In 1997, the Women's National Basketball Association solidified its place in sports-fashion history.

As the sun rose on the longest day of 1997, Val Ackerman felt flooded with excitement and nerves. It was the Summer Solstice -- Saturday, June 21 -- and the inaugural game of the new women's pro ...

The crowd was already witnessing history as the Los Angeles Sparks hosted the New York Liberty for the first game in WNBA history. But now, midway through the first half, with nothing but runway ...

The Phoenix Mercury were just getting started in 1997, as they were one of the WNBA's original teams. They played alongside teams like the Charlotte Sting, the Houston Comets and the Los Angeles ...

UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma and Robin Roberts will call Dallas Wings vs. New York Liberty on July 7.

The Phoenix Mercury started their journey in 1997, as they were one of the WNBA's first teams. They finished that season with a record of 16-12, and they were one of the league's first playoff teams.

Geno Auriemma reflects on 30 years of the WNBA, noting how the league evolved from needing NBA comparisons to standing alone.