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In the wake of the USWNT’s 3-0 triumph over Colombia in San Diego on Oct. 29, interim coach Twila Kilgore’s strategic choices have come into the spotlight, illuminating her vision for the team’s future. Kilgore’s commitment to integrating younger players was apparent as Mia Fishel and Jaedyn Shaw scored their debut goals, while Alyssa Thompson […]

Amanda Serrano stepped out of the ring on Friday night, the triumphant champion who had just made history, and joked that she still had the energy to hoist her collection of belts aloft. This was no ordinary night for women’s boxing; it was an evening of landmark achievements for women in boxing. In a historic […]

In a groundbreaking move for collegiate sports, Nebraska women’s volleyball standout Lexi Rodriguez has penned a historic NIL deal with trading card giant Panini America, becoming the first female college athlete to do so. The libero, who has emerged as one of the prominent figures in college women’s volleyball, has been consistently brilliant on the […]

The search for the next head coach of the USWNT is heating up, as U.S. Soccer has revealed a shortlist of prime candidates for the role. Among the top contenders are Tony Gustavsson, Joe Montemurro, and Laura Harvey according to sources with insight on the ongoing coaching search, as reported by Meg Linehan of The […]

Phoenix Mercury’s center player Brittney Griner has something new to add to her trophy shelf — the WNBA’s season-long WNBA Cares Community Assist Award. The accolade is given to players who are doing impactful work in their communities. The league announced Oct. 27 that Griner was the recipient. Griner, who made her return to the […]

Becky Sauerbrunn, Alex Morgan are at the heart of a balancing act this fall, as they navigate the demands of the USWNT training camp while also gearing up for the NWSL playoffs. These two soccer superstars are among the 13 players at the USWNT’s October camp who are still in the running for the NWSL […]

Former NBA superstar Grant Hill, and his wife Tamia Hill, a Grammy-nominated artist, are making waves in the world of soccer. The power couple has recently joined the ownership group for the NWSL’s Orlando Pride, making a significant stride in their investment journey. As if that wasn’t enough, they’re also dipping their toes into MLS, […]

In a heartbreaking turn of events, former Pittsburgh Penguins player Adam Johnson died following a “freak” incident during an EIHL game on Saturday. He was 29 years old. The forward was playing for the Nottingham Panthers when a skate blade struck his throat during the second period of their match against the Sheffield Steelers, Mike […]

Bryce Harper and the city of Philadelphia have something special going on, and it’s not just the typical player-to-city admiration people usually see. Diving deeper into Harper’s relationship with the Phillies and their fans, it’s clear this is a love affair that’s built to last. Harper, who fell just shy of a go-ahead three-run home […]

Sports commentator Clay Travis is no stranger to stirring the pot, and his recent $1 million bet has sports enthusiasts and critics buzzing. Travis firmly believes that a high school boys basketball team could take down a the reigning WNBA championship team – the Las Vegas Aces – and he’s willing to put his money […]

Despite shattering viewership records and showcasing unparalleled talent in LSU’s Angel Reese and Iowa’s Caitlin Clark, the NCAA women’s basketball championship game has once again been slated for an afternoon spot, raising eyebrows and sparking discussions across the sports community. ESPN made the schedule announcement on Twitter Friday, Ben Axelrod of Awful Announcing reported.  The […]

Kansas City is abuzz with anticipation as it prepares to welcome a groundbreaking addition to the world of the NWSL—a stadium designed just for the sport, thanks in part to significant backing from Patrick and Brittany Mahomes. The Kansas City Current, the city’s beloved women’s soccer team, is about to make history by moving into […]

Jaedyn Shaw’s first appearance on the field with the USWNT was nothing short of a memorable moment for soccer fans, as well as for her fellow players. The 18-year-old forward, known for her dynamic play and quick thinking on the field, was subbed in during the 87th minute of Thursday’s 0-0 draw against Colombia, Emma […]

National Women’s Soccer League coach, Kim Björkegren, head honcho of Racing Louisville, has decided to pack up and move on. The team was set to find out about the coach’s departure in a meeting Friday morning, according to anonymous sources that spoke with Jeff Rueter and Meg Linehan of The Athletic. A press release from the club […]

When Amanda Serrano gears up for a championship brawl, she doesn’t mess around. She’ll be taking the ring Friday to defend her title against Danila Ramos, but there’s a twist: the match will be the first women’s title fight since 2007 that will be under the same rules as the guys. The standard match for […]

Brittney Griner is lacing up her sneakers and hitting the hardwood once again, adding a new chapter in her storied basketball career as she eyes playing for Team USA in the 2024 Paris Olympics. After spending 10 months detained in Russia, Griner is back on the court, this time for Team USA, ready to chase […]

In a room charged with expectation, UConn women’s basketball standout Paige Bueckers took her spot at the women’s basketball media booth for Big East Media Day. The preseason AP All-American offered a confident thumbs-up, reported Maggie Vanoni of CT Insider. It’s a simple gesture, but for those familiar with Bueckers’ story, the unobstructed lift of […]

The PWHL is skating full force towards the league’s inaugural season, and the potential team names for its founding six franchises have just hit the ice, thanks to recent trademark filings. On Wednesday, PWHL Holdings, LLC, the driving force behind the league, submitted applications for “Toronto Torch,” “Montreal Echo,” “Ottawa Alert,” “Minnesota Superior,” “Boston Wicked,” […]

