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The Guardian - World News

The Guardian - World News

Title ‘Real talk’ or wreaking havoc? The questions WNBA coaches should ask before calling out their teams Source The Guardian - World News
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After Jose Fernandez ripped the Wings’ selfishness, they responded with an emphatic win – but that doesn’t always happen. Plus, a big week for denim

I’ve never envied the job of a head coach. From high school to college to the pros, it’s a public position that invites scrutiny from all corners. At the end of last week, the Dallas Wings lost a close game to the Minnesota Lynx after having the lead for most of the contest. Wings first-year head coach Jose Fernandez was very blunt in his postgame presser on Thursday night:

“It’s real talk, and it’s accountability,” Fernandez said. “That’s what I told them. I go, ‘There’s selfishness in this locker room.’ There is. You gotta look in the mirror and be accountable on how you played, and don’t get upset if you think that you should’ve played more, or you didn’t play enough, or you didn’t get the shots you think you should’ve gotten.”

Nneka Ogwumike, Los Angeles Sparks: Madam President doesn’t play when it comes to a matching set. And this baggy, pinstriped denim one is perfect for strutting in a Hollywood tunnel.

Gabby Williams, Golden State Valkyries: Who said jeans can only be worn on your legs? Gabby defies fashion rules with this unique look.

Angel Reese, Atlanta Dream: These jorts paired with a Gucci belt, Gucci sandals and Hermès purse scream “Rich Auntie Running Errands”, and that’s what I always aspire to dress like.

Golden State Valkyries v New York Liberty

Dallas Wings v Atlanta Dream

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Link https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/may/19/should-coaches-call-out-their-teams-publicly Published At 2026-05-20 10:12:42 (2 months ago)
Created At 2026-05-20 10:22:17 Updated At 2026-05-20 10:22:17