Former Swish Appeal editor-in-chief Tamryn Spruill is in the spotlight as she discusses the work behind her upcoming book about the WNBA. The conversation serves as an update on Spruill’s latest project and highlights her move from basketball media into long-form sports writing.
Her book, The W: A History of the WNBA, is scheduled to be published on September 22, 2026. Based on the interview framing, Spruill shares what went into creating the book, offering insight into the reporting, writing, and overall effort required to tell the story of the league.
The project is notable both because of Spruill’s background at Swish Appeal and because it focuses on the history of the WNBA at a time of strong interest in women’s basketball. A book centered on the league’s development, legacy, and place in the sport is likely to draw attention from longtime fans as well as newer readers following the WNBA’s growth.
For Swish Appeal, the interview also marks a moment of celebration for a former top editor returning with a major publishing project. With The W: A History of the WNBA now on the calendar for 2026, Spruill’s book is emerging as a notable addition to the expanding conversation around women’s basketball and its history.
