On this episode of Up The Score with AP, we sit down with former South Carolina star and national champion Zia Cooke. She opens up about the powerful influence of legendary coach Dawn Staley, what it meant to win at the highest level, and the reality of navigating the professional game—including the experience of getting waived.

Zia shares her journey from college standout to pro, the lessons she’s carried along the way, and how she’s staying focused on the next chapter of her career. This conversation is all about resilience, growth, and what it really takes to compete at an elite level.

In this episode of Up The Score w/ AP, Alexis is joined by Symone and Shanteona for an in-depth discussion on the latest in the WNBA. The trio breaks down the current standings, shares their picks for Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and MVP, and dives into predictions for this year’s WNBA Championship. They also explore the evolving world of WNBA fashion and standout moments from the season so far.

Alexis Pierce sits down with multi-media journalist Arielle (Ari) Chambers to talk about her journey as a women's sports storyteller. She talks about the importance of community and representation and woman who've impacted her journey. Ari is a pioneer when it comes to advocating for women's sports and she continues to Up The Score in every way.