Club Hoops
Club Hoops
A women’s basketball podcast hosted by Natalie Franklin and her dad, Greg! It’s all about women’s basketball—smart takes, bold opinions, and a lot of laughs…PURE HOOPS! New episodes weekly
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Episodes
Chennedy Carter Waived by Aces, Skylar Diggins Out After Benching & WNBA All-Star Snubs 08.07.2026 36:22
Chennedy Carter is out in Las Vegas, and we’re breaking down whether the Aces made a shocking move — or simply moved on before the fit became a bigger issue. This week on Club Hoops, we discuss Chennedy Carter being waived by the Aces, Skylar Diggins being listed out with a knee injury after her Chicago Sky benching drama, and the 2026 WNBA All-Star reserves. We also debate the biggest All-Star sn...
Skylar Diggins Benched, Las Vegas Aces Exposed Without A'ja & Atlanta Dream Losing Streak 06.07.2026 38:05
Skylar Diggins says the Chicago Sky want her coming off the bench. The Las Vegas Aces looked lost without A’ja Wilson. The Indiana Fever beat the Aces without Caitlin Clark. And the Atlanta Dream are now on a five-game losing streak. We also get into the 2026 WNBA All-Star starters, including Indiana landing three starters, Atlanta getting shut out of the starting lineup, and which players could s...
Alyssa Thomas Suspended for Caitlin Clark Flagrant 2… Did the WNBA Get It Right? 29.06.2026 33:50
Alyssa Thomas was suspended after the WNBA upgraded her contact with Caitlin Clark to a Flagrant 2 — but did the league get the call right, or did it create even more controversy? In this episode, we debate the suspension, the officiating, and the bigger Caitlin Clark conversation around physicality in the WNBA. We also talk Marina Mabrey dropping 53, the Atlanta Dream’s road struggles, and our Li...
Olivia Miles Is Better Than Caitlin Clark & Paige Bueckers? Lynx Rookie Enters MVP Talk 24.06.2026 30:20
Olivia Miles is forcing a real conversation: is she just the Rookie of the Year favorite, or is she already playing like one of the best guards in the WNBA? Greg and Natalie break down Miles’ breakout season with the Minnesota Lynx, why her rookie year stacks up against Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, and how the Lynx keep winning even without Napheesa Collier. Plus, we get into the Valkyries ga...
Indiana Fever Exposed by Atlanta Dream + Chicago Sky Meltdown vs. Dallas Wings 22.06.2026 34:51
The Fever scored 96 and still lost by 17. The Sky led by 17 and still lost. Greg and Natalie break down the Atlanta Dream, exposing Indiana’s defense and turnover issues, Angel Reese making WNBA history, and Dallas stealing a wild comeback win over Chicago behind Paige Bueckers and Li Yueru. Are the Dream real contenders? Are the Fever in trouble? And was this a Dallas comeback or a Sky collapse?
Skylar Diggins Exposed the Chicago Sky’s Real Problem 08.06.2026 31:33
Skylar Diggins did not just vent after the Chicago Sky’s loss to the Toronto Tempo — she exposed a bigger issue. Natalie and Greg break down the Sky’s identity crisis, Skylar’s pointed comments, Tyler Marsh’s pressure, the Angel Reese trade aftermath, and why Chicago needs a clearer plan around Kamilla Cardoso. The Sky don’t just need wins. They need to decide who they are. Subscribe to our YouTub...
The Phoenix Mercury Suck Right Now… What Happened? 02.06.2026 24:55
The Phoenix Mercury were in the WNBA Finals last year, but this season they look lost. Natalie and Greg break down Phoenix’s rough start, the impact of losing Satou Sabally, Alyssa Thomas carrying too much, Kahleah Copper’s efficiency concerns, Nate Tibbetts’ coaching questions, and whether the front office did enough to keep this team competitive. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content...
