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Elizabeth Ball, the defender for NWSL’s Kansas City Current, recently expressed her amazement at playing as herself in the latest EA Sports game, EA FC 24, describing the experience as “surreal.” The addition of women’s club teams in EA FC, starting with the 2023 version, has allowed players like Ball to experience themselves digitally in […]

In a significant development within the NWSL, the Bhathal family, prominent investors in the NBA’s Sacramento Kings, are reportedly in exclusive negotiations to acquire the Portland Thorns. The Bhathals, according to Sportico and further detailed by The Oregonian/OregonLive, stand as the frontrunners amidst various interested parties vying for ownership of the Thorns. Although a formal […]

For Orlando Pride’s midfielder Erika Tymrak, gaming as herself on EA FC 24 is more than just a pastime; it’s an avenue for breaking stereotypes. When she scores in the game and reveals her gender, the reactions are often of disbelief. “It is usually a dude… and then I’ll start talking a little smack,” Tymrak […]

Gotham FC’s victory over OL Reign in the 2023 NWSL final was more than just a soccer spectacle; it marked a significant milestone in the league’s digital engagement. The match, which concluded the illustrious careers of Megan Rapinoe and Ali Krieger, set a new record as the most-streamed NWSL match on Paramount+, as reported by […]

In the LSU women’s basketball game against Kent State on Nov. 14, 2023, head coach Kim Mulkey made a surprising decision by not playing star forward Angel Reese in the second half, despite her being in the starting lineup. The No. 7 Tigers, with a record of 3-1, faced off against the Golden Flashes and […]

The PWHL has announced the temporary jersey designs for its inaugural season, starting in January 2024. The league, which represents a new chapter in women’s professional hockey following the buyout of the Premier Hockey Federation, will feature teams in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, New York, Boston and Minnesota. These teams will sport jerseys with their market’s […]

As the 2023-2024 college basketball season heats up, three notable players are emerging as early favorites for the prestigious John R. Wooden Award. Caitlin Clark from Iowa, Paige Bueckers of UConn, and Angel Reese from LSU have topped the preseason list of candidates for the honor, as reported by Alexa Philippou of ESPN. The award […]

In a landmark move, the USWNT has officially appointed former Chelsea manager Emma Hayes as its new head coach, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced on Tuesday. This appointment makes Hayes the highest-paid women’s coach in the world, setting a new benchmark in women’s football. Emma Hayes, recognized for her impressive coaching career and significant contributions […]

For the UConn women’s basketball team, the extraordinary has become the ordinary. The Huskies, under the guidance of coach Geno Auriemma, have cemented their legacy with a record-breaking 566th consecutive week in the AP’s Top 25 women’s basketball poll. This remarkable feat surpasses the previous record held by Tennessee. Since the streak’s inception in the […]

LSU’s true freshman guard Mikaylah Williams reached a new career milestone, scoring an impressive 42 points in the Tigers’ 109-79 win over Kent State on Tuesday. The standout performance by Williams, who completed her All-American prep career at Bossier City Parkway just a year ago, was a highlight of Tuesday’s game at the Pete Maravich […]

The much-anticipated move of ASU to the Big 12 Conference has primarily focused on Sun Devil football and basketball, but recent developments have shed light on the future of the ASU women’s lacrosse and beach volleyball teams. After a period of uncertainty, it’s now confirmed that these teams will join the Big 12 in the […]

Following a challenging 92-81 loss to NC State on Nov. 12, UConn women’s basketball star Paige Bueckers opened up about the Huskies’ performance and her leadership role in a post-game media session. The No. 2-ranked UConn Huskies, still reeling from a stunning defeat, saw Bueckers, in her second game back from a year-long hiatus due […]

In the world of women’s college basketball, few freshmen have made an immediate impact like USC’s JuJu Watkins. Her latest performance, a stunning 35-point game against Le Moyne on Nov. 13, not only solidified her as a rising star but also left her reflecting on an already impressive start to her collegiate career. Watkins, who […]

