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fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Wallaroos outmuscled by USA Eagles after wild weather delays Pacific Four clash

We can definitely say that ill-discipline was the reason why we probably weren't able to play the rugby game that we wanted, captain Siokapesi Palu Sekona said post-match.
Washington Wizards
#nwsl
Women
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Most NWSL players currently oppose potential calendar switch

Majority of NWSL players oppose switching to a fall-spring season due to concerns over player health and safety.
Washington Nationals
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Sources: NWSL expected to vote on calendar shift this month

NWSL's Board of Governors may vote on changing the league's season to a fall-to-spring calendar, aligning with European leagues and MLS.
fromwww.bbc.com
11 hours ago

How the London 2012 Olympics changed Stratford

The area was previously dubbed "London's scrapyard" by Sowmya Parthasarathy, urban designer at Arup who worked on the Olympic Park for more than a decade. The site was home to light industry, dominated by overhead powerlines, and was broken up by rivers, roads and railways.
London
#olympics
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

"Wouldn't want it any other way": These two brothers are funding their Olympic dreams one OF subscription at a time - Queerty

Klass Francisks Rozentals embraces his Olympic dream funded by OF, rejecting criticism and emphasizing the necessity of side hustles for athletes.
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

"Wouldn't want it any other way": These two brothers are funding their Olympic dreams one OF subscription at a time - Queerty

Klass Francisks Rozentals embraces his Olympic dream funded by OF, rejecting criticism and emphasizing the necessity of side hustles for athletes.
Washington Nationals
fromESPN.com
18 hours ago

What did the USWNT learn ahead of World Cup after Japan series?

The USWNT's recent international window showcased their growth and readiness for the 2027 World Cup through impressive performances against Japan.
Miami Marlins
fromSoccer News
22 hours ago

Orlando City v Houston Dynamo: Spicer open to new role after return from injury - Soccer News

Tyrese Spicer returned from injury, scored as a right-winger, and expressed happiness in adapting to a new role for Orlando City.
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

If not us, then what?' Moana Pasifika coach fears for rugby talent lost to league

Tana Umaga fears the region's talent will gravitate to league and derail the Tongan and Samoan Test sides without a Super Rugby presence. The Super Rugby Pacific franchise is set to be disbanded after ownership confirmed it would not continue funding the unviable operation beyond this season.
SOMA, SF
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

World Cup 2026: Fans with disabilities 'excluded'

I just think they've priced people out. They've not restricted it, so anyone can get a wheelchair ticket, an accessible ticket. You don't have to prove you need one, which is what you normally do.
Soccer (FIFA)
#fifa
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago
US politics

FIFA faces pressure to call on Trump to stop ICE raids at 2026 World Cup

FIFA is considering asking Trump for a moratorium on ICE raids during the World Cup to protect attendees from immigration crackdowns.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago
World news

Iran has to come' to the US for the World Cup, FIFA's Infantino says

FIFA President Gianni Infantino insists Iran will participate in the World Cup despite safety concerns amid ongoing conflicts.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
2 days ago

Democrats' new affordability nemesis: FIFA

Elected officials criticize FIFA for high ticket prices and inadequate support for local transit during the World Cup, impacting economic outcomes.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

What is tailgating, and has FIFA banned it at World Cup stadiums in the US?

Football fans criticize FIFA for banning tailgating at World Cup venues in the US, impacting a beloved pre-game tradition.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

FIFA faces pressure to call on Trump to stop ICE raids at 2026 World Cup

FIFA is considering asking Trump for a moratorium on ICE raids during the World Cup to protect attendees from immigration crackdowns.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Iran has to come' to the US for the World Cup, FIFA's Infantino says

FIFA President Gianni Infantino insists Iran will participate in the World Cup despite safety concerns amid ongoing conflicts.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Inspirational success stories are great but is ADHD really a superpower for elite athletes? | Emma John

ADHD presents unique challenges for athletes, impacting their preparation and performance, yet many find ways to thrive despite these obstacles.
Boston Bruins
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

