Women's Sports Articles - Page 29

The Notre Dame women’s basketball team landed a major commitment from Leah Macy, a top-20 5-star recruit and one of the nation’s elite high school prospects. Macy, the No. 14 recruit in the class of 2025, chose the Fighting Irish over UConn, Louisville and Kentucky, among other schools. Macy, a standout forward from Bethlehem High […]

The Oregon women’s basketball program made a major splash in the transfer portal Monday, securing the commitment of standout guard Deja Kelly from North Carolina. Kelly’s commitment adds a key piece to Oregon’s lineup ahead of their transition to the Big Ten. Kelly, a three-time all-ACC guard, averaged 15.4 points, 3.5 rebounds and three assists […]

Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky, who holds multiple Olympic and World Championship titles, expressed gratitude to President Joe Biden following her receipt of the Presidential Medal of Freedom on Friday. Ledecky took to Twitter to share her appreciation, stating, “Thank you Mr. President @POTUS for this honor, and thank you to everyone at the @WhiteHouse for […]

Over the past few years, the popularity of women’s basketball and the WNBA have exploded. Average television viewership for WNBA games jumped about 25% from 2022 to 2023, and with the arrivals of college basketball superstars Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Kamilla Cardoso, among others, the W may be about take off to another level […]

The Chicago Sky opened up preseason play on Friday night as they took on the Minnesota Lynx on the road. The Sky ended up losing the game, 92-81, but Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese both had solid performances in their WNBA debuts. It would’ve been nice to get the win, but preseason records don’t matter, […]

Caitlin Clark kicked off her WNBA career on Friday night as the Indiana Fever played in a preseason game against the Dallas Wings. The fans showed out to see Clark make her WNBA debut and the cheapest tickets for the game were over $100… for a preseason game. The Wings ended up taking down the […]

The Indiana Fever concluded their first preseason game on Friday, and one takeaway from it all is how Caitlin Clark’s fans still have an ongoing feud with Diana Taurasi. Clark finished with 21 points, and many of her followers couldn’t help but reference Taurasi due to the recent comments made by the Phoenix Mercury star. […]

Caitlin Clark’s WNBA career is off and running. During the Indiana Fever’s preseason game against the Dallas Wings on Friday, Clark scored her first points in a way that many expected — a long 3-pointer. Coming off a screen during an inbound play, the number-one overall pick found herself open on the left wing and […]

University of Charlotte women’s basketball coach Tomekia Reed recently received glowing words of support from South Carolina’s Dawn Staley and UConn’s Geno Auriemma, two giants in the women’s college basketball landscape. Reed left for Charlotte after leading Jackson State’s program for the last six seasons. “Charlotte got a great hire in Tomekia Reed,” said reigning […]

The UCLA Bruins will make their move to the Big 10 for the 2024-25 season and without a few of their key players from last season. Charisma Osborne is off to the WNBA while Cameron Brown is out of eligibility and Christeen Iwuala transferred to Ole Miss. But reinforcements are on their way. UCLA added […]

In a huge boost to their roster, the Oklahoma Sooners women’s basketball team successfully recruited former Oregon State standout Raegan Beers in the transfer portal. Announced through a hype video on social media, Beers’ commitment adds substantial talent to a team poised to make deep NCAA tournament runs. Beers, a 6-foot-4 center from Colorado, has […]

The USC women’s basketball team has strengthened its roster for the upcoming season, adding notable talent that positions them as a serious contender for the national title. With the recent acquisition of Oregon State star guard Talia von Oelhoffen in the transfer portal, following the addition of Stanford powerhouse Kiki Iriafen, the Trojans are setting […]

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese is paying tribute to Candace Parker, as the WNBA legend announced her retirement from basketball on Sunday. Reese is remembering Parker as one of her idols in women’s basketball. When Angel Reese was drafted she thought about taking No. 3 because of Candace Parker. Then she thought, no, Parker’s number […]

