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Canadian Brooke Henderson wins second CPKC Women’s Open title

Canadians have been dominating the sports world all year long, and another name joined the fun yesterday: world No. 58 Brooke Henderson. The pride of Smith Falls, Ontario, came out on top at the CPKC Women’s Open in Mississauga, claiming her second national title. Eh-mazing.

August 25, 2025

Rugby, soccer, and basketball women’s sports records fall over the weekend

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The Summer I Turned Pretty, meet the summer women’s sports continued to thrive. Whether you’re Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah, everyone can enjoy this round-up of historic women’s sports moments from over the weekend.

August 25, 2025

Bay FC expected to shatter NWSL attendance record at Oracle Park

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From Lizbeth Ovalle’s record-setting $1.5M transfer to the Orlando Pride to The Show at San Francisco’s Oracle Park, women’s soccer history is being made from sea to shining sea in the NWSL this week. Here’s what you need to know about the fan-footy-tastic fun, plus how it fits into the latest trend in the women’s sports space.

August 22, 2025

WNBA breaks attendance record amid epic season

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More than 2.5M fans (and counting) have packed WNBA arenas this year, making 2025 the most-attended season in league history. Amazing what can happen when folks have access to world-class hoops — here’s the latest from the ever-captivating hardwood.

August 22, 2025

Breaking down the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup

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The 10th edition of the Women’s Rugby World Cup begins today at 2:30 p.m. ET as top-ranked (and tourney hosts) England open the competition against No. 10 USA. With women’s rugby hype at a fever pitch, here’s everything you need to know before kick-off. Let’s ruck and roll.

August 22, 2025

Connecticut Sun reportedly exploring multiple options for sale

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The struggling Connecticut Sun, who will officially miss the playoffs for the first time since 2016, aren’t just contending with on-court troubles — the saga surrounding the team’s potential sale is just getting started. Let’s break down yesterday’s fascinating ESPN report.

August 20, 2025

Durable Minnesota Lynx continue to set the pace as league-wide injuries mount

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Step aside crab fishermen — the most difficult job in the world isn’t on the high seas; it’s in WNBA arenas across the country, where team medical staff are dealing with a barrage of injuries. Here’s the latest from the league’s injury report.

August 20, 2025

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Milwaukee Brewers’ 14-game win streak snapped, underdog squad still leads MLB

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August 18, 2025

The Milwaukee Brewers’ franchise record 14-game win streak was snapped with yesterday’s narrow 3–2 extra inning loss to the Cincinnati Reds, but the Brew Crew’s rise to the top of the MLB standings is still the talk of the diamond.

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The GIST of It Podcast

Ep #487

It’s messy: Breaking down the messy potential Connecticut Sun sale

August 21, 2025

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It’s messy: Breaking down the messy potential Connecticut Sun sale

Money, money, money.

Always funny in a rich man’s world — like the WNBA, where the Connecticut Sun’s potential sale is causing some serious drama. On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz break down a new report from ESPN that details the behind-the-scenes moves as the league’s smallest market tries to find a new home. From potential buyers in new cities to the W’s plan to move the team whenever they like, it’s messy, messy, messy. Buckle up.