PHOENIX — Phoenix Rising FC took to social media Thursday to show support for Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally’s campaign to make the All-WNBA Team, in a show of cross-league support.
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Sep 11, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally (0) and Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers (5) battle for the ball during the second half at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Mercury shared their campaign for why the forward should be considered in the All-WNBA Team discussion — including milestones she achieved throughout the season.
Versatile, rare, fearless.
From her very first game in The Valley, Satou showed exactly what a Unicorn looks like 🦄Satou for All-WNBA Team. pic.twitter.com/yDWbePuwpX
— Phoenix Mercury (@PhoenixMercury) September 11, 2025
Phoenix Rising reposted the campaign, with a picture of several players posing with Sabally to show support.
“Big Satou fans over here #AllAZ #TodosRojos,” the post read.
Big Satou fans over here👏 #AllAZ #TodosRojos https://t.co/BJqQdpVEzl pic.twitter.com/yAPdgpPE8J
— Phoenix Rising FC (@PHXRisingFC) September 11, 2025
Sep 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally (0) reacts after a shot against the Los Angeles Sparks during the second half of a WNBA game at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The forward joined the Mercury this past offseason in a trade from the Dallas Wings and has emerged as an integral part of the team’s rotation. Sabally herself as part of the team’s Big Three, along with Kahleah Copper and Alyssa Thomas.
Sabally has had another standout season, averaging 16.4 points, 5.9 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game.
Sep 4, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally (0) attempts a jump shot in front of Washington Mystics forward Kiki Iriafen (44) during the third quarter at CareFirst Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images
The All-WNBA Team is determined by a panel of media personnel, with fan engagement a key part of raising player visibility. Rising’s gesture helps boost Sabally’s visibility while uniting Arizona teams in cross-league solidarity.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
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