Live from Phoenix, it’s a Women’s Final Four®️ takeover! Sophie Cunningham and West Wilson check in ahead of the semifinals with two absolute sports legends – journalist Holly Rowe and retired basketball player (and current NBA executive), Allison Feaster – for a conversation that goes way beyond basketball. From behind-the-scenes stories covering the biggest moments in sports, to emotional reflections on the growth of women’s basketball, Holly opens up about her journey, the sacrifices she’s made, and why she’s never left the women’s game. She flexes her unmatched storytelling skills, revisiting iconic moments from decades covering the sport, breaking down the Women’s Final Four matchups, and diving into the rapid evolution of women’s basketball – a rise she’s witnessed firsthand and helped elevate. The crew also gets into:•⁠ ⁠Why Phoenix is showing out as a women’s hoops city•⁠ ⁠The story behind spotlighting tunnel fits in the WNBA bubble•⁠ ⁠⁠Launching the “Joy+Us Foundation,” and her work to support cancer survivors Then Allison Feaster joins to bring a full-circle perspective – from NCAA®️ history-maker to WNBA vet to Boston Celtics executive, and now watching her daughter shine on the biggest stage in college basketball. She shares what it’s like being on the other side of the court as a parent, the power of community behind every athlete, and why this new generation of players is built different.All lines provided by ‪Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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