Liberty players defend Brondello after season-ending loss to Mercury
Team backs coach amid criticism after early exit
PHOENIX — The Liberty's season ended with a Game 3 loss to the Phoenix Mercury, but the players' message to their head coach was clear: they stand with Sandy Brondello. In the wake of a season that ended sooner than hoped, several Liberty stars publicly backed Brondello late Friday night, signaling a united front as they transition to the offseason.
Breanna Stewart said, "I mean to anybody that kind of questions Sandy being here, like, this is a resilient group," and added, "She has our back and we have hers." The remark was echoed by other Liberty players, who stressed Brondello's leadership through a season that fell short of expectations.
Analysts and fans often focus on the coach after a season-ending flameout, but Liberty players emphasized Brondello's role and the team's commitment to working with her as they assess offseason moves. As the Liberty look to regroup, Friday night's show of solidarity signals a unified path forward under Brondello.