Geno Auriemma and the UConn women’s basketball team landed a major acquisition from the transfer portal Sunday, securing former Ivy League Player of the Year, Kaitlyn Chen. Chen’s commitment to UConn, which she announced via social media, is poised to bring new depth and experience to the Huskies’ lineup. The 5-foot-9 guard from San Marino, […]

Legendary South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley took center stage during the pre-game festivities ahead of the Knicks-Sixers Game 4 in Philadelphia on Sunday. Staley, a Philadelphia native, was given the honor of ringing the 76ers’ ceremonial bell — a prelude to the game that has become a beloved tradition among fans and players. […]

USC women’s basketball is poised for an electrifying season after Kiki Iriafen, the standout junior from Stanford, transferred to the Trojans, sparking excitement in star guard JuJu Watkins and setting the stage for a run at the national title.  Iriafen, a 6-foot-3 forward who averaged 19.4 points and 11.0 rebounds last season, is returning to […]

Erica Leak, a former WNBA draftee, is replacing Dawn Thornton as the next head coach of the women’s basketball program at the University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff. The Golden Lions sought a candidate with an experienced basketball background, which they received in hiring Leak, who has played and coached at multiple levels. Erica Leak named Women’s […]

Hailey Van Lith has made her transfer plans official, she’s headed to TCU. Lith posted a video on her sporting a TCU jersey on her social media accounts Friday afternoon with the caption, “the pen has officially hit the paper” with a frog emoji at the end. the pen has officially hit the paper 🐸 […]

Lindsay Gottlieb is set to continue leading the USC women’s basketball team for the next six years. after the Trojans coach agreed to a contract extension Friday. The contract extension ensures Gottlieb will remain the Trojans head coach through 2030, per Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. The terms of the contract were not disclosed. The extension […]

Washington State women’s basketball standout guard Charlisse Leger-Walker announced her transfer to UCLA for the upcoming season. The announcement, made via social media on Thursday, is a pivotal shift for both programs and introduces new dynamics in the Pac-12 conference. “Catch me in Pauley,” Leger-Walker said in an Instagram post announcing her commitment to UCLA. […]

In a devastating turn of events, United States women’s national team(USWNT) sensation Alex Morgan has been ruled out of San Diego Wave’s upcoming clash with Bay FC due to an ankle injury, reported by GOAL. The absence of Morgan, a pivotal figure for both club and country, leaves a significant void in San Diego’s lineup […]

American women’s tennis star Coco Gauff openly expressed her aspirations to clinch multiple Grand Slam titles, a goal highlighted by her remarkable rise and recent successes on the world stage. As the tennis calendar advances into a packed season, Gauff remains focused on achieving greatness, beginning with the French Open on May 26, followed by […]

In an impressive update to her already remarkable career, Caitlin Clark, the shining star of Iowa women’s basketball, has once again etched her name into the annals of sports history. The Indiana Fever’s No. 1 WNBA Draft pick has become the first-ever athlete to clinch the AAU James E. Sullivan Award for a second consecutive […]

Amid rumors, former LSU women’s basketball player Hailey Van Lith remains uncommitted to any college program, including TCU, as she focuses on her broader Olympic basketball aspirations. While the anticipation around her transfer portal decision grows, Van Lith’s primary attention is directed towards her participation with the USA Basketball 3×3 team, aiming for a spot […]

The University of Texas women’s basketball team has secured a significant transfer with the addition of former Michigan standout Laila Phelia. Announced by the Longhorns on Monday, Phelia’s arrival adds a seasoned scorer to a squad already positioned as a preseason top-five team. Phelia, a 6-foot guard, broke out in her junior year at Michigan, […]

It’s not news anymore whenever Caitlin Clark makes history. She’s changed the perception of women’s basketball even before she stepped foot in the WNBA. While most fans are familiar with what she can do on the hardwood, we were able to gather a few lesser-known facts about her life that not a lot of fans […]

