11 Rules WNBA Players Have to Follow

The world of a professional athlete can be a fascinating one for spectators and fans. This is especially true for the WNBA, a league that's nearly 30 years old but has seen unprecedented growth and attention in the last few years due to the amazing talent and growing visibility. If you ever wondered what being a WNBA player is like, it's not all tunnel walks and wearing your teammate's signature shoes. There are some pretty strict rules these players have to follow—both on and off the court. With the 29th WNBA season tipping off on May 17, it's the perfect time to learn about all the rules players have to follow that aren't widely known, but are super fascinating. From not being allowed to even enter the WNBA draft until a specific age to this completely changing if you're from another country, the league has conditions on so many things. For example, while The W players are known for their tunnel walk looks and draft looks their in-game time looks are more restricted. If you're eager for the WNBA season to finally begin, you're not alone. Knowing what rules and guidelines are set in place for the players can help you understand the game on all sides of the court. Plus, there's probably some that you aren't even aware of. In honor of it finally being WNBA season again, here are 11 super specific rules players are required to follow.

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