Starzz Fan Interest Versus Weak Attendance For WNBA Game
In Salt Lake City the Utah Starzz hosted the Detroit Shock before a 7,649 crowd, the largest of the season, with high female attendance and family atmosphere. Detroit won 73 69 as questions linger about the league's future and lasting appeal despite NBA support and growing media exposure.
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Frese Sheds College Spotlight as Utah Starzz Reserve
Iowa State star Stacy Frese adjusts to the WNBA with the Utah Starzz as a cool, calm backup guard. She notes the leap from college play to professional depth, reflects on Azzi's return, and recalls a standout Final Four three-point contest win. Frese emphasizes mental resilience and rapid adaptation to elite talent.
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Iowans Reunited On Utah Starzz Roster
Stacy Frese of Cedar Rapids and Amy Herrig of Dubuque rejoined as Starzz reserves after being college teammates at Iowa and Iowa State. Frese, drafted 2000 third round, and Herrig, a former Miss Basketball, reunited in May at Utah. Herrig posted 12 points seven rebounds in one game, while Frese added 11 points in another. Frese will pursue French studies in Mandeville, France, during the season.
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Pioneer Smith embraces pro basketball grind in the United States
Tangela Smith, 1997 98 Big Ten Player of the Year for Iowa, plays for the Sacramento Monarchs in the WNBA. She explains the travel heavy schedule, compares wages to stars like Yolanda Griffith, and notes her overseas stints in Italy and Israel as part of the larger push for women in pro basketball.
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