Women's Sports Articles - Page 45

In a homecoming for Caitlin Clark at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, the star guard led the Iowa women’s basketball team to a commanding 104-75 victory over Cleveland State. Clark’s 38 game points propelled her to the No. 9 spot on the all-time scoring list. The Hawkeyes’ victory was amplified by the support of […]

Canada clinched a dramatic 3-2 victory over the U.S. women’s hockey team in the Rivalry Series on Saturday, marking America’s first loss in this series. Marie-Philip Poulin’s decisive shootout goal and Ann-Renée Desbiens’ 22 saves were instrumental in Canada’s win, cutting the U.S. lead in the series to 3-1. Canada showcased remarkable resilience, overturning a […]

It would be an easy case to make that Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark is not just the biggest star in women’s college basketball, but arguably, in all of women’s sports at this point in time. She’s starred in commercials for State Farm with Jimmy Butler and Reggie Miller, inked an NIL deal with […]

Diamond Johnson made headlines this offseason when she announced her intentions to transfer from North Carolina State to Norfolk State. It’s rare for a player to leave a Power 5 conference such as the ACC for a smaller one in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, especially a player with the accolades and background of Johnson. However, […]

Naomi Osaka is officially returning to the WTA Tour after a year-long hiatus. Osaka, who was pregnant and also took a break due to mental health problems, announced her plans for “Chapter 2” as the upcoming tennis season begins in January. This is what Osaka had to say on social media Friday: “I know we’ve […]

Michele Kang, the majority owner of the NWSL’s Washington Spirit, has expanded her influence in women’s soccer by acquiring the London City Lionesses club, marking a significant stride in her ambition to establish a global women’s soccer network. This latest acquisition, announced on Friday, adds to her growing portfolio of women’s soccer teams, following her […]

In a another setback for the UConn women’s basketball team, sophomore forward Ayanna Patterson has been ruled out for the rest of the season following knee surgery. The announcement was made by the school on Friday, and marks another major injury blow for the 17th-ranked team, as Patterson has been unable to participate in any […]

The U.S. women’s hockey team secured a 3-2 victory over Canada in overtime on Thursday, thanks to a decisive goal from Captain Hilary Knight. The win, achieved just 28 seconds into the extra period, marked a significant 3-0 lead for the U.S. in the seven-game Rivalry Series. Knight’s decisive power-play goal, beating Canadian goalie Ann-Renée […]

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 […]

The Texas women’s volleyball team showed their championship caliber by defeating Wisconsin in the NCAA Volleyball Championships semifinals on Thursday. Despite expectations of rebuilding after last year’s championship win, the Longhorns are now eyeing a repeat title. “Yeah, we don’t have to prove anything to anyone,” Junior outside hitter Madisen Skinner said, via Steve Habel […]

Tennessee softball’s starting shortstop Mackenzie Donihoo announced her medical retirement. Donihoo, known for her significant contribution to Tennessee softball’s 2023 Women’s College World Series journey, expressed mixed emotions over this decision in a social media post Wednesday. Her impactful one-season tenure with the Lady Vols, following a transfer from the University of Oklahoma, was marked […]

In a blow to No. 2 UCLA women’s basketball, senior forward Emily Bessoir will miss the remainder of the season with the Bruins due to an ACL injury, repeating a setback that previously sidelined her for the 2021-22 season. The unfortunate injury occurred on Nov. 9 while Bessoir was representing Germany in the FIBA Women’s […]

Texas women’s basketball coach Vic Schaefer has boldly proclaimed his current squad as the best he’s coached since his tenure began in 2020. The statement comes on the heels of Texas’ historic undefeated start this season, marking a pivotal moment in the program’s resurgence on the national stage. Currently unbeaten and holding the fifth spot […]

In a groundbreaking move, Utah’s Crimson Collective has made history again in the NIL era, this time with a significant multiteam deal for women’s sports. The deal, estimated to be worth around $2 million, offers all eligible athletes, including walk-ons, from the Utah women’s and men’s basketball and women’s gymnastics teams at the University of […]

Despite a commanding 133-44 win over McNeese State on Tuesday, LSU women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey believes her team’s defense still has room for growth. The sentiment comes in the wake of a game where the No. 7 Tigers, now 10-1, initially faced a challenge, tied at 10-10 in the first quarter, before their defensive […]

Emma Hayes, the newly-appointed manager of the USWNT, has been named a finalist for The Best FIFA Women’s Coach Award 2023. This recognition is given to the most outstanding performers in the women’s game from Aug. 1, 2022, to Aug. 20, 2023, and the winner will be announced at a ceremony in London on Jan. […]

In a recent update for LSU women’s basketball, point guard Hailey Van Lith has been sidelined with plantar fasciitis. The news came in the wake of LSU’s dominant 133-44 victory over McNeese State on Tuesday, a game that showcased the team’s defensive strength but also highlighted the challenges they face without key players like Van […]

In a stunning display of defensive strength, No. 7 LSU women’s basketball, led by coach Kim Mulkey, achieved an impressive feat by holding McNeese State scoreless in a quarter during their Tuesday night game. The Tigers’ 133-44 win over McNeese State not only broke the school’s record for the highest points in a game but […]

Angel Reese and the LSU’s women’s basketball team delivered an impressive performance, setting school records in their 133-44 win over McNeese State. The Tigers, under the leadership of coach Kim Mulkey, surpassed their previous high of 125 points, a record set in November 2022 against Bellarmine. However, what truly set this game apart was the […]

