WNBA team in Philly gets boost as part of Comcast-Sixers megadeal
2 days ago · The Sixers’ push for a WNBA franchise in Philadelphia was promised in the Center City arena plan. The addition of Comcast as a minority stakeholder in the possible expansion team is a new wrinkle.
Wanda Sykes believes Philly's chances to get a WNBA team are …
1 day ago · Philadelphia is one of 10 to 12 cities on the list for expansion in that timeframe, she said. The WNBA's popularity as has grown in recent years, propelled by young stars , like the Indiana Fever ...
Philadelphia mayor announces new plan to keep 76ers arena in …
2 days ago · Philadelphia mayor announces new plan to keep 76ers arena in South Philadelphia, pursue WNBA team. Read More. 1 of 9. The Philadelphia 76ers will partner with Comcast Spectacor to build a new arena in South Philadelphia and abandon a deal to move downtown. The news comes as a relief to critics of the plan to put a $1.3 billion arena between ...
How 76ers' new arena deal could bring WNBA to Philadelphia
3 days ago · The 76ers' new arena could get Philadelphia a WNBA team. By. Sam DiGiovanni. Jan 12, 2025 at 1:44 PM ET. Subscribe. Follow Us. The Philadelphia 76ers are changing course on their plans for a new home.
Philadelphia mayor announces new plan to keep 76ers arena in …
2 days ago · PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia 76ers will partner with Comcast Spectacor, their current landlord, to build a new arena in South Philadelphia and abandon a deal with the city to move downtown.
Philadelphia among 6 cities being considered for new WNBA team
Apr 18, 2024 · PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia could soon get its own WNBA team. The league's commissioner named it as one of six cities under consideration for an expansion team.
Philadelphia’s pitch for a WNBA team – and how 76 Place could …
Mar 28, 2024 · It may be too short notice for investors and fans to coalesce around a WNBA team in Philadelphia in 2025, but that doesn’t mean the window is closing. Discussions over 76 Place, the Market East arena, will play out this year and will be a major talking point after the city approves its budget in June.
Cherelle Parker, Sixers want WNBA team in Philadelphia if arena ...
Sep 27, 2024 · On Thursday, the Sixers confirmed that they will try to bring a WNBA team to the city if the arena is built. "We share in Mayor Parker's desire to bring a WNBA franchise to Philadelphia and...
76ers, Philadelphia mayor aim to bring WNBA franchise to city as …
Sep 26, 2024 · Philadelphia mayor Cherelle Parker and the 76ers are hoping to bring a WNBA team to their city. Parker disclosed that the first attempt to do this happened a few years ago, but she feels now is...
Philadelphia in the running for WNBA franchise, Commissioner …
Apr 16, 2024 · The WNBA will once again pay for charter flights for the entire playoffs as well as for back-to-back games during the upcoming season that require air travel, Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said...
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