Well, here it is, the end of another WNBA season -  for the Merc any way. It seems so early when you look back on last year.  Just some reflections I have. First, I can't thank Cappie enough for wanting out of Phoenix. By doing so, she brought my absolute favorite player to the Mercury - C. Dupree of course. I know the team struggled a bit to find their identity, and I really think that the Merc had a Championship hang over common to many champions. That and trying to find chemistry is a tall order even for such great players.  Dee came in with a broken hand, and clearly tired from the "off" season overseas. All of that, I believe led to a roller coaster of a season! I still enjoyed it all...It may not have ended exactly the way we'd have liked, but, considering what a tough year it was the Merc did very well just getting to the WCF's.  Yep, that was a heart-breaker of a game yesterday, but I really felt that the Mercury did the best they could against a team that believes it's destiny is to win a championship this year. Just as we were unstoppable last year, it seems Seattle isthis year. However, I feel that the Dream are firmly on that same path..should be interesting, unless of course NY does something tomorrow. I think another reason I enjoyed this season so much was that I was lucky enough to interact with several players this year. It was nice to talk to, take pictures with, and just say 'hi'. I love how accessible these professional athletes are, it brings another dimension to being a fan.  I have attended every season since the very first in Los Angeles. I absolutely love the WNBA. I hope this 'off season' is fun and safe for all of the players, and they come back ready to go in 2011! It will be great for the team now that they know each other, and the core group is coming back! Can't WAIT!