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The WNBA is setting the stage for another historic preseason game in Canada, as the Los Angeles Sparks are slated to face off against the Seattle Storm in Edmonton, Alberta, on May 5. The matchup follows the success of last year’s inaugural WNBA Canada Game, where the Chicago Sky triumphed over the Minnesota Lynx in […]

Former UCONN women’s basketball star and current WNBA player Katie Lou Samuelson has expressed a sense of belonging with her new team, the Indiana Fever. After signing with the Fever this offseason, Samuelson, who embarks on her first WNBA season as a new mother, spoke about the warmth and vision she encountered within the organization […]

In the heat of competition, the intensity of Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark shines as brightly as her skill on the court. With the 2022-23 season marking a tremendous run for Iowa, Clark’s perspective on competitiveness, trash-talking and women’s sports takes center stage, especially in light of Iowa’s ultimate showdown against Angel Reese and […]

In a move brewing in women’s college basketball, Iowa women’s basketball standout Caitlin Clark said she is “ready” for the next chapter in her already impressive career: the WNBA. The prodigious talent, known for her dynamic play and infectious attitude on the court, has left a mark on the college basketball landscape, and now, she’s […]

In the world of college basketball, Caitlin Clark is captivating fans nationwide, and none other than NBA superstar Stephen Curry has weighed in on the mania surrounding the Iowa women’s basketball star. Curry, known for his own meteoric rise during his college years at Davidson, finds the scale of attention surrounding Clark impressive. Now 35, […]

In a season that began with more questions than answers, the Oklahoma women’s basketball team, under coach Jennie Baranczyk, have finished the season with their first Big 12 regular-season title since 2009. The achievement comes ahead of their anticipated move to the SEC next season, making the victory even sweeter for the Sooners and their […]

The Las Vegas Aces are set to hit the court in the 2024 season donning fresh, new uniforms that pay homage to their roots. The team is revamping its aesthetic with a sleek silver, white and black color scheme, the team announced via a post on X, formerly Twitter. The Aces’ new jerseys mirror the […]

As the SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament looms on the horizon, all eyes are fixed on the usual powerhouses like South Carolina and LSU to dominate the proceedings. Yet, there lurks a formidable contender within the ranks, who could disrupt the status quo and emerge as the dark horse of the competition — Ole Miss women’s […]

In a concerning update for the Indiana women’s basketball team, All-American center Mackenzie Holmes faces uncertainty about whether or not she will be able to play in the upcoming Big 10 tournament. The fifth-year senior’s availability hangs in the balance following a knee injury sustained during the regular-season finale on Sunday against Maryland. Coach Teri […]

Iowa women’s basketball standout guard Caitlin Clark inked an exclusive multi-year partnership with Panini America, the company announced Wednesday. This deal marks the company’s first exclusive contract with a female athlete, covering trading cards and autographed memorabilia. Clark’s groundbreaking achievements on the court, including becoming the NCAA’s all-time leading scorer—a title she claimed this past […]

Virginia Tech’s women’s basketball team and coach Kenny Brooks, which recently clinched their first league regular-season title, is entering the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament with a mix of excitement and worry. The Hokies’ winning momentum from a 10-game streak has been dampened by consecutive losses and growing concern for their standout player Elizabeth Kitley’s ability […]

As the WNBA’s 2024 season looms on the horizon, the buzz around Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever is reaching fever pitch. With the Fever securing the first overall pick for a second consecutive year, the stars are aligning for what could be a transformational season for the team and the league. While nothing is for […]

Women’s college basketball is drawing in more views than men’s, and Iowa star Caitlin Clark is a central figure in this phenomenon. Over the past weekend, Clark’s impressive performance in her final regular-season game with Iowa vs. Ohio State became a historic television event, surpassing many other sports, including men’s basketball, in TV ratings. According […]

