Posts by Alissa Hirsh

Alissa Hirsh covers the Chicago Sky for The Next. She is also writing a memoir about the difficulty in leaving her college basketball career behind, and co-founded The Townies newsletter. Her hometown of Skokie, Illinois is known for having the top bagel options in the Chicagoland area.

Chicago Sky respond to Angel Reese hate speech allegations

May 21, 2025

As investigation continues, Sky concerns revolve around the larger trend

Sky learn defense must come first in season-opening loss at Fever

May 18, 2025

Tyler Marsh’s debut was a reminder that a more modern offense won’t be enough

2025 WNBA season preview: Chicago Sky

May 7, 2025

Bold offseason moves set the Sky up to compete now, while also building for the future

Angel Reese isn’t a finished product — and the Sky are betting big on her growth

April 30, 2025

How Reese’s sophomore season could define her role and reshape the Sky

Slovenian Ajša Sivka headlines Chicago’s 2025 draft class at No. 10

April 15, 2025

Sky pairs European prospect with collegiate standout Hailey Van Lith in the first round

Win now or pay later: Sky sacrifice draft assets for All-Star Ariel Atkins

February 24, 2025

Atkins enhances the Sky’s playoff prospects in 2025, but limits the team’s ability to replenish talent through the draft

New wings Becca Allen and Kia Nurse help reset Sky’s flight path

February 17, 2025

Duo brings shooting, versatility to Sky’s perimeter overhaul

Chicago Sky stack up on veterans in retooling effort

February 5, 2025

Former franchise star Courtney Vandersloot returns along with Rebecca Allen and Kia Nurse

Northwestern’s Blizzard defense nears extinction

January 31, 2025

The transfer portal era challenges the viability of the Blizzard defense

One-Year Wonder: Chennedy Carter will become an unrestricted free agent

January 23, 2025

With a new coaching staff, the Sky will be going a different direction this offseason