New York, NY - November 23, 2005 - According to Merriam-Webster's definition, thanksgiving is the act of giving thanks. And therefore, Thanksgiving Day is a day appointed for giving thanks for divine goodness. So as the Liberty joins New Yorkers and the rest of America in celebrating with turkey and pumpkin pie, your favorite coaches and players are also taking time to share what they are most thankful for this holiday season:

Cathrine Kraayeveld: I am thankful for a great family. I have two awesome parents who have been married for 31 years and have helped shape me into the person I am today. I have two older brothers who are great, too. We have always had so much fun when we get together as a family. I'm just thankful for a healthy, loving family.

Assistant Coach Marianne Stanley: I am thankful that after almost 30 years in coaching I don't have more gray hair!

Erin Thorn: I am thankful for the freedoms that we enjoy, for the beautiful world all around us, and especially for the people in my life that make each day enjoyable.

Athletic Trainer Lisa White: I am thankful for a great family and for working with people who I can truly call friends.

Assistant Coach Nick DiPillo: I am thankful for the good health and happiness of my family and friends. I am also thankful that I have the opportunity to go to work everyday and do something that I love.

Becky Hammon: There are so many things I'm thankful for - I've been extremely blessed! The thing I am most thankful for is my relationship with God. He has been very faithful to me. The second thing I'm most thankful for is my family - they're the best. I'm also very thankful for great friends and good health. And the list could go on and on!

Head Coach Pat Coyle: I am most thankful for my family and friends. I'm thankful that they are all happy and healthy .

Happy Thanksgiving from the New York Liberty!