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The US women’s hockey team is preparing for a high-stakes matchup against Canada in the decisive seventh game of the Rivalry Series, following a 3-0 loss on Feb. 9 that marked Canada’s third consecutive victory in the series. The upcoming Game 7 clash, set for Sunday in St. Paul, Minnesota, promises to be a thrilling […]

Canadian sensation Summer McIntosh put an end to Katie Ledecky’s 13-year winning streak in the 800-meter freestyle, setting the stage for a thrilling lead-up to the Paris Olympics. During a sectional meet on Thursday in Orlando, Florida, McIntosh not only outswam Ledecky but did so with a time of 8 minutes, 11.39 seconds, finishing nearly […]

The US women’s hockey team’s lead in the Rivalry Series was shortened by a determined Canadian team in Game 5, despite holding leads twice in the match. The U.S. leads Canada in the series 3-2, and the stakes are high as the teams head into the final two games. The match on Wednesday saw the […]

A lot of athletes love their sponsorship deals, commercials, and anything that gets them money. However, winning so many World Cups makes them want something else. Olympics winner Lindsey Vonn made an interesting choice when she beat out Elisabeth Goergl and Viktoria Rebensburg at Val d’Isere. She was also chasing the all-time wins record set […]

The Court of Arbitration for Sport imposed a four-year ban on Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva over a doping violation, rejecting her defense that the positive test was caused by accidental contamination from her grandfather’s heart medication via a strawberry dessert. The detailed ruling, spanning 129  pages and referencing the word “strawberry” 43 times, highlighted […]

In a shocking shift within the Formula 1 realm, the motorsport community is abuzz with the news of Lewis Hamilton‘s departure from Mercedes, his racing home for the past ten years, and joins Ferrari for the 2025 season, reported by Sky Sports F1. The seven-time world champion, whose F1 journey began in 2007, boasts an […]

In a recent interview with chess.com, Magnus Carlsen discussed his withdrawal from the candidates and the potential for a return to the classical world championship. Carlsen made it clear that the prospect of his comeback to the classical world championship is ‘extremely’ unlikely, stating, “The main reason I don’t play the classical world championship is […]

For Kendall Coyne Schofield, star winger for Minnesota in the PWHL, life is a juggling act of motherhood, professional hockey, and leadership. Since giving birth to her son Drew last July, Coyne Schofield has not only returned to top form on the ice but has also taken on the role of the PWHL players’ union […]

Prime Video is set to release “The Money Game,” a documentary series highlighting the shifts in college athletics due to changes in NIL rights. The series is a deep dive into the 2023-24 season of LSU Athletics, including star athletes Angel Reese and Olivia Dunne, and is produced by Campfire Studios, Axios Entertainment, and Shaquille […]

USMNT and AC Milan star Christian Pulisic is not just a force on the soccer field; he’s been showcasing his golf skills with an impressive trick shot over his father, Mark Pulisic, reported by GOAL. Known for his versatility in sports, the 25-year-old American forward has displayed his love for various games, having been spotted […]

Tennessee State has added its first player to its inaugural hockey team.  Xavier Abel has joined the team, transferring from Drury University per a report by the Tennessean. After officially transferring to Tennessee State, he was seen at the Tiger’s basketball game vs. Tennessee Tech alongside Athletic Director Mikki Allen. The newly admitted Tiger hockey […]

In the world of chess, where strategic brilliance and mental toughness take center stage, a dark cloud looms over the sport, the growing concern of widespread cheating, reported by The New York Times. Chess enthusiasts are watching a clash of titans not just on the board but also in disputes regarding the integrity of the […]

50 Cent has expressed his interest in bringing Ice Cube’s BIG3 basketball league to Shreveport, Louisiana. In an Instagram post, 50 Cent shared photos of himself courtside at a Boston Celtics vs. Houston Rockets game with Ice Cube, the CEO, and Founder of BIG3, Hot97 reports. The rapper captioned the post, “I had so much […]

In an unexpected twist of sporting passion, 16-year-old darts sensation Luke Littler is not only making waves in the world of arrows but is also a big supporter of Manchester United, offering his insights on what the Red Devils need to clinch FA Cup glory in 2024, reported by GOAL. Littler, who captured the attention […]

New York defender Ella Shelton made history by scoring the first goal in the inaugural game of the PWHL, leading her team to a 4-0 victory over Toronto. This landmark event took place at the Maple Leaf Gardens, now the Mattamy Athletic Centre, and was witnessed by a sold-out crowd of 2,537 fans, signifying a […]

American skiing sensation Mikaela Shiffrin concluded the year with an historic win at the World Cup slalom race in Lienz. Dominating the field, Shiffrin clinched her 93rd career victory on Friday, marking it by a staggering margin of 2.34 seconds. The victory underscores her consistency, as it was her seventh win in the last eight […]

As the inaugural season of the PWHL starting on New Year’s Day, all eyes are on Kendall Coyne Schofield, the former U.S. captain and three-time Olympian, who is set to redefine her career with the Minnesota team. Schofield, 31, will be balancing motherhood and professional hockey, a sport where her return was once questioned. “When […]

In an unexpected turn of events, PWHL Minnesota franchise head coach Charlie Burggraf has resigned, just a week shy of the team’s inaugural game, and the start of the PWHL season on Jan. 1. The team announced that former NHL defenseman Ken Klee will take over the reins as the new head coach. Burggraf’s departure […]

The Pro Volleyball Federation, a new U.S. professional women’s volleyball league, has struck a pivotal deal with CBS Sports, marking its first major media partnership. The multiyear agreement, announced on Thursday as part of PVF’s comprehensive media rights package, is set to bring a minimum of 10 matches to television screens in 2024, including the […]

