Gotta Get Up!

Erica L. Ayala
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Host Erica L. Ayala will bring you Liberty recaps, news, analysis, and team interviews in this weekly basketball show dedicated to the New York Liberty. We started in the 2023 season and got to report live from the 2024 Championship celebration at Barclays Center. Follow the original franchise on their quest for their NEXT WNBA championship.

  1. Are the New York Liberty Still Contenders? 2026 Preview + WNBA CBA Explained

    3D AGO

    Are the New York Liberty Still Contenders? 2026 Preview + WNBA CBA Explained

    Is the New York Liberty’s championship window still open heading into 2026?  Gotta Get Up tackles the team’s future as the WNBA’s new CBA rewrites the rules of engagement. Hosts Erica L. Ayala and Brian Florentin break down the potential impacts of increased max salaries, the introduction of developmental roster spots, and vital changes for player movement—including trade protection clauses for pregnant players.  They weigh in on the franchise’s strategies with Brianna Stewart, Jonquel Jones, Sabrina Ionescu, Banijah Laney Hamilton, and Natasha Cloud all in the free agency and expansion draft mix. Reactions to a fast and furious off-season, a Final Four recap, and the looming arrival of new expansion teams—like the revived Houston Comets—keep the stakes high. Can Chris DeMarco steer the Liberty through roster shake-ups and a longer season?  The show examines what the Liberty must do to remain true contenders as they chase glory in the WNBA’s milestone 30th season. 🏀 In this episode:🗽Elite 8 recap from the NCAA Women’s Tournament🗽What the new WNBA Collective Bargaining Agreement means🗽Free agency, roster questions, and key decisions ahead🗽What has to happen for the Liberty to contend again in 2026 With a new coach, major roster uncertainty, and the league celebrating 30 seasons, this is a pivotal moment for New York. 00:00 Elite Eight recap and draft preview 03:23 UConn vs. Notre Dame matchup 07:04 South Carolina's offensive improvement 12:54 Lauren's growth and mindset 15:53 Intro and topics for today's episode 18:01 New collective bargaining agreement 19:48 Key updates in new CBA 23:15 WNBA salary updates and rookie pay 28:37 Connecticut Sun's history and legacy 30:08 WNBA award payouts increase 35:13 Discussing J.J.'s contract options 38:40 Team dynamics and Cloud's value 41:06 Elite Eight discussion and free agency 44:05 Navigating leadership during negotiations 48:26 Questions about Chris DeMarco's readiness 51:30 Preparing for the upcoming season 53:57 Looking ahead to WNBA season 56:09 Outro

    56 min

  2. 02/07/2025

    How Kennedy Burke Filled the New York Liberty Gaps. #WNBA #podcast

    To win a championship, you need depth. That's precisely what New York Liberty had, especially with Kennedy Burke in the rotation. Join Erica L. Ayala and Brian Fleurantin to understand how Kennedy Burke's reliability propelled the Liberty toward their first WNBA title. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow Black Rosie Media and Gotta Get Up's hosts on social media: BRMBlue Sky (BRM): https://blackrosiemedia.bsky.social Erica L. AyalaBlue Sky: https://elindsay08.bsky.social Brian FleurantinBlue Sky: https://busyxb.bsky.social Sign up to WBB Roundup to receive women's basketball news in your inbox: https://wbb-roundup.beehiiv.com Support Black Rosie Media: https://www.blackrosiemedia.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ABOUT BLACK ROSIE MEDIA Black Rosie Media is a community for Black women and melanated creators in sports media. We are committed to showing up as advocates for the visibility of Black women and creators of color through original content, events, partnerships, and more. Our goal is to create a space online where Black women and other BIPOC creators are celebrated, appreciated, and equitably compensated for their work. Not only is Black Rosie Media a community for Black women and melanated creators, but it's also a standalone media conglomerate giving these creators a platform for their work. We are a space for news, game coverage, and creative sports content. #wnba #newyorkliberty #womensbasketball

