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HTH Episode 53: All Things Offseason with Terry Horstman

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Terry Horstman of The Next to talk about everything that has taken place and what's yet to come this offseason.

Hansen and Horstman discuss the offseason to this point and what we've seen from players and leagues across the globe, also talking about Unrivaled and overseas performances. They then jump into the moves made by the Minnesota Lynx over the offseason and what could take place in the draft. The two conclude the episode by answering some submitted questions from listeners.

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Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 53: All Things Offseason with Terry Horstman

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Terry Horstman of The Next to talk about everything that has taken place and what's yet to come this offseason.

Sponsors

HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

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Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/hth-store for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 52: Free Agency, Offseason and More With ESPN's Alexa Philippou

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Alexa PhilIppou, who covers women's basketball for ESPN.

Hansen and Philippou open up the podcast by talking about WNBA free agency and how things will pick up around the league soon, also touching on the reason why we could see short-term contracts signed this offseason in anticipation for the new CBA in the coming year. They then discuss the start of Unrivaled and what that league will do for the exposure and excitement of the WNBA and women's basketball, concluding the podcast talking about the current state of women's basketball and how interest in the game can only increase moving forward.

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HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

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Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

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Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 51: Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by a very special guest, Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride.

Hansen and McBride start the episode off by talking about what McBride has been up to since the conclusion of the WNBA season, also talking about the season that was for the Lynx that concluded in the WNBA Finals. The two then discuss McBride playing in the inaugural Unrivaled league this offseason while remaining in the United States during the offseason for the first time in years. Hansen and McBride then conclude the episode talking about the offseason additions to the Lynx coaching staff, McBride's hopes for the 2025 WNBA season and much more.

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Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/hth-store for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 50: Offseason in Full Swing

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen dives into the WNBA offseason, what has taken place and what is to come.

In a solo show (yes, we're sorry), Hansen discusses what has taken place across the league since the conclusion of the WNBA Finals, shifting to what is coming up on Dec. 7 with the WNBA Expansion Draft. He then dives into the six players Minnesota will likely protect in the Expansion Draft and what that could mean for players who are unprotected. To conclude, Hansen looks ahead to what will take place the rest of the offseason and specifically what will take place once the calendar year flips to 2025.

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Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 49: Recapping a Wild WNBA Finals

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by not one but two guests, Terry Horstman of The Next and Aryeh Schwartz of Winsidr, to recap an incredible and controversial finish to the WNBA Finals.

Hansen chats with both guys about the championship series that took place, the controversial call towards the end of Game 5, the incredible series in totality and historic season we saw in 2024. They then dive into where the Minnesota Lynx and WNBA goes from here, what the future looks like for the Lynx and what the WNBA can improve upon before the 2025 campaign tips off.

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Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/hth-store for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 48: WNBA Finals Preview with Winsidr's Aryeh Schwartz

Sota Sports Network — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Aryeh Schwartz, who is the founder of Winsidr and host of the Winsidr Show podcast.

Hansen and Schwartz open the podcast by talking about the Minnesota Lynx, their season now that we are nearing the end of it as well as how they have performed in the first two rounds of the postseason. They then jump right into the Lynx roster, what this team is capable of, and then take a deep dive into the best-of-five WNBA Finals matchup between Minnesota and New York.

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Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/hth-store for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 47: Lynx Radio Play-by-Play Voice Wendell Epps

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Minnesota Lynx radio play-by-play voice, Wendell Epps.

Hansen and Epps open the podcast talking about what drew Epps to Minnesota and what his first year has been like in the Twin Cities, following that up by discussing the Minnesota Lynx play over the regular season and at the start of the postseason. Hansen and Epps then shift focus to the final four teams left standing in the WNBA Playoffs before taking a deep dive into the best-of-five series between the Lynx and the Connecticut Sun.

