Cotie McMahon’s Downhill Attack Is Becoming a Weapon for Washington

The Stop and Pop · Jul 29, 2026 · 1m

Cotie McMahon provided a spark off the bench with 11 points, consistently putting pressure on the defense by attacking the basket and earning trips to the free-throw line, where she finished 7-for-8.After the game, I asked McMahon about her downhill mentality and what allows her to get to the rim so effectively. I also asked Coach Sydney Johnson how valuable that attacking style has become for the Mystics’ offense.This post includes both postgame interviews, along with game footage of McMahon attacking the basket, offering a closer look at why her aggressive approach is becoming an important…