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Fresh off a repeat victory in the WNBA Finals, Las Vegas Aces point guard Chelsea Gray had even bigger news to share. In a heartfelt Instagram post on Halloween, Gray announced that she and her wife, Tipesa, are expecting their first child. The celebratory post featured a loving gaze over Tipesa’s shoulder and a baby […]

Years after witnessing the San Antonio Spurs’ triumphant 2014 NBA championship, former Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon has found similar glory and teamwork in the Las Vegas Aces, leading them to back-to-back WNBA championships. The Spurs of 2013-14 were renowned for their play and a determination to redeem themselves after a heartbreaking loss in the […]

Anticipated renovations at Moda Center have emerged as the central obstacle leading to the collapse of Portland’s bid for a WNBA expansion team. WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, in a letter to Sen. Ron Wyden on Wednesday, confirmed that the league’s plans for a team in the City of Roses have been “deferred,” despite previous indications […]

Erica Wheeler, point guard for the Indiana Fever, has paved her way to becoming the highest-paid player in the WNBA for the 2023 season. In doing so, Wheeler also secured significant time off. At 32, Wheeler has decided to take a break from her overseas basketball commitments this winter. The Fever supported her decision with […]

It’s not every day that a college athlete captivates the nation, but Caitlin Clark, the star point guard for the Iowa Hawkeyes, has managed to do just that. Amidst the overwhelming attention and a flurry of events, Clark remains grounded, sharing an honest outlook on her rise to fame. “This has been my dream,” Clark […]

In an unprecedented move, the Kansas City Current signed 15-year-old Alex Pfeiffer to a three-year contract, making her one of the youngest players in NWSL history. The bold decision highlight the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent and building its program. Pfeiffer, a rising star in the U.S. youth soccer scene, has been part of […]

Sports broadcaster Charly Arnolt and former NFL player Chris Manno took a stand in support of sports commentator Clay Travis and his controversial bet on a high-level high school boys basketball team beating the WNBA-champion Las Vegas Aces. Travis’ $1 million wager, aimed at underscoring the biological differences between men and women, ignited a firestorm […]

19-year-old tennis superstar Coco Gauff has secured her 50th win of the 2023 tennis season at the WTA Finals Oct. 30, placing her in a unique historical category alongside tennis legend Caroline Wozniacki. Gauff reached this milestone when she dominated world No. 7 Ons Jabeur with a 6-0, 6-1 victory, Ed McGrogan of Tennis reported. […]

Women’s college volleyball is once again breaking records, this time after the Wisconsin women’s volleyball match against Minnesota earned the record for the most watched volleyball match in history. It was the first Big Ten match to air on FOX, and topped the NBA, NHL, Premier League and Formula 1 for viewership, Jeff Day of […]

Tennessee women’s basketball will pay tribute next season to two of its former players, Nikki McCray-Penson and the late Tasha Butts, who both died this year after battles with breast cancer. The Lady Vols basketball team shared photos on Twitter Oct. 30 of their warm-up shirts, with two patches featuring Butts’ and McCray-Penson’s initials. For […]

LSU women’s basketball powerhouse Angel Reese, recently shed light on the unique sibling rivalry she shares with her younger brother, Julian Reese, a junior basketball player at Maryland. Despite being ranked the No. 2 player in her 2020 girls’ class, Angel watched as her brother, ranked No. 51 in the boys’ 2021 class, and his […]

When Angel Reese decided to publicly decline the White House’s invitation for her and her LSU women’s basketball teammates, she probably didn’t expect it would turn into a learning experience. But with a little guidance from her coach, Kim Mulkey, that’s exactly what happened. Let’s set the stage: The White House extended its traditional victory […]

Confronting the reality that 45% of teenage girls are withdrawing from sports, often due to body confidence issues, Nike and Dove have launched “Body Confident Sport.” The initiative, bolstered by the involvement of tennis legend Venus Williams, seeks to reverse this trend by empowering coaches with tools to foster positive self-esteem among girls aged 11 […]

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 […]