Looking back on the start of the season, fans were split over the January decision to waive Tamecka Dixon. Many were happy, some didn't care, and a few thought it was a mistake. Figure me in the latter category (if you haven't figured that out).
Now that she's proven herself as the Comets second lead scorer, and a front-runner for the WNBA's sixth woman of the year award... most fans have rallied behind her (in spite of her age and former affiliation!).
But Dixon says she won't be waived in 2008.
"I plan on starting the season with the Comets next year," Dixon said. "We won't
go 0-10 to start next season."
We're all aware of the grudge holding and the pouts in professional sports, but Tamecka did neither. Once re-signed, she stepped right in and played her heart out.With all the talk of who doesn't want to play, and who wants to be traded... it's refreshing to hear from someone who truly wants to be here.
In what seems like a rare event, today... on the 4th of July... the Houston Comets announce the signing (re-signing) of Erin Grant.
Grant, a Texas Tech graduate (receiving All-Big 12 First Team honors for two seasons), was originally drafted (39th overall) by Seattle in 2006. The Comets signed her on April 20, 2007 and after three games (51 minutes, 3 points, 9 assists, 5 rebounds), waived her on May 23.
I'm a bit confused by the "trade" (for Tamara Moore), but I have no educated opinion. That just leaves one thing to say:
Welcome back, Erin!
UPDATE: The press release made it to the Houston Comets website.
So... the Comets waived Tamara Moore and Tari Phillips, in order to sign Tamecka Dixon.
I've always liked Tari, but I have to admit that she hasn't contributed much lately. And I'm not sure it was a great idea to waive (the young and talented) Moore. But I'm ok with signing Dixon, if she's healthy and ready to play.
“I'm excited to be back with the team and to be able to play for Coach Thompson. I feel as if I'm starting anew. I've just been working out, training and hoping for the opportunity to contribute my talent and effort.”
Truth is, I enjoy watching her. I like her 'old school' style of play. While some might disagree, I, personally, like her energy, leadership and determination, and I think there's a place for her here. And yeah, I know, I'm partial to the veterans!
It's amazing and sometimes scary how accurate the rumor mill can be! I'm ok with this one, though... for now.One thing that's confusing me, though, is that we waived two players, one with veteran pay (I'm assuming), but only signed one veteran at veteran pay (I'm assuming)... What else is coming down the pike?
Photo by WNBA.
The Comets waived Tamara Moore and Tari Phillips today.
Comment withheld, pending future transactions.
