June 14th 2024.
This past weekend, the Chicago Sky and the Atlanta Dream faced off at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago. The Dream came out on top with a score of 89-80, making it an exciting match for sports fans. However, there was more to talk about than just the game itself.
A video surfaced on social media showing Chicago Sky's rookie, Angel Reese, having a post-game chat with Atlanta Dream's center, Tina Charles. The clip quickly went viral, capturing the two players embracing before going their separate ways. Reese even shared the video on her account, writing, "Learning from the best!" along with the hashtag #eliteplayer.
In a post-game interview, Charles revealed what the conversation with Reese was about. "She thanked me for paving the way for her," the veteran player shared. She also mentioned giving Reese some valuable advice, particularly on how to handle herself in the post. "I just told her to stay calm and collected when she's down there," Charles explained.
The 2012 MVP went on to commend Reese for her ability to stay focused on the game despite the media's negative attention towards her, which often includes racism and misogyny. "She's truly an elite player," Charles praised. "She's able to brush it off and continue playing at a high level for her team."
Even Chicago Sky's head coach, Teresa Weatherspoon, had something to say about the interaction between Reese and Charles. During a media session on June 10, she shared her thoughts on the matter. Weatherspoon expressed how meaningful it was to see veteran players like Charles giving advice to the younger generation. "It means everything," the coach stated.
She also emphasized the camaraderie among the players in the WNBA, despite being opponents on the court. "Even though we're competing against each other, we still support and root for one another," Weatherspoon explained. "The world needs to know that."
To add to that sentiment, the coach didn't seem bothered by her player receiving advice from a member of the opposing team. In fact, she even encouraged it. "We want to see this league grow, and that's why we have veterans talking to our younger players," Weatherspoon said.
It's clear that the WNBA is more than just a competition between teams. It's a community where players, regardless of their opponents, support and uplift one another. And with coaches like Weatherspoon leading the way, it's no wonder why the league continues to break records and inspire young players like Angel Reese.
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