In the realm of boxing, a recent sparring session has ignited a renewed debate surrounding gender dynamics in the squared circle, and at the center of it is Claressa Shields, widely known as the ‘GWOAT’ (Greatest Woman of All Time) in boxing, reported by essentiallysports. The controversy involves a video capturing Shields being knocked down […]

The USWNT is set to face Mexico and Argentina in Group A of the first-ever Concacaf W Gold Cup, taking place in February and March 2024. A fourth team, to be determined by qualification playoffs, will join them in the group. The inaugural women’s soccer tournament will feature 12 teams, including Brazil, Colombia, Argentina and […]

The Utah’s women’s basketball team has witnessed a remarkable surge in performance from Alissa Pili, stepping up in the absence of Gianna Kneepkens, who sustained a season-ending foot injury. Pili, the star forward, has taken the reins of the 11th-ranked Utes, showcasing exceptional scoring in recent games. Following the injury to Kneepkens on Dec. 5, […]

In a heartfelt gesture of camaraderie and support, LSU women’s basketball star Angel Reese took to Instagram on Monday to express her support for her former teammate Kateri Poole. Reese’s post came in the wake of Poole’s departure from the LSU Tigers women’s basketball team. Reese, known for her standout performances on the court, posted, […]

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 […]

The Arkansas Pine-Bluff Golden Lions women stunned the previously 8-2 Arkansas Razorbacks with a 74-70 comeback victory. The trend of HBCU teams defeating Power 5 schools continues as the Golden Lions defeated Arkansas in the Razorbacks’ own gym. “We made history,” exclaimed Golden Lion head coach Dawn Thornton following the win. Though Thornton and UAPB […]

A recent FIFA report showed that over 150 players were subjected to targeted abuse on social media during the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Notably, the USWNT experienced a significantly higher volume of discriminatory or threatening posts compared to other competing nations, receiving more than double the abusive comments. The report, a collaborative effort between FIFA […]

In a significant organizational shift, the WTA announced on Tuesday that Steve Simon will step down from his role as CEO while continuing as the executive chairman. The change is part of a broader restructuring strategy, which Simon emphasized has been in planning for several months and is unrelated to the recent player complaints at […]

Iowa women’s basketball star point guard Caitlin Clark recently inked a deal with Gatorade, making her the fourth collegiate athlete and second women’s basketball player to be endorsed by the brand. The agreement is a significant addition to Clark’s growing NIL portfolio. Clark, the national player of the year, has been a standout in college […]

JuJu Watkins, the standout player for the No. 6 USC women’s basketball team, delivered a stellar performance in front of her favorite player, Los Angeles Lakers legend LeBron James, and his daughter Zhuri on Sunday. Watkins scored 27 points in 28 minutes, leading the Trojans to an impressive 85-53 victory over UC Riverside. The win […]

In a significant milestone for UConn women’s basketball guard Paige Bueckers matched Maya Moore’s record as the fastest Husky to score 1,000 career points, accomplishing this in just 55 games. Bueckers’ landmark achievement came during a strong performance against 24th-ranked North Carolina in the Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase on Dec. 10, where she scored […]

Iga Swiatek has been named the WTA Player of the Year for the second consecutive time, a feat not achieved since the tennis great Serena Williams. Swiatek, who has dominated the women’s tennis circuit with her consistent performances, clinched the title Monday. Williams, who hung up her racket last year, had a stranglehold on this […]

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 […]

South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley praised Utah’s Alissa Pili, despite the Gamecocks’ 78-69 victory over the No. 11 Utes at the Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase on Dec. 10. Staley’s comments followed a game where Pili dominated with 37 points, showcasing her extraordinary talent against the nation’s top-ranked team. “I’d much rather get […]

LSU women’s basketball team coach Kim Mulkey announced that Kateri Poole is no longer part of the team. The news comes amid the team’s ongoing season, where the 5-foot-8 junior guard has seen limited playtime. Poole, who transferred from Ohio State and was a key player in the Tigers’ national championship run last season, appeared […]

Aston Villa star Alisha Lehmann expressed her astonishment at the groundbreaking attendance at the Women’s Super League (WSL) match between Arsenal and Chelsea, where a new record was set, reported by GOAL. The game, held at the Emirates Stadium, witnessed an impressive crowd of 59,042 supporters, establishing a remarkable milestone in WSL history. The match […]

The UConn women’s basketball program is off to a bit of a disappointing start this season, but that is not the fault of Paige Bueckers, who is back and playing like fans know her to be capable of. In a big 76-64 win over the North Carolina women’s basketball program, Paige Bueckers went viral for […]

The Nebraska women’s volleyball team, after a season of impressive performances and strategic plays, has secured its place in the NCAA Final Four. The achievement marks a significant milestone for the team, with it being its first Final Four appearance since 2021. During the critical match that solidified their spot in the Final Four on […]

The Ohio State Buckeyes have gotten off to a strong start to the NCAAW season. They’re currently 7-1 and ranked No. 12 in the country. They’ve got a big game coming up against the Penn State Nittany Lions who cracked the top 25 at No. 25 this past week. And they received good news this […]

The Indiana Hoosiers women’s basketball team opened up Big 10 Conference play this weekend with a 66-56 win against Rutgers. It was the seventh straight Big 10 opening win for the Hoosiers and it was also head coach Teri Moren’s 100th conference win. But the biggest story perhaps came at the end of the game. […]