Portland Fire coach Alex Sarama joins Sarah to discuss the team’s strong start to its inaugural season, why he’s ready for this moment despite being the youngest coach in the WNBA, and the reaction he gets when he tells his athletes to take off their shoes and take shots in socks. The reigning WNBA Coach of the Month also shares how his constraints-led approach impacts everything from planning practices to pre-game rituals. Plus, Father’s Day gifts that don’t suck.


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Portland Fire coach Alex Sarama joins Sarah to discuss the team&rsquo;s strong start to its inaugural season, why he&rsquo;s ready for this moment despite being the youngest coach in the WNBA, and the reaction he gets when he tells his athletes to take off their shoes and take shots in socks. The reigning WNBA Coach of the Month also shares how his constraints-led approach impacts everything from planning practices to pre-game rituals. Plus, Father&rsquo;s Day gifts that don&rsquo;t suck.
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Read more about Alex Sarama&rsquo;s constraints-led approach <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/portland-fire/2026/05/no-shootaround-practicing-in-socks-alex-saramas-system-starts-before-the-games.html" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.oregonlive.com/portland-fire/2026/05/no-shootaround-practicing-in-socks-alex-saramas-system-starts-before-the-games.html&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1781146932647000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2yUaUyEqMf_qVOuLF2-EO_">here</a>
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Good Game is your one-stop shop for the biggest stories in women’s sports. Every day, host Sarah Spain gives you the stories, stakes, stars and stats to keep up with your favorite women’s teams, leagues and athletes. Through thoughtful insight, witty banter, and an all around good time, Sarah and friends break down the latest news, talk about the games you can’t miss, and debate the issues of the day. Don’t miss interviews with the people of the moment, whether they be athletes, coaches, reporters, or celebrity fans. 

Good Game is your one-stop shop for the biggest stories in women’s sports. Every day, host Sarah Spain gives you the stories, stakes, stars and stats to keep up with your favorite women’s teams, leagues and athletes. Through thoughtful insight, witty banter, and an all around good time, Sarah and friends break down the latest news, talk about the games you can’t miss, and debate the issues of the day. Don’t miss interviews with the people of the moment, whether they be athletes, coaches, reporters, or celebrity fans.

Good Game with Sarah Spain

Portland Fire coach Alex Sarama joins Sarah to discuss the team’s strong start to its inaugural season, why he’s ready for this moment despite being the youngest coach in the WNBA, and the reaction he gets when he tells his athletes to take off their shoes and take shots in socks. The reigning WNBA Coach of the Month also shares how his constraints-led approach impacts everything from planning practices to pre-game rituals. Plus, Father’s Day gifts that don’t suck.

Strobe Goggles and Socks with Alex Sarama

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