NBA star Kawhi Leonard of the Los Angeles Clippers has proven to basketball enthusiasts that he’s not merely a powerhouse on the court but also an astute student of the game, drawing inspiration from the remarkable talents in the WNBA. Leonard has been seen incorporating the step-through move into his game, a strategic tactic involving […]

Sydney Colson, fresh from the glory of the Las Vegas Aces’ 2023 WNBA championship win over the New York Liberty, is undoubtedly one of today’s top personas in the women’s basketball world. And frankly speaking, she stands unchallenged. Every good story needs a captivating character, and the WNBA is no different. History has seen its […]

While Iowa women’s basketball fans will be seeing Caitlin Clark take the court in just a few short weeks, they’ll also be able to catch her next year on the greens after the star guard scored a signed USWNT jersey from soccer legend Mia Hamm along with an invite to Hamm’s charity golf tournament.  “She […]

In a display of skill, grit, and pure sports excitement, the University of Nebraska women’s volleyball team not only prevailed on the court but also in living rooms across the nation, when the volleyball match got more viewers than the Nebraska football game on Oct. 21. The Cornhuskers squared off against the Wisconsin Badgers in […]

Could sports betting help the growth of the women’s sports? Louisville women’s basketball head coach Jeff Walz is betting on it. Ahead of the of the women’s 2023 ACC Basketball Tipoff in North Carolina on October 24, Walz said regardless of people’s feelings on gambling, it had a beneficial impact on the public’s overall interest […]

Fresh off the Las Vegas Aces’ championship celebrations, Candace Parker took the stage Tuesday at the espnW Women + Sports Summit in California, reflecting on her illustrious career and the profound impact of her college coach, Pat Summitt, who became a larger-than-life figure for Tennessee women’s basketball. Parker got close to Summitt when she had […]

The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) unveiled its official new logo Tuesday, ahead of its inaugural season starting in January. At the heart of this design is a bold letter “W”, fashioned from two intersecting hockey sticks, making a clear nod to the world of women’s hockey. The logo is composed of six total elements, […]

With the 2023-24 NCAA Women’s basketball season getting ready to tip off very soon on Nov. 6, it’s time to review the preseason AP Top 25 rankings, which features the defending champion LSU women’s basketball at No. 1 for the first time in the program’s history, per the Associated Press. The Tigers are back to […]

Las Vegas Aces’ star center A’ja Wilson had some shade to throw at the voter who put her in fourth place on the WNBA MVP ballot. At the Aces’ championship parade Monday, Wilson donned a cheeky shirt that featured the MVP voting results on the back, Emma Hruby of Just Women’s Sports reported. A’ja Wilson […]

With the NCAA women’s basketball season fast approaching this November, a new set of rules is poised to shake up the game. From cracking down on flopping to expanding apparel freedoms, here are some of the new rules the NCAA Women’s Basketball Rules Committee and Playing Rules Oversight Panel gave the green light to for […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark is no longer a free agent when it comes to brand deals. The women’s college basketball phenom took a major step in her business career, signing with Excel Sports Management, Chantel Jennings of The Athletic reported. Clark, one of the most recognized college athletes in the country, has amassed […]

This year’s preseason AP women’s All-America team features a star-studded roster with basketball talents like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers. These outstanding players, each with their own distinct strengths, are poised to leave a significant mark on the upcoming women’s college basketball season. This is the second consecutive season that University of Iowa […]

The city of Las Vegas recently held a wild parade to celebrate the Las Vegas Aces’ second straight WNBA championship, and amidst the excitement, star guard Kelsey Plum made a bold championship promise. “We’re just going to keep coming back, and everyone hates it,” Plum confidently declared during the championship celebration, as captured in a […]

Former USWNT head coach Vlatko Andonovski is coming back to Kansas City after being named the new head coach of the Kansas City Current for the 2024 NWSL season. He gave a special shout out to Kansas City Chief’s star quarterback Patrick Mahomes and wife Brittany, for the opportunity to coach the Current in their […]

Maitane Lopez’s recent praise for her teammate, Ali Krieger, is making waves in the soccer world. Lopez’s heartfelt tribute to Krieger highlighted her role as a mentor and as the team’s “mom,” via Emma Hruby of Just Women’s Sports. “It’s amazing to be next to her on the pitch. She always helps me, and is […]

Former Olympic gold medal gymnast Mary Lou Retton is back home following a several-week stay in intensive care with a rare form of pneumonia. One of Retton’s daughters, Mckenna Kelly, announced Monday that Retton is back home and “in recovery mode” in a post made to Instagram. Retton was hospitalized earlier this October at a […]

First-year Georgetown women’s basketball head coach Tasha Butts has passed away at age 41. Georgetown University confirmed Butts’ passing Oct. 23, following her two-year battle with breast cancer. “I’m heartbroken for Tasha’s family, friends, players, teammates and colleagues,” said Georgetown Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Lee Reed in a press release from the university. “(She was) […]

Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon will be staying busy this offseason. The repeat championship coach will be back in ESPN’s studios, serving as a studio analyst for the 2023-24 NBA season, via Richard Deitsch of The Athletic. Hammon was previously a studio analyst for ESPN during the 2022-2023 NBA season. Hammon will be […]