Last Updated on August 7, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

The San Antonio Silver Stars built their 2010 season around Sophia Young’s efficient scoring and rebounding, while Becky Hammon remained the team’s primary playmaker and a consistent perimeter scoring threat. Jayne Appel strengthened the frontcourt with rebounding, and Danielle Robinson added speed and secondary ball-handling from the backcourt. Balanced offensive production and solid ball movement were team strengths, though inconsistent defense and rebounding limited their overall success.

HeatingUp Impact Index: Regular Season Team Impact Spotlight

PLAYER NAME ROLE TIER MPG USAGE TIER PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) IMPACT INDEX NOTES AWARDS
Becky Hammon Starter/Star 33.6 High 15.1 2.9 5.4 1.4 65.47 Continued to orchestrate nearly every half-court possession, balancing perimeter scoring with playmaking. Independent coverage regularly pointed to her leadership as the stabilizing force for San Antonio’s offense, while her elite free-throw shooting (.960) repeatedly closed out tight games. (MySanAntonio) WNBA All-Star (2010)
Sophia Young-Malcolm Starter/Star 31.8 High 15.3 5.2 2.4 1.9 65.47 Worked as the club’s primary interior scorer, attacking mismatches instead of settling for jumpers. Reporters frequently highlighted how her physical style complemented Becky Hammon and became even more valuable after Chamique Holdsclaw joined the lineup. (MySanAntonio) WNBA All-Star (2010)
Chamique Holdsclaw Starter/Star 29.0 High 13.6 5.3 2.0 1.8 59.14 Immediately changed the team’s identity after arriving in San Antonio, giving the Silver Stars another shot creator who eased pressure on Hammon and Young. Coach Sandy Brondello and teammates repeatedly credited her versatility for making the offense far less predictable. (MySanAntonio)
Michelle Snow Starter/Star 24.1 Medium 10.4 6.2 1.6 1.7 47.43 Anchored the paint with efficient finishing and reliable rim protection while rarely forcing offense. Coverage throughout the season praised her ability to defend the basket and thrive alongside San Antonio’s deeper collection of scorers. (MySanAntonio) WNBA All-Star (2010)
Roneeka Hodges Key Contributor 25.3 Medium 7.7 3.2 1.4 0.7 30.49 Filled an important spacing role by stretching defenses from the perimeter, often providing instant offense whether starting or coming off the bench. Coaches valued her willingness to shoot without hesitation. (MySanAntonio)
Edwige Lawson-Wade Key Contributor 21.9 Medium 6.5 1.9 2.8 1.2 28.64 Functioned as a dependable secondary ball-handler who defended opposing guards and kept the offense organized. Independent reporting often cited her steady decision-making and timely three-point shooting. (MySanAntonio)
Belinda Snell Bench 19.0 Low 4.5 2.0 2.5 0.0 18.00 Appeared only briefly but served as a reserve floor spacer capable of supplying perimeter shooting. Limited contemporary coverage was available because of her small sample of games.
Ruth Riley Key Contributor 13.1 Low 3.8 2.3 1.0 1.0 16.17 Shifted into a reserve interior role, providing veteran rim protection and frontcourt depth. Independent coverage emphasized her experience and defensive communication more than her scoring.
Jayne Appel-Marinelli Bench 10.9 Low 3.4 2.5 0.5 0.5 13.80 Brought physical post play and rebounding as a rookie reserve while continuing to work back from an early foot injury. Reports focused on her gradual development and improved comfort within the rotation. WNBA All-Star (2010)
Megan Frazee Bench 10.1 Low 3.8 2.1 0.1 0.0 12.00 Provided frontcourt depth in limited minutes, primarily contributing with hustle plays and rebounding. Limited contemporary coverage was available because her offensive role remained small.
Crystal Kelly Bench 9.3 Low 3.0 1.2 0.3 0.3 9.60 Served as an energy reserve in the frontcourt, supplying efficient interior minutes when called upon. Limited contemporary coverage was available due to her modest role.
Allie Quigley Bench 6.3 Low 3.5 0.3 0.0 0.0 7.60 Saw only brief opportunities but displayed the perimeter shooting touch that would later define her career. Limited contemporary coverage was available because she was outside the regular rotation.
Helen Darling Bench 11.8 Low 1.9 1.0 1.4 0.6 9.80 Filled reserve point guard duties by protecting possessions and applying backcourt pressure. Limited contemporary coverage was available because her role centered on spot minutes behind Becky Hammon.
Ashley Battle Bench 7.0 Low 1.6 1.8 0.2 0.0 7.20 Used primarily as a defensive wing and depth option rather than a featured scorer. Limited contemporary coverage was available because of her limited appearances.
TEAM TOTALS 108.8 45.9 26.6 13.1