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Subscribe to our weekly Hitting the Hardwood newsletter at bit.ly/HTHnewsletter

Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/hth-store for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 46: Talking Playoffs with ESPN's LaChina Robinson

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by ESPN analyst and reporter LaChina Robinson.

Hansen and Robinson open the podcast by talking about the 2024 regular season in its final week, what and who have surprised us this season, and the playoff race. They then take a deep dive into the success of the Minnesota Lynx and the MVP type play of Napheesa Collier, as well as discussing if Minnesota should be considered serious title contenders this year.

To conclude the podcast, Robinson talks about the postseason ahead, what we can expect from the playoff field and what role she will be playing before, during and after broadcasts on ESPN this postseason.

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Subscribe to our weekly Hitting the Hardwood newsletter at bit.ly/HTHnewsletter

Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/hth-store for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 45: Talking Red-Hot Lynx with Terry Horstman

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Terry Horstman, who covers the Minnesota Lynx for The Next.

Hansen and Horstman open the podcast by talking about the Lynx as of late and how they are red-hot out of the Olympic Break, as well as the impressive weekend that took place in Minneapolis with the Lynx taking down Las Vegas and Indiana in a back-to-back on Maya Moore jersey retirement weekend. The two them discuss the job that has been done by Cheryl Reeve and her coaching staff, the MVP-caliber of play from Napheesa Collier, and if this team is a legit title contender this year.

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HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

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Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/hth-store for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 44: Wolves and Lynx COO Ryan Tanke

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 14:15:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx Chief Operating Officer, Ryan Tanke.

Hansen and Tanke open up the podcast talking about the Olympics in Paris and the resumption of the WNBA season following the Olympic Break, going on to discuss the season thus far and the interest in the WNBA and how that has reached the Lynx organization. The two then talk about the rest of the regular season, the Lynx fan base and their passion and support of the team, and what could come for Minnesota the rest of the 2024 season and into the postseason.

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Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/hth-store for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 43: Olympic Break Talk With Myles Ehrlich

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Myles Ehrlich, a senior writer at Winsidr who primarily covers the New York Liberty and co-host of the Pull Up with Myles and Owen Podcast.

Hansen and Ehrlich open the podcast by talking about the WNBA season at the Olympic Break, the interest the league continues to get, and what might happen during the break before teams return for the final 15 games of the regular season. The two them take a deep dive into the success of New York and Minnesota so far this season, wrapping up the podcast by discussing the Paris Olympics and more.

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HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

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Subscribe to our weekly Hitting the Hardwood newsletter at bit.ly/HTHnewsletter

Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/hth-store for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 42: Midseason Update With Mark Schindler

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Mark Schindler, a writer who covers all levels of women's basketball and the host of the They've Got Now podcast.

Hansen and Schindler take a look around the WNBA at the midseason point and as the Olympic Break gets underway while outlining some surprises we've seen through the first portion of the summer. The two then take a look at the Minnesota Lynx and what has fed into the success of the team thus far before wrapping up the podcast by discussing favorites for end-of-season awards and what teams are serious title contenders in 2024.

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Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/hth-store for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 41: All Things Lynx With Jack Borman

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by WNBA and NBA writer and reporter Jack Borman.

Hansen and Borman take a deep dive into the Minnesota Lynx so far this season, including the strong start for the team, the reasoning behind the hot start and some standouts thus far. The two then discuss the newest additions to the team and the impact they have made thus far, and some strengths and weaknesses Minnesota has shown. Hansen and Borman conclude the podcast by talking about if the Lynx strong start is sustainable and if they should already be considered title contenders in 2024.

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HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

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Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/hth-store for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 40: Minnesota Lynx veteran Kayla McBride

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 11 Jun 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride.

McBride and Hansen take a look at the WNBA season thus far for the Minnesota Lynx, including a strong start to the season for McBride herself. They then take a look behind the success of the Lynx thus far and the chemistry that is already present on Minnesota's roster despite new faces. They conclude the podcast by discussing what McBride has enjoyed most about the season thus far, what she thinks the Lynx can accomplish this year and much more.

