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Veteran Los Angeles Sparks guard Jasmine Thomas announced her retirement from the WNBA on Thursday, drawing the curtain on a 13-season career. At 34, Thomas leaves behind a legacy marked by dedication, skill and an enduring passion for the game. “Came a long way from the 9 year old girl that picked up basketball for […]

Casey Phair, the youngest player in Women’s World Cup history, has her sights set on significant milestones with Angel City FC, including an NWSL championship. At just 16, Phair’s remarkable journey from World Cup debutant to a promising talent in the NWSL showcases not just her ambition, but also her soccer talent. “I just want […]

The unranked Villanova women’s basketball team triumphed over the No. 22 Marquette Golden Eagles in Wednesday night’s clash. The Wildcats’ 66-63 victory was a testament to the team’s grit, improving the Wildcat’s record to 12-5 overall and 5-1 in Big East play. Meanwhile Marquette dropped to 15-3 for the season and 4-3 in the league. […]

In a dramatic midseason of events, the TCU women’s basketball team has been forced to hold open tryouts after forfeiting two pivotal games this week against Kansas State and Iowa State. The unexpected decision comes due to a shortage of players available to take the court due to injuries, with the Horned Frogs standing at […]

Paige Bueckers delivered an outstanding 32-point game to steer No. 9 UConn women’s basketball to an 83-59 victory over Seton Hall. With this win, the Huskies maintained their unbeaten record in Big East play. Bueckers, shooting an impressive 70.6% from the field, also added six rebounds, two assists and two blocks to her tally. The […]

In a pivotal Big 12 matchup, the Texas Tech women’s basketball, under the guidance of head coach Krista Gerlich, secured a significant 71-63 victory over No. 24 Iowa State Cyclones on Wednesday. The win marks Gerlich’s first career victory over Iowa State, and followed Texas Tech’s recent 73-55 Jan. 13 loss to Oklahoma. Gerlich decided […]

NJ/NY Gotham FC and Racing Louisville FC are heading to Cali, Colombia, next month for the inaugural Women’s Cup South America tournament. The preseason event, scheduled for Feb. 27 and March 1, is a first for any NWSL team in South America. The tournament, hosted by América de Cali, will feature local team Deportivo Cali […]

Stanford’s women’s basketball coach Tara VanDerveer is on the brink of a historic milestone, poised to become the all-time winningest coach in college basketball history. The achievement could come as soon as Friday as her team, the eighth-ranked Cardinal, prepares for their upcoming home games against Oregon on Friday and Oregon State on Sunday. VanDerveer, […]

Iowa women’s basketball star player Caitlin Clark is on track to break Kelsey Plum’s career scoring record, with bookmakers setting the stage for when the record-breaking moment will occur. As the 2023-2024 regular season continues, the focus shifts to the exact game where Clark will surpass the milestone. The guard has been a force for […]

Coming off a loss to No. 7 Kansas State, Texas women’s basketball, led by junior forward Aaliyah Moore, dominated the Kansas Jayhawks with a 91-56 victory on Tuesday. Texas displayed exceptional skills, with Moore’s perfect 7-7 from the field. Early in the match, Texas struggled to find their rhythm, but Moore’s layup 90 seconds into […]

In an unexpected twist in the current college basketball season, the TCU women’s basketball team has had to forfeit their upcoming games against Kansas State, slated for Wednesday, and Iowa State, scheduled for Saturday, due to a shortage of available players. The announcement was confirmed by the Big 12 Conference on Wednesday, sending ripples through […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark  climbed to fourth place on the NCAA Division I women’s basketball all-time scoring list, achieving the milestone during a commanding 96-50 victory over the Wisconsin Badgers. Her impressive 32-point contribution brought her career total to 3,306 points, surpassing WNBA icon Brittney Griner’s record of 3,283 points, earned during Griner’s […]

Former world No. 1 tennis player and two-time Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka is already setting her sights on future tournaments after an early depature from Melbourne on Monday. Despite the setback, Osaka’s forward-looking attitude highlight her dedication to the sport. After a 15-month hiatus, which included the birth of her first child in July, […]

