Sophie Blamed for Undermining CBA Talks - LITE

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It’s been an eventful day across every corner of the basketball world. Sophie Cunningham has landed in hot water once again, with claims that her recent move is a setback for the Players Association. Meanwhile, on the college front, Megan Nestor delivered a historic showing to join an ultra-exclusive NCAA trio. Here’s everything that made headlines today.

Friday’s Poll Result: Nearly 43% of you selected ‘No, UConn is in a league of it’s own’, underscoring the sentiment that Texas has not yet emerged as a stronger contender than the Huskies. Meanwhile, 34% of you believe their next game will foreshadow the season winner.

With heavyweight matchups on tap, UConn looks to push its momentum, while Texas, too, seeks another statement win. Check out the full schedule here. 

On December 7, 2024, women’s college basketball stepped into a brighter national spotlight. That night, the inaugural Women’s Champions Classic made its debut. A primetime doubleheader at Barclays Center in Brooklyn featuring four of the sport’s powerhouse programs: UConn, Tennessee, Iowa and Louisville.

Created to mirror the prestige of major men’s early-season showcases, the Classic immediately delivered the same big-stage feel. It offered a true must-watch non-conference event: nationally televised, played in a premier arena, and built around elite, headline-drawing matchups. That opening night wasn’t just another early-season date. It signaled a shift in how the women’s game is presented and prioritized.

By putting storied programs under bright lights in a marquee setting, the Classic underscored that women’s college basketball deserves the same high-profile treatment routinely given to men’s hoops. December 7, 2024, ultimately became a landmark: the start of a new tradition designed to elevate visibility, reshape early-season scheduling, and give the women’s game a stage worthy of its growth and star power.