In this episode of Her Game. Her Voice., Kaari Peterson takes you inside the 2025 WNBA Draft—from a surprising pick by the Golden State Valkyries to their bold international roster strategy. Plus, what’s with cutting down basketball nets? We’ve got answers. Kelsey Plum’s DAWG camp earns this week’s Buzzer Beater, and Kaari hands out an Airball Award to a missed merchandising opportunity. And yes, she’s got thoughts on the decline in girls’ basketball participation—and why it deserves a Flagrant Foul. Packed with insight, side-eyes, and love for the game.

“Big stories, short episodes—amplifying the voices shaping the game on and off the court." - Her Game Her Voice Podcast by Kaari Peterson

In this episode, I shine a spotlight on Belmont University legend Betty Wiseman—aka “Belmont Betty”—and the extraordinary legacy she built for women’s basketball in the Southeast. I’ll also take you back to the 2002 Final Four in San Antonio, where a surprise encounter with Pat Summitt left me speechless.

Plus: this year’s NCAA title game delivered huge viewership, proving that women’s hoops is here to stay. As always, we close with our weekly awards: a Flagrant Foul for a coach who crossed the line, and an Airball for a Hall of Fame that’s missing a key member.

“Big stories, short episodes—amplifying the voices shaping the game on and off the court." - Her Game Her Voice Podcast by Kaari Peterson

Short on time? Good news—so are we.

In this bite-sized, 10 minute episode of Her Game Her Voice, we’re diving deep into March Madness!

🏀 First, we head back to Stanford for a special "Road to the Final Four" Basketball Master Class with Tara Vanderveer. I also share my own wild memories from the 1995 Final Four (spoiler: UConn fans, you’re not my favorite).

🏆 Awards Time!

• Buzzer Beater: Alabama vs. Maryland’s epic double-overtime showdown—an instant classic with record-breaking numbers and next-level sportswomanship.

• Airball: Golden State Valkyries’ Expansion Draft Press Conference—why E-40 might be a Bay Area icon, but still missed the mark for women’s hoops.

• Flagrant Foul: USC fans’ backlash against Mississippi State after JuJu Watkins’ heartbreaking, season-ending injury—let’s keep it classy, folks.

From on-court drama to off-court antics, this episode has it all in one bite-sized package.

Tune in—you won’t want to miss it!

“Big stories, short episodes—amplifying the voices shaping the game on and off the court." - Her Game Her Voice Podcast by Kaari Peterson