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AFL

'I just want to beat you': How love of competition motivates Adele and Lachlan on their footy journeys

Wheelchair football star Adele Van den Hoek and Inclusion football counterpart Lachlan Johannesen share their sporting journeys at the Toyota AFL Open.

AFL • AFL → 2 weeks ago

Cricket.com.au

Well-timed century hands McGrath a ton of confidence

Tahlia McGrath's all-round dominance at Junction Oval came at the perfect time before she steps in as ODI skipper.

Cricket.com.au → 6 days ago

MotoGP

Marc Marquez takes title lead with Sprint win, Martin crashes out of epic battle

The momentum shifts again in the World Championship as after seven laps of some of the best racing of the year, Martin crashes from P2 and subsequently sees his weekend end with injury.

●MotoGP → 10 hours ago

Cricket.com.au

Latest lone ranger Head calls for Cape Town collective

Opener calls out a trend in Australia's batting he hopes he and his teammates and put an end to at Newlands.

●Cricket.com.au → 5 hours ago

Cricket.com.au

'He'll be fine': Smith tipped to step up in series decider

The 37-year-old has been in the wars during the first two Tests but has history on his side when it comes to performing in big matches.

●Cricket.com.au → 5 hours ago

MotoGP

Fernandez withdraws from Australian GP

Last year’s Phillip Island victor will take no further part in Phillip Island final roar in MotoGP.

●MotoGP → 1 hour ago

MotoGP

Jorge Martin ruled out of Australian GP after Sprint crash

The Aprilia Racing rider has been declared unfit for Sunday’s Australian Grand Prix.

●MotoGP → 2 hours ago

Cricinfo

Mumbai Indians elevate Pollard to head coach ahead of IPL 2027

Pollard was part of the squad in each of the five IPL-winning seasons: 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020.

●Cricinfo → 2 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Brilliant and caring’: Tributes flow for former Power forward after ‘sudden’ and ‘devastating’ death

Former Port Adelaide player Daniel Stewart has been remembered as a “brilliant and caring teammate” after his sudden death at age 37.

●Fox Sports • AFL → 2 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Jayson Tatum downplays dispute with Jaylen Brown after contentious Instagram comment: 'This ain't no f***ing Shaq and Kobe'

Jayson Tatum would like everyone to stop making a big deal about his relationship with former teammate Jaylen Brown.On Friday, the Boston Celtics star found himself once again discussing the trade that sent Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers and ended a nine-year partnership in Boston.

●Yahoo Sports • NBA → 3 hours ago

Rugby League

Fox Sports

‘I would say no try’: NRL greats puzzled by controversial Bunker call in Samoa, PNG clash — LIVE

Papua New Guinea will play host to another unbeaten side in Samoa this afternoon with the winner to likely progress to the semi finals.

●Fox Sports • NRL → 3 hours ago

NRL

Fiji topple PNG to take big step towards semi-finals

The Fiji Bulikula have moved one step closer to a semi-final berth after claiming a dominant 40-4 victory over Papua New Guinea in Port Moresby. .

●NRL → 3 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

PNG pathways manager Joey Grima interacts with kids at Port Moresby

There's no shortage of local rugby league fans ready to cheer on the PNG Chiefs when they enter the NRL competition.

●Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 5 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Weren’t allowed’: Cheika hits out at denied Lebanon WC plea... and makes call on young gun

Michael Cheika has hit out at the Rugby League Players Association and International Rugby League, claiming he was denied a request for Lebanon to play a warm-up game going into the World Cup.

●Fox Sports • NRL → 7 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Dream come true’: Childhood mates turned rivals; England coach eyes extension — WC Daily

They grew up playing together, spent years as teammates and remain close mates to this day.

●Fox Sports • NRL → 8 hours ago

ABC Sport

One-time minnows Tonga and Samoa now star World Cup attractions

Tonga and Samoa, once regarded as minnows of rugby league, are now top-drawer attractions at the Rugby League World Cup.

●ABC Sport • Rugby League → 10 hours ago

NRL

Frequent flyer Robbo ready to put on a show in WA

Jillaroos superstar Julia Robinson is hoping to gain a new set of fans when Australia take on England in their IRL Rugby League World Cup contest in Perth.

●NRL → 10 hours ago

NRL

If you build it the wins will come: AJ backs England to deliver

Beaten but unbowed, England fullback AJ Brimson is adamant his team can hit back hard against France in their Round 2 clash in Perth.

