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Gabby Douglas is back in action. In a recent announcement, the gymnast revealed that she will be returning to high-level competition this February. Welcome back, Gabby!@gabrielledoug has announced on @NBCNews that she will make her return to elite competition on February 24 at this year’s #WinterCup in Louisville! Don’t wait, get your tickets now! ➡️ […]

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes offered high praise to Iowa women’s basketball standout Caitlin Clark ahead of his Super Bowl appearance. While Mahomes prepares to lead his team in the NFL’s biggest game on Sunday, he took a moment during a Super Bowl press conference on Tuesday to commend Clark, who is on the […]

Jessica Pegula, ranked World No. 4 in tennis, has unexpectedly ended her five-year coaching relationship with David Witt. The announcement came as a surprise, especially to Witt, who did not see the breakup coming. “It was a total surprise to me. Never saw it coming. We’ve had a great friendship for five years, so it’s […]

In an emotionally charged Play4Kay game, the NC State women’s basketball team, donned in pink and black uniforms. secured a tough 77-67 victory over No. 15 Louisville on Monday. The win tied them for second place in the ACC with the Cardinals. Coach Wes Moore praised his team’s early offensive fluidity but acknowledged the need […]

Aston Villa‘s Women’s team is gearing up for a crucial FA WSL Cup quarter-final clash against Brighton, and the training sessions are in full swing, filled with laughter and banter, reported by GOAL. However, one training incident took a humorous turn as England’s Rachel Daly accidentally struck her teammate Alisha Lehmann in the face with […]

The NBA All-Star Weekend is a little less than two minutes away and many are excited. Aside from the usual events such as the Slam Dunk Contest, Three-Point Contest and the All-Star Game itself, fans are eager to witness the scheduled shootout between Stephen Curry and Sabrina Ionescu. The showdown between the two was announced […]

As the women’s college basketball season continues to unfold, the Week 14 AP Top 25 poll offers insights into the shifting landscape of the current season. Three big takeaways emerge this week, and could reshape the season’s trajectory. LSU’s alarming trend against unranked teams Recent games from LSU women’s basketball, particularly against unranked opponents, raise […]

In the world of college basketball, few names resonate like UConn women’s basketbll coach Geno Auriemma and Paige Bueckers. Recently, Bueckers made an interesting comparison, likening her coach to basketball legend LeBron James. The comparison comes as Auriemma, nearing his 70th birthday and 1,200 career win as a coach, continues to lead the Huskies with […]

Alisha Lehmann, the dynamic force in Aston Villa‘s ranks, has become the talk of social media with her recent Instagram post, providing a glimpse into her spirited training session with the Villans. The Swiss sensation, renowned for both her on-field prowess and glamorous presence, shared moments of joy and camaraderie with her teammates, capturing the […]

On Sunday, Team USA announced the final lineup for the 2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament through their official X (Twitter) account. Playing in Antwerp, Belgium from February 8-11, the team boasts big names such as Sabrina Ionescu and reigning MVP Breanna Stewart. Other players on the roster are as follows: Diana Taurasi, Ariel Atkins, Kelsey […]

It is one thing to voice out an opinion, and it’s another to spit out facts. Unfortunately for women’s basketball legend Sheryl Swoopes, she made an opinion about Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark based on misinformation. Swoopes recently guested on Gilbert Arenas’ podcast and gave a strong take on Clark on her way to […]

The UCLA Bruins have been consistently ranked as one of the top teams in the country this season. They stayed at No. 2 in the NCAAW AP top 25 poll for most of this season but have fluctuated amid a few recent losses. One of the key reasons for UCLA Bruins rise this season has […]

The South Carolina women’s basketball team has two important games coming up in the next week against Missouri and UConn, and head coach Dawn Staley announced that the Gamecocks will not have center Kamilla Cardoso for either of the games as she will participate with the Brazilian National Team in the Olympic qualifiers, according to […]

