Posts by David Mendez-Yapkowitz

David has been with The Next team since the High Post Hoops days when he joined the staff in 2018. He is based in Los Angeles and covers the LA Sparks, Pac-12 Conference, Big West Conference and some high school as well.

Nia Coffey to bring shooting and defense to the Sparks

March 12, 2021

Her previous familiarity with Trammell was one of the deciding factors in Coffey’s choosing to sign with the Sparks

What we learned from Big West Tournament Day 2

March 11, 2021

Sierra Campisano is an absolute beast

Big West Tournament Day 1

March 10, 2021

“It’s going to be a new opponent, I’m sure our coaches are already on it with film and scouting,” Krupa said

Abbey Ellis gets another shot at Big West Tournament glory

March 8, 2021

Cal Poly’s sophomore point guard has another chance to win some hardware

Derek Fisher assesses Sparks offseason

March 6, 2021

In his first offseason as both general manager and head coach, Fisher is pleased with the direction the team is heading in

‘I don’t think leading is a heavy burden’: Nneka Ogwumike returns to Sparks

March 4, 2021

Ready to take on the destiny of only WNBA franchise she’s called home

Chiney Ogwumike re-signs with the Sparks

March 2, 2021

“As we transition to this new stage, we still have tremendous talent and leadership…I think you can only be excited,” Ogwumike said

Seimone Augustus. (Screenshot via WNBA Media Central)

‘I will retire a Spark’: How Seimone Augustus sees her WNBA future

February 25, 2021

What Los Angeles gains from the wisdom of the celebrated vet

Bria Holmes ready for a new opportunity

February 23, 2021

“That’s the first step for me, somebody to believe in you,” Holmes said. “I don’t think I’ve had that”

What Sparks add with Bria Holmes

February 21, 2021

The Sparks bring back Seimone Augustus