Along with her work at Fear the Sword, Ashley also covers Cleveland professional and high school sports, and previously worked at NBC News covering politics. She is a 2015 graduate of John Carroll University where she studied journalism and political science and was a member of the varsity women's basketball team.
Guess who Jae Crowder is a fan of in the WNBA Finals?
Newly acquired Cleveland Cavaliers forward Jae Crowder is a fan of Maya Moore.
Gray Power: Strong start, finish rescues LA
The Sparks were up by 26 but then Minnesota roared back. However, LA relied on late-game heroics to win.
Lynx, Sparks engage in epic rematch
In the first Finals rematch since 2000, the Lynx and Sparks face off for a historic fourth title.
Dynamic duo: Fowles, Whalen take over
In a physical and back and forth contest, Sylvia Fowles and Lindsay Whalen came up big.
Alana Beard gives fire to the L.A. Sparks defense
It’s no secret that Alana Beard sets the tone for the Sparks on the defensive side of the ball. Here’s what makes her so effective.
Tone setters: Mercury takes over in 2nd half
Early in the game, Connecticut was having its way – then Phoenix tilted the speed of the contest.
Rebounding, defense carry Mystics forward
With intense defense & the will to rebound, Washington outlasted Dallas to keep its season going.
Top of the food chain
Minnesota was clicking on both sides of the ball in order to clinch the No. 1 seed for the playoffs.
Fear the Beard
LA is loaded with offensive threats, but it was Alana Beard’s spectacular defense that stood out on Sunday.
Los Angeles was razor-sharp, dominate Mystics
There is only 1 word to describe Los Angeles’ play on Wednesday night: dominant.