From New York Post · · 1m 20s
Anneli Maley gets Liberty full-season contract after seven cuts
Anneli Maley’s WNBA career turns from seven cuts to full-season deal with New York Liberty.
In brief
Anneli Maley’s WNBA career turns from seven cuts to full-season deal with New York Liberty. Anneli Maley signed a full-season WNBA contract with New York Liberty after being waived seven times previously. Originally reported by New York Post.
Anneli Maley thought her time with Liberty was over
Anneli Maley thought her time with the Liberty was over after receiving a voice memo from general manager Jonathan Kolb that she had been fired.
Liberty convert Maley’s developmental contract to full-season deal
With Satou Sabally ruled out for the season, the Liberty converted Maley’s developmental contract into a full-season deal on September 3.
Maley calls it a promotion after initial confusion
Maley said she initially thought she was fired but realized she had been promoted to a full-season contract after the Liberty’s decision.
Maley’s WNBA journey includes seven waivers
Maley played only two years of college basketball, was never drafted, and was waived or released seven times before signing with the Liberty.
Maley’s role as developmental player
Maley worked closely with director of basketball strategy Parker Lovett and trained with the practice squad for countless hours.
Maley’s promotion fills Liberty’s developmental spot
The Liberty filled their open developmental spot with former Ole Miss wing Madison Scott after promoting Maley to a full-season contract.
The short version
Anneli Maley signed a full-season WNBA contract with New York Liberty after being waived seven times previously.