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HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

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Get early access to episodes and exclusive content at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

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Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 39: WNBA and NBA writer Chelsea Leite

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 28 May 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Toronto-based WNBA and NBA writer Chelsea Leite.

Leite and Hansen look dive into the recent news of Toronto being awarded a WNBA franchise starting in 2026, including the announcement event itself, what the timeline could look like for announcements leading up to the 2026 season, if Leite had any doubts of if Canada would ever be awarded an expansion team, and more. The two then shift focus to the 2024 WNBA season and discuss some surprises through the first two weeks of the year before concluding the podcast by discussing the Minnesota Lynx, what we've seen from them so far and what we could expect the rest of the year.

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HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

Support

Subscribe to our weekly Hitting the Hardwood newsletter at bit.ly/HTHnewsletter

Get early access to episodes and an exclusive 3x weekly Lynx newsletter at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/hth-store for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 38: Bally Sports North's Marney Gellner

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 14 May 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by award-winning broadcaster, Bally Sports North's Marney Gellner.

Hansen and Gellner talk about her role at Bally Sports North, which currently includes being a studio host for the Minnesota Timnberwolves and play-by-play broadcaster for the Minnesota Lynx, along with what it's been like covering the Lynx over the years. They then discuss Gellner's favorite memories, personalities and moments throughout her time around the Lynx, concluding the podcast by discussing the recent increase in interest with women's basketball and what to look forward to from the Lynx in the 2024 season.

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HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

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Subscribe to our weekly Hitting the Hardwood newsletter at bit.ly/HTHnewsletter

Get early access to episodes and an exclusive 3x weekly Lynx newsletter at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/HTHstore for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 37: Hall of Famer Seimone Augustus

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by the newly announced inductee into the 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, former Minnesota Lynx star Seimone Augustus.

Hansen and Augustus discuss her Hall of Fame induction, including how and when she found out, and what the honor means to her. They then take a look back on the career accomplishments of Augustus, including her impressive performance on the court and her work in the community off the court. The two then shift focus to the NCAA Tournament, talking about the women's tournament and the exposure the game received throughout March Madness. Hansen and Augustus round out the podcast by discussing the WNBA season ahead, including what the Lynx legend expects out of her new team in 2024.

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HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

Support

Subscribe to our weekly Hitting the Hardwood newsletter at bit.ly/HTHnewsletter

Get early access to episodes and an exclusive 3x weekly Lynx newsletter at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/HTHstore for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 36: Newest Lynx Courtney Williams

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In the latest episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by the newest member of the Minnesota Lynx, guard Courtney Williams.

Hansen and Williams open the podcast discussing her mindset going into free agency, the free agency process for the veteran guard and why she decided to choose Minnesota. They then talk about what Williams can bring to the Lynx in 2024, what she believes her and the other offseason additions will contribute to the team and what fans can expect out of her on a nightly basis.

The two conclude the episode by looking ahead to the upcoming season, what expectations Williams has with her new team and why Minnesota "will be a problem" this summer.

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HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

Support

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Get early access to episodes and an exclusive 3x weekly Lynx newsletter at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/HTHstore for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 35: Lynx Free Agency with Stephen PridGeon-Garner

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Stephen PridGeon-Garner, who covers the WNBA and the Chicago Sky as well as the NBA and the Phoenix Suns.

Hansen and PridGeon-Garner open up the podcast by discussing some of the moves made throughout the WNBA this offseason, including those made by both the Minnesota Lynx and the Chicago Sky. The two take a deep dive into what new Lynx players Courtney Williams and Alanna Smith, among others, will bring to Minnesota in 2024 and fans can expect out of them in Minneapolis. They conclude the podcast with a discussion on what the Lynx and the Sky could look like this summer, what their expectations are and more.