Emma Woods and Madison Packer are getting used to a whole new relationship now that they’re teammates with the PWHL team in New York. Once intense on-ice rivals, the forwards are not only on the same side these days, they’re even roommates. That irony is not lost on them. “You build up rivalries over the […]

Canada clinched a dramatic 3-2 victory over the U.S. women’s hockey team in the Rivalry Series on Saturday, marking America’s first loss in this series. Marie-Philip Poulin’s decisive shootout goal and Ann-Renée Desbiens’ 22 saves were instrumental in Canada’s win, cutting the U.S. lead in the series to 3-1. Canada showcased remarkable resilience, overturning a […]

The U.S. women’s hockey team secured a 3-2 victory over Canada in overtime on Thursday, thanks to a decisive goal from Captain Hilary Knight. The win, achieved just 28 seconds into the extra period, marked a significant 3-0 lead for the U.S. in the seven-game Rivalry Series. Knight’s decisive power-play goal, beating Canadian goalie Ann-Renée […]

Ahead of their NCAA volleyball championship match against Texas, Nebraska women’s volleyball coach John Cook has identified a key strength in his team: the exceptional competitiveness of his freshmen players. Cook, who amusingly skipped a scheduled coaches panel Friday, is entirely focused on preparing for Sunday’s title match, which is a historic event being televised […]

It didn’t take long for Pascal Daoust to have his “Welcome to New York” moment. Only two months after being hired as general manager of the Professional Women’s Hockey League New York franchise, and a few days into their inaugural training camp in November, the Quebec native learned an expensive lesson during a team event […]

Jayna Hefford has been on the receiving end of many tributes during her storied hockey career. But, perhaps, PWHL New York defenseman Jaime Bourbonnais hit on the most fitting, when discussing what Hefford has meant to the women’s game. “Jayna is a real-life Superhero, honestly,” Bourbonnais told Clutch Points. “I don’t even have the words […]

In a remarkable feat, Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen has secured the highest-ever blitz rating on Chess.com, surpassing the previous record set by GM Hikaru Nakamura just a month ago. Carlsen’s new milestone stands at an impressive 3340, four points higher than Nakamura’s record. This achievement comes as Carlsen has been actively participating in Chess.com events, particularly […]

In a stunning upset at the U.S. Open Championships in Greensboro, North Carolina, Katie Ledecky faced her first loss in an American pool in the 400-meter freestyle race in 11 years. The title was claimed by Canadian teenager Summer McIntosh, who outpaced Ledecky by nearly three seconds. McIntosh completed the race with a remarkable time […]

The doping case involving Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva continues to draw attention as a new delay emerges, with a decision from the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) now expected by Feb. 12, more than two years after the controversy first erupted at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. Valieva, who was only 15 at […]

Becky Hammon is staying busy in the WNBA offseason, as she is set to join Tony Parker in the World Series of Poker (WSOP) event in December. The Las Vegas Aces head coach and former San Antonio Spurs star will participate in the WSOP Paradise event, with Hammon scheduled for a poker vacation that includes […]

Transforming from a celebrated athlete to a guiding mentor is a path few traverse in sports. Harold Miner, once an NBA player famously dubbed “Baby Jordan,” epitomizes this journey. His evolution into a mentor for his daughter, Kami, a Stanford volleyball standout, marks a shift from his athletic ambitions to fostering his daughter’s prospering career. […]

The PWHL is gearing up for a spectacular start to 2024, launching its inaugural game on New Year’s Day, the league announced Tuesday. Hockey fans are eagerly anticipating the inaugural face-off between Toronto and New York at the Mattamy Athletic Centre in downtown Toronto. Stan Kasten, a member of the PWHL Advisory Board, expressed his […]

As the NCAA women’s volleyball tournament bracket was revealed, five-time national champion Nebraska emerged as a top contender, securing the No. 1 seed. The Cornhuskers, led by head coach John Cook, enter the tournament with a remarkable 28-1 record, only recently experiencing their first season defeat against Wisconsin. The state of Nebraska has strong representation […]

Larissa Pacheco solidified her status as a force to be reckoned with in the MMA world by securing her second PFL championship, this time in the women’s 145-pound division. In a highly anticipated showdown, Pacheco faced off against Marina Mokhnatkina in the PFL World Championship 2023, where she emerged victorious with a dominant unanimous decision, […]

Former professional sprinter and convicted murderer Oscar Pistorius has been granted parole by a South African court after serving 10 years in prison for killing his girlfriend. It was the disgraced Olympian’s second parole trial in the last eight months, the first of which had been unsuccessful. Prior to his trial and conviction, Pistorius, a […]

The University of Utah announced Tuesday the departure of Tom Farden from his role as the head gymnastics coach. This decision comes just nine days after Farden was placed on paid leave amid abuse allegations. The university issued a statement, indicating that both parties had reached a “mutual agreement” for immediate separation. “The past several […]

In the world of women’s college volleyball, Wisconsin’s head coach Kelly Sheffield stands out, not just for his remarkable track record but for his unconventional journey to the pinnacle of success. With a career that began far from the polished courts and roaring crowds, Sheffield’s path to coaching excellence is as unique as it is […]

Former Northeastern University track-and-field coach, Steve Waithe, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to charges related to a nude photo scam. Waithe was accused of duping female athletes into sending him compromising images and stealing similar content from their mobile devices. Waithe, 30, admitted to charges of wire fraud, cyberstalking and computer fraud in Boston’s federal court, […]

The PWHL is ushering in a new era for women’s hockey, characterized by significant advancements in player partnerships, investment and operational structure. Jayne Hefford, a Hockey Hall of Famer, is at the forefront of this transformation as the senior vice president of hockey operations. Her experience across four different professional leagues lends credibility to her […]

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 […]