Mystics Set Final Roster
June 5, 2009 - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Washington Mystics News Release
Washington, D.C. - General Manager Angela Taylor announced today the Washington Mystics' final roster. Following a competitive training camp, Washington finalized its team to 11 players per league rule. The 2009 Mystics team will feature All-stars Alana Beard and Chasity Melvin, veterans Nakia Sanford and Monique Currie as well as young talented players in Lindsey Harding, Crystal Langhorne and Marissa Coleman.
"I have a lot of respect for the 16 players that participated in training camp, they each raised the level of competitiveness in our training camp, which I thought was incredible," said Taylor. "As a result of the efforts and improvements that we have seen in the last two weeks, we are extremely optimistic about the 2009 season because we have a roster that is poised and ready to compete for an Eastern Conference Championship."
The Washington Mystics will tip off the 2009 season on Saturday, June 6, on the road against the Connecticut Sun. Washington will host the club's home opener on Sunday, June 7, against the Atlanta Dream. Season and group tickets for the 2009 season are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Mystics Sales Office at 1-877-DC-HOOP1 or by visiting the Mystics web site at www.washingtonmystics.com.
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