All-Star Weekend + Midseason Grades
Download MP3Jasmine Harper and Candace "Ace" Pedraza return with a brand new episode of Sideline Sisters, diving into all the action and entertainment from WNBA All-Star Weekend. In this episode, the duo breaks down the weekend’s standout moments—on and off the court—while bringing their signature blend of insight and wit. Beyond the festivities, Harper and Ace also co-authored a midseason grades article, evaluating all 13 WNBA teams based on their performance in the first half of the season. They grouped the teams into four categories and combined sharp analysis with humor, stats, and storytelling. It’s a playful yet pointed look at the league—a reflection of their love for the game and the passionate WNBA fan community they represent.
Beat produced by Dassi.
Sound design by Mike Goodrick.
Beat produced by Dassi.
Sound design by Mike Goodrick.
Creators and Guests
Host
Candace Pedraza
Candace Pedraza, also known as Ace, is a sports reporter and senior writer with Winsidr. She's worked with the WNBA on their editorial side, as well as with FanSided as a full time editor running their "Ink on Indy" operations. She is an avid sports-watcher, a New York City native with a slight New York Liberty bias, and a seasoned sports reporter having worked as one since 2014.
Host
Jasmine Harper
Jasmine Harper, known by many as Harper, is a trained sports journalist and social strategist. She entered the WNBA space in 2021 and hasn't looked back since joining the Winsidr team. Harper is pursuing her Masters in Mass Communications at the University of Florida, and she's also a freelance journalist and social media manger for other sports networks. She's passionate about the WNBA and player-first reporting, and consistently advocates for player's privacy and protection. Sideline Sisters is her passion project as Harper's finally coming to center stage to speak candidly but respectful about women's hoops.
