Alexis Gray-Lawson

Gray-Lawson's journey to the WNBA is a series of hurdles overcome

Gray-Lawson's journey to the WNBA is a series of hurdles overcome
September 1, 2012 - 9:50pm

PHOENIX - Alexis Gray-Lawson is the resilient type, that tough girl next door neighbor that always earned respect from the guys on the court.  Her ability to take a hit and keep going is what we admire about her career. Even as this story was about to go to print, we learned that Lawson had just been waived from the Phoenix Mercury late Friday night.  But from where we sit, it's just another bump in the road that will only make her stronger.

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Alexis Gray-Lawson: A Journey to the Pros.


Every spring in the WNBA, training camp rosters list many players, all hopefull to get a chance to play. However, with only 12 teams each having 11 spots, those chances can be hard to come by. This is the story of one player who's journey to the WNBA was an uphill battle.

2012 Mercury Preview: Can a revamped roster boost Phoenix back to Western Conference dominance?

2012 Mercury Preview: Can a revamped roster boost Phoenix back to Western Conference dominance?
May 20, 2012 - 11:10am

“You have to put that time and effort into it. I think that’s going to be huge for us.”

Commenting on teamwork in her squad, Diana Taurasi was in typical direct-and-honest form when she addressed the press on the Phoenix Mercury’s annual media day.  With a retooled roster, her team is looking to do what every team in the WNBA wants to do – win.

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