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In a double-overtime victory against No. 6 Kansas State, the unranked Iowa State’s women’s basketball team saw a standout performance from freshman Audi Crooks, praised by head coach Bill Fennelly for her impact on the game. Crooks, who added 20 points to the Cyclones’ 96-93 win, showcased her talent, particularly in a head-to-head matchup with […]

In a nail-biting double-overtime showdown, the No. 7 Kansas State women’s basketball team suffered a close 96-93 loss to Iowa State, despite a commendable effort from Ayoka Lee who marked her return with a 20-point game. The Wildcats, now standing at 21-4 overall and 10-3 in the Big 12, witnessed their third defeat in the […]

As Caitlin Clark draws closer to being the all-time leading scorer in NCAA women’s basketball history, sports analyst Stephen A. Smith offered high praise for Iowa women’s basketball star guard. “I think she’s spectacular. I think she’s gonna be the biggest box office attraction in women’s basketball in shorter order,” Smith said on “First Take” […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark is on the verge of breaking the NCAA Division I women’s scoring record, but she’s more focused on the game against than the potential milestone. The Hawkeyes are gearing up for a crucial game against Michigan on Thursday, looking to recover from a recent loss to Nebraska and stay competitive […]

As Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark edges closer to setting the NCAA women’s basketball scoring record, her grounded perspective and continued focus on the game highlight her path to the milestone. With only eight points needed to etch her name into the history books, anticipation is high for Iowa’s match-up on Thursday against Michigan. […]

The Washington Mystics are set to welcome back a familiar face to their roster, as unrestricted free agent Stefanie Dolson has agreed to a return to the capital. Dolson, who previously donned the Mystics jersey for the initial three seasons of her WNBA career, will be rejoining the team on a two-year contract. This move […]

In a significant roster addition for the USWNT, Portland Thorns FC defender Becky Sauerbrunn has been named to the squad for the upcoming 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup. The call-up comes in the wake of Alana Cook’s knee injury, requiring the call-up for Sauerbrunn. Sauerbrunn, a seasoned defender, will join her Portland Thorns teammates Sam […]

The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) has fined Louisville women’s basketball coach Jeff Walz and reprimanded him for his critical comments on officiating following the Cardinals’ close 73-72 loss to Syracuse. In the aftermath of the game, Walz didn’t mince words about his feelings regarding a late intentional foul call on Cardinals forward Olivia Cochran, which […]

New York Liberty’s star guard Sabrina Ionescu is set to face off against Golden State Warriors’ icon Stephen Curry in a 3-point shooting contest during the NBA All-Star weekend in Indianapolis. The contest is not just a competition between two of basketball’s best but also highlights of the growing connection between the NBA and the […]

In an impressive performance that has become almost routine for her, USC women’s basketball star freshman JuJu Watkins once again stole the spotlight during the Trojans’ victory over Arizona on Monday, scoring 32 points to lead her team to an 81-64 win. The game was not just another win for USC but also a historic […]

The USC women’s basketball team celebrated a 81-64 victory over Arizona with a special appearance from Hollywood star Will Ferrell, marking a memorable moment for the Trojans and standout freshman JuJu Watkins. Watkins, who has quickly become a key player for the Trojans, led her team with an impressive 32-point performance, contributing to USC’s win. […]

The Nebraska softball team has encountered a significant setback at the outset of the 2024 season with the loss of star pitcher Jordy Bahl to a knee injury. Bahl, who made a dramatic switch from Oklahoma to Nebraska, making headlines and raising expectations for the Cornhuskers, suffered a torn ACL during the season’s opener in […]

One of the newest NWSL teams, Bay FC, set a new league benchmark by signing Zambian striker Racheal Kundananji from Madrid CCF for a record transfer fee of $787,600. Kundananji, 23, has an impressive tally of 33 goals in 43 Liga F appearances, and is poised to elevate Bay FC’s attacking prowess alongside Nigerian superstar […]