In a landmark move for women’s soccer, USWNT striker Mallory Swanson has made headlines by signing a record contract with the NWSL’s Chicago Red Stars on Tuesday. The deal is reported to be worth $2 million, including an option for a fifth year, making Swanson the league’s highest-paid player to date. Swanson, previously with Sky […]

Just a few hours after receiving praise from Vice President Kamala Harris for an impressive season, coach Dawn Staley and the South Carolina women’s basketball team, ranked No. 1 nationally, continued their unbeaten streak. On Monday, the Gamecocks triumphed with an impressive 98-36 victory over Kentucky. The 62-point margin win  marked their 50th consecutive victory […]

In the wake of UConn women’s basketball’s 92-49 victory over St. John’s, Huskies coach Geno Auriemma’s commentary on the modern collegiate athletic environment has sparked social media controversy, with some thinking he was taking a dig at Mississippi State women’s basketball point guard Lauren Park-Lane. In a press briefing following UConn’s game against St. John […]

Britain’s Emma Raducanu sailed into the second round of the Australian Open, overcoming Shelby Rogers with a decisive 6-3, 6-2 victory. The win is a significant turnaround for Raducanu, who has battled injury problems for months. Raducanu, 21, had been absent from major tournaments since last year’s competition in Melbourne, due to a break of […]

The South Carolina women’s basketball team and coach Dawn Staley got to experience a unique honor this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, as Vice President Kamala Harris made a special visit with the team on Monday. The meeting took place after Harris was the keynote speaker at the South Carolina NAACP’s King Day at the […]

As the calendar marks Jan. 21st, the WNBA free agency period officially kicks off, kicking off days of strategic discussions between teams and players. This period, filled with negotiations and anticipation, leads up to Feb. 1st when signings become official and the fate of teams and players is sealed for the upcoming season. This year’s […]

Standout USC women’s basketball player JuJu Watkins has once again made headlines by securing her ninth Pac-12 Freshman of the Week honor on Jan. 15th. The achievement sets a new record in the conference, highlighting Watkins’ exceptional talent and contribution to her the Trojans. In a historic game against the second-ranked UCLA on Jan. 15, […]

Coco Gauff expressed her thoughts on Sunday about a now-deleted USTA social media post, which aimed to hype American players at the Australian Open but ended up drawing criticism for its portrayal. Gauff, who breezed into the second round with a solid 6-3, 6-0 victory on Monday over Anna Karolina Schmiedlov, shared that her initial […]

As Week 11 of the college basketball season unfolds, the latest AP Top 25 women’s basketball poll presents a familiar narrative – the undervaluing of deserving teams. While  No. 1 South Carolina, No. 2 Iowa and No. 3 Colorado maintain their stronghold at the top, some of the omission’s from this week’s list are head […]

In a major upset, the Auburn women’s basketball team toppled then-No. 7 ranked LSU, snapping LSU’s impressive 16-game winning streak with a 67-62 victory on Sunday. Auburn’s defense played a pivotal role in securing the win, holding LSU Coach Kim Mulkey and her high-scoring Tigers, known for their nation-leading 93.8 points per game average, to a […]

In a Pac-12 showdown, freshman sensation JuJu Watkins showcased her basketball prowess, leading the No. 6 USC women’s basketball team to a 73-65 win over the No. 5. UCLA Bruins, who were ranked No. 2 on game day Sunday. Watkins scored a remarkable 32 points, contributing significantly to ending UCLA’s undefeated streak this season. This […]

In a challenging comeback, Naomi Osaka faced a first-round defeat at the Australian Open on Monday, losing to Caroline Garcia 6-4, 7-6 (2). Osaka, who made her return to Grand Slam tennis after a 15-month maternity leave, couldn’t overpower the French 16th seed Garcia, an aggressive baseliner. The match marked Osaka’s return to the tennis […]

With the WNBA’s free agency period set to begin on Jan. 21, the 2024 class is a mix of proven superstars, rising talents and veteran players seeking new opportunities. With the new collective bargaining agreement enhancing player movement, this year’s free agency is particularly significant. WNBA free agency functions similarly to the NBA’s system. While […]

