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Keep'n It 9450 With Ashley Battle


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In this engaging episode of 'Keep'n It 9450: Codename WBB', hosts DA and Lolo delve into the recent WNBA game highlights, focusing on the Las Vegas Aces' home defeat by the New York Liberty. The discussion provides an in-depth analysis of the Aces' missteps, Sabrina Ionescu's impactful performance, and the Liberty’s standout showing. The episode also covers Connecticut Sun's playoff hurdles, spotlighting Ty Harris' surprising performance. Special guest Ashley Battle, a Player Development Scout for the Boston Celtics and Play-by-Play Analyst for the Connecticut Sun, enriches the conversation with her seasoned basketball insights. She offers perspectives on women's evolving roles in sports, shares memorable anecdotes with personalities like Kobe Bryant and Jay-Z, and discusses her aspirations in basketball management. The episode also touches on Diana Taurasi's illustrious career as she nears potential retirement and debates UConn’s all-time greatest team, punctuated by Ashley's personal 'Mount Rushmore' of WNBA legends.

00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter

00:43 Game Four Recap: Aces vs Liberty

04:46 Special Guest: Ashley Battle Joins the Discussion

05:41 In-Depth Analysis: Liberty's Strategy and Aces' Challenges

18:55 Connecticut Sun vs Minnesota Lynx: Game Highlights

22:11 Connecticut Sun's Playoff Journey and Future Prospects

33:25 Ashley Battle's Career and Insights

45:20 Reflecting on a Unique Friendship

45:56 Diana Taurasi's Impact on the Game

48:58 UConn's Legendary Teams

57:29 The Journey to Becoming a GM

01:01:10 Breaking into Broadcasting

01:11:52 Building the Ultimate Basketball Player

01:15:57 UConn's All-Time Starting Five

01:19:48 Celebrating Swin Cash's Legacy

01:20:42 Nykesha Sales: A Different Kind of Legend

01:21:01 Podcast Growth and Audience Engagement

01:22:38 Ashley Battle's Hilarious Stand-Up Potential

01:23:13 The Unforgettable Beyonce Encounter

01:33:53 A Star-Studded Birthday Bash

01:40:54 Meeting Kobe Bryant: A Dream Come True

01:49:20 UConn's Promising Future in Women's Basketball

01:52:26 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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