●NRL → 11 hours ago

ABC Sport

In the wreckage of World Cup blowouts, hope is where you find it

Tonga's win over Lebanon kicked off what's expected to be a lopsided weekend in the Rugby League World Cup but there's still something to be gained amid the blow-outs. .

●ABC Sport • Rugby League → 12 hours ago

NRL

I love both my nations’: CNK set for emotional Cook Islands reunion

Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad will come face-to-face with a piece of his rugby league past when he runs out for New Zealand against the Cook Islands, the nation he first represented on the international stage.

●NRL → 12 hours ago

NRLRugby League

Fox Sports

‘Thought I wasn’t going to make it’: Sonny Bill Williams reveals life-threatening heart condition

NRL and All Blacks great Sonny Bill Williams says he could have died at any moment after doctors discovered a life-threatening heart condition.

●Fox Sports • NRL → 20 hours ago

NRL

Tonga outclass Lebanon to set up Samoa showdown

Tonga will take an undefeated record into next week's showdown with Samoa after claiming a 36-point victory over Lebanon on Friday night. .

●NRL → 21 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Lightning Koula runs 95m to score

Tolu Koula pounced on a loose ball and then ran 95m to score down the other end for Tonga.

●Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 21 hours ago

Fox Sports

Tonga sets up mouth-watering World Cup showdown... as Bulldogs young gun nails NRL audition

The countdown is on for the biggest battle of the year after Tonga continued its perfect start at the World Cup with a comfortable 36-0 victory over a plucky Lebanon team in Sydney.

●Fox Sports • NRL → 22 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Sonny Bill reveals open heart surgery

Sonny Bill Williams reveals he recently underwent open heart surgery in an emotional YouTube video.

●Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 22 hours ago

Fox Sports

Flyer’s huge contract call amid links to Sydney clubs; Bulldogs star to test open market: Whispers

Tyrell Sloan will head to the Super League after all despite being linked to the Eels and a return to the Dragons.

●Fox Sports • NRL → 23 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

With Leichhardt Oval out of action, Tigers in talks to take home game to New Zealand

Leichhardt Oval is receiving a revamp, so the Wests Tigers are ready to take an NRL game where they have never played.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 23 hours ago

NRL

Samoa storm past Wales to claim record-breaking victory

Fetu Samoa have their eye on a historic IRL Rugby League World Cup semi-final berth after soaring to a record-breaking win over Wales on Friday night. .

NRL → 23 hours ago

Fox Sports

Cancer-stricken NRL great Nathan Merritt charged after police raid home

Former NRL star and cancer-stricken Nathan Merritt has been charged with possessing a replica pistol and cocaine.

Fox Sports • NRL → 23 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

If you want every player singing the anthem, give them one they all want to sing

There’s no law requiring anyone to sing the national anthem. This isn’t North Korea, after all. But the confected outrage has a sinister subtext.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 1 day ago

NBABasketball

The Athletic

Jayson Tatum wants to stop Jaylen Brown drama: 'This ain't no f---ing Shaq and Kobe'

Tatum believes he and Brown "should be celebrated" and that the friction between them is a result of "not enough communication.".

●The Athletic • NBA → 3 hours ago

The Stein Line

Happy 25th, PTI

Of the many privileges that came with being a sports intern for The Washington Post in the 1990s, one of the most precious was being in the department's corner of the newsroom whenever columnists Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon decided to push away from their desks to argue about a sports topic.

●The Stein Line → 3 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Knicks become first defending NBA champions to begin season 0-2 in 15 years, lose 107-103 to Celtics

The New York Knicks lost their second consecutive game to open the 2026-27 season, falling to the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on Friday, 107-103.With the defeat, the Knicks became the first defending NBA champions to begin the next season 0-2 since the Dallas Mavericks started 0-3 to tip off the 2011-12 campaign.

●Yahoo Sports • NBA → 6 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Cooper Flagg leaves Mavs' win over Pacers with left shoulder soreness after taking hard foul from Aaron Nesmith

Mavericks star Cooper Flagg left Dallas' 121-105 win over the Indiana Pacers in the second quarter Friday and did not return because of "left shoulder soreness.

●Yahoo Sports • NBA → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Cooper Flagg forced out of Pacers game after suffering hard foul on fast break

The Mavericks said Flagg would not return to the game because of left shoulder soreness. .

●The Athletic • NBA → 7 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘7 steals, 18 mins’: Aussie star’s stunning piece of history; ‘rough’ Giddey reality laid bare — Wrap

Dyson Daniels was sensational as the Hawks continued their unbeaten start to the season, with the Aussie recording seven steals in a thumping 128-81 win over the Charlotte Hornets.

