Ryan Ruocco praises ‘unnecesarily generous’ Rebecca Lobo and ‘selfless’ Holly Rowe
"I think that one thing that is a common denominator with all of us is we truly do the game thinking about how can we best serve the audience?"
"I think that one thing that is a common denominator with all of us is we truly do the game thinking about how can we best serve the audience?"
The lead trio of Ryan Ruocco, Rebecca Lobo, and Holly Rowe remain in place.
"When a deal is presented that's over a million max salary and revenue share, it's called a 'slap in the face.' Just use different words."
"A work stoppage would be detrimental to everything they’ve been growing."
"Continuing to work with Holly and Ryan was a big driver for me in terms of wanting to stay put at ESPN."
Who are these in-game interviews actually serving?
"I benefit greatly by getting to be partners with two amazing people and amazing broadcasters."
"There's a grab. There's a hold. There's another grab."
It's not often that you're watching the WNBA, or that I'm watching it, and I'm like, 'Wow, I've just never seen this before.'"
"...she is an absolutely incredibly funny, terrific voice for the women’s game."
"What’s funny about it is I didn’t know what a gem of a project it was."
Only three of ESPN's first and second round teams remain the same as last year.
"Sorry, partner! Paige Bueckers just blowin' by ya!"
Teresa Weatherspoon is trying to, you know, coach.
Who are these interviews even for?
"This is a grown man's game. This is not a women's game."
With electrifying calls like "From the future!" Ryan Ruocco seized the spotlight and elevated the women's National Championship.
"What did Albany ever do to Rebecca Lobo?"
Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN WNBA and college basketball analyst and Basketball Hall of Famer Rebecca Lobo. Brandon...
"She's been a singular force and has come along right at the perfect moment."
This could have been a disaster if the technical issues lasted much longer and caused the national audience to miss any action.
ESPN analyst Rebecca Lobo: "It's been a long time coming, but it feels like more people are finally ready to fully embrace the women's game."
Lobo will continue her since-2004 run with ESPN.