The Sub-Collectives
of Backcourt
Backcourt Collective is built on two foundational pillars: The Coop, a home for the creatives shaping the culture of women’s basketball, and The Loop, a home for the organizers building community city by city. Together, they form the collective power behind Backcourt Collective: each offering the space, support, and structure fans need to grow the game with its people.
Where fans build together
Backcourt created two sub-collectives because fans contribute to women’s basketball culture in different, but equally essential, ways. Some shape the game through creative labor, telling the stories that define the W. Others strengthen the sport through community organizing, gathering fans, hosting spaces, and building belonging in their cities.
The Coop and The Loop exist to support both forms of fan power, giving each community the tools, visibility, and collective momentum to grow.
The Coop — Creative Sub-Collective
Who it’s for
- Artists, designers, photographers, illustrators, writers, podcasters, filmmakers, and makers who center women’s basketball and WNBA culture in their work.
What it provides
- A national creative home with visibility, collaboration, opportunity, micro-grants, and shared resources — built to uplift fan creatives and strengthen the cultural identity of the W.
What you’ll find inside
- Co-working sessions, peer-led workshops, guest speakers, collaborative creative projects
The Loop — Organizing Sub-Collective
Who it’s for
- Fan group founders, community leaders, organizers, watch-party hosts, local event organizers, and anyone bringing fans together and/or building a local women’s basketball fan community.
What it provides
- Tools, templates, organizer-only experiences, micro-grants, and national connection to help organizers sustain and grow community spaces with care and intention.
What you’ll find inside
- Resource libraries, event templates, safety/inclusion guides, peer-led workshops, cross-city collaboration, and opportunities for advocacy and visibility.
Meet the Sub-Collectives
Two community homes for the people shaping women’s basketball culture.
01.
COOP CREATORS
The Coop is home to the artists and storytellers shaping women’s basketball culture through their creative work. These creators document the game, elevate its communities, and expand the identity of the W through design, photography, writing, film, illustration, and more.
YOUR NAME HERE
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YOUR NAME HERE
Just click “Join the Coop” below and your name and photo could be right here!
YOUR NAME HERE
Just click “Join the Coop” below and your name and photo could be right here!
02.
LOOP ORGANIZERS
The Loop is home to the fans building community on the ground: the organizers, hosts, and caretakers who bring people together in their cities. These are the leaders behind watch parties, meetups, events, and fan networks across the country.
YOUR NAME HERE
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YOUR NAME HERE
Just click “Join the Loop” below and your name and photo could be right here!
YOUR NAME HERE
Just click “Join the Loop” below and your name and photo could be right here!
Frequently asked questions about our Sub-Collectives
Do I have to choose between The Coop and The Loop?
No. Most members naturally gravitate toward one space, but you’re welcome to join both if your work spans creative and community organizing roles.
Do I need experience to join?
Absolutely not. These collectives are designed for emerging and established creators and organizers. What matters is how you show up for the culture, not your résumé.
How much does membership cost?
Membership is FREE through December 31, 2026.
This pricing is designed to keep the collective accessible and to reflect the reality of building something new.
The first year of Backcourt Collective is a foundation-building year. Programs, systems, and partnerships will grow and evolve over time, and not everything will operate at full capacity from day one. Starting membership free acknowledges that early-stage reality while inviting members to help shape what the collective becomes.
Do I need to live in a specific city to participate?
No — Backcourt is a national collective. Both The Coop and The Loop are built for members across cities, with virtual sessions and shared resources.
What’s the difference between joining a sub-collective and joining the newsletter?
Joining the newsletter keeps you connected to the network. Joining The Coop or The Loop gives you access to programming, directories, community spaces, workshops, resources, and collaborative opportunities.
Join a Sub-Collective
Fans contribute to women’s basketball culture in different ways — through art, storytelling, community building, and organizing. The Coop and The Loop exist to support that work with structure, resources, and collective momentum.
Not a fit for The Coop or The Loop, but want to support Backcourt Collective’s work? Then consider donating via the button below!
APPLICATIONS OPEN THROUGH MARCH 8TH, 2026
PROGRAMMING FOR THE COOP AND THE LOOP WILL LAUNCH THE WEEK OF MARCH 8TH
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