ESPN Introduces New Women's Basketball Alt-Cast "Courtside at the Women’s Final Four"

ESPN has announced a new women's basketball alt-cast, Courtside at the Women’s Final Four Presented by AT&T.

What's Happening:

• Courtside at the Women’s Final Four will be hosted by Jess Sims, alongside Olympic bronze medalist Ilona Maher for both semifinal games.
• Content creator Katie Feeney will also appear for roaming interviews and reactions from fans.
• The show will also include additional rotating guests, including StudBudz/WNBA stars Natisha Hiedeman and Courtney Williams.
• WNBA Champion and Finals MVP Chelsea Gray will join Sims and Maher for Sunday’s Championship game.
• Sims is no stranger to the excitement and energy of the college game, having served as a sideline reporter for some of the season’s most high-profile women’s basketball matchups.
• Additionally, Sims is a weekly contributor to College GameDay Built by the Home Depot, where she spotlights standout athletes and coaches while bringing fans inside the unique traditions and moments that define each program.
• Courtside at the Women’s Final Four will air on Friday, April 3 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. ET on ESPN2 and Sunday, April 5 at 3:30 p.m. on ESPN.

What They're Saying:

• Ilona Maher: “I’m incredibly excited to be joining ESPN’s Courtside in its first year. As a champion of women’s sports, I cannot wait to be part of ESPN’s presentation of women’s basketball on the biggest stage. We are going to see some fantastic games and we’re ready to have some fun right next to the action.”
• Meg Aronowitz, senior vice president, production: “We are thrilled to debut our re-imagined Alt-Cast at the Women’s Final Four. With Ilona, Natisha, Courtney, Chelsea, Jess, Katie and a dynamic lineup of guests, Courtside will deliver a fresh, authentic perspective on the game. By placing this group right at courtside, we’re creating an immersive experience that brings fans closer than ever – capturing the energy of the arena while also delivering insight, personality and fun.”

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