UCLA gymnastics focused on delivering Bruins' next national title

UCLA gymnastics aims for a national title, led by Olympic gold medalist Jordan Chiles, after a strong season and recent regional victory.
#athletics
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Gout Gout may be bigger than Cathy Freeman, but he alone is not athletics' elixir

Gout Gout set a world junior record for 200m at the Australian Athletics Championships, but attendance was disappointingly low.
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Gout Gout may be bigger than Cathy Freeman, but he alone is not athletics' elixir

Gout Gout set a world junior record for 200m at the Australian Athletics Championships, but attendance was disappointingly low.
#transgender-rights
fromBoston.com
3 days ago
LGBT

Boston activists warn of impact from Olympic policy banning trans women, intersex athletes

The IOC's new policy bars transgender women from women's events, reviving controversial sex testing practices and raising concerns among activists.
LGBT
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Boston activists warn of impact from Olympic policy banning trans women, intersex athletes

The IOC's new policy bars transgender women from women's events, reviving controversial sex testing practices and raising concerns among activists.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago

"He Gave Himself A Thumbs Up During Sex": People Are Sharing What It's Like To Date Pro Athletes

Dating an athlete involves unique challenges and perks, including intense training schedules and competitive personalities.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 days ago

Students Earning Credentials at Younger Ages

"This year's increase in undergraduate credential attainment isn't just about more completions-it's also about timing. More students are earning certificates and degrees earlier and that shift reflects how postsecondary pathways are changing and starting sooner than they once did."
Higher education
#2028-olympics
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Sticker shock: LA residents alarmed by price of 2028 Olympics presale tickets

Ticket prices for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles have shocked residents, with many finding high costs and significant service fees unexpected.
Women
fromQNS
1 month ago

Queens to host nine Olympic soccer games as part of LA28 - QNS

NYCFC's Etihad Park in Queens will host nine soccer matches during the 2028 Olympic Games, including group stage matches and a men's quarterfinal.
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Sticker shock: LA residents alarmed by price of 2028 Olympics presale tickets

Ticket prices for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles have shocked residents, with many finding high costs and significant service fees unexpected.
Women
fromQNS
1 month ago

Queens to host nine Olympic soccer games as part of LA28 - QNS

NYCFC's Etihad Park in Queens will host nine soccer matches during the 2028 Olympic Games, including group stage matches and a men's quarterfinal.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

South Philly dragon boat team dreams of reaching world championship

The Discovery Pathways Dragon Boat Team gives students a chance to dream even beyond the lakes and rivers of Philadelphia, providing opportunities that were previously inaccessible.
Fundraising
#boston-marathon
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

The Paris Marathon just went cup-free. Is Boston next?

The Boston Marathon is testing reusable silicone cups for hydration stations, moving away from single-use cups for its Boston 5K.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Will revival of Crystal Palace's hallowed turf' create more athletics history?

Crystal Palace stadium faces neglect and disrepair, prompting a redevelopment plan to revitalize the venue as a national asset.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

USOPC 'quite confident' of LA28 direction amid ticket sales uproar

LA28 leadership, including CEO Reynold Hoover and revenue chief John Slusher, reported to the USOPC about the ticket sale process and celebrated surpassing $2 billion in sponsorship agreements.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Prep baseball roundup: Big VIII League receives big-time performances

Jordan Ayala of Norco struck out 10 in five innings and finished with two hits and three RBIs in an 8-0 win over Eastvale Roosevelt.
Atlanta Braves
National Football League
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

NFL hires Brian Flinn as senior VP of global flag football

Brian Flinn appointed as NFL's senior vice president of global flag football to drive international expansion and growth of the sport.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
3 days ago

This Mountain Bike Brand Wants to Fund Your Local Race for Free

OneUp Components launches the SYLBR program to support local bike races by providing free t-shirts for fundraising.
Liverpool FC
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

A Mass. youth soccer club says it sent nearly half a million dollars to a company for a European trip. Now it's allegedly ghosting them.