The TCU’s women’s basketball walk-ons are living what many would call a dream. Ella Hamlin, a freshman and former high school basketball star, found herself thrust into an unexpected journey after a series of injuries left the Horned Frogs with just six players. The team’s solution? An open tryout for TCU students. Hamlin, who is […]

As Iowa’s Caitlin Clark edges closer to the NCAA women’s basketball scoring record, current record-holder Kelsey Plum of the Las Vegas Aces expressed her support for the senior guard. “I’m actually very grateful to pass that baton. I’m very happy for her,” Plum said, via Michael Voepel of ESPN, during a USA Basketball women’s team […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark is closing in on the NCAA career scoring record for women’s basketball after an impressive game on Saturday against Maryland. Clark, with 38 points and 12 assists, played a key role in Iowa’s 93-85 win, and now only needs 66 points to surpass Kelsey Plum’s college scoring record. The […]

USC women’s basketball superstar freshman JuJu Watkins made history Friday night in a record-setting 51-point performance against No. 4 Stanford. Watkins, who nearly totaled Stanford’s entire scoring output in the 67-58 Trojans victory, finished the game with a stat line of 51 points, 11 rebounds, 2 assists, and 4 steals. She was 6-11 from three-point […]

JuJu Watkins is different. The USC women’s basketball star proved as much on Friday after she exploded for 51 points to propel the Trojans to victory over the Stanford Cardinal. USC scored 67 points in the contest, so that means Watkins scored 76 percent of the team’s total. Watkins had 40 through three quarters and […]

It’s widely known that Soccer is the most popular sport in the entire world. Concluded by various surveys and studies, “The Beautiful Game” is well-loved all across Asia, Europe, Africa and Latin America. However, it’s also acknowledged by many that the sport lacks popularity in the United States. And that’s exactly why Alexi Lalas is […]

The Central Michigan women’s basketball team is the latest women’s college basketball squad that has been forced to forfeit matchups due to a shortage of available and healthy players, as the team struggles with injuries. The Chippewas were forced to forfeit their upcoming game on Saturday against Kent State due to a shortage of available […]

Fox Sports is introducing the “Caitlin Cam” for Iowa’s upcoming game against Maryland on Saturday, offering a unique viewing experience focused solely on Iowa women’s basketball phenom Caitlin Clark. The camera will provide live coverage of Clark, tracking her every move on offense and defense during the game. This feature is set to debut on […]

In the world of college basketball, making a strong start is crucial. South Carolina women’s basketball rise star Ashlyn Watkins did just that, earning high praise from her coach, Dawn Staley. On the eve of the Gamecocks’ game at Auburn on Thursday, Watkins found out she’d be making her first career start. Watkins stepped in […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark, has brought a new level of excitement to the sport. Her impact on the game has led to packed stadiums and soaring ticket prices, a phenomenon rarely seen in women’s basketball. Clark expressed amazement at her growing fame, acknowledging the strong support from fans. “It’s honestly, hard for me […]

Aston Villa sensation Alisha Lehmann has dazzled fans with her latest Instagram story, showing a glamorous makeover featuring stunning curly hair and flawless makeup. The Swiss star, known for her skills on the field, took to social media to showcase a different side of her personality, capturing attention with her impeccable style. Lehmann’s Instagram story […]

In a huge move for women’s golf, the US Women’s Open has elevated its prize pool to $12 million, a $2 million increase, thanks to a new partnership with Ally Financial. This makes the U.S. Women’s Open as the highest-paying tournament in women’s golf. Ally Financial’s involvement extends beyond financial support; the corporation will be […]

Amid a challenging season full of injuries, the Arizona women’s basketball program announced open walk-on tryouts in an attempt to bolster its depleted roster. The team made the announcement on X, formerly Twitter, on Thursday. We are holding Walk On Tryouts for full-time students interested in participating for the remainder of the 2023-24 season. If […]

