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‘Blue-collar hoops’: Kiah Stokes has Valkyries on brink of WNBA title

Jake O'Donnell
Jake O'Donnell
Jake O'Donnell
Sports Reporter · Bloomington, IL

Jake, a former collegiate athlete, graduated from Illinois State University and has spent the last 5 years covering sports for various local publications. His insider's perspective on the local sports scene helps him craft compelling stories that connect with fans and players alike.

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Sports Reporter · Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 8:30 PM · 1 min read
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‘Blue-collar hoops’: Kiah Stokes has Valkyries on brink of WNBA title — Bloomington Sports news

Game 5 of the WNBA Finals was ugly, gritty and physical. And, has been the case throughout the series, Valkyries center Kiah Stokes was right in the middle of it.

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