Following the Hawkeyes’ recent victory over Indiana on Saturday, Caitlin Clark, Iowa women’s basketball phenom, has drawn an extraordinary comparison from sports broadcaster Gus Johnson. Johnson, who was on the call for the game for Fox, likened Clark’s on-court prowess to that of basketball legend Michael Jordan, highlighting her remarkable impact on the game – […]

In a game that added to the history books, the unranked Iowa State women’s basketball team upset No. 4 Baylor with a 66-63 win on Saturday. The victory, secured in front of a dedicated crowd of 9,240 fans, marked a significant milestone for the Cyclones, coming just days after their impressive comeback against No. 24 […]

The Washington Mystics have made a significant move with star player Elena Delle Donne by extending a core qualifying offer ahead of the free agency period, set to begin Jan. 21. The strategic decision grants the Mystics exclusive negotiating rights with the two-time WNBA MVP as she approaches the next stage in her career. Now […]

2023 U.S. Open champion Coco Gauff had a lot to say about a now-deleted social media post made by the USTA. The post was made to promote the American players at the Australian Open, which starts Sunday, with cartoon-style artwork. Gauff, 19, who currently ranks as the world’s No. 4 player, took to Instagram to […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark led the No. 3 Hawkeyes to a dominant 84-57 victory over No. 14 Indiana, securing the top spot in the Big Ten Conference. The game, which took place during a winter storm in Iowa, saw more than 13,000 fans gather to witness the matchup, showcasing the support of the […]

In a growing rivalry that’s quickly capturing the attention of college basketball fans, Indiana women’s basketball coach Teri Moren and Iowa women’s basketball coach Lisa Bluder are set for a high-stakes showdown. Speaking after Indiana’s recent victory over Penn State, Moren acknowledged the growing competitive spirit between the two teams, labeling their upcoming game as […]

In the world of Iowa women’s basketball, the synergy between Caitlin Clark and Hannah Stuelke reflects that of the famous NFL duo, Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. Stuelke, standing tall at 6-foot-2, has become a central figure in Clark’s highlight reels, often receiving Clark’s passes. The partnership was evident in the Dec. 30 game against […]

Naomi Girma, at 23 years old, has made history by becoming the first pure defender to win U.S. Soccer’s Female Player of the Year. The landmark achievement in the award’s 39-year history highlights Girma’s exceptional performance, both in the NWSL and on the international stage. Girma’s role in the USWNT’s success at the 2023 World […]

Six platers were chosen for the 2024 WNBA Player Marketing Agreement (PMA), the league announced Wednesday. The PMA is an initiative providing the selected athletes with a platform as brand ambassadors. The players include Aliyah Boston of the Fever, Jewell Loyd from the Storm, Shakira Austin of the Mystics, Bri Jones from the Sun, Arike […]

As the Iowa women’s basketball team gears up for a key showdown against the Indiana Hoosiers, guard Caitlin Clark is riding high on a wave of personal and team success. The upcoming game, set to take place on Saturday, pits two formidable teams against each other, both boasting impressive 13-game winning streaks and flawless 5-0 […]

In a game that highlights her as growing legend in women’s basketball, Iowa Hawkeyes’ guard Caitlin Clark achieved her second consecutive triple-double, contributing to the team’s decisive 96-71 victory over Purdue this Wednesday. Clark’s display of skill not only led Iowa to win but also marked a significant personal milestone, being the 15th triple-double of […]

The midseason top 25 list for the John R. Wooden Award was announced Wednesday, featuring some of the most notable players in women’s college basketball. The Wooden Award, known for recognizing the most outstanding player in college basketball annually, has highlighted several notable names in its latest list, and leading the pack are Iowa’s Caitlin […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark has recently joined forces with Hy-Vee, a prominent grocery store chain in the Midwest and South. The partnership makes her the first collegiate athlete to collaborate with the West Des Moines, Iowa-based company, putting her in the company of athletes like Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce of the Kansas […]