Acquired by Charlotte from the Sacramento Monarchs, Tangela Smith is now in the midst of her first Sting training camp. We caught up with the seven-year WNBA veteran to get her thoughts on the Sting and the upcoming season.

(On the upcoming season)
�I�m very excited about joining this team. I�m also looking forward to playing with Dawn Staley. Everyone has made me feel very welcome here on the team and in Charlotte.

(On offseason changes the Sting made)
�I just want to come in and see where I fit in. I saw the additions that the organization made and I felt that they were good moves. I�m very excited to be here.�

(On helping the offense)
�Whatever I can do for the team I want to do. I�m known for my offense, but I just want to fit in with the team. Team chemistry is very important. Trudi (Lacey) has been pounding that into our heads, and I think that�s very important. I just want to strengthen what I�ve been doing in the league and capitalize off of that.�

(On how the WNBA has evolved)
�I went to the University of Iowa years ago. This league is really growing. I think that the league has grown so much since I began and I�m proud of that. Now all of the girls that are coming into the league are really, really good and it�s more competition out there. Talent-wise everyone is good from the first to the last player.�

(On comparing Sacramento to Charlotte)
�Back in Sacramento we ran a lot. We ran a lot of fast breaks on offense. I don�t think they run as much here. Charlotte is more of a half court team. Here it�s more setting up plays and finding the best space possible.�

(On transitioning from Sacramento to Charlotte)
�I think it�s going to be easy. I�m a quick learner so whatever the coach throws at me I�m willing to adapt and learn.