WNBL Season Preview: Teams, Players, and Controversies Shaping Women’s Basketball

In this episode of The Sixth Woman Basketball Podcast, Beza and Tony break down everything you need to know ahead of the upcoming WNBL season — from new league ownership to previews on teams and the faces of the WNBL.

They explore predictions for the top and bottom four teams, highlight players like Cayla George, Anneli Maley and Jade Melbourne faces of the league, and dive into recent WNBA controversies, including Cheryl Reeve’s suspension and Napheesa Collier’s comments on WNBA leadership.  There’s also speculation around new signings in WNBL and what these marquee signings mean for the WNBL’s future.

This episode also pays tribute to Tiana Mangakahia, celebrating her resilience and contribution to basketball on and off the court.

 

Key Takeaways

• The WNBL is entering a new era with fresh ownership and rebranding.
• Expectations are high as new teams and players prepare for the upcoming season.
• Cayla George, Jade Melbourne and Anneli Maley are spotlighted as key faces of the league.
• Team predictions are divided between top four contenders and bottom four.
• Predictions for top 2, WNBL Champions, MVP and Breakout Player of the Year.
• The WNBA faces challenges with Cheryl Reeve’s suspension and leadership debates.
• Nafisa Collier’s comments have sparked conversation about direction and governance of the WNBA.
• A heartfelt tribute to Tiana Mangakahia honours her strength and influence in women’s basketball.
• Rumours of new signings could shift the balance of power within the WNBL this season.

 

Chapters

00:00 – Introduction to The Sixth Woman Basketball Podcast
02:48 – New WNBL League Launches in October - What Does This All Mean and What Can We Hope For
06:30 – Faces of the WNBL 2025-26: Cayla George, Jade Melbourne and Anneli Maley
11:30 – Team by Team Predictions: Top Four or Bottom Four
27:00 – Season Predictions - Champions, MVP, Breakout Player

29:00 – Cheryl Reeves Suspension in WNBA - Fair or Not

33:00 – Nepheesa Collier Calls Out WNBA Leadership
37:00 – Tribute to Tiana Mangakahia
39:00 – Rumours in the WNBL - Han Xu and another European Star

 

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