●Fox Sports • NBA → 7 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Unfortunate mistake’: Knicks’ $5.2m plot to clean up bizarre ‘ring lure’ mess revealed

The Knicks are handing out 275 championship rings to employees worth almost $4 million, The Post has learned.

●Fox Sports • NBA → 9 hours ago

RealGM

Fred VanVleet: Faster Rockets 'What It Was Supposed To Look Like'

Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet said the team's new up-tempo offense is what he expected before tearing his ACL last season. Houston showed the new approach in Wednesday's 128-110 season-opening win over the Dallas Mavericks. "It's been fun," VanVleet told Yahoo Sports.

●RealGM • Basketball → 10 hours ago

RealGM

Micah Peavy, Thunder Sign Two-Way Contract

Micah Peavy and the Oklahoma City Thunder have agreed to a Two-Way contract. Peavy was the 40th pick in 2025 and played 61 games with four starts as a rookie for the New Orleans Pelicans last season, averaging 4.3 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.0 assists.

●RealGM • Basketball → 10 hours ago

RealGM

Sean Pedulla, Kings Sign Two-Way Deal

Sean Pedulla and the Sacramento Kings have agreed to a Two-Way contract. Pedulla was the 2026 G League Rookie of the Year, averaging 20.3 points, 4.2 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 1.5 steals in 28.1 minutes across 42 games. Pedulla also appeared in seven games with the Los Angeles Clippers.

●RealGM • Basketball → 10 hours ago

Basketball

RealGM

Westchester Knicks Acquire Elfrid Payton's G League Rights From Spurs

The Westchester Knicks acquired the returning player rights to guard Elfrid Payton from the Austin Spurs. Westchester sent its 2026 second-round pick in the NBA G League Draft, originally from the Valley Suns, to Austin in the deal.

●RealGM • Basketball → 11 hours ago

Fox Sports

Former NBA top-10 pick’s clutch moment steals NBL thriller in wild scenes

Import Brandon Knight made Perth wait for him to join them for this NBL season, but he showed on Friday night he was worth the wait.

●Fox Sports • Basketball → 11 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Knicks call plan to use fake championship rings as employee phishing test 'an unfortunate mistake,' will issue rings to employees

The New York Knicks appear to be pivoting after a report that the team used the promise of championship rings as a cybersecurity test.

●Yahoo Sports • NBA → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

Knicks call championship ring phishing test with employees 'unfortunate mistake'

The Knicks also announced they would provide more than 275 rings to "players, coaches, employees and other members of the Knicks family.".

●The Athletic • NBA → 12 hours ago

NBL

Breakers welcome back MVP contender

The New Zealand Breakers have received a massive boost on the eve of their Round 6 clash with the Cairns Taipans on Sunday. The Breakers announced on Saturday that superstar point guard and MVP contender Parker Jackson-Cartwright has been cleared to make his return from a lower-leg injury.

●NBL → 13 hours ago

RealGM

Dalton Knecht, Knicks Sign Two-Way Contract

Dalton Knecht has agreed to sign with the New York Knicks on a Two-Way contract. The Los Angeles Lakers waived Knecht before the start of the regular season. Knecht was the 17th overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft out of Tennessee.

●RealGM • Basketball → 14 hours ago

NBL

Aussies Abroad: Thieving Daniels, masked Landale shine for Hawks

Dyson Daniels lived up to his billing as the "Great Barrier Thief'' as he and masked warrior Jock Landale helped the Atlanta Hawks extend their winning start to the NBA season.

●NBL → 15 hours ago

The Athletic

Knicks to sign Dalton Knecht to 2-way contract: Why New York is taking a chance on him

Dalton Knecht, 25, is the latest example of the Knicks' effort to find value with young players who didn't pan out in their previous stops.

●The Athletic • NBA → 15 hours ago

NBL

Three-time champ cleared for Taipans debut

Electric wing Jaylin Galloway will make his long-awaited Cairns debut on Sunday, when the Taipans host the New Zealand Breakers.

●NBL → 15 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Former Lakers first-round pick Dalton Knecht reportedly agrees to 2-way deal with Knicks

Dalton Knecht's NBA career got off to an auspicious start.

●Yahoo Sports • NBA → 16 hours ago

Aussie Rules

The Guardian

Daniel Stewart, former Port Adelaide AFL player, dies aged 37

Former Port Adelaide player Daniel Stewart has died suddenly at the age of 37. The Power confirmed Stewart’s death on Saturday as the club said it was “deeply saddened” by the news that had come as a “shock”. Continue reading...

