Angel Reese celebrated winning a $50,000 bonus on Monday by firing back at a fellow WNBA player who asked for a share of her Unrivaled winnings. Starting a league is hard, and running it is also hard. Alex Morgan and former NBA All-Star Steve Nash were among other big names who showed up throughout the season. I know you are VERY aware & i’m sorry to break it to you but i’m on a rookie contract & that 50k was a little more than half of my contract so I have to keep that to myself… Colson, a two-time WNBA champion, is due to earn $90,000 with the Fever in 2025, according to Spotrac. We’re going to look at areas of improvement that we could make within what we delivered this season,’ Lawler said. More than 20 players are already under contract for the next two seasons, according to Unrivaled President Alex Bazzell. The league brought plenty of stars to Miami. She said next season will likely continue with six teams, but expects the league could expand to other markets beyond Miami in the future. Leading up to its launch, Unrivaled raised more than $35million from various sources and dozens of individual investors, including Stephen Curry, Dawn Staley, Geno Auriemma and Coco Gauff. Teams play to a ‘winning score’ determined by adding 11 points to the squad that is leading after three quarters. And so we had to stay focused on delivering this, here, now. 50k on a flight. Six teams of 36 of the best players in the WNBA played during the eight week regular season. Reese, the former LSU standout, replied: ‘hey sista. Soon after the bonus was secured, Reese posted ’50K NEED DATTTTT’ on X which promoted Colson to reply to her. Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever teammate Sydney Colson messaged Reese on X after her Rose BC team won the new competition’s inaugural season. Comedian and actress Wanda Sykes, former U.S. 50k by tomorrow or anything like that… Unrivaled Commissioner Micky Lawler said she was pleased with the league’s inaugural campaign. Founded by Napheesa Collier and fellow WNBA star Breanna Stewart, Unrivaled has the highest average salary for players of any pro women’s sports league, with many earning six-figure salaries. Olympic gold medalist and WNBA champ A´ja Wilson, Miami Heat great Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union, tennis star Frances Tiafoe and broadcaster Robin Roberts were all in attendance to watch Monday´s final. Games are played with three seven-minute quarters and an untimed fourth. She messaged Reese, writing: ‘Hey angel girl, just wanted to check in and see how ur doing and just let u know I’m here for u if u need anything… Each player on the championship-winning club received a $50,000 share of the prize pot – part of Unrivaled’s goal of compensating players more than almost any other professional women’s sports league.

If you’re as magpie-like about jewellery as I am, you’ll always be on the lookout for new brands and original pieces to add to your collection. There are so many amazing affordable and mid-range jewellery brands out there today, with a plethora of choice no matter what your style. The brand’s founders, sisters Christie and Rosanna Wollenberg, believe you shouldn’t just save beautiful jewellery for best, so the sculptural rings and earrings are as practical as they are elegant. If you love keeping things unique and prefer to shop independent, these jewellery brands are worth checking out and keeping in mind for your next purchase. Their goal is to make pieces that ‘will be your go-to for years to come’. All Grove & Vae jewellery is designed in London, and created using 14k gold vermeil and rhodium-plated sterling silver. Tilly Sveaas founded her eponymous brand in 2016. Born in Hong Kong to British-Norwegian parents, London-based Tilly has been a jewellery designer for over 25 years, creating her first pieces during an extended trip to Bali, where she still produces to this day. But along with the prominent brands we all know and love, there are a load of under-the-radar gems (no pun intended) out there just waiting to be discovered. This British brand was launched in the autumn of 2024 by Tofi Caroline Adedoyin, a former investment banking director. Otiumberg positions itself as a demi-fine jewellery brand. Her signature T-bar necklaces – related web site – have been worn by the likes of Taylor Swift.

It specialises in bright, colourful jewellery.

