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WNBA Preseason Debuts: Players With HBCU Bloodlines Set To Shine On The Court

Three HBCU stars will showcase their talent in WNBA preseason action.

Kyle T. Mosley

WNBA - HBCU Bloodlines
WNBA - HBCU Bloodlines / Credit: WNBA
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Former HBCU women’s basketball stars Diamond Johnson, Zaay Green, and Tilly Boler are set to make their WNBA debuts in preseason games this week.

In a recent matchup, Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky defeated the Brazil National Team, 89-62, at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Reese recorded a double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds in her first visit to LSU since being drafted. Hailey Van Lith, another former Bengal Tiger, also made her WNBA debut, scoring 7 points and providing 5 assists.

Former Jackson State star Tilly Boler went 3-of-5 from the field and added a free throw, finishing with 7 points in her first WNBA game. She also contributed one assist and one steal in just 4 minutes and 35 seconds of game time.

Diamond Johnson, the reigning MEAC Women’s Basketball Player of the Year, will debut with the Minnesota Mystics against the Chicago Sky at 6:00 PM CT on Tuesday, May 6. The game will feature the former Norfolk State standout and Jackson State’s Tilly Boler as reserves.

Earlier this week, Johnson spoke about HBCUs with the media, saying, "No matter where you go, no matter where you play, talent is talent. And they're going to see you one way or another."

Zaay Green - Mystics
Zaay Green - Mystics / Credit: Mystics

The Washington Mystics are scheduled to play Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever at noon at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Saturday, May 3. Zaay Green, a 32nd overall draft pick from UAPB and Alabama, will showcase her skills in the league as the Mystics battle the Fever.

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Kyle T. Mosley
KYLE T. MOSLEY

I am Kyle T. Mosley, the Founder, Managing Editor, and Chief Reporter for the HBCU Legends, Saints News Network, and Pelicans Scoop on FanNation a Sports Illustrated team channel since October 2019.  Morehouse Alum, McDonogh #35 Roneagles (NOLA), Drum Major of the Tenacious Four.  My Father, Mother, Grandmother, Aunts and Uncles were HBCU graduates! Host of "Blow the Whistle" HBCU Legends, "The Quad" with Coach Steward, and "Bayou Blitz" Podcasts. Radio/Media Appearances:  WWL AM/FM Radio in New Orleans (Mike Detillier/Bobby Hebert),  KCOH AM 1230 in Houston (Ralph Cooper), WBOK AM in New Orleans (Reggie Flood/Ro Brown), and 103.7FM "The Game" (Jordy Hultberg/Clint Domingue), College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt), Jeff Lightsly Show, and Offscript TV on YouTube. Television Appearance: Fox26 in Houston on The Isiah Carey Factor, College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt). My Notable Interviews:  Byron Allen (Media Mogul), Deion Sanders (Jackson State University, Head Coach), Tomekia Reed (Jackson State Lady Tigers Basketball Coach), Taylor Rooks (NBA Reporter), Swin Cash (VP of Basketball - New Orlean Pelicans), Demario and Tamala Davis (NFL Player), Jerry Rice (Hall of Famer), Doug Williams (HBCU & NFL Legend), Emmitt Smith (Hall of Famer), James "Shack" Harris (HBCU & NFL Legend), Cris Carter (Hall of Famer), Solomon Wilcots (SiriusXM NFL Host), Steve Wyche (NFL Network), Jim Trotter (NFL Network), Travis Williams (Founder of HBCU All-Stars, LLC), Malcolm Jenkins (NFL Player), Cam Jordan (NFL), Demario Davis (NFL), Allan Houston (NBA All-Star), Drew Brees (Former NFL QB), Deuce McAllister (Former NFL RB), Willie Roaf (NFL Hall of Fame), Jim Everett (Former NFL Player), Quinn Early (Former NFL Player), Dr. Reef (NFL Players' Trainer Specialist), Nataria Holloway (VP of the NFL). I am building a new team of journalists, podcasters, videographers, and interns.  For media requests, interviews, or interest in joining HBCU Legends, please contact me at kmosley@hbcusi.com. Follow me:

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