●The Guardian • AFL → 3 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Port Adelaide mourn death of former player Daniel Stewart

Port Adelaide are mourning the sudden death of former player Daniel Stewart. The 37-year-old played in the AFL between 2010 and 2013.

●Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 3 hours ago

ABC Sport

Former Port Adelaide AFL player Daniel Stewart dies at 37

Port Adelaide AFL club will pay tribute to former Power forward Daniel Stewart at the first home game of 2027 after his sudden death at the age of 37.

●ABC Sport • AFL → 4 hours ago

AFL

Former Port Adelaide forward Daniel Stewart dies aged 37

The Power will wear black armbands at their first home game of 2027 after the sudden death of former key forward Daniel Stewart.

●AFL • AFL → 5 hours ago

ABC Sport

Former AFLW coach says likely player exodus to go 'well beyond Collingwood'

Former AFLW player and coach Lauren Arnell has criticised the standard of Collingwood, while emphasising the responsibility of coaches to "put on a show" to grow the game.

●ABC Sport • AFL → 7 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Pretending to do a yo-yo test’: Dad who helped shape bolter into top three AFL draft prospect

Before Heath Mellody became a top-five draft prospect, he was a youngster tagging along to the gym with his dad and pretending to complete AFL draft combine tests.

●Fox Sports • AFL → 12 hours ago

AFL

Your club's best 23 in 2027: Who's in, who's out, who's new

With the trade period over for another year, our reporters have their say on your team's best line-up for next year.

●AFL • AFL → 12 hours ago

AFL

'Coolest thing ever': Energetic Sun ticks off lifelong dream

Suns midfielder Maddy Brancatisano got her chance to complete a lifelong dream in January.

●AFL • AFLW → 12 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Doesn’t get much lower than this’: Pies’ ‘brutal reality’ laid bare in record-low as big trades loom

The end of the season can’t come quick enough for Collingwood, which produced its lowest ever score in its 100th AFLW match as Port Adelaide’s young guns ran riot at Alberton Oval.

●Fox Sports • AFL → 21 hours ago

AFL

Pies sink to new low as Port keeps finals dream alive

Port Adelaide has condemned Collingwood to its worst score in competition history in a 48-point drubbing on Friday night.

●AFL • AFLW → 21 hours ago

AFLAussie Rules

AFL

'Heat on everyone' as struggling Tigers get to work early

Tom Lynch says everyone must improve after Richmond only won three games in 2026.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

New Cat backs star teammate to get back to 'dangerous' best

Toby Greene has backed Jeremy Cameron to get back to his best for the Cats next year.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

AFLW round 11 LIVE: Collingwood suffer goalless loss to Power; latest results roll in

Collingwood went goal-less in a 48-point thumping by Port Adelaide to open round 11 of the AFLW season as the teams jockey for finals positions. Follow along live.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 1 day ago

ABC Sport

How the Western Bulldogs engineered a return to AFLW finals

The team's turnaround from rock bottom to the AFLW finals seems rapid but has been many years in the making. This is how they did it.

ABC Sport • AFL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

‘Question been asked’: Rumour cleared up on rival’s interest in Jamarra, ex-Magpie

St Kilda is reportedly not looking to sign Jamarra Ugle-Hagan and Bobby Hill.

Fox Sports • AFL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

‘Mentally taxing’: Duursma opens up on Dees move after ‘frustrating’ start to AFL career

Melbourne recruit Zane Duursma has admitted his first three years in the AFL have been “mentally taxing” as the ex-Kangaroo prepares to begin a new chapter.

Fox Sports • AFL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

‘Trying to get you to crack’: Inside AFL Draft grillings... as curliest questions revealed by players

New draft crop, same daunting environment and familiar curly questions.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

Why the Giants made their big off-season calls

The Giants made the tough calls this off-season, but where does it leave them heading into 2027?.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

Why delisted Eagle believes his best footy is ahead

Jack Williams meets with Tasmania as he searches for a second chance after being delisted by West Coast.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

ABC Sport

Disgraced former AFL footballer Nick Stevens to remain behind bars

Former AFL player Nick Stevens fails in his bid to have his prison term set aside after previously being found guilty by a jury of fraud-related charges.

ABC Sport • AFL → 2 days ago

Football

The Athletic

Jose Mourinho's start at Real Madrid: Iron-fist or easy-going?

