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Friday, August 18, 2006

One of the key match-ups in the Sun-Mystics series is Beard vs. Douglas. Both are having incredible seasons and are strong on both ends of the floor.

Aside from her physical skills, Beard's attitude and demeanor help her team. Her coach points out "it's easy to see why people adore her and her teammates respond to her. She always projects a positive image and can back it up on the court. "

Another key to both Beard and her team's success has been second year coach Richie Adubato. According to Beard, "he puts players in the position where they can do their best. He knows what it takes to win in the NBA and WNBA, and he kind of incorporates both in our system."

As for the Sun, Douglas will play tonight after missing the final two regular season games with leg cramps. "The status is I'm just going to do my best," said Douglas, who still is not 100%. But with Nykesha Sales practicing all week and getting her strength back and the team getting away to South Carolina for practice and rest, the Sun believe they are in good shape.