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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 […]

Grace Beyer, the star guard for the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis, shattered the women’s NAIA career scoring record this Saturday. Beyer’s impressive 32-point performance in UHSP’s 80-56 victory over Hannibal-LaGrange (Missouri) pushed her to a historic milestone, collecting a career total of 3,874 points. The achievement surpasses the previous NAIA […]

Kahleah Copper, the 2021 WNBA Finals MVP, shared her candid thoughts on the unexpected trade that sent her from the Chicago Sky to the Phoenix Mercury. The trade, involving four draft picks and two players in exchange for Copper, comes just five months after she inked a two-year extension with the Sky. Copper, speaking publicly […]

Gabby Douglas, the 2012 Olympic gymnastics all-around champion, has announced a delay in her highly-anticipated return to competitive gymnastics due to a positive COVID-19 test. Douglas, who was set to showcase her skills at this weekend’s Winter Cup in Louisville, Kentucky, shared the disappointing news on social media on Thursday, expressing her devastation but confirmed […]

The South Carolina women’s basketball team, under the leadership of coach Dawn Staley, clinched another SEC title, also marking the milestone with Staley’s 600th career victory. The top-ranked Gamecocks’ won over Alabama with a 72-44 scoreline on Thursday, not only underscoring their dominance in the SEC but also highlighting their unbeaten run this season, standing […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark got real on the team’s rough loss to Indiana on Thursday, underscoring the adjustments needed when playing from a deficit. The No. 4 Hawkeyes, facing the No. 14 Hoosiers, fell 86-69 in a match where Clark only managed 24 points, eight below her season’s average. Thee game marked Iowa’s […]

The Dallas Wings have announced on Tuesday that forward Satou Sabally, the second overall pick in the 2020 WNBA draft, has undergone surgery on her left shoulder. The operation follows an injury she sustained while representing Germany in an Olympic qualifying tournament in Brazil this February, per Michael Voepel of ESPN. The tournament saw her […]

The Seattle Storm are setting their sights high for the upcoming season, with newly signed All-Stars Skylar Diggins-Smith and Nneka Ogwumike bringing a championship mindset to a team looking to bounce back from a rebuilding phase. Meeting the Seattle media for the first time on Feb. 19 since signing earlier this month, Diggins-Smith didn’t shy […]

The LSU women’s basketball team beat Texas A&M with an 81-58 win on Monday, in a defensive showing that limited the Aggies to just 32% shooting from the field. The game was marked by impressive gameplay from Aneesah Morrow and Angel Reese, who were instrumental in LSU’s rebounding. Reese’s early foul trouble in the third […]

Iowa’s basketball sensation Caitlin Clark has turned heads nationwide, drawing fans to flock to the upcoming Big 10 women’s basketball tournament March 6-10. in Minneapolis. The tournament is expected to be a historic sell-out, a testament to Clark’s influence and extraordinary talent. The “Caitlin Clark Effect” is expected to bring 109,000 fans to the tournament. […]

The Chicago Sky have secured the No. 8 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft from the Los Angeles Sparks. This deal, announced on Monday, sends guard Julie Allemand, the rights to center Li Yueru, and a 2025 third-round selection to Los Angeles. With the trade, the Sky now hold an impressive early draft lineup with […]

Sophie Jacques’ recent trade to PWHL Minnesota marked a historical moment in the league. Jacques, who was enjoying a routine Super Bowl Sunday, preparing to watch the game with teammates, found herself in the middle of a life-changing event. The call she received, informing her of her trade from Boston to Minnesota, was the first […]

The latest AP Top 25 Women’s Basketball Poll has once again ignited a conversation around the rankings and takeaways in Week 18. This time, the focus is on the notable omissions and underestimations. Among the teams that find themselves on the fringes or undervalued, Fairfield, UNLV and Utah stand out as noteworthy teams that have […]