The Pick Up - A WNBA Podcast

This week, hosts Cathryn and Freddie chat about early hot takes this season. What bold predictions have they got right so far? Then they discuss the Valkyries' debut and chat about San Fran women's basketball history. Then they chat about Caitlin Clark & Angel Reese. The tough foul that has led to an "investigation" by the league due to racist comments directed at Reese. Is the league handling...

This week, hosts Cathryn and Freddie discuss the Connecticut Sun being shopped to new owners and the possibility of them moving. Then we break down our award predictions this year. MVP, COTY, ROTY, Finals and championship winners, and more. In Freddie's Fun question, we make up our own awards for the league to add to the list. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoel...

This week hosts Freddie and Cathryn discuss some early pre-season observations, who has impressed us so far, Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers discuss white privilege and how they are covered vs other players in the league. opening night game excitement, and finally in Freddie's FFQ, we talk Met Gala looks. Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Love The Pick-U...

This week, hosts Freddie & Cathryn get hyped up for the upcoming WNBA season, they look at the current MVP odds, and ask who they think will win and who has an extreme outside chance at being an MVP underdog. Then they discuss ESPN's 13 teams, 13 questions article, pick a team to profile, and talk about which teams we are most unsure about going into the season. Then, in Freddie's Fun Question...

This week, hosts Freddie & Cathryn evaluate this year's Team Power rankings, do we agree, disagree, and who would we flip? Plus, Cathy Englebert's interview with Bloomberg, what does she have to say about the league as an investment? Then, in Freddie's Fun question, we pick names for the new Portland Team. Love The Pick-Up? You can help us grow and improve! If you've got a minute, fill out thi...

This week, hosts Cathryn and Freddie discuss highlights from the WNBA draft, including Sedona Prince not being drafted due to controversy. The Top 100 players list is out. Who is too high or too low? Then our Freddie's fun question is all about how we would change draft night. Love The Pick-Up? You can help us grow and improve! If you've got a minute, fill out this super quick listener survey to h...

Hosts Freddie & Cathryn discuss the women's NCAA championship. Uconn's big win, thoughts on South Carolina, and sports psychology. Then we look at the upcoming WBNA draft and ask which team needs to nail this one the most. Then we celebrate the incredible accomplishments of Elena Delle Donne, who just announced her retirement. In FReddie's Fun Question, we look to Azzi Fudd's recent interviews...

This week's hosts, Freddie and Cathryn, weigh in on the NCAA Women's Basketball Final Four and predict who will go onto the final and who will win it all. Plus, who are the rising stars from the elite 8 and more. Then they discuss Paige Bueckers electing to go to the WNBA draft and Olivia Miles and Azzi Fudd declining. What does that mean for the WNBA, NIL deals? Then, in our Freddie's fun questio...

Hosts Cathryn & Freddie talk about Juju Watkins tearing her ACL. How will this affect the tournament? The Sweet 16 is here. Which games are must-see TV? WNBA Mock Draft: who cracks the latest top 10, and which players are the ones to look out for? Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever get 41 out of 44 games nationally televised, goes this help it hurt the league? Then, in our Freddie's Fun Quest...

Hosts Cathryn & Freddie chat about the arrival of March Madness! Paige Bueckers, and Juju Watkins, who will rise to the top and will we see an upset? Then, Unrivalled crowns a champion, what would they like to see different next year? and what can the WNBA learn from Unrivalled? Then as the new WNBA CBA is upon us people are already asking will the WNBA have a lockout? & more. They di...

This week, Hosts Freddie and Cathryn discuss Serena Williams's joining the Toronto Tempo ownership group and ask our listeners, "How do we get her in the pod?" Then they feature a few players doing well in the NCAA tournament so far and profile a few featured in the latest mock draft. look at some players featured in the current Mock Draft. Then a look at Unrivalled, who have surprised us with the...

Hosts Cathryn and Freddie discuss Diana Taurasi's shocking retirement announcement. What does the 20-year WNBA vet mean to the sport of basketball? We discuss her legacy and how much she'll be missed. Then The Toronto Tempo announced Monica Wright as their new GM. We celebrate the steps the new franchise is taking. Then we discuss a new movement that could potentially lead to the NCAA players unio...

