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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 […]

Ashley Scoggin, a former player for the Nebraska women’s basketball team, has filed a lawsuit against the university, alleging negligence by the school’s athletic department in handling an inappropriate sexual relationship with an assistant coach. The lawsuit, which implicates head coach Amy Williams, athletic director Trev Alberts, the university’s Board of Regents and former associate […]

In a another game that further cements their dominance, the South Carolina women’s basketball team, led by Dawn Staley, have inked their names into the SEC history books. The Gamecocks surpassed a record previously held by Tennessee and the legendary Pat Summitt, securing their 43rd consecutive SEC regular-season win with a huge rally past Georgia, […]

The Baylor women’s basketball team paid tribute to one of its most iconic athletes, Brittney Griner, by retiring her No. 42 jersey prior to the Bears’ game against Texas Tech on Sunday. The event marked Griner’s first return to a Baylor home game since her senior season over a decade ago. Griner’s legacy at Baylor […]

Former Kansas women’s basketball coach Marian Washington has been named a finalist for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, her second consecutive nomination. Washington is among 14 finalists, including Vince Carter, Michele Timms and Jerry West. The class of 2024 will be revealed on April 6 in Phoenix, coinciding with the NCAA men’s basketball […]

The NBA All-Star Weekend took an electrifying turn as Sabrina Ionescu of the New York Liberty squared off against Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors in a historic three-point contest. The contest marked the first occasion where a WNBA and NBA player competed head-to-head in such a challenge, with Curry narrowly securing a victory […]

The Baltimore Orioles find themselves revisiting trade possibilities following unsettling developments with their pitching staff. With Kyle Bradish sidelined due to a UCL sprain and John Means’ start of the season in jeopardy due to elbow discomfort, the Orioles are reportedly considering reigniting trade discussions for Miami Marlins’ starter Jesus Luzardo. The Orioles renewed interest […]

As the San Diego Padres gear up for the 2024 season, all eyes are on Fernando Tatis Jr., who comes off a challenging year marked by a PED suspension and surgeries on his wrist and shoulder. The dynamic right fielder has shared an optimistic outlook for the upcoming campaign, signaling a strong comeback. “I feel […]

In the aftermath of their unexpected 2023 World Series run, the Arizona Diamondbacks, led by ace Zac Gallen, have issued a bold claim about their future ambitions. The message is clear: the Diamondbacks not just content with last year’s success; they’re hungry for more. “We are a better team,” Gallen said, per Bob Nightengale of […]

As the Philadelphia Phillies gear up for another season, outfielder Nick Castellanos shared his candid thoughts ahead of spring training on the heightened expectations surrounding the team. Castellanos delved into a discussion that quickly centered on postseason ambitions, notably the World Series—a topic that has become a focal point even before the season’s first pitch. […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark took to social media to share a modest message of gratitude following a record-breaking performance that etched her name in NCAA history. In a game against Michigan that saw her surpass Kelsey Plum’s scoring record, Clark’s appreciation for those who supported her was as clear as the three-pointers she […]

LSU women’s basketball star Angel Reese offered up some massive praise to Iowa women’s basketball standout Caitlin Clark for setting a new milestone in NCAA Division I women’s basketball history. Clark etched her name in the record books by scoring 3,528 points, surpassing the previous scoring record held by Kelsey Plum, during Iowa’s game against […]

Jonquel Jones, the WNBA’s 2021 Most Valuable Player, has officially re-signed with the New York Liberty on a new two-year contract, ensuring her presence on the team as they aim for another championship run. Jones entered unrestricted free agency this WNBA offseason, sparking widespread speculation about her future. She had expressed her intent to stay […]