Who Leaves the Fever First: Caitlin Clark or Stephanie White? 01.06.2026 30:46
After back-to-back losses to Golden State and Portland, the Indiana Fever are facing bigger questions about Caitlin Clark, Stephanie White, team identity, defensive issues, and visible sideline tension. Natalie and Greg break down who is really under pressure: the coach, the star, or the Fever organization. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content!
Are the New York Liberty Still a Top 5 WNBA Team or Just Top 5 on Paper? 26.05.2026 26:40
The New York Liberty were expected to be one of the WNBA’s elite teams, but their 3-4 start has raised real questions. Natalie and Greg break down whether the Liberty just need to get healthy or if their losses to Portland, Golden State, and Dallas reveal bigger issues with chemistry, defense, turnovers, and late-game execution. New York has top-five talent — but do they have top-five identity? Su...
Did the Fever Protect Caitlin Clark… or Hide the Truth? 21.05.2026 27:39
Caitlin Clark’s last-minute scratch from the Indiana Fever’s game against the Portland Fire turned a back injury into a much bigger conversation. Was this simply the Fever being cautious with their franchise star, or did the timing of the announcement create unnecessary confusion? Natalie and Greg break down the injury timeline, the questions around Fever transparency, the fan reaction, the load m...
WNBA Warning Signs: Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese & Dallas Wings Drama 18.05.2026 35:36
It’s early in the WNBA season, but a few warning signs are already standing out. Natalie and Dad break down the Indiana Fever’s three-point-heavy offense around Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese’s continued development, Coach Jose Fernandez’s comments about selfishness in the Dallas Wings locker room, and Jackie Young’s scoreless night for the Las Vegas Aces. Subscribe to our YouTube for more content!
Did the LA Sparks Get Worse? Rickea Jackson Trade, No Depth & a 0-2 Start 14.05.2026 25:49
It’s only been two games, but the Los Angeles Sparks may already be in trouble. We break down LA’s 0-2 start, the Rickea Jackson trade, the lack of depth, and whether Kelsey Plum, Cameron Brink, Nneka Ogwumike, Ariel Atkins, and Erica Wheeler are enough to make this team a real playoff threat. Suscribe to our YouTube channel for more content!
Azzi Fudd Benched, Caitlin Clark Health Concerns & Fever vs. Wings Reaction 11.05.2026 32:10
The Dallas Wings opened the season with a statement win over the Indiana Fever, and this game gave us a lot more than just a final score. In this episode of Club Hoops, we break down the biggest early WNBA takeaways from Fever vs. Wings, including Azzi Fudd coming off the bench in her WNBA debut, Caitlin Clark’s health after leaving the game for medical attention, and why Dallas already looks dang...
2026 WNBA Preseason Power Rankings: Are the Aces Still No. 1? 07.05.2026 30:13
The 2026 WNBA season is here, and we’re breaking down the preseason power rankings. Are A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces still the team to beat? Can the Liberty, Fever, Dream, or Wings close the gap? We talk Caitlin Clark’s return, Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd in Dallas, Angel Reese in Atlanta, Chicago’s chemistry questions, and which teams could surprise people this season. Plus: who’s too high...
Chicago Sky Shake-Up: Hailey Van Lith Out, Natasha Cloud In 04.05.2026 29:27
In this episode of Club Hoops, we break down why the Sky waived Van Lith, what Cloud brings to Chicago, and what this says about the team’s direction heading into the 2026 WNBA season. We also discuss how Cloud fits with Skylar Diggins, Courtney Vandersloot, Kamilla Cardoso, Rickea Jackson, DiJonai Carrington, and Azurá Stevens. Did Chicago give up on Hailey too soon, or is Natasha Cloud the veter...
Did Courtney Vandersloot Become the Chicago Sky’s Player-GM? 30.04.2026 28:10
For the first time in WNBA history, do we have a player-GM? Okay, we’re joking… kind of. In this episode of Club Hoops, we break down the new-look Chicago Sky and Courtney Vandersloot’s comments about Azurá Stevens stepping into a bigger scoring role. Is Sloot simply setting a veteran standard, or is she acting like someone who helped build the roster? We also talk about what the Angel Reese trade...
