Madeline Kenney
Madeline Kenney is an experienced reporter who covers women's sports, including the WNBA, NWSL and college hoops.
Background
Madeline has chronicled some of the most thrilling sports moments of the past decades, including Cubs playoff series, an improbable Final Four run and Steph Curry winning his fourth NBA Finals. She graduated from Loyola University of Chicago and has worked at the Chicago Sun-Times, Bay Area News Group and Detroit News over the years. When she’s not working, you can find her browsing sneaker stores or getting upset over Nebraska football.
Latest Articles
LSU is absolutely humming with its biggest tests still on tap
December 12, 2025 | 6:13pmComing off a 31-6 season in which they finished third in a stacked SEC, the Tigers are off to yet another red-hot start.
New Liberty coach lays out his philosophy as he starts his New York journey
December 10, 2025 | 11:26pmChris DeMarco, the Liberty's new head coach, has only just started the process of earning the respect and trust of the players.
New Liberty coach is ready to turn his 'dream' into reality — and give team a dynastic touch
December 10, 2025 | 6:48pmAs Chris DeMarco pulled up to Barclays Center on Tuesday morning, excitement washed over him.?
Why the Liberty landed on Chris DeMarco, his next to-do and what it could mean for Sabrina Ionescu
December 10, 2025 | 8:20amChris DeMarco will officially be introduced as the New York Liberty’s head coach on Wednesday.
What the Mets and Yankees can achieve at the high-stakes Winter Meetings
December 8, 2025 | 7:49amThe Mets and Yankees enter this week's Winter Meetings as two of baseball's more interesting teams.
Texas star is doing exactly what Longhorns need — and that puts her in some elite senior company
December 5, 2025 | 6:09pmTexas fifth-year guard Rori Harmon raised her right hand in the air to show off a gold MVP ring that would fit the arm of an infant.
Trinity Rodman's future in doubt after NWSL commissioner blocks record-breaking contract
December 4, 2025 | 2:25pmThe NWSL said it’d “fight” to retain superstar forward Trinity Rodman as speculation?has swirled?regarding her future in the league.
It's time WNBA makes change to schedule — with one drastic option that shouldn't be off table
December 2, 2025 | 7:54pmAs negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement drag on, the WNBA might be reconsidering its season footprint.
Key salary details emerge from WNBA's new CBA proposal that ups ante
December 2, 2025 | 1:04amThe WNBA just upped the ante.
What we'll learn about Jaxson Dart, and the Giants' future, in their Patriots showdown
December 1, 2025 | 7:40amThe Giants have spent the past few weeks working to educate and encourage Dart to find that balance of playing aggressive but smart.
WNBA, union agree to another extension for new CBA talks with possible work stoppage delayed for now
December 1, 2025 | 12:50amThe WNBA and Women’s National Basketball Players’ Association agreed to another extension ahead of the 11:59 p.m. Sunday deadline.
Where WNBA labor negotiations stand as first extended deadline nears
November 30, 2025 | 1:32amNegotiations for a new WNBA collective bargaining agreement remain ongoing as the next deadline for a new deal draws near.
2026 WNBA Mock Draft 1.0: Field wide open with expected stacked class
November 29, 2025 | 8:14pmIn the spring, the Wings used their No. 1 pick on former UConn star Paige Bueckers. Whom they might go for in the 2026 draft is anyone’s guess.
Young Michigan squad is putting everyone on notice — even its own coach
November 28, 2025 | 8:09pmMichigan coach Kim Barnes Arico didn’t know what to expect of her team this season.
The pressing questions for Liberty's new coach who faces daunting task
November 27, 2025 | 10:48pmHere are the pressing questions Chris DeMarco must answer in the coming months after being hired as the Liberty's head coach.
The Giants can compete with anyone, but winning has been a different story
November 24, 2025 | 7:40amThe New York Giants' inability to close out games is costing them wins, especially on the road.
Gotham FC capture second NWSL title in three years behind star's late goal
November 22, 2025 | 10:31pmAll Gotham needed was one big moment.
Star defender getting big Gotham FC distraction from her injury reality
November 22, 2025 | 8:01pmWhen Gotham FC took the pitch Saturday to play the Washington Spirit with a title on the line, Davidson, who’s only seven months removed from knee surgery, was watching from...
Veteran goalkeeper still delivering highlight-reel saves — and helping Gotham FC feel 'secure'
November 22, 2025 | 7:15amSAN JOSE, Calif. — Gotham FC goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger jokes that she’s getting old. That’s why the 35-year-old said her body aches heading into Saturday’s championship match against the Washington...
Franchise staple knows just how special this NWSL title game appearance is for Gotham FC
November 22, 2025 | 12:04amIt’s the second time in three years the veteran has witnessed this media frenzy ahead of an NWSL Championship game.