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Chicago Sky Weekly Update

June 11, 2007 - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Chicago Sky News Release


CHICAGO - The WNBA Chicago Sky (4-4) returns home after last week's two-game road trip. Following a loss to Phoenix and a win against San Antonio, the Sky faces the Seattle Storm (3-3) for the first time this season on Tuesday, June 12 at 7 p.m. and the New York Liberty (5-2) on Friday, June 15 at 7:30 p.m. On Sunday, the Sky hits the road again, traveling to Connecticut for a rematch against the Sun (4-3) at 3 p.m. CDT (broadcast live on WVON 1690AM).

In the Sky's loss to Phoenix on Friday night, the Mercury held Candice Dupree to 6 points. Chasity Melvin and Dominique Canty stepped in with 15 and 11 points respectively, but it wasn't enough to stop Diana Taurasi's 22 points and Penny Taylor's 21. On Saturday, the Sky captured a franchise- first win against San Antonio with a 70-60 victory. Dupree led with 22 points and 8 rebounds and Melvin earned her fourth double-double of the season, with 17 points and 12 rebounds.

SKY V. NEW YORK

This week marks the second time the Sky has faced New York this season. The Sky fell 83-71 in the team's season opener at New York. Monique Currie, who has since been traded to Washington, led with 20 points and 10 rebounds, followed by Dupree's 12-point effort.

SKY V. CONNECTICUT

The first match up between the Sky and Sun was a nail-biting overtime game, which ended in a Sky loss, 102-97. The Sky held a lead through the first three quarters, but NY came back on the shoulders of Asjha Jones' 31-point effort. Dupree scored a career-high 31 points, one of 8 team records and 4 individual records set in the game. Melvin did not play in the first game because of a pre-game administrative error.

PEAK PERFORMER

After leading the Sky to the first-ever two-game winning streak in franchise history, Candice Dupree was named WNBA Peak Performer of the Week on June 5, 2007. Dupree pulled her team into overtime against the Connecticut Sun on Thursday night, and led the Sky in scoring with 31 points, hitting 11 field goals and 8 of 9 free throws. The following night, the Sky posted a victory in Washington. Dupree scored 19 points and grabbed five rebounds in helping her team to the 75-70 win; Jia Perkins also scored 19 off the bench.

CAREERS IN SPORTS WORKSHOP

Before the Tuesday, June 12 game against the Seattle Storm, there is a pre-game Careers in Sports Workshop, from 4-6 p.m. at the Pavilion. Speakers include: Margaret Stender, CEO, Chicago Sky; Adam Kellener, Director of Stadium Sales and Fan Services, Chicago Bears; Tim Hadzima, VP/Director of Sports Marketing, LaSalle Bank Corporation; Tom Smithburg, Founder/ EVP, TeamWorks Media; Andrew M. Stroth, Talent Marketing, CSMG International; and David Kennedy, Deputy Director of Sports & Recreation, Chicago Park District. More information and registration is available online at www.chicagosky.net.

DADS & DAUGHTERS

The Sky's "Dads & Daughters Night" is the Friday before Father's Day, June 15 at 7:30 p.m. when the Sky takes on the New York Liberty. This is a WNBA-wide promotion, encouraging fathers to spend time with their daughters. The Sky is offering dads a buy-one-get-one-free ticket deal, which includes 2 t-shirts, a post-game layup on the Sky court and a half-time photo with Miss Illinois.

WNBA ALL-STAR VOTING

WNBA All-Star Voting has begun, and the Sky has five players on the ballot, including Dominique Canty, Kayte Christensen, Stacey Dales, Candice Dupree and Chasity Melvin (listed under Washington Mystics). In 2006, Dupree was the lone selection from the Sky on the WNBA All-Star Team. Voting can be done in-game through the end of June and online at Chicagosky.net. The WNBA All-Star Game will be held on July 15 at the Verizon Center in Washington, DC.

CHICAGO SKY AROUND TOWN

Chicago Public Libarary: From 4 to 5 p.m. on Monday, June 11, Sky forward STACEY DALES will appear at the Lincoln-Belmont Branch Library (1659 W. Melrose St.) as part of the team's summer reading program partnership with the Chicago Public Library (CPL). Then, on Thursday, June 14, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sky forward CARLA THOMAS will appear at the Wrightwood- Ashburn Branch (8530 S. Kedzie).

Nike Clinics: The Chicago Sky will host three Nike Team Clinics this season. The first clinic will be Thursday, June 14 at the Solheim Center at 930 N. Wells. Three Chicago area high school girls' basketball teams will attend an open Sky practice from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., followed by a one-hour clinic from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. conducted by Assistant Coach and WNBA veteran Stephanie White.

Bike to Work Rally: The Chicago Sky will participate in Mayor Daley's Bike to Work Rally on June 15. The Rally unites thousands of bicycle enthusiasts on Daley Plaza to celebrate the city's commitment to the biking community. The high-energy event is packed with a full day of activities including live music, raffles and guest speakers. The Chicago Sky will have a table on the Plaza throughout the day, providing giveaways and ticket information. Sky Guy and the Drumline will make appearances.

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