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In this fun episode of Play Like A They, Monica and Sara chat with their first-ever guest, Tiandrea Dixon. Tiandrea, who’s gone from a Division II basketball champ to a cybersecurity pro and WNBA superfan, shares her story from the court to her career, highlighting how sports have shaped her life and teamwork skills.

The three dive into how sports have impacted their lives, sharing core memories that show their love for the WNBA. Tiandrea talks about her incredible encounters with WNBA legends at the recent All-Star Weekend, including an unforgettable run-in with Sue Bird at the airport.

They also discuss the latest hot topics in the WNBA season, like the buzz around Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, and explore themes of gender diversity and expression in the league. Monica, Sara, and Tiandrea reflect on the unique camaraderie and competitive spirit in women’s sports, touching on how social media and public perception shape athlete narratives.

Join Monica, Sara, and Tiandrea for a lively, insightful chat that celebrates women’s basketball, the importance of staying true to yourself, and the amazing experiences within the WNBA community.

Don’t miss out on “For the Love of the W with Tiandrea Dixon”!

FACT CHECKS:

1. Lisa Leslie being the basis of a WNBA logo, is incorrect. The WNBA logo has not been based on any player, but the newest iteration has been compared to Diana Taurasi due to the bun style.
2. Arike Ogunbowale's All-Star stats were correct. Arike made her fourth All-Star Game appearance, scoring a single-quarter record 21 points in the third before adding 13 in the fourth to finish with a record 34 points in the game. All 34 of her record-setting points came in the second half to establish a single-half standard.
3. Cameron Brink did give the interview on gender diversity on her team, stating, “I will acknowledge there's a privilege for the younger white players of the league. That's not always true, but there is a privilege that we have inherently and the privilege of appearing feminine. Some of my teammates are more masculine. Some of my teammates go by they/them pronouns.”

Read the episode transcript.