Michelle Griffiths

Hey Mercury fans! Although I missed the 1999 season I followed the team very closely. I'm eager to be back next season and am looking forward to the Mercury not only going back to the playoffs but winning a championship title.

I've got to tell you, that Mercury fans are by far the best fans in the world. I appreciate all your support and letters during my pregnancy. My husband, Steve, and I surely have our hands full with our new son, Bailey Scott. Being a mother is so much fun!

Thanks for the support and "GO MERCURY!"

Congratluations on the new addition to your family. How does it feel to be a Mom? I think I can speak for the fans by saying we missed you so much this last season. It was very thoughtful of you to come to some of the games. I was at two fo the ones you attended. The L.A. Game on July 17th and Houston on the 19th. Your presence was definintly felt. The Mercury played their best basketball of the season. It was tough to watch them struggle throught the first half of the season after being so successful the previous season. Do you plan on coming back next year? I really hope so. Next season will be great, especialy with you back. I love my Mercury and will never give up on them. So until next year, keep up the good work on being a mom. Go Mercury!
Hannah Dunigan
Lake Montezuma, Ariz.

Michelle Griffiths: Hannah, Being a Mum! Well what can I say? I really can't think of life without my wonderful Bailey! It really is an overwhelming feeling. I just don't stop hugging him. I've now started back training and loving it. I'm looking forward to getting back into shape and coming back to the WNBA in 2000. Keep up your support for the Mercury and I'm sure 2000 will be a big one.

Do you think it will be hard to balence being a mother and playing pro ball?
Erin Lehtinen
Alexandria, Va.

Griffiths: Erin, I think it would be hard to balance being a mum with anything, as many people have already said,"Being a Mum is a full time job", but I'm sure I'll be fine. Millions of women have done it before me and millions will follow behind me. I have the support of my husband, family and friends, I'm never going to be short of a babysitter, everyone is trying to fit into my suit case to be my nanny.

First of all, I would like to congratulate you on your new addition to the family. You must be overwhelmed with joy, not to mention tired, these days. I hear that the players on the Australian National Team will not be returning for the WNBA season next year so that they can stay together until the Olympics. Do you know anything about this? Will YOU be returning next year? GO MERCURY!
Dee Leonard
Scottsdale, Ariz.

Griffiths: Dee, I do know that some of the Ozzies are thinking of staying home because of the Olympics and that's up to them, but it's something that I'm not wanting to do. I want to get back to my best after having so much time off, so I want to be back in the WNBA and stay there as long as I can.

What's up? I'm thirteen and my favorite sport is basketball. I'm going to try out for the team in high school, but my mom said I have to play club to get on the team. the only thing is, I am really busy with school, and other basketball leagues (like YMCA and Boys & Girls Club, and school)...I don't think I'll have enought time for everything, do you think it's really neccesary to play club basketball? Have a great next season!
Ashley
Chandler, Ariz.

Griffiths: Ashley, In Australia we have a different system so I'm a little unsure what to say, but I think you should play where you feel the most happy. I know that for me I play better where I'm happy. Just another thing, remember if you want to be the best you have to play and train against the best.

Hi How's Motherhood? I was wondering if your going to play in the WNBL sometime this season and if so will it be for a Melbourne based team?
Erin
Melbourne, Australia

Griffiths: Erin from Australia! Being a mum is great, but I really don't feel like one yet. All I know is, I can't think of life without him. Yes, I want to play in the WNBL this season but I'm not sure with whom at the moment. I would like to get half a season in and then head off to the WNBA before the Olympics.

First of all I just want to congratulate you on your new son! Have you already started to get back into shape, if not how hard do you think it will be? Good luck and I look forward to seeing you next season!
Lisa
Phoenix, Ariz.

Griffiths: I have started to get back into training and things are going fine. I did think it was going to be harder than it is. Don't get me wrong, I'm feeling sore and need a hot bath everynight but I want to get back to basketball and I love the thought of Bailey watching his mum playing.

Hi! Congratulations on your new baby boy! I've been waiting so long to see you play again. Since the day I found out about you being pregnant and missing the whole WNBA season, I couldn't wait to see you play again! You are by far, my favorite player on the Mercury and I wish you the best. How do you think you will fit in with the new Mercury? Do you think the Mercury has changed a lot, or does it seem to be a different team with the same style of play? Well, best of luck in the 2000 WNBA season.
Alisha Moreno
Mesa, Ariz.

Griffiths: Alisha, I think the Mercury this year was a different team with a similar type of game. Things took a while to gel, but I'm sure 2000 will be a good one. I don't think I'll have a problem with fitting in because the game the Mercury play I love -- a running game with smarts.