The Sparks's Draft Party at the ESPN Zone





 Story by L.T.Willis






Sparks' fans having a great time at the 2011 Sparks' Draft Party at the
ESPN Zone. Photo by Eric Wade EW/Gems Images.




 There was new energy at the ESPN Zone on Monday at the Sparks' 2011 Draft Party as everyone was waiting to see what draft pick would the Sparks select. The other Top story of the night was that Joe Bryant was back for a second rounds with the Sparks as a assistant coach .Sparks' head coach Jennifer Gillom was all smiles to have Joe as part of her coaching staff and so were the fans. One of the most funniest question that was ask from a fan are we getting someone who can dunk not just at home games but also on the road? The crowd was really laughing very hard  and both Jennifer Gillom and Joe Bryant couldn't stop from laughing.

 

Ohio State's Jantel Lavender was selected by the Los Angeles Sparks.
photo by Eric Wade EW/Gems Images





When it was time for the Sparks to select a player in the first round the selected 4 time Big Ten Player of The Year from Ohio State 6' 4 Center Jantel Lavender and the room really got loud as everyone was cheering with the selection. At Ohio State Jantel Lavender average 22.8 points and 10.8 rebounds per game. Sparks' Director of Communication Ben Akaly and i had a phone interview with here and this what she said." I'm very happy to be drafted by the Los Angeles  Sparks and to be playing with Candace Parker and Tina Thompson two superstars of the WNBA". I ask her what will she bring to the team." I will bring a physical presence to the team because i love to bang and run up and down the court and also the great weather in Los Angeles."

Sparks' head coach Jennifer Gillom and assistant coach Joe Bryant
having some fun at the Sparks' 2011 Draft Party.