The Monarchs have advanced to the 2006 WNBA Finals and are up against a great defensive team in the Detroit Shock. Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton, is preparing to join the team in Detroit for Game 2. Her travel companion for this trip will be the 'Original Monarch', Ruthie Bolton. The two sat down to talk about Wednesday's Game 1, what Sacramento needs to do in order to defeat Detroit in the series, Ruthie's impact on the game and what the fans really mean to the Monarchs - both at home and on the road.

The Monarchs have advanced to the 2006 WNBA Western Conference finals for the fourth consecutive season! Coach Whisenant was generous and gave the team a day off, but they are back in action and at the practice facility again today. Monarchs forward Nicole Powell was able to sit with Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton, to discuss the upcoming series, what needs to continue in order for the Monarchs to defend their title successfully, how different it has been to play in Sacramento than with her previous team and the unselfishness of the team overall.

Sacramento Monarchs Head Coach John Whisenant took some time away from studying the play of the Houston Comets and Seattle Storm, one of whom the Monarchs will meet in the first round of the 2006 WNBA Playoffs, to speak with Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton. Coach Whiz discussed the upcoming game and what plans he has for the Monarchs as they head into the playoffs.

Coming off of one of her best games as a professional, Sacramento forward, Kim Smith, spent some time with Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton. Smith spoke about her transition into the WNBA, what it's like to play at ARCO Arena, how women's basketball in the United States compares to Canada, and what she feels the team needs to accomplish to help them finish strong this season.

From the practice facility, Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton, spoke with Monarchs Assistant Coach, Monique Ambers. Monique gives us an inside look at how the team works together in practice, what they're looking to improve throughout the rest of the season, the play of forward Rebekkah Brunson in the win against Seattle, her journey in the WNBA and what it's like for her to have worked with two different coaching staffs within the organization.

From the practice facility, Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton was able to catch up with Monarchs forward Rebekkah Brunson.

With the team on the road, Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton, had the opportunity to sit down and get a 'behind-the-scenes' look at the Sacramento Monarchs. Danette spoke with Erin Batth, the assistant to Monarchs Coach, John Whisenant. Erin gives us a peek at what goes on in Monarchs practices, how she works with the team, how important the fans are and what it means to her to be a part of the Monarchs organization.

Sacramento Monarchs Guard Kristin Haynie sat down with Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton. Kristin spoke about her thoughts on the recent loss to Seattle, her feelings about the new Monarchs, her rookie year and how she feels about current Monarch Yolanda Griffith and former Monarch Chelsea Newton.

Sacramento Monarchs forward DeMya Walker took time to speak with Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton this week. DeMya spoke about coming back to Sacramento, getting into 'playing shape', her teammates, fans and, of course, her new daughter, Zachara.

Sacramento Monarchs forward/center Erin Buescher stopped by upon the team's return from Houston. Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton, spoke with Erin about her thoughts on DeMya Walker's return to Sacramento, team chemistry both on and off the court, what she did during the offseason to improve her game and how she got into surfing.

Sacramento Monarchs guard, Ticha Penicheiro, took some time out after practice to visit with Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton. Ticha talked about the season so far, what she feels the WNBA means to the younger generation and why she chose to attend Old Dominion rather than play basketball in Portugal.

Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton, sat down with Sacramento Monarchs guard, Kara Lawson. She had the chance to speak with Kara about the newest Monarchs, her health and what the 10th Anniversary of the WNBA means to her.

Vice President of Monarchs Business Operations, Danette Leighton, got a chance to speak with Jerry Reynolds, the original General Manager of the Sacramento Monarchs and current Director of Kings Player Personnel.

WNBA President, Donna Orender speaks with Danette Leighton, Vice President of Marketing and Monarchs Business Operations.