Posts by Wilton Jackson
Wilton Jackson II covers the Atlanta Dream and the SEC for The Next. A native of Jackson, Miss., Wilton previously worked for Sports Illustrated along with other media outlets. He also freelances for different media entities as well. He attended the University of Southern Mississippi, where he earned his Bachelor's degree in multimedia journalism (broadcast) before earning a Master's degree in mass communication from LSU and a second Master's degree in sport management from Jackson State University.
Karl Smesko on Paopao: ‘She’s explosive when she gets in. She’s somebody you really have to respect once she’s on the floor’
With her mother watching from the stands, Hillmon has redefined her game and her role
Caldwell: ‘I’m living in a blessing right now’
Karl Smesko: ‘There are times where we play at a level that is right at the top of the league. The challenge is to stay there longer’
Pressure doesn’t shake her, rhythm fuels her. With the Dream climbing and Gray shining, she’s crafting a season that’s equal parts breakout and coronation.
Jordin Canada: ‘I think it’s a big challenge for us to see where we’re at, how we can get better and what type of team we’ll be’
Brittney Griner: ‘[It] feels good to see [shots] going in, getting that rhythm, especially getting ready for the second half of the season”
Paopao: ‘I feel like Atlanta has accepted me with open arms’
Howard: ‘I want to be on an All-WNBA team and WNBA All-Defensive team’
Hillmon: ‘I definitely feel like I found my voice’
