The Pick Up - A WNBA Podcast

This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie discuss the 3 points shot contest duel between Sabrina Ionescu and Steph Curry that is being hyped up for NBA All-Star Weekend. Will it happen? Then we discuss the shocking news that Nneka Ogwumike is leaving the Sparks after 12 seasons! Which team will she sign with? Who do we want her to sign with and more! Then we discuss Sue Bird's documentary debuting at th...

Hosts Cathryn Naiker and Freddie Rivas break down the free agents this year! Who do we think is staying put and who is on the move? Then we talk about Paige Bueckers and her lack of urgency to elect to be in the WNBA Draft. Then We talk about ESPN's Pardon the Interruption and their rant about Caitlin Clark being “worth the drive to Iowa” but not worth seeing in the WNBA, in so many words. Then in...

This week hosts Freddie and Cathryn talk about the Epic WNBA regular season rollout this year with most teams doing their own video, sketches, and more! We talk about each one and have a clear favourite. Then we discuss the top 10 moments in the WNBA this past season. We react to a Yahoo sports ranking and make our own. Then, we react to the Commissioner's Cup format change resembling more of what...

This week Hosts Freddie and Cathryn talk about Cathryn's exciting time doing a live stream with Bleacher Report and meeting Seattle Storm's Jewel Lloyd! They did a live reaction to the draft lottery followed by a mock draft and Cathryn recounts the experience. Then there is some breaking news to report. First, Tiffany Hayes announces her retirement from the WNBA. Says she'll continue to play in in...

This week hosts Cathryn & Freddie talk about the controversy surrounding Angel Reese missing 4 games due to mental health reasons. This inspires a lengthy discussion about mental health in sports and both hosts fully support it. Then they talk about Cathy Englebert's comments about NIL in the NCAA and how it is good for the WNBA. They discuss how the popularity of current NCAA stars can trans...

This week Hosts Freddie and Cathryn dive deep into a Washington Post article criticising the WNBA and its relationship with the media. Is the criticism fair and what can the league do about it? Also, Candance Parker opens up about the uncertainty of her future. Will the superstar retire or does she have more playing time left? Then we look at two teams we think have very intriguing off-seasons and...

This week hosts Freddie & Cathryn discuss the wild celebrations from the Las Vegas Aces—everything from the parade to the Usher concert & more. Plus, there is a major expansion update. Portland is officially out of the running leaving a surprising collection of cities remaining in the race. Who do we think the next WNBA team will be? Then we dive into early Free Agency talk. Who are the...

This week hosts Freddie Rivas and Cathryn Naiker react to the Aces becoming back-to-back WNBA champions in game 4. Fighting back after losing Chelsea Grey and Khia Stokes in a thrilling game 4! Looking back at the season and how great two super teams have been for the WNBA. A'ja is an undisputed GOAT!!! In Freddie's fun question, we celebrate Sydney Colson's “Night-Night” celebration and ask what...

This week hosts Freddie and Cathryn hop on the podcast immediately after Game 2 of the finals to react to the dominance of the Aces!! What is going wrong for the Liberty? We try to break down how the Liberty broke down. Then we congratulate Teresa Weatherspoon for becoming the head coach of the Chicago Sky! We then dive into the latest expansion talks. React to the Bay area and Portland becoming o...

This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie preview the epic showdown between the Aces and Liberty but not without first giving love to the Sun and the Wings. Then we look at key matchups and possible things to look out for in the finals along with our predictions. We congratulate our ROY, Tom Brady becomes a part owner and Freddie's fun question is all about the expansion announcement looming and how wou...

This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie go deep into the Bay area expansion news. What does this mean? why was this released by the Athletic before the league and more. Then they dive into the second round of the playoffs Talk under dogs vs. favourites. Can the Sun top the Liberty? Are the Wings done against the Aces? Are the Aces inevitable Champions? What do we think of Stewie winning the MVP? Fredd...

Enjoy an Encore presentation of our interview with ESPN broadcaster, WNBA Analysts, the Host of the Huge Fan podcast, Wake Forest University alumni & basically the coolest person ever, LaChina Robinson!!!! Listen to how we thought this season would go and see what we got right, wrong, and everything in between. Plus! Hosts Freddie Rivas and Cathryn Naiker ask LaChina about the transition betw...

