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History has its eyes on youHistory has its eyes on you
History has its eyes on you
As the musical version of Alexander Hamilton said (by way of Lin-Manuel Miranda, because yes, we’re obsessed), “This is not a moment; it’s a movement.” And he was totally right. Ongoing protests and calls for equality and diversity are leading to great change in the sports world.
July 06, 2020
The beautiful gameThe beautiful game
The beautiful game
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The NWSL’s Challenge Cup is well underway, and not to brag or anything, but the North Carolina Courage are kicking ass and taking names, just as we predicted.
July 06, 2020
Bubble troubleBubble trouble
Bubble trouble
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Remember when we thought the NHL would announce their bubble cities by June 22nd? Oh, how young and naive we were.
July 06, 2020
Decisions, decisionsDecisions, decisions
Decisions, decisions
To play or not to play: that is the question many athletes are currently asking themselves as several leagues gear up to start (or restart) their seasons.
July 06, 2020
Interview with FIFA World Cup winner and NWSL star Mallory PughInterview with FIFA World Cup winner and NWSL star Mallory Pugh
Interview with FIFA World Cup winner and NWSL star Mallory Pugh
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On June 24th, Sky Blue FC's Mallory Pugh broke the news to Emily Mason of Hunterdon Central Regional High School that she is the 2019-20 Gatorade National Girls Soccer Player of the Year. The Gatorade Player of the Year award is the most prestigious award in high school sports because it recognizes the nation's most elite high school athletes for their accomplishments on and off the field.
June 29, 2020
Je ne comprends pasJe ne comprends pas
Je ne comprends pas
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If you were left feeling hella confused after Friday night’s NHL Draft Lottery, don’t worry: you aren’t alone. This is where we come in, to give #thegist of this year’s very unusual lottery.
June 29, 2020
It wasn’t over, it still isn’t over!It wasn’t over, it still isn’t over!
It wasn’t over, it still isn’t over!
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With all of these sports coming back, it’s hard to believe that we’re still in the middle of a pandemic, but it’s true. Here’s a quick round-up of what’s going on in a few other sports.
June 29, 2020
Save the dateSave the date
Save the date
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With less than five weeks to go until the beginning of the end of the NBA season, we finally have a schedule and some important games to mark along with it.
June 29, 2020
Too much too soonToo much too soon
Too much too soon
After taking a hiatus, sports are now making their comeback. But you know what never went away? COVID-19. And in some places (we’re looking at you, Florida), it’s as bad as it’s ever been.
June 25, 2020
Let’s get this breadLet’s get this bread
Let’s get this bread
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The moment we’ve all been waiting for has almost arrived: North American pro team sports will finally be back in action on Saturday, thanks to the NWSL. As they say, ladies first.
June 25, 2020
Play ball!Play ball!
Play ball!
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After an excruciatingly silly back-and-forth between the MLB and the MLB Players Association, they’ve finally kissed and made up. Which means baseball is coming back, baby!
June 25, 2020
In solidarityIn solidarity
In solidarity
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As many leagues begin to walk the walk after talking the talk about social justice and racial equality, a troubling incident in NASCAR demonstrated just how much work needs to be done.
June 25, 2020
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