
Soham Kulkarni is a WNBA Writer at EssentiallySports, where he focuses on data-backed reporting and performance analysis. A Sports Management graduate, he examines how spacing in efficiency zones, shot selection, and statistical shifts drive results. His work goes beyond the numbers on the scoreboard, helping readers see how underlying trends affect player efficiency and the evolving strategies of the women’s game. With a detail-oriented and analytical approach, Soham turns complex data into accessible narratives that bring clarity to the fastest-moving moments of basketball. His reporting captures not just what happened, but why it matters, showing fans how small efficiency gains, defensive structures, and tempo shifts can alter outcomes. At ES, he provides a sharper, stats-first lens on the WNBA’s present and future.
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Me'Arah O'Neal has revealed very real al challenges to being Shaquille O'Neal's daughter in an exclusive interview with EssentiallySports.

DiJonai Carrington Publicly Criticizes WNBA’s ‘Greedy’ CBA Approach While Addressing League’s Unrivaled Stance
DiJonai Carrington is putting the WNBA on blast, while spotlighting how Unrivaled’s rise is turning up the pressure on league leadership.

WNBA Faces Uncertain Future as WNBPA Leadership Gains Authority to Initiate Strike
the CBA talks between the WNBA and the WNBPA could be falling off the cliff as the players are on the verge of calling a strike.

NCAA Draws Scrutiny After Injury-Laden USC Reportedly Finds Rodney Rice’s Replacement In 16 Hours
NCAA and USC have come under spotlight after they were allowed to sign a replacement for Rodney Rice almost immediately.

Mark Pope Makes Positive Announcement on Jayden Quaintance Before St. John’s Game
Mark Pope has announced a positive update regarding Jayden Quaintance and a possible return against Rick Pitino and St.John's on Saturday!

Dawn Staley Announces Chloe Kitts’ New Role With Gamecocks After Early Season End
Dawn Staley revealed what Chloe Kitts is doing behind the scenes for the team as she recovers from her ACL tear.

Everything Is Not Well With NC State After Will Wade’s NCAA Optimism Meets Harsh Reality
Will Wade went on a critical rant targeting his own squad after professing clear confidence in his squad after joining.

“RIP”: ESPN Broadcaster Dick Vitale Mourns Tragedy After $105,000,000 Announcement
Dick Vitale is mourning a heartbreaking loss after a child, who was a part of his pediatric cancer recovery mission, passed away.

Kentucky, Mark Pope Make Decision After Official Announcement By No. 1 Overall Recruit Tyran Stokes
Tyran Stokes' future is up in the air as Mark Pope and Kentucky are continuing their pursuit of the No. 1-ranked recruit.

Cincinnati Breaks Silence 120 Days After Unexplained Jizzle James Announcement
Cincinnati Bearcats finally have an announcement months after removing junior guard Jizzle James from the roster.

Concerning UConn Pattern Emerges as Dan Hurley Sounds Alarm on 10 NCAA Teams
Dan Hurley addresses a troubling statistic after the win against Butler while sending a clear warning to the other Big East teams.

USA Camp Flags Familiar Issue for Caitlin Clark That Has Nothing to Do With Scoring, per National Reporter
Caitlin Clark was met with an old problem at the Team USA basketball camp away from her offensive ability.


