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Tiffany Hayes may be putting the WNBA behind her after announcing her retirement from the league in December, but she is not ready to stop playing professional basketball any time soon. “Honestly, I don’t know,” the former guard for the Atlanta Dream and Connecticut Sun told the Lakeland Ledger’s Roy Fuoco. “I have a lot […]

As the echoes of the holiday season fade into the chants of dedicated fans, Week 10 of the women’s college basketball unravels with the AP Top 25 women’s basketball poll showcasing both the predictable and the contentious. In a season where agility and precision define the ascent of teams in rankings, a few squads, notably […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark has not only become a national favorite but also attracted high praise from none other than Rebecca Lobo, a UConn women’s basketball great and ESPN analyst. Lobo, having witnessed her fair share of basketball prodigies, recently expressed her admiration for Clark’s game on ESPN, after the Hawkeyes defeated Rutgers […]

UConn women’s basketball guard Paige Bueckers is in the spotlight as she weighs her future with the team. After an ACL tear that led to her missing the entire last season, Bueckers is back in action for the 2023-24 season. However, her commitment beyond this period remains undetermined. Despite the potential of being a top prospect […]

In a historic moment for women’s professional hockey, PWHL Minnesota’s game against Montreal at the Xcel Energy Center set a new attendance record with 13,361 fans. The historic evening was further highlighted by Grace Zumwinkle’s exceptional performance, as she scored the first hat trick in the league, leading her team to a 3-0 victory on […]

The New Year kicked off on a high note for LSU gymnastics, particularly for star athlete Olivia Dunne. Fresh off their first victory of the season on Saturday, Dunne took to Instagram to express her excitement for the competitive season ahead. Sharing a selfie from the LSU dressing room, the 21-year-old gymnast captioned it: “I […]

USC’s standout player, JuJu Watkins, has equaled a Pac-12 record by being named Freshman of the Week for the eighth time this season. This achievement puts her on par with Cal’s Kristine Anigwe, who set the record in 2016. The only week Watkins did not win the freshman award was the week of Dec. 18, […]

While many may have been watching the FBS College Football National Championship, the women’s and men’s basketball teams of the Norfolk State Spartans and the North Carolina Central Eagles had a double-header on the same night. All four teams are formidable squads, which created two entertaining games for the fans at the McDougald-McLendon arena in […]

Following back-to-back wins against UNC Wilmington and Longwood, the Norfolk State Spartans are gearing up to take on their MEAC schedule in the new year. The Spartans finished their non-conference play with an impressive 10-4 record. They are the only MEAC team with a positive non-conference record; Maryland Eastern Shore is second at 6-7. After […]

Paige VanZant, the former UFC sensation, recently reflected on her decision to part ways with the UFC and venture into new territories, including her surprising success on OnlyFans, reported by mmafighting. The journey began in 2020 when VanZant faced Amanda Ribas at UFC 251, marking the end of her UFC contract. While the UFC expressed […]

In a heartbreaking setback for Chelsea Women, star forward Sam Kerr has been dealt a severe blow, with the club confirming that she has sustained an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, reported by GOAL. The devastating news comes as the team was gearing up for their first game of 2024 following a winter break during […]

The South Carolina Gamecocks have been women’s college basketball’s top team all season long. They came into the season as the No. 1 ranked team in the country and that has not changed now that conference play has arrived. The Gamecocks rolled to an 85-66 win against Mississippi State on Sunday to extend their win […]

It’s not every day you see a wild finish in a basketball game. Especially the way the Georgia Southern women’s basketball game finished against UL Monroe. It was truly a spectacular finish on Saturday. With just 10.3 seconds left, the Eagles were down 66-64. They quickly made their way down the court and scored a […]

There’s no question that Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark has become one of the biggest names in the sport across both men and women’s basketball. The senior sensation has become must-see TV with her electrifying play and uncanny ability to drop logo-bombs in the mold of Stephen Curry and Damian Lillard. She dropped 40 […]