The Portuguese 63-year-old was expected to bring a tough approach to the Bernabeu, but evidence suggests otherwise.

●The Athletic • Football → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Neymar, Rivaldo, Romario, Ronaldinho. Can Raphinha trump them all at Barcelona?

The 29-year-old Brazil international has been central to Barca's high-scoring start to the season in his new role as a No 9.

●The Athletic • Football → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Michael Carrick's monologue was admirable but underlined why he is not the man to revive Man United

The head coach spoke uninterrupted for five-and-a-half minutes and showed how much he cares. But the club need much more than that.

●The Athletic • Premier League → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Thierry Henry, Kylian Mbappe, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and the rise of fake football quotes

Fictitious quotations are nothing new in football discourse, but never have there been so many and never have they been so effective.

●The Athletic • Football → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Why the family of Liverpool's first European Cup-winning captain is selling his collection

Emlyn Hughes's collection of medals, shirts and memorabilia is expected to fetch more than £500,000 when it goes under the hammer.

●The Athletic • Premier League → 3 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘About the club’: Man Utd boss’ telling response on captain’s future after tactics bake

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is convinced he can arrest his side’s slump – but he has refused to confirm whether Bruno Fernandes will remain as the club’s captain.

●Fox Sports • Football → 8 hours ago

BBC

Villa could reconsider Garnacho deal - Saturday's gossip

Aston Villa have doubts on making Alejandro Garnacho deal a permanent move, Brighton to stand firm on Diego Gomez amid interest, Manchester United managerial candidates concern over players, plus more.

●BBC • Football → 10 hours ago

The Athletic

The Max Dowman conundrum: Mikel Arteta is wrestling with how to balance caution and opportunity

Arsenal's manager is wrestling with how best to use the 16-year-old, who has barely featured in the Premier League or Champions League.

●The Athletic • Premier League → 10 hours ago

The Guardian

Premier League news: Spurs’ nine injuries ‘normal’, says De Zerbi; ‘emotional control’ keeps Blues red-free

Tottenham manager insists medical team not to blame as more key players drop out while Alonso happy with Chelsea’s new-found discipline. Continue reading...

●The Guardian • Football → 10 hours ago

The Guardian

Enciso rescues point in storm for Ipswich to deny Nottingham Forest

Amid a Suffolk squall, winds whipping, a constant drum of rain, an encounter full of half-chances, mistakes, the obligatory refereeing controversy and searching questions. Do Ipswich possess the stones to deal with the big league? Perhaps so.

●The Guardian • Football → 10 hours ago

Premier LeagueFootball

The Athletic

Michael Carrick has come out fighting. Now it's time for Man United's players to do the same

The head coach delivered a five-and-a-half minute opening monologue at his press conference on Friday.

●The Athletic • Premier League → 14 hours ago

BBC

Arsenal fear Saka could be out for two months

Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka could be sidelined for up to eight weeks with the quadriceps injury he suffered against Bayern Munich.

●BBC • Football → 17 hours ago

BBC

Carrick refuses to rule out dropping Fernandes in emotional address

Michael Carrick speaks for five uninterrupted minutes at media briefing to outline what Manchester United means to him, then refuses to rule out dropping Bruno Fernandes.

●BBC • Football → 18 hours ago

The Athletic

The spectre of Antonio Conte looms over Manchester United. Should they press the button?

Some people will say that they do not like Conte’s style but he makes things so much simpler. He is a safe bet, a guaranteed winner.

●The Athletic • Football → 18 hours ago

The Athletic

Mikel Arteta urges 'patience' on Bukayo Saka injury with Arsenal winger set for further scan

The England international had to be replaced by Eberechi Eze early on in Wednesday's 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich after suffering an injury.

●The Athletic • Premier League → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

Fabian Hurzeler, Antonio Conte distance themselves from potential Manchester United job

The pair have been mooted as potential successors to Michael Carrick, who is under intense pressure after a winless run of seven matches.

●The Athletic • Premier League → 19 hours ago

BBC

Conte plays down 'unfounded' Man Utd speculation

Antonio Conte says he is not in advanced talks with any club, in response to speculation he has held talks with Manchester United.

●BBC • Football → 19 hours ago

BBC

Emery's Villa 2.0 reboot restores optimism before Man City meeting

Unai Emery's impressive 2.0 reboot has Aston Villa's fans in buoyant mood on the fourth anniversary of his appointment, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

●BBC • Football → 20 hours ago

The Athletic

Michael Carrick is the latest head coach struggling to solve Man United's identity crisis

The club, and fans, seem to have a sense they might have to move on from the football that propelled their most successful era, but how?.

