SEATTLE – The Seattle Storm today announced its 2019 preseason schedule, which will feature a home game against the Phoenix Mercury and a road game against the Los Angeles Sparks. The defending champions will host the Mercury on Wednesday, May 15 at 7 p.m. PT at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett, Wash.; the site of five Storm regular-season contests, including the May 25 home opener.
The Storm will then face the Sparks on Friday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m. PT at the Hutto-Patterson Gym at Pasadena City College. Last season, the Storm won two of three regular-season meetings against the Sparks.
Following its two-game preseason slate, the Storm will begin its title defense against the Mercury at Angel of the Winds Arena on Saturday, May 25 at 12:30 p.m. PT on ABC. Opening Day presented by Swedish will feature a ring ceremony celebrating the third WNBA title in franchise history. Raise the trophy with the Storm in 2019 with a Storm 360 Membership or ticket package, available now by calling (206) 217-WNBA (9622).
ABOUT THE SEATTLE STORM
The Seattle Storm is a three-time WNBA championship team committed to bringing a premium professional basketball and entertainment experience to a fan base rich in tradition and support. The organization places high value on community and building platforms to positively impact the overall entertainment, attraction and economy of the Puget Sound region. In addition, the Storm is dedicated to local youth development in the areas of fitness and wellness; with a special emphasis on inspiring leadership, motivation and the empowerment of girls and women. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit StormBasketball.com.