In a surprising turn of events, Simona Halep, the Romanian tennis powerhouse, is set to return to the court after a substantial reduction in her doping suspension, from an initial double four-year ban to a retroactive nine-month period. Halep, previously banned due to two anti-doping rule violations, has received a verdict from the Court of […]

Following her achievement of breaking Pete Maravich’s NCAA scoring record, Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark inked a multiyear NIL partnership with financial services firm Gainbridge. The deal will make her a brand ambassador for the company alongside sports icons like Billie Jean King and Annika Sörenstam. Gainbridge, a Group 1001 company, has enlisted Clark […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark not only broke a long-standing NCAA Division I scoring record but has also captured a massive audience, setting new viewership benchmarks in the process. The Sunday showdown against Ohio State, which saw Clark surpass Pete Maravich’s legendary total of 3,617 points, drew an impressive 3.4 million viewers on Fox—setting […]

As the USWNT prepares for for a crucial match against Canada in the 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup semifinals on Wednesday, star forward Alex Morgan is not shying away from the anticipated intensity of the upcoming game. Following a 3-0 victory over Colombia in the quarterfinals—a match Morgan described as “chippy”—the USWNT is bracing for […]

In a turn of events that brings relief to the Iowa women’s basketball team and its fans, coach Lisa Bluder announced Monday the knee injury sustained by redshirt senior Molly Davis is not expected to be season-ending. The 5-foot-7 guard, who suffered the injury during a pivotal game against Ohio State on Sunday, is anticipated […]

In a historic moment for Fairfield women’s basketball, the team has been ranked in the AP Top-25 poll for the first time in the program’s history. The Fairfield Stags, holding an impressive 26-1 overall record and riding a 24-game winning streak, have been slotted in at No. 25 nationally. This not only marks a significant […]

The Oklahoma Sooners softball team, typically a dominant force in NCAA Division I, faced an upset this past weekend as their historic 71-game win streak was snapped by UL-Lafayette. The loss, which ended in a 7-5 defeat after eight innings, marked the end of what had been the longest win streak in the division’s history, […]

In an emotionally charged senior day on Sunday, South Carolina women’s basketball player Kamilla Cardoso experienced a heartwarming reunion with her family, thanks to the efforts of coach Dawn Staley and her team. The 6-foot-7 forward, originally from Brazil, delivered an impressive performance with 18 points and 14 rebounds during the Gamecocks’ 76-68 victory over […]

As the South Carolina women’s basketball team celebrates another undefeated season, coach Dawn Staley shared a unique perspective on the transformation that has propelled the team to success. Following a 76-68 victory on Sunday over Tennessee, Staley reflected on the competitive nature that has been vital to the No. 1 Gamecocks’ success, distinguishing this season […]

In a recent reflection on her monumental achievements, Iowa women’s basketball phenom Caitlin Clark shared candid thoughts on her legacy and the weight of breaking several major college basketball scoring records. Clark, whose performances on the court has been nothing short of historic, recently surpassed Pete Maravich to become the NCAA Division I overall scoring […]

Indiana women’s basketball head coach Teri Moren expressed optimism regarding the injury status of All-American center Mackenzie Holmes. During Sunday’s game against the Maryland Terps, which the Hoosiers won 71-54, Holmes suffered a left knee injury that forced her out of the game. The injury occurred in the third quarter when Holmes, attempting a layup, […]

In a historic moment for Iowa women’s basketball, Caitlin Clark not only broke Pete Maravich’s longstanding record but once again caught the attention of sports commentators Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe with their eye-opening takes. Stephen A. Smith, who has been vocal in the past about his admiration of Clark, did not hold back […]

In an amusing mix-up that briefly united rival fans, ESPN’s broadcast blunder placed Iowa women’s basketball standout Caitlin Clark under the Iowa State Cyclones’ banner during a hype video for the much-anticipated game on Sunday against Ohio State. The error occurred on ESPN’s “College GameDay” ahead of the showdown at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, where Clark, a […]