A youth soccer club lost $450,000 after a travel company canceled a planned European trip just days before departure.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Former footballers to meet government over 'financial abuse'

Working-class footballers lost hundreds of millions to financial mis-selling, but the V11 group is still being pursued for tax on money they never had.
UK politics
East Bay (California)
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Prep talk: Oakwood, known for children of actors and actresses, is 14-0 in baseball

Mitchell Butler's legacy and Steve Smith's leadership are elevating Oakwood School's sports, particularly baseball, which boasts a strong 14-0 record this season.
fromEsquire
4 days ago

Eileen Gu Is Staying on Top

Eileen Gu is a two-time Olympian and six-time medalist in freestyle skiing, officially recognized as the best in history in her sport, earning $23 million last year in endorsements.
Women in technology
New York Islanders
fromEyes On Isles
4 days ago

The Bridgeport Islanders are heading to the Calder Cup playoffs

Bridgeport Islanders clinched a playoff spot in the 2026 Calder Cup Playoffs after a significant turnaround from last season's performance.
SF parents
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Presidio YMCA Trail Run & Healthy Kids Day Fair (2026)

The Presidio YMCA Trail Run offers family-friendly races and a fair to promote healthy living in San Francisco's urban national park.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Why the World Cup should be decentralized | Leander Schaerlaeckens

The World Cup should be divided into multiple locations globally to reduce the influence of authoritarian regimes and improve oversight.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Treliving, Spezza to lead Canada management team at hockey worlds | CBC Sports

Brad Treliving and Jason Spezza will lead Canada's management team at the upcoming world hockey championship.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago

From court to community: How Brooklyn's Dreamers N Doers is changing the game for local youth * Brooklyn Paper

"I saw people who never knew each other [before] meet at the event and develop strong relationships. A lot of people came just to watch and be part of that community. That's when I knew this was special."
Brooklyn
Women
fromESPN
14 hours ago

USA 3-0 Japan (Apr 17, 2026) Game Analysis - ESPN

Kennedy Wesley scored her first international goal, leading the United States to a 3-0 victory over Japan in a friendly match.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

More than a jersey: Kits are putting soccer's underdogs on the map

Lower-league soccer teams are redefining jersey culture, using kits for self-expression and identity, gaining global recognition despite their modest status.
Running
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Using Sports to Develop Good Character

Sports provide opportunities to practice virtues and improve moral character through repeated intentional actions.
fromDefector
3 days ago

Should I Take My Two-Year-Old To A Soccer Match Abroad, Or Can I Leave Him At Home? | Defector

Traveling internationally with a toddler requires careful planning and consideration. The longest flight a child has taken should be factored into the decision-making process.
Parenting
Fundraising
fromwww.ufc.com
4 days ago

UFC Partners With OnSide Youth Zone, Grapple Hub, And ReOrg For CSR Activations As Part Of UFC Fight Night London

UFC supports ReOrg to enhance the wellbeing of military and emergency services personnel through Functional Fitness and Jiu-Jitsu.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Mass. soccer coach plans to give back after $1M lottery win

A Ludlow soccer coach won $1 million in the lottery and plans to donate part of it to local youth sports programs.
Skiing
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Ice hockey coach admits to faking COVID certificate to enter China Olympics

Swiss Ice Hockey coach Patrick Fischer admitted to using falsified vaccination paperwork for the 2022 Olympics, facing significant backlash and a fine.
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Ex-USWNT star Allie Long signs with USL Super League's Fort Lauderdale

"I've never been out. I've never announced my retirement because it was always on my heart. I'm super excited to see where this goes and what comes of it."
Women
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

Student-athletes more likely to attend school than peers, new research finds

"Kids show up to school when they feel connected to adults, peers and are engaged in something meaningful," said Hedy Chang, chief executive of Attendance Works.
US news
Running
fromiRunFar
5 days ago

This Week In Running: April 13, 2026

The Gorge Waterfalls weekend featured significant prize money and competitive races, with standout performances in the 100k and 50k events.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Weir on World Cup dreams, coaching kids in Fife & Empire Biscuits