This week we break down every playoff series. Before that, we touch on the recent domestic violence cases affecting the WNBA. First round, Semi-Finals, and Finals and give our picks. Round One: Aces/Sky Liberty/Mystics Sun/Lynx Wings/Dream Round Two: TBD Round Three: TBD Plus Our Bad Ass Players of the Week and Freddie's fun question is all about playoff coverage. Brought to you By: The Sonar Netw...

This week Freddie & Cathryn talk about Breanna Stewart breaking the single-season scoring record, and Alyssa Thomas breaking the single-season assist and triple-double records. What this means and how the 40-game season has impacted the league so far? Then we talk about the tight race for playoff seats 4 through 8. Who is gonna make it into the final spot, and who will gain the last home-cour...

This week hosts Freddie & Cathryn react to the news that the WNBA is walking back their original promise that the playoffs would have chartered flights and have now made it conditional. Plus we react to the Liberty winning the season series against the Aces. Talk about their rivalry all season long and how much we're looking forward to the finals!! Then we look at the standings and ask which...

This week Hosts Freddie & Cathryn celebrate A'ja's 53-point game against the Dream. Freddie & Cathryn make bold predictions heading towards the playoffs. Who are our early MVP picks? Our Badass Player of the Week and in Freddie's fun question we talk about Sabrina's shoes getting stolen and wonder what we would steal in order to sabotage an opponent's team. Brought to you By: The Sonar N...

This week's special guest Mackenzie Green host of the L. A Comic Con Podcast “The World Needs Nerds” joins us to talk about being a WNBA nerd! The daughter of one of the Little Rock 9 talks about what it was like for her growing up around the game. Being in a basketball fandom-heavy home and then going to a non-NCAA Basketball university. All favourites growing up, her love for the Las Vegas Aces...

This week hosts Freddie & Cathryn breakdown the many ups and downs with the Phoenix Mercury. Skylar Diggins-Smith has revealed she is not allowed to use team facilities while on maternity leave!! Diana Taurasi's 10k, BG back from mental health leave, and Shay Petty's concussion. A wild week for the organization. Plus Liz Cambaige did a one-on-one interview about the controversies that have fo...

This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie talk about Brittney Griner taking a mental health break which we fully support. Then we talk about Diana Taurasi about to score 10k in the WNBA. adding to her legacy and do we see any other active player reaching this milestone. Then Freddie sounds off on the casual fans lack of appreciation for defence and Cathryn tries to convince him to stop hanging out with...

Special Guest Crina Mustafa joins the pod to discuss Sabrina! Wow. Where were you when she shocked the world? How does this stack up to other incredible all-star performances? Plus other thoughts on All-Star Weekend. More expansion talk. Plus, our FFQ; ‘s next All-Star game is in Phoenix. What's a non-WNBA city 9other than Toronto) that you feel would be a great host? Brought to you By: The...

This week Hosts Freddie and Cathryn discuss Freddie's trip to the NBA Summer League. Plus All-Star Weekend is upon us. We react to discovering that the league doesn't give tickets to players to attend All-Star?!? Plus the new skills challenge format and more. Then they dive into the new 3 on 3 league founded by Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier ‘Unrivaled’ will give top players a chance to comp...

This week hosts Freddie & Cathryn discuss James Wde's surprising departure from the Chicago Sky to join the Toronto Raptors as an Assistant coach. Then we have a mid-season trade! Natasha Cloud speaks out on politics in America. All-Star Reserves announced! Plus our Bad Ass Player of the week and our Family Feud starting 5! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie talk about Alyssa Thomas becoming the new triple Double queen! Plus All-Star votes are in, who are we surprised to see, and who are we looking forward to? Mercury coach Vanessa Nygaard is fired after a disappointing start to the season despite Griner playing great! What is going on with the Mercury and can they turn things around? Then our Badass Player of the W...

This week hosts Freddie & Cathryn talk about 3 players scoring 40 points in a game and who we think might be the next player to have a 40-piece. Then they discuss shot creators and expand on a profile on WNBA.com and who the best shot creators in the league are today. An update on chartered flights; does JSK give teams a competitive advantage? Then our badass player of the week and Freddie's...

This week's hosts Freddie and Cathryn talk about the Jersey retirements of Sue Bird and Sylvia Fowles!! Plus Britney Griner was harrassed by a loser at the Dallas Airport. What does this mean for the safety of the players and chartered flights? Early All-Star voting results are in! We compare Freddie's picks with the top vote-getters so far. Our badass player of the week & Freddie's fun quest...