As the 2023-2024 season of NCAA women’s basketball continues, a new wave of underclassmen (and some juniors) are making a name for themselves in the sport. In this editorial, we take a closer look at the top 10 current underclassmen and juniors, like JuJu Watkins and MiLaysia Fulwiley, highlighting their achievements and projecting their potential […]

In what could be considered prophetic insight, South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley’s expectations for guard Te-Hina Paopao’s shooting came to fruition as the Gamecocks overpowered the Florida Gators in a stunning 89-66 victory. The Southeastern Conference opener marked a significant milestone for the top-ranked Gamecocks, who now boast an impressive 13-0 undefeated streak […]

The recent eight-year deal between NCAA and ESPN, injecting an estimated $65 million annually into women’s basketball, has been hailed as a significant step forward for the sport. Key figures like UConn coach Geno Auriemma and South Carolina coach Dawn Staley have praised this development, emphasizing the potential for a revenue-sharing program similar to men’s […]

Manchester United goalkeeper Mary Earps has kicked off the new year with a well-deserved break in Barbados, sharing snapshots of her trip on Instagram, reported by GOAL. The 30-year-old England international posted pictures of her enjoying the beautiful Caribbean island, indulging in snorkeling adventures, and marveling at the vibrant New Year’s Eve fireworks. Expressing her […]

USC women’s basketball prodigy JuJu Watkins has been making a noticable impact both on and off the court. As one of the top scorers in college basketball, Watkins averages an impressive 26.8 points per game, ranking her second nationally behind Caitlin Clark’s 31.5 points per game. Her extraordinary performance propelled USC’s program to its highest […]

Baylor women’s basketball coach Nicki Collen and her sixth-ranked Bears experienced a wave of emotions in their inaugural game at the new Foster Pavilion, echoing the victories they used to celebrate in their former field house. Their opening game in the new arena was marked by a commanding 71-50 victory over No. 23 TCU, in […]

U.S. Open champion Coco Gauff, the U.S. Open champion, continued her impressive run at the Auckland Tennis Classic on Thursday, advancing to the quarterfinals after a 6-3, 6-0 win over Czech teenager Brenda Fruhvirtova. Fruhvirtova, known for her aggressive style, started the match strong, breaking Gauff’s serve in the early stages. However, Gauff quickly regained […]

The NWSL’s reigning champions, NJ/NY Gotham FC, has fortified their team by securing USWNT stars Rose Lavelle and Emily Sonnett. Both players inked three-year contracts with the reigning champions, Gotham FC, as announced on Thursday. Lavelle and Sonnett, celebrated winners of the Women’s World Cup, are transitioning to Gotham from OL Reign, where they competed […]

In a recent match that saw the UConn women’s basketball team continue their dominant run against top-tier opponents, an all-too-familiar adversary struck again: injuries. The Huskies, already operating with a reduced roster of 10 players, faced a significant setback when Aubrey Griffin, a key contributor, suffered a knee injury during their game against Creighton on […]

Iowa women’s basketball star player Caitlin Clark has become a focal point for sports commentators, even those who seldom engage with the sport. Her recent on-court spectacle, nailing a long-range buzzer-beater against Michigan State on Tuesday, not only highlighted why she is one of the top players in the country, but also sparked a media […]

The NCAA announced a massive eight-year, $920 million agreement with ESPN on Thursday. The deal, averaging $115 million annually, will cover 40 college sports championships each year, including the increasingly popular Division I women’s basketball tournament. The announcement ends years of speculation about the NCAA’s strategy to leverage the growing fanbase in women’s sports, especially […]

In a groundbreaking move for women’s soccer, the Bhathal family, known for their investments in the NBA’s Sacramento Kings, have officially acquired the NWSL’s Portland Thorns as of Wednesday. The acquisition, made through RAJ Sports, was finalized at $63 million, as revealed by a source close to the deal, per the Associated Press. This source, […]