"It's right up there with some of my proudest achievements," she says of the street art. "It's coming up seven years and even with the Dunfermline weather, it's still managed to stay on."
Soccer (FIFA)
#wnba
fromBustle
3 days ago
Women

The WNBA Is About To Have Its Biggest Season Yet

The WNBA reached a new collective bargaining agreement that significantly improves player salaries and benefits, allowing the regular season to proceed.
fromESPN.com
4 days ago
Women

Commissioner: WNBA eyeing first international game in 2027

WNBA plans to play a game outside North America for the first time in 2027, expanding its global reach.
Women
fromBustle
3 days ago

The WNBA Is About To Have Its Biggest Season Yet

The WNBA reached a new collective bargaining agreement that significantly improves player salaries and benefits, allowing the regular season to proceed.
Women
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Commissioner: WNBA eyeing first international game in 2027

WNBA plans to play a game outside North America for the first time in 2027, expanding its global reach.
#curling
Women
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

A Portland Curler's Fight For Her Right to Compete

Transgender women face exclusion from women's sports due to federal mandates, impacting athletes like Sarah Maywalt who love curling.
Women
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

A Portland Curler's Fight For Her Right to Compete

Transgender women face exclusion from women's sports due to federal mandates, impacting athletes like Sarah Maywalt who love curling.
Washington Nationals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Can the USMNT and USWNT become America's favorite sports teams'? Their CEO thinks so

US Soccer aims for men's and women's teams to become America's favorite sports teams, enhancing popularity and participation in soccer nationwide.
Women
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

The German who recovered from a stroke to seal Olympic first

Kathrin Marchand, a para-athlete, returned to rowing after a stroke, embracing her new reality and competing at an elite level again.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Prep talk: LA84 Foundation continues to be champion for youth sports

The LA84 Foundation has invested over $250 million in youth sports, emphasizing the importance of access and play equity.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Kicked to the kerb' - is boxing failing its heroes?

Terry Spinks' fame masked a tragic decline into alcoholism and brain injury, highlighting the lack of care for retired boxers.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
5 days ago

Who are the female coaches to have taken charge of men's football teams?

Union Berlin has made history after appointing Marie-Louise Eta as their new head coach, becoming the first club in Europe's top five leagues to have a female head coach. Eta takes the job on an interim basis until the end of the season, having previously served as the club's assistant and U19 manager.
Women
Washington DC
fromFortune
1 month ago

The World Anti-Doping Agency wants to ban Trump and U.S. government officials from international sporting events for not paying their dues | Fortune

The World Anti-Doping Agency is considering a rule to bar U.S. government officials, including President Trump, from attending major international sporting events in response to unpaid dues and disputes over doping case handling.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Prep talk: Your guide to state basketball and soccer championships in Sacramento

It's time for the CIF state championships in basketball and soccer (first time for soccer) in Sacramento on Friday and Saturday. Basketball will be played at Golden 1 Center. Soccer is at Natomas High.
Los Angeles Rams
Skiing
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm representing Team USA in the Paralympics. It feels like the world is finally paying attention to us.

Dani Aravich discovered the Paralympics through her NBA job, leading her to pursue competitive track and field and cross-country skiing for Team USA after learning she qualified for a disability classification.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Curling had its moment at the Olympics and now Paralympics. It sparked a curling bonanza in America

Curling viewership surged during the 2026 Winter Olympics, driving thousands of Americans to try the sport at local clubs and learn-to-curl events.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A long time coming': table tennis world hails Marty Supreme-fueled boom

For decades in the US, table tennis has lived a double life: one of the most widely played sports in the country, yet still dismissed by many as a basement pursuit. Now, unexpectedly, it is having a cultural moment. The release of Marty Supreme, a film steeped in obsession and myth, and loosely based on postwar American table tennis champion Marty Reisman, has pushed ping-pong into the pop-culture mainstream just as US Major League Table Tennis sells out matches, clubs report growing interest, and younger players pick up paddles for the first time.
Film
Exercise
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

My 15-year-old is training for the 2034 Olympics. We are considering looking for financial sponsors for him.