In a historic moment that will be etched in the annals of college basketball, Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark shattered Pete Maravich’s long-standing NCAA Division I scoring record. Facing off against Ohio State on Sunday, Clark needed just 18 points to eclipse Maravich’s legendary total of 3,617 points.  She accomplished this feat with two […]

In a touching prelude to a historic milestone, Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark shared a heartwarming moment with basketball icon Maya Moore just before Clark could potentially surpass Pete Maravich’s all-time NCAA Division I scoring record. As the Hawkeyes prepare to face off on Sunday against Ohio State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, all eyes are […]

ESPN analyst and 2017 Naismith Hall of Fame inductee Rebecca Lobo shared her insights and expectations following Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark’s announcement that she would be declaring for the 2024 WNBA Draft. The decision, which will mark an end to Clark’s illustrious career at the University of Iowa, was highlighted by Lobo as […]

In what can only be described as a whirlwind of excitement and anticipation, the Indiana Fever’s guard Erica Wheeler took to social media to express her feelings on Caitlin Clark’s decision on Thursday regarding the WNBA Draft. Clark, a standout college basketball star, has been the center of attention after breaking the NCAA Division 1 […]

In an impressive display of recognition from one of basketball’s biggest stars, Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant recently shared his admiration upon seeing Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark’s dominance on the court for the first time. Durant, a seasoned NBA veteran and renowned player, recounted his experience watching Clark play during a national girls […]

In a recent segment, ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt offered a different perspective on the ongoing conversations about Iowa women’s basketball standout Caitlin Clark’s place in college basketball history. As Clark continues her ascent in the record books, comparisons with legendary figures like Pete Maravich have become a focal point. However, Van Pelt suggests a different, […]

As we approach the final stretches of the college basketball season, this week’s AP Top 25 women’s poll provides another snapshot of the shifting dynamics and powerhouses that have marked this season. With only a few weeks remaining before conference tournaments and the subsequent march to the NCAAW tournament, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Here […]

As Caitlin Clark continues to capture the spotlight in NCAA women’s basketball, Grace Beyer, a fifth-year senior at the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis, has quietly surpassed her in the scoring race. On a night when Clark was adding to her NCAA record, Beyer scored 40 points in a game on […]

WNBA MVP and all-star Breanna Stewart agreed to a one-year non-guaranteed below-maximum deal on Monday to return to the New York Liberty. Taking the below-maximum deal allows the Liberty to keep their starting lineup intact – the same starting lineup that reach the 2023 WNBA Finals before losing to the Las Vegas Aces. The contract […]

In a bounce-back game that reminded everyone why they’re one of the top teams in the country, the Iowa women’s basketball team, led by guard Caitlin Clark, secured a 101-85 victory over Illinois on Sunday. Coming off a disheartening 86-69 loss to Indiana, the No. 4 ranked Hawkeyes displayed a level cohesion that was missing […]

In a heartwarming tribute to Caitlin Clark’s recent achievements, the Iowa women’s basketball team celebrated its star guard’s contribution to the team and college basketball in a unique way. The Hawkeyes unveiled a “22 Clark” decal on the Carver-Hawkeye Arena floor, marking the spot of her record-breaking deep 3-pointer against Michigan, when she broke the […]

In a standout game against Pittsburgh, Syracuse guard Dyaisha Fair broke Brittney Griner’s NCAA Division I women’s basketball scoring record, leading her team to a 63-53 win. Fair scored 23 points, bringing her career total to 3,302, surpassing Griner’s 3,283 points at Baylor from 2009 to 2013. Fair’s achievement places her fifth on the all-time […]

In a historic moment for the MLB, Jen Pawol made her debut as an umpire in a major league spring training game, breaking a glass ceiling that has lasted since 2007 when a woman last umpired a game. Pawol’s debut took place during the Grapefruit League opener between the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals on […]