Santana Withrow is the CEO and co-founder of Remi Sports, a sports-focused creative and media company, and the founder of The Affinity Films, a content production and social media company she launched in 2018. A longtime supporter of women’s basketball, Santana brings that passion to Disruptor Sports through stories focused on the players, teams and continued growth of the WNBA.
WNBAThe Valkyries have built their identity around trust, a strong defense, and collective execution. In the Finals, the Dream is exposing cracks in that foundation. Atlanta now leads the series 2-1 after a 97-71 win in Game 3, and Angel Reese’s physicality and Jordin Canada’s pressure are disrupting the rhythm that has made Golden State so successful.
WNBAThe Valkyries pulled off Game 1 against Atlanta at Chase Center. It’s no surprise that Gabby Williams led the team with 26 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block. That doesn’t mean it was an easy win for the Valkyries.
Angel ReeseGolden State swept the regular-season series, but Angel Reese and the Dream bring a defense the Valkyries have not seen on this stage.