Indiana Fever Defeats the Sun in an Exciting Duel in Boston
For the second year in a row, Boston’s TD Garden witnessed a full house with 19,156 fans to watch a WNBA game. The match, which pitted the Connecticut Sun against the Indiana Fever, led by Caitlin Clark, culminated in the Fever’s victory by 85-77.“It was an incredible experience. It was a success, even though we didn’t achieve victory.”
Tina Charles, Sun star
This attendance marked the third highest for a WNBA game this summer, surpassed by two other matches that also involved the Fever. The event was attended by prominent figures from local sports, including Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics, Lucas Giolito of the Boston Red Sox, and women’s soccer legend, Kristine Lilly. The Sun franchise, based in Uncasville, Connecticut, played its first game in Boston last August, where they defeated the Los Angeles Sparks. Jen Rizzotti, president of the Sun, expressed her enthusiasm for returning to Boston for the second consecutive year.“Seeing all the banners, seeing so many athletes who have come through here and have done so much for this city, for this state, was great. I was very surprised by the number of people who came today.”
Natasha Howard, of the Indiana Fever
Although the present fanbase mostly supported the Fever and Clark, the Sun’s followers also made themselves felt, especially while their team kept the game close until the last minutes.“The energy and enthusiasm of the New England market last season were phenomenal, and we are proud to continue building that momentum and connecting with our fanbase in New England. Women’s basketball belongs on the biggest stages, and we will continue to reinforce and showcase that mission.”
Jen Rizzotti, President of the Sun
Boston has been mentioned as a possible destination for a WNBA franchise, either as a new expansion team or through the relocation of the Sun. Recently, it was confirmed that the Sun’s ownership group, the Mohegan tribe, is exploring all options to strategically invest in the team, including a possible relocation.“It was a lot of fun, to be honest. There’s a lot of history in this building. I like Boston, man. I really like Boston. They need to have a team here.”
Sophie Cunningham, of the Indiana Fever
“I think it’s exciting. For me, my career and all the good things that have happened have always been in the New England area. So I’ll be the number one fan, regardless of whether I’m with the team or not. But I think the expansion and growth in the WNBA is incredible. Young girls and young boys can dream like I dreamed when I watched the New York Liberty in ’97, so it would be great for this area. The support, everyone who came, I know everyone would love for it to happen.”
Tina Charles
