Connecticut was the surprise team in the WNBA last year, winning 21 games while reaching the playoffs for the first time since 2012. Over the course of last season, the Sun established a reputation around the WNBA for playing fast and relentless from opening tip to final buzzer, bringing an exciting style of basketball to the league.
On Sunday at 1 p.m., the Sun have been given the honor of tipping off #WNBAAllDay, hosting the Las Vegas Aces (formerly the San Antonio Stars) as the first game on a day in which all 12 WNBA teams will be in action for the very first time. You can purchase your tickets here.
1. Return of the Sun
The return of Chiney Ogwumike bolsters a lineup that includes All-Stars Jonquel Jones, Alyssa Thomas and Jasmine Thomas, veterans Alex Bentley and Shekinna Stricklen, rising young talent like Courtney Williams, Morgan Tuck, Rachel Banham and Brionna Jones, and rookie Lexie Brown.
Like we never left. 🙃 pic.twitter.com/54SHP6r9xI
— Connecticut Sun (@ConnecticutSun) May 8, 2018
2. A competitive camp
Check out the new series “Inside The Inferno” for a closer look at this year’s training camp.
The young team that emerged as @WNBA stars last summer return to Connecticut. Looking to build on the success of the previous season, new faces and seasoned vets set out to find their role.
Get an all-access look at training camp in Episode I of Inside The Inferno on Facebook. pic.twitter.com/SK4O89w9N9
— Connecticut Sun (@ConnecticutSun) May 2, 2018
3. Free magnet schedule
Everyone will get a 2018 magnet schedule on the way out!
Things you can do with a Connecticut Sun magnet schedule:
stick it on your fridge
stick it to your door
stick it on your car
stick it to a robot
stick it wherever you want!Just show up on May 20th to get one!
🎟️ » https://t.co/wwDTgSlxOU pic.twitter.com/rxy5W4BkoU— Connecticut Sun (@ConnecticutSun) May 14, 2018
4. Check out the competition
Old friend Moriah Jefferson returns to Connecticut as a member of the Las Vegas Aces, and No. 1 draft pick A’ja Wilson makes her professional debut.
5. Catch this beat
Get ready to tap your toes! New in-game entertainment, the CT Sun Line, will be introduced Sunday.
6. Free soda!
Show your support for the #OrangeInvasion by wearing something in our favorite color, and receive a voucher for a free beverage. We know, you’re pumped.
7. Collect this
The first 4,000 fans through the door will get the coolest roster card ever distributed by the Connecticut Sun – maybe by the WNBA. Trust us. This is a keeper.
Sound good? Purchase your tickets here.