In a recent development for South Carolina women’s basketball, head coach Dawn Staley has expressed confidence in the recovery of Adhel Tac, a promising high school talent, from a knee injury. Tac, a 6-foot-5 prospect from Texas, endured a season-ending knee injury in November but is set to join the Gamecocks for the upcoming spring […]

Naomi Osaka’s return to elite tennis at the Brisbane International, her first tournament since motherhood, ended with a second-round defeat against three-time champion Karolina Pliskova on Monday. Despite this, Osaka’s performance, particularly in her winning straight sets against Tamara Korpatsch, shows promise as she gears up for the Australian Open in Melbourne, set to start […]

The UConn women’s basketball team’s recent victory over Marquette on Dec. 31 showcased the depth and versatility of their roster. While Paige Bueckers’ 25 points were impressive, it was senior point guard Nika Muhl who stole the show, earning praise from both Bueckers and coach Geno Auriemma. In the 95-64 win, Muhl not only secured […]

In the world of sports, actions on the field can often spark as much conversation as the gameplay itself. LSU women’s basketball star Angel Reese recently brought to light a disparity in the portrayal of similar celebratory moves by two athletes, Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers and Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant, by Barstool Sports. […]

In a twist of fate, British tennis sensation Emma Raducanu has been handed a golden ticket to the main draw of this year’s Australian Open following the withdrawal of Lauren Davis due to injury. The opportunity comes as a beacon of hope for Raducanu, whose challenging year saw her WTA ranking plummet to 308 after […]

In a controversial finish that had social media and sports personalities buzzing, South Carolina women’s basketball Dawn Staley criticized the officiating after Caitlin Clark’s dramatic game-winner pushed Iowa women’s basketball to a 76-73 victory over Michigan State on Tuesday. Clark, synonymous with excellence in college basketball, led her team with a staggering 40 points, capping […]

Caitlin Clark, the standout star of Iowa women’s basketball, made history with a viral logo game-winner against Michigan State on Tuesday, solidifying her name in the record books. The remarkable shot came right at the buzzer and secured a 76-73 victory for Iowa. It was Clark’s 10th 40-point game of her career and broke a […]

Caitlin Clark led Iowa women’s basketball to a narrow 76-73 victory over Michigan State Tuesday. Clark led the way with 40 points, five assists, three steals, and a game-winning shot. Clark’s game winner, which was extremely impressive to say the least, led to a response from women’s soccer star Alex Morgan. CAITLIN CLARK FROM WAY […]

Aston Villa‘s Alisha Lehmann and Douglas Luiz have seemingly reignited their romance, sparking rumors of a reunion after a reported split in November 2022, reported by GOAL. The football duo dropped a major hint about their relationship status by sharing an intimate photo on their Instagram Stories, accompanied by affectionate emojis such as love hearts […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark has done it again. During Tuesday night’s game against Michigan State basketball, the NCAA sensation drilled a game-winner at the buzzer to take the win. Tied at 73 apiece as the final seconds of regulation ticked away, Iowa held the ball for the final possession. Giving the ball to […]

U.S. Open champion Coco Gauff started her 2024 season with a solid yet challenging victory at the Auckland Classic on Tuesday. Facing fellow American Claire Liu, Gauff emerged victorious with a 6-4, 6-2 scoreline, although not without some initial struggles. Gauff, known for her powerful forehand, initially struggled to find her range, particularly in the […]

British tennis sensation Emma Raducanu made a remarkable comeback to competitive tennis at the Auckland Classic on Monday, securing a hard-fought victory against world No. 134 Elena-Gabriela Ruse. This marked Raducanu’s return after an eight-month hiatus, with a scoreline of 6-3, 4-6, 7-5. Raducanu, who had a challenging 2023 due to injuries that required surgeries […]

UConn women’s basketball star player Paige Bueckers is redefining her role on the court. After enduring injuries that sidelined her for most of the past two seasons, Bueckers, now a junior, is embracing a significant shift in her basketball career. Known primarily as a point guard, she’s now making her mark as a forward. This […]