The Nebraska women’s basketball team’ dramatic 82-79 upset win over Caitlin Clark and the Iowa women’s basketball team captured the attention of a record number of viewers on FOX Sports. The game, which was held on Super Bowl Sunday, drew an average of 1.8 million viewers, making it one of the most-watched regular-season college women’s […]

In a historic move for the MLB, the Oakland Athletics appointed Jenny Cavnar as the first primary female play-by-play broadcaster. NBC Sports California announced the decision on Tuesday. Cavnar will call a majority of the Athletics’ games for the upcoming season. With nearly two decades of baseball broadcasting experience, Cavnar is no stranger to the […]

Phoenix Mercury star and one of the most celebrated athletes of Baylor women’s basketball, Brittney Griner, is set to return to her alma mater for the retirement of her No. 42 jersey. The retirement ceremony will take place before the Bears’ game against Texas Tech on Sunday, marking Griner’s first visit to a Baylor game […]

Iowa women’s basketball standout guard Caitlin Clark reflected on the pressures of nearing a historic milestone amidst the sting of a tough upset loss on Sunday to Nebraska. With the NCAA scoring record within reach, Clark needed just 39 points to surpass Kelsey Plum’s NCAA women’s college basketball scoring record of 3,527. Despite a strong […]

The latest AP Top 25 women’s basketball poll highlights the unpredictability and competitiveness of the season, with movements in the polls and standout performances from players that have caught the attention of fans and analysts alike. This week was no different after Nebraska upset Caitlin Clark and the Iowa women’s basketball team. The new poll provides […]

The Dallas Wings have bolstered their roster with the addition of veteran forward Emma Cannon,the team announced on Monday. Cannon, aged 34, is set to bring a wealth of experience to the Wings, having contributed 5.8 points and 3.1 rebounds over 30 games, including three starts, for the Indiana Fever in the 2023 season. “We […]

Jen Pawol is making strides toward becoming the MLB’s first female umpire, a historic move for the sport. The 47-year-old New Jersey native has been selected for a full-time big league spring training schedule this year, positioning her on the path to umpiring a regular-season MLB game. The news has yet to be officially announced, […]

Louisville women’s basketball team faced a narrow defeat against Syracuse on Sunday, losing 73-72, with the game’s ending sparking controversy. Louisville’s coach, Jeff Walz, was vocal in his criticism of the referees over a key decision in the final seconds. With just 2.3 seconds remaining on the clock, Syracuse’s Dyaisha Fair was fouled by Louisville’s […]

In the aftermath of No. 11 Huskies 83-65 defeat to No. 1 South Carolin on Sunday, UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma made it clear his focus lies squarely on his team’s development rather than the looming NCAA tournament. This refocusing comes amid a challenging season for UConn, plagued by a series of injuries that […]

The Kansas State women’s basketball team edged out Oklahoma State with a narrow one-point victory on Saturday, thanks to a standout performance from Brylee Glenn, who scored a season-high 23 points. This near career-best effort from Glenn, significantly above her average of 5.7 points per game, was crucial for the Wildcats, especially given the absence […]

The US women’s hockey team is preparing for a high-stakes matchup against Canada in the decisive seventh game of the Rivalry Series, following a 3-0 loss on Feb. 9 that marked Canada’s third consecutive victory in the series. The upcoming Game 7 clash, set for Sunday in St. Paul, Minnesota, promises to be a thrilling […]

The UCLA women’s basketball team celebrated the return of Lauren Betts against Arizona, with a 66-58 win on Friday. Betts, sidelined for four games due to an undisclosed medical reason, contributed six points, nine rebounds and four blocked shots in 27 minutes of play. Betts’ presence was a welcome boost for the Bruins, who had […]

South Carolina’s women’s basketball team announced the indefinite suspension of freshman forward Sahnya Jah on Thursday for conduct detrimental to the team. The decision, disclosed shortly before the No. 1 Gamecocks secured a sound 83-45 win over Missouri, has left many speculating about the specifics of Jah’s situation after coach Dawn Staley declined to go […]

