Dawn Staley handles the rock like few can, male or female! I remember her wheelin' and dealin' at UVA, since every game in Virginia college basketball was televised back then (except ours!). Like most female BBall athletes she played overseas professionally, due to the lack of support for women's sports on a professional level in the USA. This sister is exciting to watch, and when the WNBA gets going this year, you'll be in for a treat if you haven't really seen her operate. No-look passes, steals, and assorted moves that would make Magic Johnson proud! She gets the short end of attention also because she's no glamour girl, but she makes no excuses, says she's damn tired of being told she plays like a man. If you are out there throwing down on the hardwood/asphalt/concrete, and doing it right, that's all that matters. This sister is so good, she actually worked out with the Philly 76ers at their practices in preparation for the Olympics. I like that, because nothing breaks down the stereotypes of race or gender better than plain old achievement. She made the jump from the ABL to the WNBA while the price was high, and just before the better talented ABL folded months later. The WNBA will bring her more spotlight time, and some bank to match the selfless work she has put in all these years. She's from Philly too, and that makes it that much sweeter. Show 'em how it's done, homeslice!