Posts by Jenn Hatfield

Jenn Hatfield has been a contributor to The Next since December 2018 and is currently the site's managing editor, Washington Mystics beat reporter and Ivy League beat reporter. Her work has also appeared at FiveThirtyEight, Her Hoop Stats, FanSided, Power Plays and Princeton Alumni Weekly.

Former Mystic, now-Mayor Tamara James is a different kind of ‘point guard’

October 14, 2021

James, the mayor of her hometown of Dania Beach, is a force for change from the inside

Who wins Defensive Player of the Year in the WNBA?

October 9, 2021

Looking at the award’s history, one position tends to be favored, winning 17 of the 25 awards to date

‘Her Home Court’: Now Natasha Cloud belongs to the ages

October 4, 2021

A mural pays tribute to Natasha Cloud’s journey, on and off the court

Which Schimmel sister shines supreme?

October 1, 2021

Shoni and Jude, make way for Milan

‘It’s a heartbreak’: How Washington Mystics missed the playoffs

September 20, 2021

‘A season from hell,’ but in the playoff race until the season’s final day

Eric Thibault shows off his head coaching chops in Mystics’ loss

September 18, 2021

Stepping in after Mike Thibault tested positive for COVID-19, the younger Thibault showed poise and tactical prowess in his head coaching debut

The road ahead for Mystics after Mike Thibault tests positive for COVID-19

September 16, 2021

Thibault, vaccinated, is feeling well but will miss upcoming games

‘Sensational’ Shatori Walker-Kimbrough continues to thrive

September 13, 2021

Midseason acquisition has been vital for DC

‘I can’t really say anything was working for me’: Tina Charles moves into second all-time in rebounding

September 11, 2021

A frustrated but relentless Charles grabbed six of her own misses and 16 rebounds overall against Atlanta

How hobbled Washington Mystics still have a real chance at the playoffs

September 7, 2021

Mystics are trying to get hot, healthy just in time