In the Sun training camp, the newcomers are going to have a chance to make an impression on Coach Thibault. "We don't subscribe to bringing in a lot of players just to cut them," general manager Chris Sienko said. "We bring in players that have a chance to fight for a roster spot."

Of course what most Sun fans want to know is if the team is better equipped to beat the Shock this year. Thibault could not give a definitive answer on that, but does know that Lindsay Whalen will have to have a better season.

With most of the team still playing overseas, the players with the most experience in camp are Jamie Carey, Megan Mahoney and Kristen Rasmussen. Carey explained to Ned Griffin why she spent her off-season in Colorado.

SPMSportspage.com was on hand to capture some photos from the day.