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Who will win the third annual WNBA Commissioner's Cup?Who will win the third annual WNBA Commissioner's Cup?
Who will win the third annual WNBA Commissioner's Cup?
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The WNBA’s third annual Commissioner’s Cup game — an in-season battle for hardware and moola — tips off tomorrow at 9 p.m. ET (on Prime Video), featuring the defending champ and Western Conference–leading Las Vegas Aces vs. the Eastern Conference top-dog NY Liberty.
August 14, 2023
The standouts in NCAA Division IIThe standouts in NCAA Division II
The standouts in NCAA Division II
About 14K athletes compete at the NCAA’s 313 DII schools, with top stars making the big leagues (particularly the NBA and NFL) — though that’s becoming rarer: With the transfer portal, it’s easier than ever for DII’s best to jump to a DI school.
August 11, 2023
💟 More than just a name💟 More than just a name
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💟 More than just a name
August 11, 2023
ESPN enters the betting game on a deal with Penn EntertainmentESPN enters the betting game on a deal with Penn Entertainment
ESPN enters the betting game on a deal with Penn Entertainment
On Tuesday, the sports media giant announced a deal with Penn Entertainment to officially enter the betting game.
August 11, 2023
Parity in NCAA Division IParity in NCAA Division I
Parity in NCAA Division I
Group of Five, mid-majors…whatever you call them, these smaller DI schools are rapidly catching up to their Power Five (er, Four?) competitors.
August 11, 2023
How does NCAA Division III work?How does NCAA Division III work?
How does NCAA Division III work?
There are 438 DIII schools nationwide, and although it’s rare for DIII athletes to go pro, it’s certainly not unheard of, with recent grads doing so from fútbol to football.
August 11, 2023
Spain and Sweden advance to the FIFA WWC semisSpain and Sweden advance to the FIFA WWC semis
Spain and Sweden advance to the FIFA WWC semis
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The FIFA Women’s World Cup (WWC) quarter-finals are off to a thrilling start, with No. 6 Spain and No. 3 Sweden set to face off in the semifinals after last night’s wins.
August 11, 2023
Who will claim the final two spots in the FIFA WWC semis?Who will claim the final two spots in the FIFA WWC semis?
Who will claim the final two spots in the FIFA WWC semis?
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The two remaining semifinal spots will be booked before tomorrow’s brunch reservation — here’s your guide to the crucial Saturday morning soccer.
August 11, 2023
This year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup (WWC) continues to smash attendance and viewership recordsThis year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup (WWC) continues to smash attendance and viewership records
This year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup (WWC) continues to smash attendance and viewership records
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As this year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup (WWC) continues to smash attendance and viewership records, the time to invest in global women’s soccer is now. Here’s a breakdown by the numbers.
August 09, 2023
NCAA indoor track & field rundown NCAA indoor track & field rundown
NCAA indoor track & field rundown
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No hibernation here — when fall gives way to winter, racers simply head indoors. The indoor track & field (T&F) season, featuring 875 women’s and 778 men’s programs, runs from just after winter break through mid-March.
August 09, 2023
Cross country is the name of the autumnal racing gameCross country is the name of the autumnal racing game
Cross country is the name of the autumnal racing game
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Cross country (aka XC) is the name of the autumnal racing game. There are a whopping 1062 women’s and 992 men’s programs across Divisions I (DI), II, and III, making it one of the NCAA’s most popular sports. All that collegiate competition is fertile ground for breeding future pros, from Olympians to marathoners.
August 09, 2023
The LGPA's AIG Women’s Open swings into action tomorrowThe LGPA's AIG Women’s Open swings into action tomorrow
The LGPA's AIG Women’s Open swings into action tomorrow
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And then there was one. The AIG Women’s Open — the LPGA’s fifth and final major of the season — swings into action tomorrow, hosted at the Walton Heath Golf Club in England. Fancy a spot of tee?
August 09, 2023
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