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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 […]

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 […]

In a thrilling opener to the Rivalry Series, the U.S. women’s hockey team emerged victorious with a 3-1 win over Canada, largely credited to Aerin Finkel’s impressive 31 saves on Wednesday night, as reported by the Associated Press. As the series kicked off in Tempe, Arizona, the American team found its anchor in Finkel’s goaltending […]

Laila Edwards, a forward for the University of Wisconsin’s Badgers, is poised to make history as the first African-American to skate for the U.S. Women’s Senior National Hockey Team. The monumental occasion is set for the Rivalry Series against Canada, with the faceoff scheduled for Wednesday, Jon Morosi reported on Twitter. History: @laila_edwards21 of @BadgerWHockey […]

It was a picturesque day in beautiful Chicago, Illinois for the 45th running of the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. More than 47,000 participants from all over the globe ran the streets of the Windy City as they celebrated their one-millionth finisher in the races history. Oh, and 23-year old Kelvin Kiptum of Kenya […]

Breaking Update: 23-year-old Kelvin Kiptum broke the marathon world record in Chicago with a time of 2:00:35 on Sunday! Sifan Hassan defeated Ruth Chepngetich by almost 2 minutes and set a course record in the process, falling just short of the women’s world record.  The 2023 Chicago Marathon represented one of the deepest fields in […]

A high school football coach in Ohio resigned after his team used antisemitic language to relay plays during a game last Friday, the school announced on Monday. Tim McFarland, who coached Brooklyn High School in Brooklyn, Ohio, stepped down days after he and his players used the word “Nazi” as a play call in a […]

The Savannah Bananas 2023 Banana Ball World Tour has ended after an eight-month run this year. The Bananas traveled all over the United States this season with stops in Florida, Ohio, and California, and saw tons of fans roll in to watch them play. The Bananas thanked fans for their turnout and support by posting […]

After being eliminated from the 2023 FIBA World Cup by Germany, Team USA will face no shortage of critics for the poor performances throughout the tournament. ESPN’s Marc J. Spears is the latest analyst to go off on the national team for not having a good enough roster and not defending well enough to perform […]

Team USA shockingly ended its Gold Medal bid at the FIBA World Cup with a loss to Germany on Friday. After the game, NBA center Andre Drummond gave his take on the shocking FIBA result and what it means about Team USA going forward. Drummond recently spoke with Rick Kamla and Antonio Daniels of SiriusXM […]

There were several possible storylines people were anticipating heading into the 2023 FIBA world Cup. Did USA have enough stars to win it all? Was this Canada’s time to stake its claim as a supreme basketball power. Could Luka Doncic carry scrappy Slovenia to a deep run? Despite boasting some NBA talent, Serbia was under […]

Team USA is currently taking part in the FIBA World Cup. Recently, the squad got some high-profile visitors as they prepared for their FIBA semifinal matchup against Germany. NBA legends Carmelo Anthony and Pau Gasol, along with WNBA legend Sue Bird, visited the Team USA practice earlier this week as the team puts in work […]

With Team Canada needing to overcome Luka Doncic and Slovenia to continue their path in winning the coveted gold medal in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, a herculean effort was needed from the team’s top guys, such as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Dillon Brooks. Gilgeous-Alexander, the talented combo guard who made First Team All-NBA last season, […]

Team USA is heading to the FIBA World Cup semifinals versus Germany. Team USA beat Italy in the quarterfinals 100-63 while Germany defeated Latvia in the quarterfinals 81-79. In the quarterfinal win, Mikal Bridges led the team with 24 points and seven rebounds. Ahead of their semifinal matchup, coach Steve Kerr is getting his guys […]

The Philippines and the USA have a long history with one another. From tumultuous times to economic partnerships, both countries have learned to work with one another over the years. This has led to the growth of a lot of bases in the Asian country. A bunch of Americans even came into the country to […]

Dillon Brooks has made a living out of annoying his opponents, and a trip to the other side of the world hasn’t changed his disposition on the basketball court one bit. During Canada’s 2023 FIBA World Cup quarterfinal matchup against Luka Doncic and Slovenia, the famous instigator notorious for his stint with the Memphis Grizzlies […]

There’s a certain pressure that comes with donning the prestigious Team USA uniform. Given their standing as the ultimate basketball powerhouse in the world, the expectation for them is always gold medal or bust. Nevertheless, Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards seems to be unfazed by this, as he appears to be welcoming the challenge that […]

When putting together a Team USA squad that’s worthy of winning the gold medal in prestigious international tournaments such as the 2023 FIBA World Cup, talent almost always takes precedent in one’s inclusion more so than fit and team chemistry. Thus, even though there have been plenty of talented squads in Team USA history filled […]

Team USA’s Tyrese Haliburton has been one of the best players at the 2023 FIBA World Cup for USA Basketball. But how does the 23-year-old All-Star feel about coming off the bench for Team USA? He shared his thoughts postgame after Team USA’s 109-81 win over Greece to move to a 2-0 record at the […]

When Rondae Hollis-Jefferson and his Jordan national team were down to New Zealand 85-81 with just over 15 seconds left in their FIBA World Cup game, the former NBA player hit a miraculous four-point shot to force overtime, which reminded the crowd in the Philippines of one player: Kobe Bryant. Hollis-Jefferson made the incredible play […]

NBA legend Magic Johnson couldn’t be more hyped up and prouder of Simone Biles after the Olympian dominated the US Gymnastics Championship. For those who missed it, Biles made a triumphant return to gymnastics early in August after a two-year hiatus and won the gold medal at the US Classic (now known as the Core […]

It was the thrill of a lifetime for El Segundo, California’s Louis Lappe. His game-winning home run in the bottom of the sixth inning gave the United States representative the Little League World Series championship with a 6-5 victory over Curacao. CALIFORNIA WINS THE #LLWS WITH A WALK-OFF HOME RUN FROM LOUIS LAPPE 😱 pic.twitter.com/5iPMjaaBWj […]

Team Germany guard Dennis Schroder joined some elite company during Germany’s 85-82 win over Australia in the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Schroder dropped 30 points in the upset win for Germany, joining Dirk Nowitzki as the only two players in Germany’s history to score at least 30 points during the FIBA World Cup. Dennis Schroder […]