The phrase "generational talent" has only applied to a select few in sports. Someone like LeBron James and Kobe Bryant or Michael Phelps are so good at
When it comes to women's basketball at the University of Southern California, there are three names at the top of the list: Cheryl Miller, Lisa Leslie, and Tina Thompson.
It’s funny. When you meet someone new or make a new friend, you simply never know where or how your paths may cross in the future. “Can I rebound for you?” That was the first thing I ever remember saying to Tina Thompson.
Twenty-one years ago, Tina Thompson was in a law school prep class at the University of Southern California, focused on her future as an attorney. Then the WNBA came calling.
She scored her first points for the Phoenix Mercury on May 20, 2004, by cutting around defenders in the perimeter for an open three-pointer. Adrian Williams-Strong was sitting in the post against Sacramento Monarchs center Yolanda Griffith when she saw the dynamic rookie guard out of UConn in her purview.