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WNBA Atlanta Dream Scores Win over Connecticut Sun 82-77

Published on June 7, 2018

By Briannia Boatswain/Photos by Jerome Dorn

Let’s chat it up about the WNBA game that took place at the illustrious McCamish Pavilion last night (06/06/18)

The “Connecticut Sun” did not rise or shine high enough for the Atlanta Dream because the “Atlanta” lit the court up and crushed dreams for their opponent.

The Atlanta Dream definitely showed up and showed out for their fans ! No. 15 (Tiffany Hayes) led the team scoring a total of 22 points last night. Additionally, she finished the game with 7 rebounds and 4 assist.
Right behind Tiffany Hayes with a powerful helping hand was No. 12 (Damiris Dantas) – scoring 15 points , with a total of 5 rebounds and 2 assist. What a major contribution !

I am a major “Atlanta Dream” fan. However, I tend to give credit where it is due. Although their best was simply not good enough last night, Connecticut Sun’s, – No. 25 (Alyssa Thomas) and No. 20 (Alex Bentley) gave everything they had as they tried to lead the team to victory.

However, the intriguing Atlanta Dream played as a team and scored a total of 82 points. While, the Connecticut Sun came up short with a total of 77 points. Atlanta Dream‘ s No. 1 (Elizabeth Williams) scored 4 points and had a total of 2 rebounds. The phenomenal (Angel McCoughtry), No. 35 – scored 11 points, had 4 assist, and 3 rebounds. All while putting in major work on the court, she managed to take a slight break and eat some popcorn side-court right after a foul was called on another player- yet, she still came through for the team. No. 51 (Jessica Breland) contributed to the team’s score last night with 8 points, 2 assist, and 9 rebounds.

Let’s not forget about the magnificent No. 21 (Renee Montgomery) – she is truly unstoppable. She handled the ball appropriately, played aggressively, and as a team player. Her effort was the reason for her 12 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assist. No. 7 (Brittney Sykes) scored a total of 6 points, had 2 assist and 2 rebounds. Lastly, No. 23 (Layshia Clarendon) contributed to the team’s score and success last night with 4 points, 2 assist, and 4 rebounds.
Watching the game and witnessing a successful win for the Atlanta Dream last night was an amazing site! I am already ready for the next game!

Each player – meaning, the entire team contributed to the success of the team. There is no “I” in team- and, I see why this phase is so significant today. Although every player was not on the court – scoring, getting rebounds and assist; the win was a result of the whole team. Those who score, get rebounds, get assist, and cheer the team on while the game goes on – are all reasons for a team’s win. And each reason holds the same amount of weight. The Atlanta Dream painted that picture for me while defeating the Connecticut Sun.

When it comes to the WNBA – The Atlanta Dream is not the team to dream big with, because they are ready and prepared to crush those dreams and get their WIN.

Related Topics:Atlanta Dream, Connecticut Sun, WNBA

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Celebrity photographer and disabled Vietnam veteran Jerome Dorn embodies the very definition of resilience. Born in Philadelphia, the fifth of seven children, Dorn stayed focused throughout his youth, eventually obtaining his degree in Criminal Justice. Dorn has worked with the Philadelphia Police Department, Department of Justice, World Wide Detective Agency, and several other high profile security groups. Throughout his successful career, Dorn wrestled with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, an aftereffect of his military service. Battling the pain and debilitating effect of PTSD, Dorn found comfort behind the camera. Photography proved to be not only therapeutic, but life changing as well. Dorn picked up his first camera in 1970 while serving in Vietnam and knew instantly that behind the lens was where he belonged. His shooting style and photographs were special, generating a buzz in the industry. In 1985, he began his career in photojournalism, working in a variety of genres. Dorn’s credentials include fashion, lifestyle photography, photojournalism, and celebrity/red carpet coverage. Working with MSNBC, Jet Magazine, and major publications in Philadelphia and around the country, Dorn has had the honor of capturing the images of hundreds of notable celebrities and politicians including President Barack Obama, George Bush Jr, Bill and Hillary Clinton, Maya Angelou, Jesse Jackson, Rihanna, Snoop Dog, Will Smith, and Tyler Perry. Photography has sent Dorn around the globe, inspiring his passion for civil activism. In 1995, Dorn assembled and led a group of forty-two men to the Million Man March. Together, they spent five days walking from Philadelphia to Washington DC. In his travels, Dorn observed a common theme amongst the youth of the world. Many of the children he encountered seemed lost. Understanding that opportunities for at-risk youth are minimal, Dorn was inspired to make a difference. Established by Dorn in 2011, InDaHouseMedia was built on the idea that there is room in the house for everyone. With InDaHouseMedia, Dorn’s mission is to provide the future generation with positive direction through sports, music, and photography.