Women's Sports Articles - Page 48

The PWHL is gearing up for a spectacular start to 2024, launching its inaugural game on New Year’s Day, the league announced Tuesday. Hockey fans are eagerly anticipating the inaugural face-off between Toronto and New York at the Mattamy Athletic Centre in downtown Toronto. Stan Kasten, a member of the PWHL Advisory Board, expressed his […]

As the NCAA women’s volleyball tournament bracket was revealed, five-time national champion Nebraska emerged as a top contender, securing the No. 1 seed. The Cornhuskers, led by head coach John Cook, enter the tournament with a remarkable 28-1 record, only recently experiencing their first season defeat against Wisconsin. The state of Nebraska has strong representation […]

Former Tennessee Volunteer legend and current Florida A&M Rattlers head coach Bridgette Gordon gets her first win of her current tenure as the Rattlers defeat the Jacksonville Dolphins, 59-54. After playing juggernauts like the Universities of Florida, Tennessee, and California, Florida A&M moves to 1-4 on the season with the victory, while Jacksonville falls to […]

With a close 60-56 victory over the St. John’s Red Storm, the Jackson State Lady Tigers improve to an impressive 5-1 record. They return from the Discover Puerto Rico Classic with a 2-1 record, having suffered their first loss of the year to the University of Central Florida, 63-54. Though no conference games have been […]

Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier, at just 27 years old, has been named to Forbes’ 2024 “30 under 30” list. This recognition comes amid her significant contributions to the world of women’s basketball, including her role as an advisor for a new high school league and her efforts to launch a new professional league during […]

Ali Krieger, a name synonymous with women’s soccer excellence, will be honored for her incredible career at a pre-game ceremony on Dec. 5 before the USWNT faces China PR in Frisco, Texas, in the second of two friendlies. A two-time Women’s World Cup champion and a significant figure in U.S. soccer history, Krieger’s farewell is […]

UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma faces a challenging season as injuries have forced the team to reinvent itself. The Huskies, who had a promising start with a full roster including star players like Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd, now find themselves in a position of uncertainty. At the beginning of the 2023-24 season, UConn’s […]

The USC women’s basketball team, spearheaded by the remarkable freshman JuJu Watkins, has achieved its highest position in the AP Top 25 in nearly three decades. The Trojans, currently ranked sixth after the AP released the Week Four polls on Monday, have reached this milestone for the first time since the 1994 season, when they […]

In the world of collegiate sports, injuries are an inevitable part of the journey. For Azzi Fudd, a standout guard for the UConn women’s basketball team, this reality hit hard. After sustaining an ACL and meniscal tear, Fudd’s resilience is bolstered by an unwavering support system: her family. During a practice session on Nov. 14, […]

In a crucial rematch at the Women’s Gulf Coast Showcase on Sunday, the No. 5-ranked Iowa Hawkeyes avenged their earlier season loss to No. 16 Kansas State with a 77-70 victory. The star of the night was none other than Hawkeyes’ sensation Caitlin Clark, who notched her 40th career game scoring at least 30 points. […]

Aston Villa‘s rising star Alisha Lehmann didn’t hold back in her candid evaluation of Aston Villa’s recent Women’s Super League (WSL) loss to Everton, which has left them languishing in the tenth spot, reported by GOAL. Despite their previous successes, including a dominant 7-0 victory over Blackburn Rovers in the FA WSL Cup, Villa couldn’t […]

The NC State women’s basketball team, ranked No. 10, secured a notable 78-60 victory over the No. 3-ranked Colorado on Saturday. The victory marked the second significant win for the Wolfpack against a top-3 team this month, following their win over UConn on Nov. 12. NC State quickly established dominance in the game, leading 22-6 […]

The University of Iowa women’s basketball team, led by guard Caitlin Clark, delivered an impressive performance in the Gulf Coast Showcase semifinal, handily defeating Florida Gulf Coast with a final score of 100-62. This victory not only advanced the Hawkeyes to the title game but also set the stage for a highly-anticipated rematch against No. […]