The brand focuses on creating timeless, versatile pieces tailored to the modern woman’s everyday wardrobe. I was tired of sacrificing style for quality, or my bank account for both’ says Neima Row founder Naomi Genes. Made by small workshops all over the world, each piece holds a story. It always came with lengthy care instructions and still tarnished after only a few wears or turned my skin green’ she says. Catherine ‘Catch’ Rhys Jones started her label out of a frustration with the jewellery she was buying. So she decided to make her own. The pieces are gorgeous too – from delicate pendants to eye-catching hoops, available in either 18ct gold vermeil or sterling silver. Prior to starting Bijoux De Mimi, Amelia attended Central Saint Martins. After working in the jewellery industry for 10 years, Amelia Bainbridge saw a gap in the market for jewellery that was both beautiful and affordable – and Auree was born in 2014. All Auree pieces are made with the highest quality solid gold, sterling silver or gold vermeil and natural gemstones. It specialises in bright, colourful jewellery. Items are produced in developing countries, giving the artisans income to lift themselves and their families out of poverty. With Love Darling believes in changing the world one piece of jewellery at a time. Founded by Amelia Hitchcock-Merritt in the middle of lockdown at just eighteen, Bijoux De Mimi became one of the fastest growing jewellery brands in the UK. Crystals & Co. founders (and best friends) Emily Mackeogh and Leah O’Reilly aim to accessorise peoples lives with fun, high quality affordable jewellery. The brand uses solid metals – not plated or vermeil, and promises no green fingers or brass rash. Think timeless glamour meets modern minimalism, without the unattainable price tag.

It was established in 2009, with the ethos that jewellery should say a lot about who you are, whether big and bold or delicate and gold. Dreamt up on a bicycle ride through Rajasthan, India, the British jewellery brand Memara was launched in 2019, with the aim to create beautiful, timeless yet affordable demi-fine pieces. The brand is named after Olivia’s mother Deborah Louise who Olivia sadly lost to cancer in 2017. With the loss of her mother, Olivia felt life was too short to not be truly passionate about the everyday and D.Louise was born. Scream Pretty’s signature style is the curated ear – combining piercings and ear cuffs, to create bold stand out styling. The ranges include a collaboration with Vogue Williams. Abby is a big believer in the talismanic and restorative power of jewellery, and strives to create designs that are both ethical and fashioned with love. Olivia’s pursuit began when she identified a gap in the jewellery market – the need for everyday pieces that wouldn’t fade after a few wears – with this every piece comes with a lifetime guarantee against colour fading. Founded by Olivia Jenkins in 2021, D. Louise creates timeless long-lasting yet affordable jewellery. Pieces are made in sterling silver with 18ct gold vermeil. The eclectic collection draws inspiration from founder Abby Kaye’s past experiences and travels through India, as well as her childhood in London and love of nature. After growing up in Singapore, founder Lynette Ong left her job in finance to pursue a dream of using her creativity for the better. Award winning British Jewellery Brand Scream Pretty was founded by Lucy Lee with her sister Jessica Pearce in 2016. This family run business designs jewellery for self expression; affordable, stylish and fun – jewellery to shout about.

Stellar 79 is a British demi-fine jewellery brand created by sisters Natasha and Sheena.

Inspired by a wealth of artisans selling beautiful jewellery on her travels around Asia, Edge of Ember was born. In 2015, the brand shifted tack as Seymour gave birth to her son, Elvis, and started to document her life as a single mother, entrepreneur and jeweller. These stories of romance, travel and history were the founding concept behind Carousel Jewels: modern jewellery that takes us back. The collection includes base earrings and chains, complemented by a range of interchangeable statement pendants to customise your look. Cult of Youth is a London-based silver jewellery brand founded by Kelly Seymour in 2011. The brand started out on a stall at Portobello Market, before being picked up by Urban Outfitters and sold at its stores. The Cult of Youth collection has since expanded to include on-trend, fashionable jewels with a rock ‘n’ roll edge at accessible price points. Designs are hand crafted through the process of lost wax casting in her studio, and stone setting takes place nearby in Hatton garden. The sisters draw inspiration from their combined passion for art, fashion, travel, music, and culture across the South Asian diaspora to unify and celebrate cultural heritage and nostalgia with the present day. Harfi’s mission is to bring affordable, demi-fine jewellery to shoppers, working directly with its artisan partners. Each piece of jewellery is created from start to finish within a small area of North London. With dual Mauritian-Trinidadian heritage and London roots, the co-founder’s mission is to create inspired, authentic, and expressive jewellery made with a conscience. Deborah is very mindful that the business be as sustainable as possible, and so she uses recycled silver and gold in all of the pieces. Founder Sally Louise was inspired by the films of grandparents’ time, from Casablanca to Gone with the Wind and Lawrence of Arabia. A silver letter necklace spelling out MAMA became a bestseller, and this motif has been applied to new styles including rings and lockets. Stellar 79 is a British demi-fine jewellery brand created by sisters Natasha and Sheena. London-based jewellery designer, Deborah Blyth began designing in 2004, whilst living in Italy. Her passion for the arts and love of nature combined to influence her process, which finds beauty in imperfections.