As a first time attender of a WNBA Game and any type of championship, the Phoenix Mercury and WNBA produced an incredible game experience for me and my children.
I have never thought someone on the production side of a pro team could keep a fan as engaged as the production/marketing directors were for this game. There was never a chance to veg-out, disengage or desire to take a break from the game. Kudos to the marketing/production manager/team for keeping me intently engaged in the entire game experience. The Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever did a great job of doing that too.
The confetti, music and winning of the WNBA Championship was a real hit with my kids and a fun thing to experience. It's a rare thing to ever be present for any league's championship, but this was truly special.
Administrative note to US Airways/Phoenix Mercury:
US Airways management/staff need to fix the gate opening problem. Season ticket holders are entered into the stadium 15 minutes before any other ticket purchaser. If the Mercury think this is a good thing, think about the message it sends to potential season ticket holders who stood in line pissed off prior to each game. I was miffed by it but most were angry. It has a way of hurting the majority when something exclusive is done for a few.
Also, it was communicated to the Arizona Republic and news agencies that doors would open at 4pm. That was an error, in that, the doors opened up 75 minutes ahead for season ticket holders and 60 minutes before for everyone else.
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Favorite moment: The crowd and Mercury during the final 30 seconds with ensuing confetti, emotions, glee, trophy presentation and difficulty leaving was so memorable. @