The South Carolina women’s basketball team set a new record for their program by allowing the fewest points in a game during their 101-19 win over Mississippi Valley State on Friday. The No. 1 ranked Gamecocks, now 5-0, quickly took control of the game after a brief initial deficit, outscoring the Devilettes 40-0 in the […]

The LSU women’s basketball team, led by standout transfer Aneesah Morrow, clinched a hard-fought 76-73 victory over Virginia in the Tigers’ final match at the Cayman Islands Classic on Saturday. Morrow, a formidable transfer from DePaul, stayed on the court for the entire 40 minutes, contributing 37 points, 16 rebounds and two assists.  The Tigers’ […]

Trilogies are often bittersweet. The world probably did not need three installments of  “Divergent,” or “Taken” (first one is a classic), but there is some pride in crafting an extended story that can keep fans invested, even reluctantly so. Luckily for boxing fans, a rubber match between Katie Taylor and Chantelle Cameron would likely be […]

Following an electrifying rematch that saw Katie Taylor emerge victorious and claim the undisputed championship at both 135 and 140 lbs, the boxing world is buzzing about the prospect of a trilogy with Chantelle Cameron. The hard-fought battle in London ended with Taylor securing a majority decision, showcasing her resilience and skill against the previously […]

The South Carolina Gamecocks under head coach Dawn Staley have become a national powerhouse. While the team may have lost several key players to the WNBA from last year’s team, Staley’s group of returners and transfers have not missed a beat. They are currently ranked the No. 1 team in the country and are undefeated behind […]

The No. 19 Tennessee women’s basketball team suffered a 71-57 defeat to the No. 21 Indiana Hoosiers on Thursday, marking the Lady Vols’ worst performance of the season. The absence of star player Rickea Jackson was a notable factor, but Coach Kellie Harper pointed out other areas of concern following the game. The Lady Vols, […]

In the gym of Cayman International School, a serious tone prevailed as UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma addressed his injury-stricken team. The No. 6 ranked Huskies, grappling with a spate of injuries, find themselves preparing to face No. 2 UCLA in the Cayman Island Classic with only 10 players. The team’s struggles have been […]

LSU women’s basketball star player Angel Reese has not been seen with the No. 7  Tigers at the Cayman Islands Classic basketball tournament during Thanksgiving week. Observations noted the absence of the 2022-23 All-America forward as the team, including players, coaches and support personnel, arrived in George Town, Grand Cayman on Wednesday, the Associated Press […]

In a postgame interview following Stanford’s 96-64 rout of Indiana on Nov. 12, senior All-American Cameron Brink reflected on a season that is quickly becoming a testament to resilience and transformation. Brink, who notched 20 points, 17 rebounds and four blocks in the early-season victory, highlights the team’s developing identity this season. “We came out […]

LSU women’s basketball superstar Angel Reese has doubled down on her Deion Sanders-like stance amid her controversial absence. Angel Reese has gone under the radar from LSU women’s basketball for the past several days. However, she made her presence felt on her TikTok account this week. @angelreese10 ♬ original sound – Positive_mindset23 Angel Reese has […]

USC women’s basketball freshman JuJu Watkins is already making history just five games into her college basketball career. In the Trojans’ narrow 71-70 win over Penn State Wednesday, Watkins led her team with 31 points and 12 rebounds. She had twenty points more than any of her teammates as she put up her third 30-point […]

Aston Villa‘s Alisha Lehmann is not just a force to be reckoned with on the field; she’s also winning hearts off it, reported by GOAL. The Swiss forward showcased her scoring prowess by netting twice during Villa’s impressive 7-0 victory against Blackburn in the League Cup at the Bescot Stadium. However, it was her post-match […]

U.S. Soccer Sporting Director Matt Crocker has expressed confidence that the appointment of Emma Hayes as the next permanent manager of the US Women’s National Team (USWNT) is worth the wait, reported by GOAL. The official announcement last week unveiled Hayes as the successor, set to take charge in May. Despite the tight timeline, with […]

