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A tossed shoe leads to late ejection and derails Liberty rally in a 93-91 loss to Toronto
By Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
MONTREAL (AP) — Betnijah Laney-Hamilton was tossed from the New York Liberty's 93-91 loss to Toronto on Sunday after she threw a shoe that hit Tempo player Marina Mabrey in the back late in the fourth quarter. Laney-Hamilton was trying to get the sneaker back to teammate Jonquel Jones after it ha...
Key takeaway Laney-Hamilton was trying to get the sneaker back to teammate Jonquel Jones after it had fallen off.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The ejection of Betnijah Laney-Hamilton in the New York Liberty's loss to Toronto may seem like a distant event to McAllen residents, but it has implications for local fans who follow women's professional basketball. The Rio Grande Valley has a strong following for the sport, and many in the community likely watched the game or followed the updates. The incident also raises questions about player conduct and sportsmanship, topics that are relevant to local youth sports leagues and teams in McAllen. As the women's professional basketball season continues, McAllen fans will be watching to see how the Liberty regroups from this loss and how Laney-Hamilton's actions affect her team's dynamics. The Valley's own athletes and coaches may also be discussing the incident as a teaching moment for young players about the importance of maintaining composure under pressure.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
Reading time: 1 min
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