Canadian sensation Summer McIntosh put an end to Katie Ledecky’s 13-year winning streak in the 800-meter freestyle, setting the stage for a thrilling lead-up to the Paris Olympics. During a sectional meet on Thursday in Orlando, Florida, McIntosh not only outswam Ledecky but did so with a time of 8 minutes, 11.39 seconds, finishing nearly […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark is on the cusp of a historic achievement, only 39-points away from breaking the NCAA women’s basketball scoring record — a title currently held by Kelsey Plum with 3,527 points. The record, which has shifted only twice in the past 23 years, from Missouri State’s Jackie Stiles to Washington […]

Caitlin Clark and the Iowa women’s basketball celebrated an impressive performance by sophomore forward Hannah Stuelke, whose record-setting 47 points led the Hawkeyes to a 111-93 victory over Penn State on Thursday. Clark, the Hawkeyes’ star player, who herself is on the brink of breaking the NCAA women’s basketball scoring record, praised Stuelke’s performance, which […]

Caitlin Clark edged closer to the NCAA women’s basketball scoring record during the Iowa women’s basketball team’s 111-93 victory over Penn State, although for the first time in nearly a year, she wasn’t the game’s top scorer. Clark contributed 27 points and a season-high of 15 assists in the No. 2 Hawkeyes’ win. Clark’s pursuit […]

The Dallas Wings by re-resigned the No. 4 2023 WNBA draft Stephanie Soares on Tuesday, following her recovery from ACL surgery that kept her off the court last season. Soares, who was drafted by the Washington Mystics 2023, was acquired by the Wings in a trade with the Mystics for a 2024 second-round pick and […]

The US women’s hockey team’s lead in the Rivalry Series was shortened by a determined Canadian team in Game 5, despite holding leads twice in the match. The U.S. leads Canada in the series 3-2, and the stakes are high as the teams head into the final two games. The match on Wednesday saw the […]

The Oklahoma women’s basketball team notched its seventh consecutive win on Tuesday with a 72-55 victory of TCU. Skylar Vann, who tallied 17 points for the Sooners was particularly instrumental in the win, delivering seven consecutive points in the third quarter that secured OU’s lead. TCU coach Mark Campbell dropped praise for Vann’s multifaceted talent. […]

Kysre Gondrezick has returned to the Chicago Sky on a training camp contract, with hopes to secure a spot for the upcoming WNBA season. The 24-year-old guard, who was the No. 4 overall pick in the 2021 WNBA Draft. Her agent, Stephanie Stanley, confirmed with Girls Talk Sports TV that Gondrezick signed with the Sky, […]

The BYU women’s basketball team celebrated National Girls and Women Sports Day on Wednesday with an upset victory over No. 18 Baylor, clinching a 78-66 win. The victory marked a pivotal moment for the Cougars, who have faced challenges since joining the Big 12 but showcased their potential in arguably their best performance so far […]

UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma reached a historic 1,200th career victory, as the Huskies overpowered Seton Hall on Wednesday with a decisive 67-34 win, with Aaliyah Edwards leading the charge with 18 points and 15 rebounds. The win places Auriemma among the elite ranks of Division I basketball coaches, sharing space with legends like […]

As Caitlin Clark of the Iowa women’s basketball continues her march toward breaking the women’s college scoring record, she’s garnered attention not just from fans and analysts but from Jaeson Maravich, the son of basketball legend Pete Maravich. With Clark on the brink of becoming the NCAA’s all-time Division I scoring leader, Jaeson shared his […]

The Las Vegas Aces officially announced the re-signing of two-time WNBA MVP Candace Parker, setting the stage for the Aces to chase another championship in 2024. Parker’s last appearance for the Aces was on July 7 before being sidelined for the rest of the season due to a foot injury. There were some questions in […]

The Court of Arbitration for Sport imposed a four-year ban on Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva over a doping violation, rejecting her defense that the positive test was caused by accidental contamination from her grandfather’s heart medication via a strawberry dessert. The detailed ruling, spanning 129  pages and referencing the word “strawberry” 43 times, highlighted […]