Following Louisiana State University gymnastics team’s historic victory at the NCAA Championships, star athlete Olivia Dunne has opened up about her future with the Tigers. The LSU team claimed their first national title in a thrilling showdown on April 20 in Fort Worth, Texas, raising questions about Dunne’s potential return for a fifth season. At […]

By the end of a marathon Sunday at The Club at Carlton Woods in The Woodlands, Texas, Nelly Korda had secured her second major, the Chevron Championship, and tied the LPGA Tour record with her fifth straight victory. “It’s everything I’ve always wanted since I was a little girl, to lift that major trophy,” Korda said. […]

After multiple reports stated that Caitlin Clark was nearing an eight-figure agreement with Nike, the numbers are finally out. Clark is set to land an eight-year deal worth up to $28 million, per NBA Central and The Wall Street Journal. The Indiana Fever rookie’s history with the sportswear giant dates back to her decorated days […]

Remarkable athletes often look up to each other across disciplines, drawing inspiration and admiration from their respective successes. This is precisely the case with Katie Ledecky, a seven-time Olympic gold medalist in swimming, who recently expressed her desire to meet basketball phenom Caitlin Clark. As the sports community buzzes with anticipation for the upcoming Olympics […]

The LSU gymnastics team concluded the 2024 NCAA season with an incredible feat. The Tigers won their first-ever national championship, edging out California, Utah, and Florida with a score of 198.2250. Olivia Dunne (also known as Livvy Dunne) and her squad prevailed after a tight battle on Saturday. LSU led through two rotations before initially […]

The TCU Horned Frogs are hoping to have a bounce back 2024-25 season. They started out the 2023-24 season with a ton of momentum. Following the addition of several high profile transfers as well as a new head coach in Mark Campbell, TCU began the year 14-0. But several injuries ended up derailing their season. […]

In the midst of all the adulation and big endorsement deals, there is substantial pressure on Caitlin Clark to lift the WNBA to financial heights it has not previously been able to fathom. Sure, there are plenty of stars who are evolving the game on the court, but the new face of the Indiana Fever, […]

Legendary UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma has voiced strong opposition against the potential implementation of a ‘1-and-done’ rule in women’s college basketball, arguing that it could harm the sport. During an interview on ESPN Radio’s “UnSportsmanLike,” on Thursday, Auriemma expressed concerns that allowing players to leave college after just one season could disrupt the […]

In a surprising development for the Miami women’s basketball team, Haley Cavinder is set to reunite with her twin sister, Hanna, in Miami for the upcoming 2024-25 season. The announcement comes just a day after Hanna Cavinder declared her intention to return to Miami following a brief hiatus from college basketball. The Cavinder twins, who […]

In a quick turnaround after losing star player Caitlin Clark to the WNBA, the Iowa women’s basketball team filled the void with a significant new addition. Two days after Clark was drafted as the top pick by the Indiana Fever, the Hawkeyes welcomed Villanova guard Lucy Olsen, who committed to Iowa Wednesday after ranking third […]

Former LSU women’s basketball guard Hailey Van Lith has committed to joining TCU next season just weeks after entering the transfer portal. Van Lith, who transferred to LSU after playing three seasons at Louisville, leaves the Tigers after just one season under coach Kim Mulkey. Talia Goodman of The Next Hoop reported Van Lith’s decision […]

USWNT forward Alex Morgan, a stalwart in the women’s soccer arena, is gearing up for redemption at the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, drawing inspiration from their unexpected stumble at the World Cup last year. After clinching consecutive World Cup victories in 2015 and 2019, the USWNT suffered a surprising exit from the tournament’s group […]

The Jackson State Lady Tigers are suffering heavy blows by losing Defensive Player of the Year Angel Jackson in the WNBA Draft and now leading scorer Ti’lan Boler to the transfer portal. Boler and Jackson were a dynamic duo, each dominant on opposite ends of the floor. 🚨NEW HBCU WBB TRANSFERS Hampton (CAA): Vanessa Schwarzmann, […]