
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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Will LSU continue their winning haul or will Arkansas break their losing streak? Find out all you need to know regarding their matchup.

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CBA talks are frozen, the WNBA won’t respond , and fans are now siding with the league as frustration with the WNBPA grows.

UConn vs. Xavier WBB Preview: Predictions, Injury Report, Starting 5, and More
Find out all you need to know regarding the UConn Huskies' matchup against the Xavier Musketeers on Wednesday.

AJ Dybantsa Puts Big 12 Rivals on Notice After BYU’s 86–83 Loss to Arizona
AJ Dybantsa sent out a meesage to his Big 12 competitors after BYU suffered a heartbreaking loss to Arizona.

Taylor McCabe’s Injury Forces Uncomfortable Big Ten Reality for Iowa vs. Lauren Betts
Taylor McCabe is out for the season for Iowa, which is throwing up red flags, especially against their Big 10 rivals, UCLA.

“I’m Letting Her Down”: Cori Close Sounds Off on NCAA Treatment of Lauren Betts
Cori Close was unhappy with how Lauren Betts has been treated by the referees so far this season after their game against Northwestern.

LSU vs Florida WBB: Predictions, Injury Report, Starting 5, and More
Find out all you need to know before Kim Mulkey's LSU faces off against the Florida Gators, including an injury report and more.

Hannah Hidalgo Refuses to Blame Niele Ivey After Notre Dame’s Loss Exposes a Bigger Problem
Hannah Hidalgo has taken responsibility for the teams' struggles, refusing to blame coach Niele Ivey after losing to Clemson.

Dawn Staley Uses Past A’ja Wilson Strategy to Secure Win Over Vanderbilt
Dawn Staley dived into her playbook and used a technique she did for A'ja Wilson in order to defeat the undefeated Vanderbilt.

Shea Ralph Doesn’t Hide Frustration With Vanderbilt After 1st Loss vs. South Carolina
Vanderbilt suffered their first defeat of the season against South Carolina and coach Shea Ralph was as disappointed as she could be.

AJ Dybantsa Addresses NCAA History That Involved More Than Just Him
AJ Dybantsa was involved in making all time college basketball history but the BYU freshman had some company.

South Carolina Vs Vanderbilt WBB: Predictions, Injury Report, Starting 5, and More
Find out all you need to know regarding South Carolina's game against Vanderbilt including injury report, predicted lineups and more.
