Parker Named Team USA Finalist

Sparks forward Candace Parker has been named as one of 21 finalists for the 2012 U.S. Olympic Women’s Basketball Team. If Parker is selected to represent the United States in London, it will be her second straight Olympic Games and she'll have an opportunity to help her country win a fifth consecutive gold medal.

Sparks Sign Alana Beard

The Sparks have signed four-time WNBA All-Star Alana Beard to a free agent contract. Beard - a 5’11” guard/forward who is one of the WNBA's most community-minded players - averaged 16.2 points, 4.2 rebounds 2.9 assists and 1.9 steals per game in six seasons with the Washington Mystics, and was a 2006 Second Team All-WNBA honree.

MVPs of the Week: Week 3

Sparks fans! Check out the these MVPs of the Week! Passion runs deep and its easy to see just by reading a quick note from each of these die-hard Sparks fans! If you want to be considered for MVP of the Week, contact your Sparks Account Executive at 877-44-SPARKS!

2012 Sparks Open Tryouts

On Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22, the Sparks are offering an incredible opportunity to tryout for the WNBA’s premier team! If you feel you have what it takes to play on a professional level, you know a thing or two about rebounding, shooting and passing, then this is your chance! CLICK HERE for details and the registration form.

Sparks Acquire Marissa Coleman

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The Sparks have acquired guard/forward Marissa Coleman from the Washington Mystics in exchange for guard Noelle Quinn. The trade brings Coleman - the No. 2 overall pick in the 2009 WNBA Draft - to LA and reunites her with former Maryland teammate Kristi Toliver. In 2011, she ranked 11th in the league with 51 three-pointers made.

Sparks Abroad Update

Check out the latest Sparks Abroad Update to learn all about Alana Beard's debut in Israel, as well as LaToya Pringle leading her Turkish team to a tie - yes, tie - that earned them a spot in the EuroCup Semifinals.

Season Begins May 18

The Sparks will tip-off the 2012 WNBA regular season with back-to-back games against Western Conference rival Seattle, playing at the Storm on May 18 followed by their home opener Sunday, May 20 at 5:30 p.m. at STAPLES Center. The Sparks 16th season will feature a 17-game home schedule including eight weekend dates. LEARN MORE

Ole Skool Crew Auditions

The Ole Skool Crew Supreme Dance Team is looking for new dancers to join the 2012 team! If you are fabulous and over 40 then show us what you are workin' with! Auditions will be held on Saturday, February 18 from 10am-2pm at Prime Time Dance Studio in Upland (775 N. Central Ave, 91786). More Info