Sixers, Cherelle Parker and WNBA
Cherelle Parker, Sixers want WNBA team in Philadelphia if arena proposal passes
During a meeting about the 76ers' proposed arena, Mayor Cherelle Parker revealed the city wants a WNBA franchise.
Inside Mayor Cherelle Parker's Sixers arena plans after public meeting
Mayor Cherelle Parker is clearing up rumors about the new 76ers arena coming to Center City, from the economic opportunity plan, a community benefit agreement and Market East development.
The Sixers and Mayor Cherelle Parker say they want to bring a WNBA team to Philadelphia
Parker made it clear she's on board with the 76ers bringing a WNBA team to town if the new arena gets built. The Sixers on Thursday morning confirmed they've been "engaged with the league" about it.
At meeting on 76ers arena, Mayor Cherelle Parker details $50 million community benefits agreement
Mayor Cherelle Parker held a public meeting at the Pennsylvania Convention Center on Wednesday night to detail her administration's plans for the proposed 76ers arena in Center City and the $50 million community benefits agreement negotiated with the team.
LIVE: Mayor Parker shares details on 76ers' Center City arena deal during public meeting
Comcast Spectacor Chairman and CEO Daniel J. Hilferty said they will keep the door open for the 76ers as the plan unfolds while working with the Phillies to expand entertainment venues and jobs at the South Philadelphia complex. "Either way, we always want what is best for Philadelphia," Hilferty said in a statement.
The Sixers and Mayor Parker want the WNBA in Philly. How do we know Philly wants the WNBA?
Do we know for certain that a WNBA franchise would succeed in Philadelphia? The 76ers and Mayor Cherelle L. Parker said Thursday that they not only want a WNBA team here but have discussed the possibility with the league’s decision-makers.
Mayor Hopes Sixers’ New Arena Could Help Philadelphia Land A WNBA Team
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker believes the Sixers' new arena deal could help the city land an expansion WNBA team one day.
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