Phoenixmercury.com recently caught up with several Mercury players and staff to discuss their favorite things about the Thanksgiving holiday.
I am thankful for…
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General Manager Ann Meyers Drysdale: My family and their health.
President & COO Jay Parry: Being surrounded by great people - my awesome family, super cute boyfriend and our fantastic Mercury supporters.
Assistant Coach Julie Hairgrove: My family.
Assistant Coach Bridget Pettis: This moment.
Mercury guard Diana Taurasi: Being lucky enough to have an amazing family and funny friends!
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Mercury guard Kelly Mazzante: My family and friends and the Phoenix Mercury!
Mercury forward Barb Farris: All my family and friends who don't let a day pass without telling me how much they care about me.
Mercury center Olympia Scott: LIFE, LOVE and FAMILY!
Mercury guard Allie Quigley: Family and friends, my health, and of course basketball!
My favorite Thanksgiving dish is…
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General Manager Ann Meyers Drysdale: Turkey! Dark meat with mashed potatoes.
President & COO Jay Parry: My mom’s green beans and pecan pie!
Head Coach Corey Gaines: Sweet Potato Pie.
Assistant Coach Julie Hairgrove: Stuffing.
Assistant Coach Bridget Pettis: Fried Turkey.
Mercury guard Cappie Pondexter: Banana Pudding.
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Mercury forward Barb Farris: A "Turducken.. It’s a turkey stuffed with a chicken that's stuffed with a duck with rice and sausage dressing. It’s from a local butcher in the New Orleans area. It satisfies all meat cravings for the holiday.
Mercury center Olympia Scott: A tie between Honey Baked Ham and homemade stuffing or "dressing" straight out of the turkey.
Mercury guard Allie Quigley: Mashed potatoes and rolls with LOTS of butter.... very healthy I know, but oh so good!