Posts by Cameron Ruby

Cameron Ruby has been a contributing writer for The Next since April 2023. She is a Bay Area native currently living in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Sparks forward Stephanie Talbot has the ball at the top of her dribble as she drives against Connecticut Sun guard Tyasha Harris, who holds out an arm onto Talbot's side while trying to run side-by-side with her in a WNBA game

What the Valkyries gain — and the Sparks lose — from Stephanie Talbot expansion draft pick

December 8, 2024

Talbot brings 199 games of WNBA experience to the Bay Area’s inaugural roster.

UCLA poses holding up the number 4 following their win over South Carolina on Nov 24.

UCLA Bruins upset No. 1, clearing the path to take the spot themselves 

November 26, 2024

Cori Close’s squad showcases depth in dominant performance

USC guard JuJu Watkins looks at and listens to head coach Lindsay Gottlieb during a game.

USC needs to make bigger adjustments as teams learn how to plan for JuJu Watkins

November 24, 2024

USC’s offense has struggled to get Watkins clean looks in multiple games this season

Utah head coach Lynne Roberts is shown in profile as she answers questions from reporters at Big 12 media day. She is seated in an armchair and holds a microphone in her right hand.

In Lynne Roberts era, Los Angeles Sparks hope for better offense, return to championship form

November 24, 2024

Roberts: ‘We’re going to do just fine. We’re going to compete. I want to win now’

Lynne Roberts pumps her fist in the air after a victory in the 2024 NCAA Tournament.

Los Angeles Sparks appoint Lynne Roberts as new head coach

November 19, 2024

Roberts: ‘The Sparks have a talented roster with tremendous upside, and we will compete tirelessly for WNBA championships’

The Sparks receive a surprise with the second overall pick (again) in 2025

November 18, 2024

Despite having the highest odds for the top overall pick, the Los Angeles Sparks will pick second in April’s WNBA Draft

Los Angeles Sparks Coach Curt Miller holds up both hands in a game between the Connecticut Sun and the Los Angeles Sparks.

Los Angeles Sparks fire Curt Miller — Early candidates to replace him

September 24, 2024

Curt Miller: ‘The team is now positioned for success’

Los Angeles Sparks guards Zia Cooke, Odyssey Sims and Crystal Dangerfield smile and cheer from the bench.

Los Angeles Sparks hang onto hope despite last-place finish

September 21, 2024

After drawing over 11,000 fans per game this season, Sparks want to give them more to celebrate in 2025

Los Angeles Sparks guard Rae Burrell points upwards in a game against the Connecticut Sun.

Rae Burrell is finding her stride, despite Sparks’ season-long struggles

September 4, 2024

Burrell has become a key player as the Sparks attempt to salvage a difficult season

Los Angeles Sparks forward Azura Stevens dribbles up the court with her left hand against the Connecticut Sun.

In a turbulent year for Los Angeles Sparks, Talbot and Stevens provide vital stability

August 23, 2024

The pair of veterans received 1-year contract extensions earlier this week