HeatingUp Impact Index: Playoff Team Impact Spotlight

PLAYER NAME ROLE TIER MPG USAGE TIER PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) IMPACT INDEX NOTES AWARDS
Becky Hammon Starter/Star 37.0 High 20.0 3.5 5.5 0.5 77.09 Controlled virtually every offensive possession despite Phoenix trapping her aggressively. Independent playoff coverage emphasized her willingness to carry the scoring load while still creating looks for teammates, finishing the series with elite shot-making and perfect free-throw shooting. (Wikipedia) WNBA All-Star (2010)
Sophia Young-Malcolm Starter/Star 33.0 High 15.5 9.0 2.5 1.5 75.50 Worked relentlessly around the basket and on the offensive glass, giving San Antonio its most consistent interior presence. Game coverage repeatedly highlighted that she battled through constant double teams while remaining the Silver Stars’ primary paint scorer. (Wikipedia) WNBA All-Star (2010)
Edwige Lawson-Wade Starter/Star 28.5 Medium 12.5 1.5 4.0 2.5 47.74 Stepped into a much larger playoff role than during the regular season, knocking down perimeter shots and defending multiple backcourt assignments. Her energy and timely shooting were frequently noted as one of San Antonio’s bright spots during the series. (Wikipedia)
Roneeka Hodges Starter/Star 28.5 Medium 10.5 1.5 1.5 0.0 32.67 Spaced the floor effectively beside Becky Hammon and punished defensive rotations with confident three-point shooting. Independent reports viewed her as an important complementary scorer whenever Phoenix collapsed into the paint. (Wikipedia)
Michelle Snow Starter/Star 19.0 Medium 7.0 4.0 2.0 0.5 32.43 Focused on interior defense and screening rather than volume scoring. Although Phoenix limited her offensive touches, postseason analysis still praised her willingness to battle bigger frontcourt matchups and protect the rim. WNBA All-Star (2010)
Ruth Riley Key Contributor 15.5 Low 7.5 2.0 0.0 3.0 26.25 Provided productive reserve minutes by protecting the basket and finishing efficiently inside. Independent coverage continued to value her veteran defensive instincts even as her offensive role remained limited.
Ashley Battle Bench 17.0 Low 3.0 3.0 2.0 0.5 17.00 Filled a defensive wing assignment off the bench, bringing energy and physicality while helping move the ball. Limited independent playoff coverage was available because of her supporting role.
Jayne Appel-Marinelli Bench 12.0 Low 5.5 3.5 1.0 0.0 20.00 Supplied solid frontcourt depth as a rookie, rebounding well and finishing around the basket in short stretches. Limited independent playoff coverage was available due to her reserve role. WNBA All-Star (2010)
Crystal Kelly Bench 6.0 Low 1.0 2.0 0.0 0.0 6.00 Saw only brief action as emergency frontcourt depth. Limited independent playoff coverage was available because her minutes were minimal.
Helen Darling Bench 7.0 Low 1.0 0.5 0.0 0.0 3.00 Entered in short reserve stretches to spell the backcourt and maintain defensive pressure. Limited independent playoff coverage was available because she played a very small role in the series.
TEAM TOTALS 92.5 30.5 22.0 8.5