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Sports Leadership students learn realities of life from annual ‘Baggage’ project
From ‘Hashtags’ to ‘Baggage’, Sports Leadership students learn realities of life by sharing their harbored throughs in a mental health essay
Elizabeth Kitley used lost season as opportunity to learn from Aces standouts
After missing what would have been her rookie season due to a torn ACL she suffered near the end of her college career, 2024 draft pick Elizabeth Kitley is ready to embark on her first official season with the Las Vegas Aces.
New Aces assistant Ty Ellis says right environment has him embracing new role
Las Vegas assistant coach Ty Ellis has embraced Southern Nevada as his new home, and looks forward to a long stay with his wife Ericka and son Tyler.
Aces president Nikki Fargas’ words resonate during Black History Month event at The Meadows
Las Vegas Aces president Nikki Fargas and new assistant coach Ty Willis were part of a Black History Month-themed event on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025.
Liberty still favored to win WNBA title despite roster changes during free agency
The New York Liberty are favored to win the WNBA title, followed closely by the Las Vegas Aces, Minnesota Lynx and Indiana Fever.
Professional basketball women take pride in roles on National Girls and Women In Sports Day
WNBA stars competing in Unrivaled and Athletes Unlimited spoke of their roles on National Girls and Women in Sports Day.
Jewell Loyd ready for challenge that comes with playing for Las Vegas Aces
Jewell Loyd said she’s been smiling every since learning she’d be playing for the Las Vegas Aces after being acquired as part of a three-team trade also involving Kelsey Plum, who is now with the Los Angeles Sparks,.
Gray’s competitive edge felt at Unrivaled: “I'm here to rip your heart out.”
Through five games at Unrivaled in Miami, two-time WNBA All-star Allisha Gray is shooting 34 of 72 (47.2%), has never finished with less than 15 points and has finished with a season-high 21 points twice for the Lunar Owls.
After emotional 2024, Courtney Vandersloot prepared to conquer 2025
Ask any of the players at Unrivaled who might be the most beloved and respected for what she's meant to the game during a well-decorated 14-year career, and none of the greats in South Beach would be wrong in showering veteran guard Courtney Vandersloot with well-deserved flowers.
Kate Martin’s pro career has been right on the money
Kate Martin said the last nine months have been a dream come true, as her professional career has skyrocketed after playing her rookie season in Las Vegas, and now playing alongside 35 of the world’s greatest players in Unrivaled.
UNLV in AP Top 25 for first time in program history
The UNLV Rebels are ranked 25th in this week's AP Top 25, marking the first time the prorgam is nationally ranked by the Associated Press.
UNLV football doing best to prove it’s deserving of votes
UNLV defeated Utah Tech 72-14 on Saturday and was rewarded with votes in the AP Top 25 poll on Sunday.
RANKS: Liberty still No. 1, but Mystics tied atop WNBA in another area
The New York Liberty may be the No. 1 team in the WNBA, but the Washington Mystics are tied atop the league standings in another area.
RANKS: Liberty clearly best team, Fever make statement out of break
The New York Liberty maintain their stranglehold on the top spot of the WNBA Power Rankings, as they went on the road and beat the Los Angeles Sparks and Las Vegas Aces, both in convincing fashion.
Sims looks to help Wings make late-season surge
Dallas Wings veteran guard Odyssey Sims is averaging 17.2 points per game in the nine games since her return to the team on June 27.
O’Connell, Minshew impressive in Raiders’ preseason opening loss
Aidan O'Connell and Gardner Minshew combined to complete 13 of 21 passes for 193 yards and one touchdown on Saturday, leading the Las Vegas Raiders to a 20-7 halftime lead over the Minnesota Vikings.
Hayes’ revival of passion adds quality depth to Aces for home stretch of season
WNBA veteran Tiffany Hayes announced her retirement in December. But when the Las Vegas Aces hit her line in May, she answered the call, and they’re glad she did.
Reese’s inner-little girl fueling rookie season
As one of the most riveting figures in the WNBA, Angel Reese has become just as much of a darling in the eyes of basketball fans as anyone else.
APEX Predators raising standards for flag football in Southern Nevada
Las Vegas’ APEX Predators have helped set standards in flag football while continuing to grow the sport in not only Southern Nevada, but across the nation.
Allisha Gray sweeps WNBA All-Star events
Atlanta Dream star Allisha Gray went 2 for 2 during Friday night's All-Star festivities and became the first player in WNBA history to win both the Skills Challenge and the 3-point shootout in the same year.
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