Host Freddie and Cathryn discussed Cleveland being named the WNBA's 16th team this week, our feedback about Nashville, and the whopping price it went for. What will that mean for the future CBA and the possibility of more players in the league? Then Unrivaled is a ratings success, what they got right. Free Agency Wrap-Up, Winners and Losers. Then in Freddie's Fun Question, it's all about our recor...

Hosts Freddie and Cathryn chat about the Unrivaled 1v1 Tournament. A Huge success, Who are the standouts, and who do they think will win? Then which city do they believe will be the WNBA 16th Expansion City team? We evaluate the shortlist and pick our favourites. Then the NCAA bans Trans Athletes from competing in women's sports. They discuss the issue and show support to the community. Then Fredd...

This week Hosts Freddie and Cathryn first address a very important survey we're asking listeners to complete. Link Below. They also introduce Cathryn's brand-new puppy, Zelda! Then they discuss the wild week that has been WNBA Free Agency. Kelsey Plum to the Sparks, Jewel Lloyd to the Aces, Allyssa Thomas to the Mercury!! They discuss their thoughts on the league's biggest moves. Then in Freddie's...

Host CAthryn and Freddie discuss WNBA free agency speculation. Satou Sabally, Emma Messamen, and could Kelsey Plum leave the Aces? Then Unrivaled is here! Thoughts on the new league's look, feel, and tight full-court vibes. Who is looking good for next season and more. Then, Freddie's Fun Question celebrates Dawn Staley's new contract and asks what could we do to acquire such wealth. Hosted on Aca...

We are back after our holiday hiatus, hosts Cathryn & Freddie catch up with one another and then talk about the WNBA free agency. Which teams to watch out for and who might make a big swing? Then the new Unrivalled league is here! Rule changes, who are we looking forward to seeing this week, and more. Caitlin Clark has a stalker who was arrested for harassing her. We talk about the importance...

Hosts Cathryn and Freddie recap the Golden State Valkyries expansion draft. Who were the surprises, who are the best players we got, who were we surprised to see missing & more. Then they react to the Toronto name being leaked. Officially now the Toronto Tempo. They share their thoughts on the name, logo, colorway & more. In Freddie's Fun Question, we ask ourselves what would make a good T...

Hosts Cathryn and Freddie chat about the expansion draft. What are the rules, and who do we think will be picked from each team? We select one player each per team. It's a long and nerdy exercise for the otherwise playful hosts. Then our Freddie's Fun Question is inspired by our nerdy adventure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosts Cathryn & Freddie re-draft the first 12 picks of the 2024 WNBA draft. Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese make the top 2, but where will all the other iconic rookies land? Agree or Disagree? Let us know in the comments! Plus Freddie's Fun Question is a spontaneous riff about our draft fits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosts Cathryn & Freddie discuss Dallas winning the #1 pick in the draft lottery! What's next for them? Plus Paige on the Wings, Kiki Iriafen, and Azi Fudd enter our NCAA spotlight. Then the Seattle Storm Coaching staff are under investigation over the alledged harassment & bullying of one of their players. Lastly, Freddie's Fun Question is about Kids' toys and player collaborations. Hosted...

This Week Hosts Cathryn & Freddie discuss Candace Parker and her recent comments on how the league has grown and advocating for more for the league. Plus Paige Bueckers & JuJu Watkins stun in their season debut, they compare each game and make early observations about both. Then Is Pat Maholmes Bringing A Team To Kansas? How do we feel about his wife's pro-Trump status and does it hurt the...

This week, hosts Cathryn and Freddie discuss the WNBA's numerous coaching firings, and why we think this might be happening. Then they decide to play a fun game and choose a Celebrity to be the new head coach of each team. IT's the longest "Freddie's Fun Question" in Podcast history and we hope you enjoy this adventure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosts Cathryn & Freddie discuss the LIberty championship celebrations. Jonquel Jones MVP, Ellie The Elephant on Late Night, Stewie with the bottles, and more. Then we talk about Cathy Englebert's controversial NYC dress, Cheryl Reeve going off in the post-game press conference, and the backlash of the finals' questionable calls. The new Unrivaled League reveals its new team names and logos and...

Hello! We're hosts Cathryn & Freddie and we are live reacting to the end of Game 5 with 2 min left in regulation. Thinking we would spend the rest of our time breaking down the game, the next thing we know, we're in overtime and live reacting to 40 min of the greatest finals series ever. We hope you enjoy reliving the magic with us. Congratulations New York Liberty!! Minnesota Lynx, we look fo...