●The Athletic • Premier League → 20 hours ago

The Athletic

Can boxing help save footballers who have gone astray?

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Graham Stack has created an event to help ex-pros – The Athletic went along to watch the action.

●The Athletic • Football → 21 hours ago

Baseball

The Athletic

Brewers, electric in long-awaited World Series, take Game 1. Can they build on this start?

The Milwaukee Brewers struck early against the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday night and never let go.

●The Athletic • MLB → 4 hours ago

The Athletic

Brewers strike first with victory over Rays in David vs. David World Series

With labor strife looming over the proceedings, Brewers delight home fans with their nervy style of baseball to seize Game 1.

●The Athletic • MLB → 4 hours ago

The Athletic

Brewers, Rays and a salary-cap fight: The World Series becomes a labor battleground

Plus: The latest on MLB and Mark Walter; MLB players in the Olympics; Last-minute lockout talks?.

●The Athletic • MLB → 5 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

World Series 2026: Jacob Misiorowski throws fastest pitch in recorded Fall Classic history at 103.5 mph

As expected, Jacob Misiorowski brought some record heat to MLB's biggest stage.The Milwaukee Brewers' ace fired a 103.5-mph fastball to Tampa Bay Rays leadoff hitter Yandy Díaz to open the 2026 World Series on Friday.

●Yahoo Sports • MLB → 7 hours ago

The Athletic

Jacob Misiorowski sets World Series velocity record with first pitch of Game 1

It took just one pitch for the record, which was set in 2016, to be broken by The Miz in Game 1 of the 2026 World Series.

●The Athletic • MLB → 7 hours ago

The Athletic

Little chance of extending current labor deal to avoid painful lockout, say union, league

A lockout could be disastrous for the league and its players, but neither side considers the status quo a real option.

●The Athletic • MLB → 8 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

World Series 2026: Brewers jump ahead of Rays early, Jacob Misiorowski and bullpen secure 1-0 series lead

After waiting 44 years to return to the World Series, the Milwaukee Brewers had to survive a stressful ninth inning in Game 1.A decent start by Jacob Misiorowski, a sharp bullpen performance and an early rally added up to a series-opening 3-2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday, even after closer Trevor Megill allowed a run in the ninth and was in danger of allowing more.

●Yahoo Sports • MLB → 8 hours ago

The Athletic

Four-part World Series preview. It all starts tonight

Welcome to The Windup, The Athletic's MLB newsletter.

●The Athletic • MLB → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

Ahead of the World Series, Brewers manager Pat Murphy got to meet 'The Boss'

Springsteen got wind of Murphy's love of his music and gave the Milwaukee manager a call on Wednesday that Murphy will never forget.

●The Athletic • MLB → 9 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Brewers add pitcher Brandon Woodruff to World Series roster after apparent season-ending injury in July

Somehow, Brandon Woodruff has returned for the 2026 World Series.Woodruff, 33, was added to Milwaukee's World Series roster on Friday before Game 1 against the Tampa Bay Rays. He will replace pitcher Chad Patrick on the 26-man squad.

●Yahoo Sports • MLB → 11 hours ago

MLBBaseball

Yahoo Sports

World Series 2026: Top Brewers and Rays players you might not know but probably should

Even while playing in some of MLB's smallest markets and with some of the lowest payrolls in the league, the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays have acquired and developed several players who have broken through to the mainstream.

●Yahoo Sports • MLB → 13 hours ago

The Athletic

Brandon Woodruff added to Brewers' World Series roster after suffering injury in July

Woodruff thought he'd require season-ending surgery on his shoulder in July but he was able to avoid it.

●The Athletic • MLB → 16 hours ago

The Athletic

Are fans interested in watching a Brewers-Rays World Series? Here's what you said

More than 7,000 of you gave your thoughts on this year's matchup and who you're rooting for. Here are the results.

●The Athletic • MLB → 16 hours ago

The Athletic

How to watch 2026 World Series: Full TV schedule for Tampa Bay Rays vs. Milwaukee Brewers

A first-time World Series winner will be crowned when the AL's best faces the NL's best. Here's how to tune in for all seven possible games.

●The Athletic • MLB → 20 hours ago

The Athletic

Craig Counsell, David Stearns made high-profile departures, but Brewers never missed a beat

Brewers owner Mark Attanasio: "What we've done in baseball ops the last five years is extraordinary.".

