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Monarchs notes: Laimbeer accepts fine for officiating comments Unhappy with officiating, Detroit Shock coach Bill Laimbeer said Tuesday that it was worth a league-sanctioned fine to stand up for his team.More...

Monarchs seek finishing touch One more win will bring title repeat By Melody Gutierrez -- Bee Staff Writer The purple confetti is stocked, the trophy is polished, and Arco Arena is prepared to host a second consecutive WNBA championship ceremony for the home team. Now all the Monarchs...

Keeping dream alive The WNBA gives young players a league in which to fulfill their aspirations. By Melody Gutierrez -- Bee Staff Writer Ticha Penicheiro remembers the unrealistic dream she shared with thousands of girls learning to dribble a basketball. She yearned to win championships...

Ailene Voisin: PR lesson is in order for the WNBA By Ailene Voisin -- Bee Columnist Have you seen her? Funny you should ask. The WNBA's own 2006 marketing slogan -- Have you seen her? -- raises more questions than awareness. The answer is probably, no, you haven't seen her, or...

Marty Mac's world: WNBA naysayers need to open their eyes By Martin McNeal -- Bee Columnist Everyone has likes and dislikes, but it's pretty funny to hear a lot of men profess their dislike for women's basketball. It's not athletic enough, they say. Well, these men need to remove...

Monarchs notes: Buescher gets bonus for three By Melody Gutierrez -- Bee Staff Writer Erin Buescher's desperation three-pointer to beat the shot clock during Sunday's 89-69 victory over the Detroit Shock will earn her a cash prize from Yolanda Griffith. Griffith has been known to reward...

By Melody Gutierrez -- Bee Staff Writer Published 12:01 am PDT Monday, September 4, 2006 The Bee's Melody Gutierrez can be reached at (916) 326-5521 or mgutierrez@sacbee.com. http://www.sacbee.com/content/sports/basketball/monarchs/story/14317349p-15234934c.html. With Yolanda...

Kara Lawson and Nicole Powell have combined for a reliable outside presence. By Melody Gutierrez -- Bee Staff Writer Published 12:01 am PDT Monday, September 4, 2006 The Bee's Melody Gutierrez can be reached at (916) 326-5521 or mgutierrez@sacbee.com...

The Detroit coach says his team is the victim of a "double standard." By Joe Davidson -- Bee Staff Writer Published 12:01 am PDT Monday, September 4, 2006 The Bee's Joe Davidson can be reached at (916) 321-1280 or jdavidson@sacbee.com...

By Melody Guitierrez--Bee Staff Writer Published 9:10 pm PDT Sunday, September 3, 2006 http://www.sacbee.com/content/sports/basketball/monarchs/story/14317295p-15234872c.html With Yolanda Griffith resting her arthritic knees for most of Sunday’s game, Sacramento’s reserves filled the...

Monarchs will try to rebound Fatigue may have factored into Sacramento's late breakdown in Game 2. By Melody Gutierrez -- Bee Staff Writer Published 12:01 am PDT Sunday, September 3, 2006 The Bee's Melody Gutierrez can be reached at (916) 326-5521 or mgutierrez@sacbee.com. Monarchs...

Published 12:01 am PDT Sunday, September 3, 2006 http://www.sacbee.com/content/sports/basketball/monarchs/story/14316574p-15231509c.html At the Monarchs-Los Angeles Sparks playoff game Aug. 24 at Arco Arena, I was very annoyed by the constant "Beat L.A." chants. Although the enthusiasm of...

By Martin McNeal -- Bee Staff Writer Published 12:01 am PDT Sunday, September 3, 2006 The Bee's Martin McNeal can be reached at mmcneal@sacbee.com. http://www.sacbee.com/content/sports/basketball/kings/story/14316578p-15231524c.html Things have been quiet around the Kings these days...

http://www.sacbee.com/content/sports/basketball/monarchs/story/14315616p-15227076c.html Monarchs let one get away in Detroit By Melody Gutierrez -- Bee Staff Writer Published 12:01 am PDT Saturday, September 2, 2006 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- They were warned. Twice. Remember last year...

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- With her knees encased in bags of ice, her mood matching the color of the ink on the stat sheet, Ticha Penicheiro flung a final shot from the deep corner of the locker room and finally scored. More...

http://www.sacbee.com/content/sports/story/14315639p-15227089c.html Monarchs let one get away in Detroit By Melody Gutierrez -- Bee Staff Writer Published 12:01 am PDT Saturday, September 2, 2006 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- They were warned. Twice. Remember last year, Monarchs coach John...

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Erin Buescher thinks she got her six-pack from laughing, an absurd notion if you've never seen her. For those who have, they know those pearly whites are always on display, her body always ready to convulse in a giggle.More...

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Furthering the theory that expanding the WNBA fan base is all about exposure comes this little gem from popular Detroit Pistons president Joe Dumars: He came away from the championship series opener on Thursday with a new favorite player.More...

A dogged bunch - SacBee.com A dogged bunch Underdog tag? The Monarchs ignore it. By Melody Gutierrez -- Bee Staff Writer Published 12:01 am PDT Thursday, August 31, 2006 Story appeared in Sports section, Page C1 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- The Monarchs have gotten used to being the underdogs...

http://www.sacbee.com/content/sports/basketball/kings/story/14313151p-15218631c.html Police union opposes arena measures The group says it could change its mind if the city promises to add more staffing By Terri Hardy -- Bee Staff Writer Published 12:01 am PDT Thursday, August 31, 2006...