Springfield Spirit
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Springfield Spirit were a women's professional basketball team in the National Women's Basketball League (NWBL), based in Springfield, Massachusetts. The team finished in last place in the league in 2001.[1]
| Sport | Basketball |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2001 |
| Folded | 2004 |
| League | National Women's Basketball League |
| Based in | Springfield, Massachusetts |
| Owner | Steven A. Fox III |
In 2002, the Spirit signed former UConn Huskies women's basketball players Sue Bird and Swin Cash.[1] That year, the team recruited cheerleaders, including sixth-, seventh-, and eighth graders, from Holy Cross School.[2]