Sponsors

HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

Support

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Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/HTHstore for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 34: Covering the WNBA and Free Agency Preview with Rachel Galligan

Sota Sports Network — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by women's basketball analyst Rachel Galligan to talk all things women's basketball and WNBA.

Hansen and Galligan open up the podcast by discussing covering the WNBA and women's basketball and some of the challenges that come along with it, as well as Galligan taking a step back from breaking WNBA news this offseason. They then look ahead to the offseason and free agency currently underway, breaking down what the Minnesota Lynx could do this offseason either in free agency, in the WNBA Draft or both.

To conclude the podcast, they look ahead to the 2024 campaign and what we might expect from the Lynx and the rest of the league.

Sponsors

HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

Support

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Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/HTHstore for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 33: Looking Ahead to 2024 with Canis Hoopus' Jack Borman

Sota Sports Network — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by frequent guest and friend of the podcast, Canis Hoopus Editor-in-Chief Jack Borman.

Hansen and Borman put a bow on 2023 while looking at how Minnesota Lynx players have been performing overseas during the WNBA offseason. They then look ahead to 2024, including the 2024 schedule that recently dropped, some free agent targets the Lynx could look at as free agency begins in the new year, some hope, resolutions and predictions for Minnesota in 2024, and much more!

Sponsors

HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

Support

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Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/HTHstore for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood

HTH Episode 32: Lynx Forward Napheesa Collier

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier to talk all things Lynx.

Collier and Hansen revisit the 2023 WNBA season both for Collier personally and the Lynx as a whole, discuss what she thought about her MVP-caliber season in 2023 and what Collier plans to work on over the offseason. The two then talk about Collier's work with Unrivaled and the status of that league, what she hopes the Lynx can accomplish over the offseason while potentially adding to the roster, what Minnesota could look like in 2024, what Collier plans to accomplish next in her career and much more!

Sponsors

HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

Support

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HTH Episode 31: Lynx Head Coach Cheryl Reeve

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Minnesota Lynx head coach and president of basketball operations Cheryl Reeve to talk all things Lynx.

Reeve and Hansen take a look back at the 2023 season, including what Reeve thought of the year that was, some players that stepped up throughout the year, what surprises popped up during the summer and more. They then shift focus to what Minnesota needs to do this offseason and what the team might target over the offseason before looking ahead to the 2024 campaign and what Reeve's hopes are for the Lynx when the new year begins.

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HTH Episode 30: The Athletic Writer Ben Pickman

Sota Sports Network — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 16:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Hitting the Hardwood, Mitchell Hansen is joined by Ben Pickman, a writer for The Athletic who covers the WNBA and college basketball, and co-host of The Athletic Women's Basketball Show podcast.

Pickman and Hansen talk about the WNBA Finals, which Pickman attended, including what took place during the series, the atmosphere in both Las Vegas and New York and more. They then discuss the recent WNBA expansion news, diving into what the expansion means, what the next steps for the league might be and what the WNBA needs to focus on next with two additional teams joining the league in 2025. The podcast concludes with Pickman and Hansen breaking down the Minnesota Lynx, including what took place over the course of the 2023 campaign, what could occur this offseason, what the team will look like in 2024 and more.

Sponsor

HOMAGE, a clothing site that offers a variety of vintage merchandise, is here to provide you Lynx and WNBA merchandise you'll love! Check it out at homage.sjv.io/HTHLynx or homage.sjv.io/HTHWNBA

Support

Subscribe to our weekly Hitting the Hardwood newsletter at bit.ly/HTHnewsletter

Get early access to episodes and an exclusive 3x weekly Lynx newsletter at patreon.com/hittingthehardwood

Visit the Hitting the Hardwood store at bit.ly/HTHstore for all the latest HTH clothes, hats, mugs, pint glasses, stickers, magnets and more

Follow Mitchell on Twitter @M_Hansen13 and follow the show at @HittingHardwood