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WNBA Takes Austin: Aces vs. Wings Ignite Moody Center
4 May
Summary
- WNBA played its first game at Austin's Moody Center.
- Fans gathered hours early, showing strong enthusiasm for the game.
- This marks the second consecutive year for a preseason game at a college venue.
The WNBA made its debut in Austin with a preseason game between the Dallas Wings and the Las Vegas Aces at the Moody Center. The event generated considerable excitement, with fans arriving hours before the scheduled tip-off and queuing for team merchandise.
This marked the first WNBA game hosted at the Moody Center, which is also the home arena for the University of Texas basketball teams. The enthusiastic turnout underscores the growing popularity and support for women's basketball.
Notably, this game continued a recent trend of the WNBA holding preseason matchups at college venues. Last year, the Wings and Aces also competed against each other at Notre Dame's Purcell Pavilion, further extending the league's reach.