●The Athletic • MLB → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

The Brewers and Rays took opponents to school — and college baseball fans are loving it

Both teams apply the kind of pressure opponents rarely see. It’s a blueprint that works well on campus — and in late October.

●The Athletic • MLB → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

Bygone Brewers stars cherish World Series return: 'My heart has always been in Milwaukee'

In text chains and conversations, former Milwaukee players ask the impossible: Is this the year the Brewers win it all?.

●The Athletic • MLB → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

Harvey Kuenn led Brewers to World Series. His famed prosthetic leg leaves a larger legacy

Kuenn's lost leg is a Milwaukee quirk, but it has changed lives in profound and life-altering ways.

●The Athletic • MLB → 22 hours ago

The Athletic

In this World Series, the ghosts have home-field advantage: Haunted hotels await both teams

The Brewers and Rays have plenty in common. Even their road hotels — the Pfister in Milwaukee and the Vinoy in St. Petersburg — are haunted.

●The Athletic • MLB → 22 hours ago

The Athletic

Does MLB have a competitive balance problem? We ran the numbers to find out

What does competitive balance actually mean? With a small-market World Series about to begin, MLB's salary cap fight hinges on that answer.

●The Athletic • MLB → 22 hours ago

Cricket

Cricinfo

Travis Head hopes under-fire Australia find 'that collective batting day'

Australia have lost two of their last four Tests, by crushing margins at that, and the lack of partnerships - or more than one batter standing tall at any given time - has hurt them the most.

●Cricinfo → 4 hours ago

Cricinfo

Faf du Plessis to Steven Smith: 'You did nothing wrong, just be strong'

The Sandpapergate series was acrimonious, but the two captains had empathy for each other.

●Cricinfo → 5 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘S***house’: Head’s blunt response to batting debacle... and message for Aussie doubters

Travis Head has described Australia’s stunning collapse in Gqeberha as “s**thouse” but said the tourists are the world’s top-ranked Test team with good reason.

●Fox Sports • Cricket → 5 hours ago

Cricket.com.au

Strong, in-form list sets up Sixers for success in WBBL|12

After returning to the finals last season, the magenta outfit has only gotten stronger ahead of WBBL|12.

●Cricket.com.au → 7 hours ago

BBC

New Zealand v India - second T20 scorecard

Latest scorecard as New Zealand face India in the second Twenty20 International at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.

●BBC • Cricket → 7 hours ago

Cricinfo

'Don't know what he was thinking' - Harmer's surprise at Labuschagne's shot

Australia's No. 3 tried to take on the wind and failed to heap further pressure on his position.

●Cricinfo → 15 hours ago

Cricinfo

Harmer: SA realise Australia batters are human and can be put under pressure

Spinners back SA to adapt to whatever Cape Town throws at them in the series decider.

●Cricinfo → 15 hours ago

The Guardian

Bavuma’s nine-hour masterpiece was art we risk losing in Test cricket’s great purge

T20 franchise cricket is trash sport and killing the five-day game is cultural vandalism. What would Orwell have made of this? Have you read George Orwell’s review of Mein Kampf? This might not sound like a grabby reference, or a killer hook for the algorithm. But Hitler is always hot.

●The Guardian • Cricket → 15 hours ago

Cricinfo

Nabi, Rashid and quicks lead Afghanistan to tri-series title

Zimbabwe were bowled out for 169, with Ibrahim Zadran (70*) starring in the chase.

●Cricinfo → 16 hours ago

Cricinfo

Rawal century, Shree Charani four-for hand India comfortable win

Shafali Verma and Kranti Gaud also made useful contributions as India galloped to victory.

●Cricinfo → 17 hours ago

Motorsport

Formula 1

Can Ferrari stay ahead as a four-team fight takes shape?

Lawrence Barretto assesses the field after the first day of running at the Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas.

●Formula 1 → 4 hours ago

Formula 1

What the teams said – Friday in the United States

The drivers and teams report back on all the action from Friday practice at the Circuit of The Americas ahead of the United States Grand Prix.

●Formula 1 → 4 hours ago

Formula 1

Hadjar rues ‘undriveable’ Red Bull in Austin

Isack Hadjar has explained why set-up changes left his Red Bull struggling for grip during second practice for the United States Grand Prix.

●Formula 1 → 4 hours ago

MotoGP

Crash to pole: Marc Marquez delivers Q2 showstopper at Phillip Island

The #93 sails to a dominant - but dramatic - Australian GP pole position in the damp conditions; Alex Marquez and Zarco complete the front row, with Martin rescuing P4.