Kahleah Copper, the renowned WNBA star with the Chicago Sky, is returning to her roots. Rutgers University, where Copper’s basketball journey began, is welcoming her back, not as a student-athlete but as an assistant coach of the women’s basketball team. Copper, who made her mark at Rutgers from 2012 to 2016 under coach C. Vivian […]

In a stunning shake-up of college basketball’s elite, the University of Colorado women’s basketball team has surged to No. 5 in the recent AP rankings released on Monday, reaching their highest position since 1995. This milestone achievement comes after a momentous victory over the previously No. 1-ranked LSU on Nov. 6. The Buffaloes’ ascent is […]

The University of Utah has placed head women’s gymnastics coach Tom Farden on paid administrative leave following allegations of abuse from former team members. This decision, announced on Nov. 12, comes in the wake of statements by former gymnasts Kara Eaker and Kim Tessen, who alleged emotional and verbal abuse during their time on the […]

In a heartwarming ceremony that felt more like a family reunion than a formal event, the South Carolina women’s basketball program celebrated a historic moment: the retirement of Tiffany Mitchell’s No. 25 jersey. The event, held before South Carolina’s game against Maryland on Nov. 12, was particuarly special as Mitchell holds a unique place in […]

In a display of nonchalant brilliance, Caitlin Clark shattered Iowa women’s basketball’s all-time career scoring record, amassing 2,813 career points and eclipsing Megan Gustafson’s record of 2,804 points. Clark’s historic achievement came during the Hawkeyes’ commanding 94-53 triumph over Northern Iowa on Nov. 12, where she also notched her 12th career triple-double. Clark, the reigning […]

The N0. 4 South Carolina women’s basketball team, under the guidance of head coach Dawn Staley, has embarked on a surprising journey of early-season triumphs that once seemed “unimaginable,” echoing the sentiments of Maryland coach Brenda Frese after her team’s staggering 114-76 defeat at the hands of the Gamecocks. “I actually think they’re better than […]

In a significant move for college women’s basketball, Haley Cavinder, previously of Miami Hurricanes, has announced her transfer to Texas Christian University. This announcement comes as a surprise following her earlier declaration of retiring from basketball. Cavinder, who alongside her twin sister Hanna, propelled Miami to the Elite Eight in last year’s NCAA Tournament, has […]

In a monumental game, the NC State women’s basketball team etched their name in history with a stunning 92-81 victory over UConn, breaking a 25-year winless streak against the storied program. Saniya Rivers, a sophomore transfer from South Carolina, led the charge with an emotional and dominant performance, amassing a career-high 33 points and 10 […]

In an unexpected turn of events, North Carolina State’s Saniya Rivers led her team to a stunning victory over the No. 2 Huskies, leaving UConn Hall of Famer Geno Auriemma commending her as “the most dominant player on the floor today.” Rivers, in an impressive display of skill, notched a career-high 33 points along with […]

In a dramatic finale to the 2023 NWSL season, Gotham FC clinched their first-ever championship title in a thrilling 2-1 victory over OL Reign. The star of the night, Midge Purce, emerged as the centerpiece of this historic achievement, being crowned the championship series MVP. The final was marked by intense drama, including an early […]

In a dramatic game Saturday, the U.S. national women’s hockey team, fueled by Gabbie Hughes’ standout performance, clinched a 5-2 victory against Canada in the second game of the Rivalry Series. The game’s defining moment came in the third period when Abbey Murphy’s shot deflected off Hughes, sealing the U.S. team’s victory. Hughes, reflecting on […]

Bradley University’s women’s basketball program faces a challenging season as head coach Kate Popovec-Goss has been suspended for the remainder of the non-conference season, the school announced on Friday. The suspension, which is 10 games, begins with the scheduled game against Central Michigan on Sunday. This decision comes in the wake of Bradley’s season opener […]

In a moment that transcended the sport, Aaliyah Gayles, a redshirt freshman for the USC women’s basketball team, made an inspirational return to the court on Friday night, 574 days after surviving a horrific shooting incident where she sustained 18 gunshot wounds in her arms and legs. The No. 21 USC Trojans were leading Florida […]

