Marion Jones pleased with progress in 1st season in WNBA

Posted Aug 21, 2010
As her first season in the WNBA comes to a close, Marion Jones is pleased with her progress and committed to continuing her development. "I'm encouraged that every game I feel more confident," the former world-class sprinter said. "I feel I'm starting to get the hang of this basketball thing. I'm just encouraged that personally things are getting better." (Myrtle Beach Sun News)

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