Swin Cash Raves About WNBA’s 2029 Detroit Return
Here is a low pressure hot take on the WNBA’s big city comeback. Swin Cash, three-time WNBA champion and Detroit Shock legend, is buzzing about the league’s decision to plant a new franchise in Detroit by 2029. Cash, who starred for the Shock from 2002 to 2007 and helped secure titles in 2003 and 2006, spoke to TMZ Sports on July 15 at the Taylor vs. Serrano fight. She made it crystal clear that Detroit’s sports culture is due for another moment in the spotlight.
Cash reminded everyone that the Shock moved to Tulsa in 2009 and later to Dallas in 2016, leaving Motor City fans without a home team for 20 seasons. Her reaction was enthusiastic yet measured: “Ay, Detroit! What up, though! I am so happy to see the WNBA back in Detroit after winning two championships there. They keep a special place in my heart,” she said, according to TMZ Sports. She also added that she cannot wait to witness how the city embraces its new team, invoking Detroit’s reputation as a powerhouse sports town with die-hard fans.
Not everyone was on board at first. Indiana Fever swing Sophie Cunningham had stirred controversy earlier this week by suggesting that players did not enjoy Detroit’s atmosphere. Cunningham, who has been vocal in her support of Caitlin Clark and commands attention on court, quickly issued a clarifying statement after backlash. Her initial remarks were met with swift pushback from veterans like Nancy Lieberman, who played and coached the Shock. Lieberman told reporters that Cunningham “had the wrong idea about Detroit” and insisted that once players experience the city’s loyalty, they would be sold.
Cash acknowledged the exchange without adding fuel to the fire. “I think Detroit spoke. That’s what Detroit’s gonna do. They’re gonna let you know they are a sports town, and the history is rich there,” she said, underscoring that nothing will dampen Motor City spirit.
This announcement is more than nostalgia. It represents a broader push to expand the WNBA’s footprint into cities with proven fan support. Detroit’s return to the women’s basketball map underscores the league’s growth strategy and the enduring legacy of pioneers like Cash and Lieberman. Fans can expect official team branding, arena details, and draft plans to roll out in the coming months as the WNBA maps its road to 2029.
Players, analysts, and fans will be watching closely to see how ownership structures, sponsorship deals, and community outreach come together in Detroit. Will construction crews break ground on a new arena site or retrofit an existing venue? How will ticket prices and season packages be structured to ensure packed houses from day one? The answers will shape both the league’s expansion model and Detroit’s next chapter in sports history.
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Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ Sports
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