Former WNBA star and the No.1 pick of the 2007 WNBA draft Lindsey Harding, made history on Friday night as she debuted as the head coach of the Stockton Kings in the G League opener against the Santa Cruz Warriors. The occasion marked her as the only woman currently serving as the head coach of […]

In a stunning finale to the 2023 NWSL Championship, Gotham FC captain Ali Krieger led her team to a historic victory, securing their first ever championship title in franchise history. With less than two minutes of stoppage time remaining, Krieger’s leadership was critical, especially when Gotham’s goalkeeper was sent off with a red card, presenting […]

In an unexpected and dramatic turn of events, Megan Rapinoe’s storied career in professional soccer concluded with an injury during the 2023 NWSL Championship on Saturday. The OL Reign forward and celebrated figure in women’s soccer exited her final game in the sixth minute after suffering a lower right leg injury. The incident – taking […]

The NWSL is setting ambitious goals for its future, eyeing an expansion to a 16-team league by 2026. This strategic move, as outlined by NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman, emphasizes a deliberate and quality-focused approach to growth. “We’ve really been very intentional about ensuring we’re not expanding too quickly,” Berman said in an interview with ESPN. […]

In a highly anticipated farewell to the NWSL, Ali Krieger, the seasoned captain of Gotham FC, is set to share the field with long-time friend and rival, Megan Rapinoe of OL Reign, in what marks the final game of their storied careers. This Saturday’s championship clash not only signifies the end of an era for […]

Caitlin Clark, the standout guard for Iowa’s women’s basketball team, has etched her name alongside NCAA greats Kelsey Plum and Jackie Stiles following a remarkable game against Virginia Tech on Nov. 9. Clark’s 44-point showing on Thursday night was a testament to her exceptional talent, which has become a signature of her play. The performance […]

In a historic move, the NWSL has crowned North Carolina Courage forward Kerolin as its 2023 MVP, making her the first South American-born player and the fourth international player to earn the honor. In a remarkable season, the Brazilian player netted 10 goals – the second-highest in the league. According a news release from the […]

In the world of collegiate women’s basketball, Iowa’s Caitlin Clark has emerged as a force to be reckoned with, drawing comparisons to NBA superstar Stephen Curry. Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith lauded Clark’s skills once again after Iowa’s game against Virginia Tech on Nov. 9, calling her “Steph Curry of women’s basketball.” “This girl is […]

Jenna Nighswonger’s journey from a last-minute declaration for the 2023 NWSL Draft to becoming Rookie of the Year is nothing short of remarkable. This significant achievement came as a result of her remarkable adaptability and resilience, traits that she reflected upon in a recent letter to her past self, a part of a team exercise […]

South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley is taking a firm stance against the repercussions of a critical NCAA review on officiating in last April’s women’s national championship game between LSU and Iowa. Staley’s primary concern is that this scrutiny could unfairly prevent the officials involved, who are Black women, from receiving future prominent assignments. […]

In a heartwarming display of sportsmanship and fan engagement, Caitlin Clark, the star guard for the Iowa women’s basketball team, made a young fan’s day unforgettable. Before Iowa’s showdown against Virginia Tech on Nov. 9, a viral Twitter video captured by WSLAM video shared the special moment: Clark, in the midst of her pre-game routine, […]

Iowa’s Caitlin Clark once again proved why she is regarded as one of the elite talents in women’s college basketball. Despite a personal tally of 44 points in Iowa’s narrow 80-76 victory over Virginia Tech, Clark’s immediate reaction was self-critical and focused on team improvement. “We’ll shoot the ball better,” Clark said, as reported by […]

BetOnline has upped the ante in an ongoing sports spectacle by backing Clay Travis’s $1 million bet for the WNBA’s Las Vegas Aces. This bold move comes as a direct response to Travis’s claim that a high school boys’ basketball team could outplay the Aces, with BetOnline offering the team a risk-free shot at the […]