Women's Sports Articles - Page 35

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, […]

In a tribute to a legendary career, the U.S. Basketball Writers Association (USBWA) announced Wednesday that its annual award for the Women’s National Coach of the Year will now be named in honor of Geno Auriemma, the storied head coach of the UConn women’s basketball team. THe recognition places Auriemma among the most celebrated figures […]

Seattle Storm guard Nika Muhl has been one of the most hyped WNBA prospects in this year’s draft class, and for good reason. The Croatian international holds UConn’s career assist record (686) and was a two-time Big East Defensive Player of the Year before being selected by the Storm 14th overall Monday night. Storm and […]

USWNT star Rose Lavelle has offered insight into her injury status as she eagerly anticipates her NWSL debut for NY/NJ Gotham FC. Having sustained an injury after her impressive performance in the CONCACAF W Gold Cup, Lavelle’s absence has been felt by the Bats, who have struggled in her absence. In an interview with the […]

Last night at the WNBA Draft, the two-time reigning champion Las Vegas Aces selected Jackson State’s defensive stalwart Angel Jackson with the 36th, and final, pick. Jackson made history as just the second HBCU player selected in the WNBA Draft in the past 20 years. The other player, ironically, was Ameshya Williams-Holliday, another Jackson State […]

North Carolina A&T joined Xavier University of Louisiana as HBCU champions in the National Cheerleaders Association College Nationals. NCAT beat out Stephen F. Austin by a quarter of a point in the Intermediate Small Coed Division I section to secure the title.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by HBCU Pulse […]

Critically acclaimed actress and ‘Bring It On’ star Gabrielle Union publicly recognized Xavier University of Louisiana’s cheerleading squad as they took home a national championship. XULA participated in the Advanced Large Coed NAIA competition, finishing with a final score of 91.3375 and defeating runner-up Westcliff by nearly two whole points. Union quote tweeted a response […]

Cameron Brink’s net worth in 2024 is $1 million to $2 million. She is a former National Champion and recently a second overall draft pick to the Los Angeles Sparks. Let’s look at Cameron Brink’s net worth in 2024. What is Cameron Brink’s net worth in 2024?: $1 million to $2 million (estimate) Brink has […]

The new WNBA player Caitlin Clark got in an unintentionally funny moment during the WNBA Draft in Brooklyn Monday night. Clark went viral when she appeared in a TikTok with fellow basketball players Angel Reese and Cameron Brink, per USA Today. Clark photobombed the moment, appearing in the background of the social media post. Caitlin […]

The 2024 WNBA draft reached a conclusion on Monday night and as expected, this year’s NCAA stars headlined the event. The Chicago Sky were able to land two of these highly-touted players, namely, Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso. LSU’s fiery power forward was selected seventh overall while South Carolina’s dominant center was the third-overall pick. […]

Caitlin Clark’s WNBA Draft night just became more memorable, thanks to Grammy-nominated artist Luke Combs. After being taken no. 1 overall by the Indiana Fever–to no one’s surprise, really–the former Iowa Hawkeyes star got an epic surprise from the country singer. On X (formerly Twitter), the WNBA shared a video showing Clark as she was […]

Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese were once SEC Rivals, facing off against each other in the high anticipated and hotly contested battles between LSU and South Carolina. Now, they’re teammates as both have been drafted to the Chicago Sky. Reese and Cardoso are eager to play together, evidently admiring each other’s gameplay. “I’m just so […]

Jackson State star Angel Jackson was selected with the 36th pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft by the Las Vegas Aces this evening, making her the lone HBCU player selected this year. Jackson also joins former Jackson State Tiger Ameshya Williams-Holliday, who was selected in the 2022 Draft by the Indiana Fever. Jackson, a California […]

Lisa Leslie knows what Caitlin Clark is capable of. Just days ago, The WNBA legend gave Clark her flowers in the form of a Team USA Endorsement. Leslie made comments saying that Clark “better be” on the Olympic Team while calling the latter “one of the best players in the world.” On Monday, Clark finally […]

Multiple time First Team All-SWAC superstar Zaay Green is on her way out of the University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff and is headed to the University of Alabama. Green announced the decision to spend her final year of eligibility with the Crimson Tide on her Instagram page. Speculation about Green’s final destination arose when she officially […]

The Morgan Price media takeover is on the horizon. Following her stellar all-time performance at the USA Gymnastics Championships, she sat down with CBS News’ Analisa Novak on ‘CBS Mornings’ to discuss her journey and her experience at her HBCU, Fisk University. Price made history this weekend as the first HBCU gymnast to win a […]

The WNBA stands at a turning point as the 2024 draft commences tonight. Caitlin Clark shines among a stellar group of players poised to shape the league’s future. With women’s basketball gaining momentum in both college and pro spheres, WNBA expansion warrants serious consideration. As it stands, the WNBA has 12 teams, with a 13th […]

The WNBA Draft hasn’t occurred yet but Caitlin Clark is already affecting the ticket prices for the Indiana Fever. The Fever are all but guaranteed to select Clark with the #1 pick in the WNBA Draft, causing a ripple effect around the WNBA. Last week the Fever unveiled their national TV schedule, featuring 36 out […]

North Carolina A&T and Xavier University of Louisiana’s cheerleading teams represented HBCUs in a big way at the 2024 NCA College Nationals. Both teams left the event as national champions, adding to the already storied legacies of both cheer programs. The three-day NCA College National Championship, saw the North Carolina A&T Aggies emerge victorious in […]

Since its inception in 1997, six athletes from Historically Black Colleges and Universities have been drafted into the WNBA. The most recent selection, Jackson State University’s Ameshya Williams-Holiday, broke a 20-year drought of HBCU representation in the draft between 2002 and 2022. Of the six athletes, all of them played either in the Southwestern Athletic […]

Former Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark is headed to the WNBA, and will likely be selected with the No. 1 overall pick by the Indiana Fever in the draft on Monday. Ahead of the draft, Caitlin Clark made a statement thanking the women’s basketball pioneers that came before her. “Thanks to all the great […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark can add yet another accomplishment to her resumé. Clark appeared on the NBC comedy show Saturday Night Live on Saturday, during the famous Weekend Update segment. Her appearance drew huge applause from the TV audience. Actor Ryan Gosling was the show’s host. Clark appeared alongside Weekend Update co-host Michael […]