Why Officiating in the WNBA Lacks Accountability
Officiating in the WNBA is no stranger to criticism especially in the aftermath of Alyssa Thomas upgraded foul against Caitlin Clark . In this episode, Zena and Annie evaluate the current state of officiating in the WNBA and how it reaches a balance in the historically physical league. What do coaches and front offices think? What is the biggest flaw in officiating today? What is the solution going forward? Also, the duo shares what has caught their eyes halfway through the WNBA season, the implications of Skylar Diggins Instagram stories, and which teams are trending up in the Sabreena Scale. Plus: a breakdown of the leagues midseason cut-down deadline. How does this affect your favorites? No Offseason is a part of The Athletic Podcast Network: Sign up for the No Offseason Newsletter: 00:00 Intro 01:21 Annies Midseason Surprise: Golden State Valkyries 04:46 Zenas Midseason Surprise: Phoenix & Atlanta 08:13 The Sabreena Scale: Whats Going on in Atlanta? 13:59 The Sabreena Scale: New York Liberty Take Top Spot 19:23 The Sabreena Scale: Dallas Flying on Bueckers Wings 22:57 Skylar Diggins Instagram Story Stirs the Pot in Chicago 28:48 Current State of Officiating in the WNBA 30:16 Annie Costabiles Piece: WNBA Coaches, GMs Share Frustrations Over Ongoing Officiating Issues 35:31 Are Officials Being Held Accountable? 39:00 Physicality and Freedom of Movement: Wheres the Balance? 43:46 Invest to Improve: You Get What You Pay For 51:35 WNBA Lacks NBAs Replay Resources 57:19 Breaking Down the Midseason Cut Down Date Related links and articles: Follow and listen to the audio podcast: Get in touch! Leave a comment wherever youre listening, or email us at NoOffseason@TheAthletic.com Show Links: -YouTube: @No-Offseason -Instagram: @tanooffseason [ -TikTok: @no_offseason [ Credits: -Zena on BlueSky: @zenakeita -Sabreena on BlueSky: @sabreenajm -Chantel on BlueSky: @chanteljennings -Layshia on IG: @layshiac -Annie on X: @anniecostabile -Produced by Taneka Burrell -Executive Produced by Andrea B. Scott Visit the Yahoo Women's Sports Hub: Full Episodes Playlist: Shorts Playlist: Thumbnail: Scott Taetsch / Stringer / Getty Images Sport via Getty Images