Alisha Lehmann, the dynamic forward for Aston Villa, stole the spotlight in a remarkable League Cup victory over Blackburn, securing a 7-0 win while debuting a striking new hairstyle, reported by GOAL. Lehmann, known for her skill on the pitch and engaging personality off it, showcased her versatility by scoring two goals and capturing attention […]

Despite recently being formally named as the new head coach of the USWNT, Emma Hayes has affirmed her commitment to Chelsea, emphasizing that her primary focus remains with the English club. Despite the excitement surrounding her future role with the USWNT, Hayes has made it clear that her current responsibilities with Chelsea take precedence. “There […]

Utah Tech University announced the suspension of its women’s basketball coach, JD Gustin, for two games following a investigation into player complaints of misconduct. This decision comes after a private investigator, hired by parents of the players, submitted a report to the university in May. The report alleged that Gustin engaged in bullying, physical intimidation […]

The Notre Dame women’s basketball team clinched a remarkable 113-35 victory over Chicago State on Tuesday night. This dominant performance by the No. 17 Fighting Irish (4-1) against the struggling Cougars (0-6) marked the second-largest win margin in the program’s history. The game, which rapidly tilted in Notre Dame’s favor, saw the Irish initiate their […]

The UConn women’s basketball team faces a significant setback as junior guard Azzi Fudd will miss the remainder of the 2023-24 season due to a knee injury. Fudd, a pivotal figure in the Huskies lineup, suffered the injury during a practice session last Tuesday. According to Alexa Philipou of ESPN, Fudd suffered a medial meniscal […]

Roughly a month after signing an NIL deal with State Farm, Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark is set to star in a pair of new State Farm ads alongside NBA personalities Jimmy Butler and Reggie Miller. Clark, a senior at the University of Iowa, has already established herself as a dominant force in women’s […]

The University of Utah announced Tuesday the departure of Tom Farden from his role as the head gymnastics coach. This decision comes just nine days after Farden was placed on paid leave amid abuse allegations. The university issued a statement, indicating that both parties had reached a “mutual agreement” for immediate separation. “The past several […]

The Minnesota Lynx introduced the Lynx Changemakers platform on Tuesday, a new initiative aimed at supporting future female leaders and advancing women’s sports in Minnesota. This program, inspired by the WNBA’s league-level initiative started in 2020, marks a significant stride in promoting gender equity and women’s leadership in sports. The Lynx Changemakers platform is not […]

In the world of women’s college volleyball, Wisconsin’s head coach Kelly Sheffield stands out, not just for his remarkable track record but for his unconventional journey to the pinnacle of success. With a career that began far from the polished courts and roaring crowds, Sheffield’s path to coaching excellence is as unique as it is […]

Aston Villa star Alisha Lehmann has become a viral sensation for a heartwarming interaction with a disabled supporter before a Women’s Super League (WSL) match against West Ham, reported by GOAL. The Swiss striker, facing her former club, exhibited a touching moment of connection that has fans praising her as a “class act.” Lehmann, with […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark made a bold comparison when she appeared as the first college athlete guest on Peyton Manning and Eli Manning’s Monday Night Football broadcast, ManningCast. When asked to discuss Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs, Clark likened the pair to her Hawkeyes offense. “They’re one of […]

The Nebraska women’s volleyball team, under the exceptional leadership of captains Lexi Rodriguez and Merritt Beason, has crafted a remarkable season, standing undefeated with a 27-0 record and clinching the Big Ten championship. This feat, a testament to their resilience and skill, has positioned them as frontrunners for the NCAA tournament’s top seed. “We’ve been […]

Former Northeastern University track-and-field coach, Steve Waithe, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to charges related to a nude photo scam. Waithe was accused of duping female athletes into sending him compromising images and stealing similar content from their mobile devices. Waithe, 30, admitted to charges of wire fraud, cyberstalking and computer fraud in Boston’s federal court, […]