Toronto Tempo has chosen Monica Wright Rogers as their new GM, citing her as the perfect fit for the team.

Meet Monica Wright Rogers, the newly appointed general manager of the Toronto Tempo, the WNBA's latest expansion team. With her impressive track record and expertise in the sport, Wright Rogers is ready to lead the Tempo to victory in their debut season.

According to CBS Sports, Wright Rogers was officially introduced as the Tempo's operations leader in a press conference held in Toronto on Feb. 20. Alongside her are president Teresa Resch, chief marketing officer Whitney Bell, and a team of executives tasked with building the newest addition to the WNBA.

At 36 years old, Wright Rogers brings a wealth of experience to her new role. She most recently served as the assistant general manager for the Phoenix Mercury for two seasons. Now, she is ready to take on the challenge of recruiting a head coach, players, and sponsorships for the Tempo.

"I want to take the time to listen and learn," Wright Rogers shared. "Toronto is such a unique sports city, and I want to make sure we operate thoughtfully in our inaugural season. My top priority is to connect with the leaders of other teams and understand what has worked and what hasn't in this city."

Wright Rogers' passion for basketball began early on, and it eventually led her to a successful career in the WNBA. She played for seven seasons after being drafted second overall by the Minnesota Lynx in 2010, winning two championships with the team. Before joining the Mercury, she also had an impressive college career at the University of Virginia and scouted for talent in Toronto.

Resch, who led the search for a GM, initially had a long list of 20-25 candidates before narrowing it down to six. After inviting the top three finalists to Toronto for "more intense" meetings, Wright Rogers emerged as the clear choice.

"She really impressed us when she came up to Toronto," Resch shared. "Her authenticity, genuineness, and clear plan stood out. She was very focused on the purpose and process, which was fantastic to see. After speaking with everyone and getting their feedback, it was evident that she was the perfect fit for us."

Wright Rogers' first task is to build a basketball team from scratch, starting with hiring a head coach. She plans to finalize this decision by fall, ahead of the expansion draft. And when asked about the style of play the Tempo will have, Wright Rogers replied with a smirk, "You'll see an up-tempo game, a combination of myself and our head coach's beliefs."

In other WNBA news, Brittney Griner has recently signed a deal with the Atlanta Dream, adding to the excitement of the upcoming season. With strong leaders like Wright Rogers and talented players like Griner, the WNBA is sure to have an exhilarating year ahead.

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