Category: The Harding Way

Connecticut Sun Renew Partnership With Jordan’s Furniture

By DJ Harding Connecticut Sun announced that the organization will partner with Jordan’s Furniture for its third consecutive year. Jordan’s furniture has partnered with the Connecticut Sun the past two seasons providing an elevated experience for fans. This experience was for both fans in the community with the Connecticut Sun's 'Basketball for Free' clinics along … Continue reading Connecticut Sun Renew Partnership With Jordan’s Furniture

U.S.A vs Team WNBA To Headline WNBA All-Star Game

By DJ Harding - The WNBA recently announced that the 224 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game will feature a matchup between the WNBA All-Stars who comprise the USA Basketball Women’s NAtional Team versus the remaining WNBA All-Stars. The Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona, home of the three time WNBA champion Phoenix Mercury, is the location of … Continue reading U.S.A vs Team WNBA To Headline WNBA All-Star Game

Connecticut Sun Announce Partnership With Walgreens

By DJ Harding On March 25th the Connecticut Sun announced a partnership for this upcoming WNBA season with Walgreens. Walgreens will be the Official Retail Wellness Partner of the Connecticut Sun. “Today marks a significant milestone as Walgreens proudly embarks on a partnership with the Connecticut Sun for the 2024 season. Our shared commitment to … Continue reading Connecticut Sun Announce Partnership With Walgreens

DiJonai Carrington and Jen Rizzotti Join NBC Sports Boston For All-Female Broadcast During Celtics Game

By DJ Harding - Today when the Boston Celtics take on the Detroit Pistons at TD garden NBC Sports Boston will have an all-female broadcast teaming up with the Connecticut Sun as well. Connecticut Sun guard/forward DiJonai Carrington will serve as a game analyst alongside NBC Sports’ Zora Stephenson (play-by-play), NBC Sports Boston's Abby Chin … Continue reading DiJonai Carrington and Jen Rizzotti Join NBC Sports Boston For All-Female Broadcast During Celtics Game

Red Sox Sign Liam Hendriks To Two Year Deal

By DJ Harding  The Boston Red Sox signed Liam Hendriks to a two year contract through the 2025 season with a mutual option for 2026. Hendriks will wear number 31 and he completes the Red Sox 40 man roster. Hendriks 35 is the reigning American League Comeback Player of the Year after being diagnosed with … Continue reading Red Sox Sign Liam Hendriks To Two Year Deal

DeWanna Bonner Has Jersey Retired At Auburn University

By DJ Harding DeWanna Bonner had her Jersey retired this past Sunday at her alma mater Auburn University. The Connecticut Sun forward had her No.24 raised into the rafters at Neville Arena. Bonner graduated from Auburn in 2009 as the program’s all time leading scorer with 2,162 points. Bonner was also the 2009 SEC Player … Continue reading DeWanna Bonner Has Jersey Retired At Auburn University

Nuggets End Celtics Home Streak 102-100

By DJ Harding The Boston Celtics faced what could be called “their toughest opponent at home” on Friday night when the Denver Nuggets came to town. The Nuggets are the defending champions and currently sit at third in the Western Conference. With a record of 28-14 Denver looked to snap the Celtics home win streak … Continue reading Nuggets End Celtics Home Streak 102-100

Christian Gonzalez Named September Rookie Of The Month

By DJ Harding  Christian Gonzalez, the 17th overall pick out of Oregon was named Rookie of the Month for September. The New England Patriots cornerback is the fifth Patriots player to win the award. Gonzalez  joins quarterback Mac Jones (November 2021), defensive end Chandler Jones (September 2012), linebacker Jerod Mayo (October 2008), and wide receiver … Continue reading Christian Gonzalez Named September Rookie Of The Month

Ceddanne “Hot Fella” Rafaela

By DJ Harding After making his Triple-A debut in June for Worcester, Ceddanne Rafaela has been on a tear. Through 33 games Rafaela has batted .319 with 44 hits, 11 homers, and 30 RBIs. “My confidence has gone up because of the good start. Usually when you struggle, it’s low, so it’s definitely boosted my … Continue reading Ceddanne “Hot Fella” Rafaela

Jimmie Robinson The Rookie Sensation

By DJ Harding  Even though the Massachusetts Pirates season didn’t end as most fans and the team wanted, it's fair enough to say rookie running back Jimmie Robinson had himself a great year. Robinson was the league's leading rusher with 915 rushing yards. Robinson also led the league in All Purpose Yards with 1,931 yards … Continue reading Jimmie Robinson The Rookie Sensation

Calvin Bundage: The Football Journeyman

By DJ Harding  Calvin Bundage has had quite the journey with football from high school to where he is now with the Massachusetts Pirates on his second stint. “It's been a great experience, smooth sailing. They know I just want to play ball and do the right things.” Bundage told me talking about his time … Continue reading Calvin Bundage: The Football Journeyman

Alexis Morris And Adjusting To The Pros

Photo Credit: Phil Zolla By DJ Harding - In the span of one month Alexis Morris became a National Champion at Louisiana State University, drafted with the 22nd pick by the Connecticut Sun, and started training camp with the Sun. After Practice I had the chance to ask Morris a couple of questions about adjusting … Continue reading Alexis Morris And Adjusting To The Pros