Jannik Sinner’s sanction & previewing AU Softball’s Champions Week

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On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz sift through the details surrounding world No. 1 men’s tennis player Jannik Sinner’s anti-doping sanction, and what it means for the young player at the upcoming US Open.
Then in part two, the girls swing for the fences, previewing Athletes Unlimited’s Softball’s Champions Week, which goes down this weekend in Rosemont, Illinois. It all goes down on the diamond.
A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.

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On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-host Steph Rotz and guest host Lauren Tuiskula dive headfirst into the WNBA playoff push after a thrilling weekend of headline-making action. From the NY Liberty’s postseason clinch to the ongoing Rookie of the Year battle, the W is adding extra spice to a thrilling summer of sports.
Then in part two, the gals dig into some off-court WNBA moments, from updates in LA Sparks star Dearica Hamby’s lawsuit to the league’s latest partnership. Up, up, and away they go.
A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.
Dearica Hamby’s discrimination lawsuit and the WNBA returns post-Olympics

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On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-host Steph Rotz and guest host Robyn Pearson dive into a plethora of WNBA news before the second half of the season tips off. First up, the gals discuss LA Sparks forward Dearica Hamby’s recent federal lawsuit against her former team, the Las Vegas Aces, and the WNBA over alleged discrimination in relation to her pregnancy.
Then in part two, Steph and Robyn preview the second half of the season as the league returns from the Olympic break. After a triumphant Team USA gold in Paris, top players like A’ja Wilson (Las Vegas Aces), Sabrina Ionescu (NY Liberty), Alyssa Thomas (Connecticut Sun), and Napheesa Collier (Minnesota Lynx) are back stateside, baby.
A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.