    1h 9m

  3. 01/23/2025

    Courtney Vandersloot: Staying or Leaving Liberty? 🏀 #wnba #unrivaled

    Is Courtney Vandersloot staying with the New York Liberty or heading elsewhere? 🏀 The GGU Crew dives into this burning WNBA question with raw & unfiltered thoughts! 🚨 Join us LIVE for real-time reactions, in-depth analysis of Courtney's free agency decision, and what this means for the Liberty's future.  We’re breaking it all down—her role, stats, and what she’s looking for in free agency. Plus, we’re talking New York Liberty’s roster moves and who might step up to fill the gap. It’s all happening with interactive live chat, where YOUR thoughts shape the discussion.  Don’t miss this basketball watch-along for Liberty fans and WNBA lovers alike. Join us LIVE to find out! 🗽🔥 #unrivaledbasketballleague #unrivaled #unrivalednews #courtneyvandersloothighlights #satousabally CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:14 - Vibe Check04:31 - Courtney Vandersloot 2024 Season10:36 - 2025 Season Outlook for Courtney Vandersloot14:05 - Value Comparison: Courtney Vandersloot's Impact16:16 - Raising the Standard in Women's Basketball19:45 - Satou Sabally Analysis20:40 - CBA Negotiations Overview21:50 - Newsletter Sign-Up24:23 - Courtney Vandersloot's Free Agency Preferences29:50 - Unrivaled Schedule Issues31:47 - Where Will Courtney Vandersloot Play Next?42:09 - Available Guards for New York Liberty47:52 - Marine Johannes vs. Courtney Vandersloot Debate53:17 - Unrivaled Discussion57:20 - In-Person Experience Recap01:01:15 - Media Day Highlights01:17:40 - Impact of the 2-Year Bug on Sloot?01:25:03 - Ellie Wave

    1h 11m
  4. Gotta Get Up: 2024 New York Liberty Training Camp Expectations

    05/05/2024

    Gotta Get Up: 2024 New York Liberty Training Camp Expectations

    It's the most wonderful time of the year, WBB fans! The WNBA is back and action with a star-studded rookie class, not to mention a new "superteam" emerging in Seattle.  On tonight's episode, the Gotta Get Up crew will take a look at the New York Liberty Training Camp roster and players who we think NEED to have a stellar season for the Liberty to run it back to the WNBA Finals.

    2h 7m

  5. 10/19/2023

    WNBA Finals: Las Vegas Aces Win Second Title in a 70-69 Game 4 Road Win Over New York Liberty

    The  @NewYorkLiberty couldn't hold onto an early Game 4 lead, and the Aces take the 2023 WNBA title 70-69 despite a depleted roster.  Erica L. Ayala, Brian Fleurantin, and special guest Geoff Magliocchetti give their immediate postgame reactions on the court at Barclays Center.

    19 min
  6. WNBA Finals: Win or Go Home | Gotta Get Up Episode 29

    10/15/2023

    WNBA Finals: Win or Go Home | Gotta Get Up Episode 29

    It's do or die in the 2023  @WNBA Finals today for the  @NewYorkLiberty .  Erica L. Ayala and Misha Jones discuss the smackdown dished out to the Liberty in Game 2 and what needs to happen in Game 3 for New York to defeat the Las Vegas Aces and keep the series going.  GOOD NEWS, LIBERTY FANS! We've started a special Patreon-only podcast ahead of the WNBA Finals. Sign up today to hear exclusive interviews, podcast bloopers, and more! GOTTA GET UP: OVERTIME MEMBERSHIP:patreon.com/BlackRosieMedia

    1 hr
  7. WNBA Finals, Here We Come! | Gotta Get Up Episode 26

    10/07/2023

    WNBA Finals, Here We Come! | Gotta Get Up Episode 26

    Let's Go! The  @NewYorkLiberty are in the  @WNBA Finals for the first time in over 20 years! They will hit the road to take on the  @LVAces in a best-of-five series. Gotta Get Up! A Podcast for New York Liberty fans will be in the house for Game 1. Before we head to Las Vegas, hear Erica L. Ayala, Misha Jones, and Brian Fleurantin chop it up in Part I of this WNBA Finals Preview episode. GOOD NEWS, LIBERTY FANS! We've started a special Patreon-only podcast ahead of the WNBA Finals. Sign up today to hear exclusive interviews, podcast bloopers, and more! GOTTA GET UP: OVERTIME MEMBERSHIP:patreon.com/BlackRosieMedia

    39 min
  8. Sorry to Connecticut | Gotta Get Up Episode 22

    09/26/2023

    Sorry to Connecticut | Gotta Get Up Episode 22

    The @NewYorkLiberty Game 1 of the @WNBA Semifinals to the @ConnecticutSun, and host Erica L. Ayala publicly apologizes for her disrespeCT.  Plus, what must the Liberty do to get back on track and protect home court Tuesday before riding up to Uncasville?

    44 min
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Ratings & Reviews

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About

Host Erica L. Ayala will bring you Liberty recaps, news, analysis, and team interviews in this weekly basketball show dedicated to the New York Liberty. We started in the 2023 season and got to report live from the 2024 Championship celebration at Barclays Center. Follow the original franchise on their quest for their NEXT WNBA championship.

Information

  • Creator
    Erica L. Ayala
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Black Rosie Media Podcast Network

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