WRITING
Here you can see articles I've written as a beat reporter for Cronkite News & Arizona PBS.
Better late than never: Mercury rookie Kitija Laksa's unique journey to the WNBA
Kitija Laksa, a 29-year-old rookie, always had dreams of playing in the WNBA. Five years after she was initially drafted, Laksa has now finally achieved her goals with the Phoenix Mercury, and she took quite the unique journey to get there.
Despite early success, Phoenix Mercury players and staff express frustration with scheduling
Satou Sabally and the Phoenix Mercury currently have a top-five record in the WNBA. However, countless injuries and a jam-packed schedule have caused some frustration among players and staff.
Phoenix Suns look to establish new culture built on defense as NBA Summer League begins in Las Vegas
Last season, the Phoenix Suns struggled mightily on the defensive end, missing the playoffs for the first time since 2020. With new editions to the roster through free agency and the draft, rookie head coach Jordan Ott and the Suns look to build a new culture designed around defense and toughness.
Defense, dimes and double-doubles: Alyssa thomas showcases versatile skills in 2025
The Phoenix Mercury are off to their best 17-game start to a season since 2014, and one of the main catalysts behind that success is 11-year veteran and All-Star Alyssa Thomas. Her defense, playmaking and efficient scoring have Phoenix sitting at the WNBA’s second best record.
Now an All-Star, too: The secret behind Satou Sabally's hot start with Mercury
Satou Sabally is off to the best start of her career during her first season in Phoenix. The recently named WNBA All-Star starter has fit seamlessly into her new home in Phoenix thanks to a system that complements her play style.