True to form, Bush couldn’t resist a heavy political pun during the official unveiling of his new national role, promising the roaring crowd that there would be “no hanging chads on the scoreboard” during his upcoming tenure.
The debut of the new “Honorary Commissioner” wasn’t just about official speeches and corporate logos; it was about the game itself. Following the conclusion of the press conference, Bush immediately joined several Dallas Wings players on the hardwood for an impromptu three-point contest. While inside sources directly on the court confirm that his shooting percentage was a modest 1-for-10, his energetic presence served as a powerful endorsement of the league’s elite athletes.
Beyond the humor and the custom jerseys, the core of this political appointment is a serious push for absolute equity. By aligning with a figure who represents a traditional pillar of American political leadership, the league is asserting that women’s professional basketball is a central component of the American sporting identity.
As the press conference concluded and the former president prepared to leave the court, he offered one final, classic “Bushism” that perfectly encapsulated the unique spirit of the day. Invoking one of his most famous verbal slips with a sharp wink, he told the cheering fans, “Fool me once… shame on you. Fool me twice… well, let’s just say these ladies don’t get fooled at all.” With the WNBA season officially tipping off next week, the “Dubya for Three” era has officially begun, and the former president is ready to play his part in the most unexpected second act in modern sports history.
