The Phoenix Mercury faced the New York Liberty on August 1 wearing their new original jerseys, which was just the start of commemorating their 1997 team that started it all.
Very #ASU start to the 1997 #Mercury reunion with original PA announcer @MunnyBall introducing the team, starting with Sun Devils Ryneldi Becenti & Monique Ambers 🔱@Sports360AZ pic.twitter.com/3WwsA3ws32
— Eliav Gabay (@eliavgabay) August 1, 2026
The court featured 30 years of Mercury players as well as the old Mercury and WNBA logos.
Court details for the 1997 Reunion game.#Mercury vs #Liberty @Sports360AZ pic.twitter.com/Da9rqzK34N
— Eliav Gabay (@eliavgabay) August 1, 2026
First ever head coach and general manager in Cheryl Miller wore her suspenders and tie – one of the many famous looks she rocked on the sidelines.
Jeff Metcalfe and Eliav Gabay caught up with Bridget Pettis and reflected on a memorable night in Phoenix.