Michael Waterloo

Atlanta

Director of Marketing, Thrive Technologies and Contributor at Freelance

I don't use this account. Find me on Bluesky at the same name. Storyteller: @theathletic, @theathleticWBB, @WINSIDR. Editor: @WINSIDR. DV advocate he/him

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Articles

'We're Going to Shoot a Lot of Threes' - The 3-pointer Will Counteract Any Spacing Issues for the Atlanta Dream » Winsidr

1 month ago | winsidr.com | Michael Waterloo

The Atlanta Dream wrapped up their first week of training camp at Core 4, their practice facility located just outside the city, on Saturday, May 3, with a five-on-five scrimmage. After the team broke its huddle, the media was ushered over to an adjacent court with a backdrop set up for interviews with some of the Dream players. As we waited, a team rep told us that “Haley [Jones] will be over shortly.
A New Era for Atlanta Dream Basketball » Winsidr

2 months ago | winsidr.com | Michael Waterloo

The Atlanta Dream’s 2024 season ended in similar fashion to their 2023 season—a playoff series loss without a home playoff game. The Dream entered the 2024-2025 offseason with a plan—a plan of change. The team relieved head coach Tanisha Wright of her duties and hired Karl Smesko, the long-time head coach of Florida Gulf Coast University, as their new leader.
2025 WNBA Draft Winners and Losers » Winsidr

2 months ago | winsidr.com | Michael Waterloo

The mocks were released. The hot takes were scorching. The cold takes were … unnecessary. The WNBA Draft took place Monday night and we now know the landing spots for 38 new players. Like the takes, some picks were good. But some were … questionable. If you weren’t able to watch the draft or are unsure of what to make from your team’s picks, don’t worry. I have you covered with this year’s WNBA Draft winners and losers. Let’s get to it.
Top 300 players (Updated)

Mar 19, 2025 | nytimes.com | Michael Waterloo

Baseball is back, baby! And I'm back for another year of driving the points league ship, kicking it off with some rankings. First, let's examine what I look for and how I gear these rankings specifically for points leagues. I use projections, make tweaks, chat with others within the industry and look at my rankings from last year compared to ADP this year to spot the biggest gaps and evaluate the "Why?" of it all.
Women’s Selection Sunday live updates: March Madness tournament bracket, seeds, schedule - The Athletic

Mar 17, 2025 | nytimes.com | Michael Dominski |Sabreena Merchant |Austin Green |Ben Pickman |Michael Charles |Michael Waterloo | +1 more

The bracket for the 2025 women's NCAA Basketball Tournament has been revealed, led by UCLA as the No. 1 overall seed
Women’s March Madness bracket prep: Strengths, weaknesses for all 68 teams, outlooks and more

Mar 16, 2025 | sports.yahoo.com | Michael Waterloo

So, you want to be a No. 1 seed, do you? For only the sixth time, four teams ranked No. 1 throughout the regular season (South Carolina, UCLA, Notre Dame, and Texas). Any game. Any night. An upset could happen. And what a perfect way to usher in March Madness for what is poised to be another fantastic few weeks of basketball to put a cap on a season filled with storylines and moments.
Strengths, weaknesses for all 68 teams, outlooks and more

Mar 16, 2025 | nytimes.com | Michael Waterloo

So, you want to be a No. 1 seed, do you? For only the sixth time, four teams ranked No. 1 throughout the regular season (South Carolina, UCLA, Notre Dame, and Texas). Any game. Any night. An upset could happen. And what a perfect way to usher in March Madness for what is poised to be another fantastic few weeks of basketball to put a cap on a season filled with storylines and moments.
Adapting on the Fly: Celeste Taylor's Ready to Make Her Mark in Year 2 » Winsidr

Mar 3, 2025 | winsidr.com | Michael Waterloo

The transition from college to the WNBA is a quicker process than just about any other sport. Right after the NCAA March Madness Tournament is the WNBA Draft in April, which leads right into training camp, and then the start of the season in May. There’s no rest for the rookies – even after the season has ended. Just ask Celeste Taylor.
Top 300 players, from Aaron Judge to Noah Cameron

Feb 25, 2025 | nytimes.com | Michael Waterloo

Baseball is back, baby! And I'm back for another year of driving the points league ship, kicking it off with some rankings. First, let's examine what I look for and how I gear these rankings specifically for points leagues. I use projections, make tweaks, chat with others within the industry and look at my rankings from last year compared to ADP this year to spot the biggest gaps and evaluate the "Why?" of it all.
Erica Wheeler to Join the Storm » Winsidr

Feb 12, 2025 | winsidr.com | Michael Waterloo |Jasmine Harper

Erica Wheeler has signed a deal to join the Seattle Storm, first reported by Players TV. Wheeler is fresh off of a two-year, $444,308 contract with the Indiana Fever – a deal that had her as the highest-paid player in the league at a point. Now, Wheeler is moving on to her next chapter with the Storm where she states her story will write itself.