Gavin Canzano, 15, is a talented aerial skier training with the US Ski Team program, supported by his parents pursuing the 2034 Olympics.
#youth-sports
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Building men's college basketball's version of USA vs. the World

The Texas Tech star (19.6 PPG, 7.5 APG, 44% from beyond the arc) is the son of a German father and recently played for Germany's 2025 FIBA U19 World Cup team. In that event, he averaged 17.3 PPG, leading the nation to a silver medal. He could be an All-American this season and represent Germany once again in the 2028 Olympic Summer Games.
National Basketball Association
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

How Much Do Current U.S. Olympic Athletes Actually Get Paid? - SnowBrains

Olympic athletes are unpaid for competing; medalists receive country-determined cash awards, sponsorships provide most income, and some private pledges offer delayed or conditional payments.
National Hockey League
fromArchitectural Digest
2 months ago

A College Apartment, One Vermont Ranch, and a Childhood Bedroom: How 7 Winter Olympians Live When They're Not Competing

Many Winter Olympians live in multifunctional homes that serve as locker rooms, recovery zones, and training bases, often sharing housing with teammates or family.
Marketing
fromTheWrap
2 months ago

The Creator Invasion of Sports Is Changing the Playbook

Sports leagues and broadcasters are partnering with digital creators to attract younger, more casual audiences through prominent collaborations at live events and major broadcasts.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Should the U.S. be prevented from competing in the Olympics like other lawless nations? - LGBTQ Nation

The 1980 U.S. Olympic boycott responded to the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan; similar foreign-policy conduct under Trump raises concerns about U.S. participation and international accountability.
fromPuck Prose
2 months ago

The United States enters the Olympics with something to prove again

After beating Canada 3-1 during group play of the Four Nations Faceoff, you could make an argument for the United States to be considered the favourite to win gold in the final. But just five days later, in that same game, the United States could not get the job done, ultimately succumbing to Canada 3-2 in overtime. Almost a year later, that loss still stings. A lot.
National Hockey League
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

Get into the Olympic Spirit at Lake Placid, NY, With Month-Long Olympic Festivities - SnowBrains

Lake Placid will host a month-long February celebration of Olympic legacy with nightly illuminations, competitions, interactive exhibits, and community viewing ahead of Milano Cortina 2026.
World news
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

After years of trauma, Amber Glenn and other U.S. stars are grateful skating is changing

Amber Glenn, at 26, becomes the oldest U.S. women's singles Olympic skater since 1928, signaling a shift toward older competitors and greater athlete well-being.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

As US Olympians call for tolerance and LGBTQ rights, some face Trump attacks and online hate

U.S. Olympic skiers called for de-escalation and respect amid domestic unrest, while one athlete's remark provoked sharp criticism from conservative leaders.
#team-usa
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

19 Athletes In Their First Olympic Games, Last Olympic Games, And Now

ICYMI: The 2026 Winter Olympics are currently underway in Milano Cortina. From the "Quad God" to all the athletes winning gold, there has been a ton of buzz around this year's games. And while we watch history happen, let's take a walk down memory lane and see how fan-favorite Olympians have transformed over the years: 1. To start, Michael Phelps made his first Olympic appearance at the 2000 Summer Games in Sydney, Australia, when he was just 15 years old:
World news
Soccer (FIFA)
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

The Biggest Reason to Travel This Year? Sports

Sports events are a major driver of global travel, fueling a $680 billion industry and motivating fans to travel internationally for both marquee and local fixtures.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

India's 2036 Olympic aspirations face tough scrutiny

The 2030 Commonwealth Games will be held in India, and the country is making strong efforts to host the 2036 Olympics, with the aim of giving more and more players greater opportunities to compete,
World news
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

How MLS' USMNTers endure long offseason to stay sharp for World Cup

Max Arfsten trains with hometown friends in Fresno during the offseason to stay fit and prepare for the 2026 World Cup.
Women
fromDefector
2 months ago

Team USA's Speedy Children Delivered A Beatdown Of Canada | Defector

U.S. women's hockey routed Canada 5-0, signaling sustained American dominance driven by younger, faster players and strategic coaching changes.
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