Are the Indiana Fever Ready to Contend? 27.04.2026 30:17
The Indiana Fever enter the 2026 WNBA season with major expectations around Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, and Kelsey Mitchell. In this episode, we break down whether the Fever are still developing or finally ready to become a real playoff contender. We discuss Caitlin Clark’s return, Aliyah Boston’s new contract, Kelsey Mitchell’s role, Raven Johnson helping ease the ball-handling pressure, Sophie...
Audi Crooks and Jordan Lee Have New Homes 21.04.2026 20:18
It’s official: Audi Crooks is headed to Oklahoma State and Jordan Lee is headed to South Carolina. In this episode, we break down what these two major transfer portal moves mean for women’s college basketball and which player may have made the better bet. Audi Crooks is stepping into a situation where she can be the centerpiece, while Jordan Lee is joining a championship machine. We get into the p...
Is the WNBA Blackballing Natasha Cloud? 20.04.2026 30:03
In this episode, we break down the four biggest reasons she might still be on the board: her activism, the New York Liberty front office's response after the season, her very public stance on the CBA and player pay, and the basketball realities of age, fitness, and production. Is this about politics? Money? Fit? Or is this just how free agency works in the WNBA? One of the league’s most vocal vete...
LSU Guards Hit the Transfer Portal: Bella Hines to TCU, Jada Williams to LSU 13.04.2026 20:10
LSU’s backcourt is changing fast. In this episode of Club Hoops, we break down the Tigers’ guard movement in the transfer portal, Bella Hines to TCU, Jada Williams to LSU, and what it all means for LSU moving forward. For more content subscribe to our YouTube channel!
WNBA Free Agency Feels Anticlimactic… But the Chicago Sky Are Getting Interesting 13.04.2026 32:39
WNBA free agency hasn’t totally exploded the way some people expected — but the Chicago Sky are absolutely one of the most interesting teams in the mix right now. In this episode, we break down WNBA free agency, why the Chicago Sky stand out, and why this market has felt a little anticlimactic so far. We also get into the big question around the Las Vegas Aces — are they done, or is a bigger move...
Angel Reese Traded to Atlanta Dream: What This Means for Atlanta 08.04.2026 21:45
Angel Reese is headed to the Atlanta Dream, and in this episode, we break down why Atlanta made this move, what Reese brings on the court, and why this trade feels like a clear win-now swing. We also discuss the visibility and pressure that come with adding one of the WNBA’s biggest stars, what Chicago got back in the deal, and what this move means for the Dream moving forward.
Dawn Staley’s Statement, Geno Auriemma’s Apology and the South Carolina-UConn Fallout 07.04.2026 19:52
Dawn Staley released a statement regarding the Final Four moment with Geno Auriemma, and in this episode, we break down what it means, why she may have felt the need to say more, and whether she is too often expected to take the high road. We also discuss how Geno’s apology landed, what this says about the South Carolina-UConn rivalry, and whether any of it actually changes things for Dawn or Sout...
UCLA Handles Texas’ Physicality and Heads to the Natty 04.04.2026 18:10
UCLA took down Texas 51-44 in a low-scoring Final Four rock fight and punched its ticket to the national championship game. We break down Lauren Betts’ impact, Madison Booker’s tough night, and how the Bruins handled Texas’ physicality to get it done. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content!
UCLA vs South Carolina National Championship Preview: Hunger vs Experience 04.04.2026 17:51
UCLA and South Carolina are set for the women’s college basketball national championship, and this matchup feels like hunger vs. experience on the biggest stage. We break down Lauren Betts, Dawn Staley, UCLA’s path to a first title, South Carolina’s depth and physicality, the biggest X-factors, and what could decide the final four minutes with everything on the line. Subscribe to our YouTube chann...
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