UConn women’s basketball guard Nika Muhl set the tone in the Huskies’ 81-60 win over Villanova on Wednesday. Driven by “personal” motifvation to enhance the team’s defense after a tough loss on Jan. 27 against Notre Dame, Muhl emerged as a key figure in thwarting Villanova’s offensive threats. “After that game against Notre Dame, I […]

Iowa women’s basketball player Caitlin Clark recently etched her name above Kelsey Mitchell’s in the NCAA scoring record books, yet the star guard has remained grounded as she continues to climb the all-time top scoring list. Clark, after a dominating performance leading No. 3 Iowa to a 110-74 victory over Northwestern on Wednesday, highlighted her […]

In a significant setback for Alisha Lehmann‘s squad, Lucy Staniforth has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to an ankle injury, casting a shadow over Aston Villa‘s Women’s Super League (WSL) campaign, reported by GOAL. The English midfielder sustained the injury during the warm-up session ahead of Villa’s recent victory against […]

In the world of influencer boxing, Jake Paul and his girlfriend, Jutta Leerdam, are capturing the spotlight not just for their public personas but also for their recent Instagram post that sent fans into a frenzy, reported by Sportskeeda. Leerdam took to the platform to share a picture featuring the couple, hand-in-hand, showcasing a glimpse […]

Aston Villa star Alisha Lehmann marked her 25th birthday with an enchanting celebration featuring a private show from none other than Troy the Magician, reported by GOAL. The Swiss forward was not alone in enjoying the magical spectacle, as her partner Douglas Luiz was also captivated by the illusions on display. Lehmann’s milestone birthday on […]

Iowa Hawkeye’s star Caitlin Clark hasn’t even reached the WNBA yet and she’s already a household name. She’s taken the NCAA by storm the past couple of seasons and this year she’s elevated her game even more. Iowa has been one of the top ranked teams in the country the entire season and they’re one […]

Caitlin Clark has a convincing case as the best women’s college basketball player of the modern era. The University of Iowa superstar is averaging 32.0 points, 7.1 rebounds, 7.6 assists and 1.7 steals this season, connecting on 40.7% of an unbelievable 13.1 three-point attempts per game—both career-highs. She led the Hawkeyes to the National Championship […]

In a blow to Washington State’s women’s basketball team, star guard Charlisse Leger-Walker will miss the rest of the season due to a right ACL injury requiring reconstructive surgery. The senior’s injury happened during an upset victory on Sunday against then-No. 2 ranked UCLA. This season, before her injury, Leger-Walker was averaging 13.2 points, 6.5 […]

The Maryland women’s basketball team is facing a potential setback as guard Shyanne Sellers is listed as questionable for Wednesday’s matchup against No. 10 Indiana due to a knee injury. Sellers, a key player for the Terrapins, was sidelined after an in-game collision against Penn State on Sunday. Sellers received treatment and went through rehab […]

The West Virginia women’s basketball team, led by coach Mark Kellogg, achieved an impressive 84-43 victory over UCF on Tuesday.  Point guard Jordan Harrison, a key contributor with 10 points, six rebounds and five assists in the game, emphasized the team’s focus on consistency as part of its strategy. “We just mainly focus on staying […]

Mississippi State’s women’s basketball team got an impressive win on Monday, handing No. 9 LSU its second straight loss, defeating the Tigers 77-73. Mississippi State women’s basketball coach Sam Purcell compared the win to being on “Cloud 9.” “I’m still on Cloud 9. What a night,” Purcell said, as reported by Thomas Goldkamp of On3. […]

Princeton’s women’s basketball team is turning heads this season, thanks to a strategic move by head coach Carla Berube. By setting up a tough nonconference schedule earlier in the season, Berube aimed to prepare her team for the demanding Ivy League and potentially another NCAA Tournament run. The journey wasn’t easy. The Tigers faced a […]

The Golden State Warriors’ new WNBA team made a significant move on Tuesday by appointing Jess Smith as its president. Smith, who has a successful background with the NWSL’s Angel City FC, brings a unique approach to this role, aiming to build a team that stands out not only in sports but also in its […]