. (Make it to college first :-)!)

Does WNBA have cheerleaders?

No the WNBA doesn't have cheerleaders, but they do have dancers.

How many players are allowed to be on a WNBA team roster at one time?

12 players (as with nba) not certain how many may be on the injured list-one for certain however, may be up to 3 as with nba (will research further)

How tall do you have to be to be a good center in the WNBA?

At least 6-2, the ideal height is 6-5. However, there can be shorter and taller centers. As long as your ability and skill level is high, the height can be more or less than 6-2 or 6-5. Taller is always better.

Why was the WNBA started?

The NBA Board of Governors approved the new league on April 24, 2996.

Who is the first women in the WNBA to dunk?

Lisa Leslie, not just the first black woman, but THE first women.

When will start the WNBA season?

The WNBA season begins on June 6th. To kick off the season ABC will have a game between Detroit and Los Angeles!

How has the WNBA changed?

Yes. Rule changes, talent changes, attendance changes, exposure changes.

How many fouls per game can you have in the WNBA?

Using NBA rules a player is only allowed 6 fouls before being disqualified. In an event where a player receives their 6th foul on the court with all substitutes being disqualified, the player on the court remains in the game and is charged a personal and team foul.

Whats the average salary for a WNBA player in 1997?

what was the average salary for a wnba player ,between1997 & 2007

What is the age range for a WNBA player?

High skill level and much talent, just like with any professional sport.

Whats the average salary for a French Ligue 2 soccer player?

The average amount of the major French Ligue can be upward of $8.8 million per year. However, for Ligue 2 it is much lower at around $1 million per year.