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The WNBA is debuting its new short film, with “We are the W” premiering Tuesday on NBA TV.
The project features three players at different stages of their careers in the league, showcasing veteran Angel McCoughtry, mid-career player Isabelle Harrison of the Dallas Wings and second-year New York Liberty star Didi Richards.
“We Are The W” follows the three players on and off the court, highlighting McCoughtry, Harrison and Richards’ various pursuits outside of basketball while underscoring their athletic accomplishments.
Shibon Kennedy and Katie McCurdy, an esteemed female directing duo with over a decade of experience, spearheaded the film in collaboration with Cousins, a female-led production studio.
“We Are The W” will air at 6:30 p.m. EST on Tuesday on NBA TV, setting up for a doubleheader as the Atlanta Dream hosts the Dallas Wings at 7 p.m. and the Minnesota Lynx visit the Phoenix Mercury at 10 p.m.
Fans will also be able to view the film on WNBA League Pass starting Tuesday.
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