●MotoGP → 7 hours ago

Formula 1

Why Norris found it 'very difficult' to maximise the McLaren

Lando Norris' was left to rue the MCL40's handling on the first day of running in Austin despite signs of pace.

●Formula 1 → 7 hours ago

Formula 1

Leclerc warns against ‘high expectations’ at US GP

After impressing in Free Practice, Charles Leclerc has shared why Ferrari will find it tough to maintain top spot for the rest of the United States Grand Prix weekend.

●Formula 1 → 7 hours ago

Formula 1

Antonelli explains ‘steps forward’ with Mercedes’ upgrades

Kimi Antonelli is confident that Mercedes have begun to get the most out of their recent upgrade package at the Circuit of The Americas.

●Formula 1 → 7 hours ago

Formula 1

Leclerc sets the pace in FP2 at the United States GP

Charles Leclerc topped the timesheets in the second hour of practice at the United States Grand Prix.

●Formula 1 → 7 hours ago

Formula 1

Newey assesses Honda progress amid ‘buzz’ at Aston Martin

Adrian Newey has offered an encouraging assessment of Aston Martin’s progress behind the scenes, while admitting Honda are “a little bit behind” where he hoped they would be.

●Formula 1 → 7 hours ago

MotoGP

Marini ruled out of Australian GP

Despite continued rest and treatment, the Italian has been ruled unfit as a result of a virus.

●MotoGP → 8 hours ago

Formula 1Motorsport

Formula 1

Lindblad, Colapinto and Bortoleto to take penalties for US GP

Arvid Lindblad, Franco Colapinto and Gabriel Bortoleto have all received grid penalties for various PU changes at the United States Grand Prix.

●Formula 1 → 10 hours ago

Formula 1

AS IT HAPPENED: Second practice in the United States

Live coverage of the second Formula 1 practice session ahead of the 2026 United States Grand Prix in Austin.

●Formula 1 → 10 hours ago

Formula 1

AS IT HAPPENED: First practice for the United States GP

Live coverage of the first Formula 1 practice session for the 2026 United States Grand Prix in Austin.

●Formula 1 → 12 hours ago

Formula 1

Leclerc fastest in first practice for the United States GP

Charles Leclerc topped the times during first practice at the United States Grand Prix weekend.

●Formula 1 → 12 hours ago

The Guardian

‘A different kid’: from karting to F1 champion-elect, Antonelli’s ability has always stood out

With first drivers’ title all but secure, a friendlier champion would be hard to find, but Italian’s eight wins this season speak to his focus.

●The Guardian • Formula 1 → 12 hours ago

BBC

Leclerc fastest from Antonelli in US GP practice

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc leads Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli in Friday practice at the United States Grand Prix.

●BBC • Formula 1 → 13 hours ago

Formula 1

Can Alpine bounce back and take the P5 fight to Racing Bulls?

Racing Bulls have built a 32-point advantage over Alpine in the fight for P5, but Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto believe there is still time to turn the tables.

●Formula 1 → 18 hours ago

Formula 1

What could turn the race on its head in Austin?

After the lights go out in Austin, bettors will be watching closely to make smart betting decisions in real time.

●Formula 1 → 20 hours ago

Formula 1

McLaren drivers 'still allowed to race' each other – Norris

Lando Norris has offered an update on McLaren's intra-team orders ahead of the United States Grand Prix, after the reigning World Champion and team mate Oscar Piastri collided at the previous round in Singapore.

●Formula 1 → 20 hours ago

Formula 1

Crawford set for Mexico City FP1 outing with Aston Martin

Aston Martin have confirmed that Jak Crawford will drive the AMR26 during FP1 for the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix.

●Formula 1 → 20 hours ago

Rugby Union

The Guardian

Red Roses suffer back-to-back defeats for first time in 10 years as Canada make statement

History-makers, era-enders, giant-slayers. Breaking England’s unbeaten run was a statement for Canada last Friday but they backed it up in a 31-22 win to deal the Red Roses their first consecutive loss in a decade, sending a formidable message to the rest of world rugby.

●The Guardian • Rugby Union → 6 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘There’s a calling for it’: Tuqiri backs Nawaqanitawase, says Wallabies wasting Lomax

Lote Tuqiri believes rugby officials missed a trick by leaving Zac Lomax out of Australia A’s team. The former dual international also said Mark Nawaqanitawase has shown “balls” by considering his Wallabies future.

●Sydney Morning Herald • Rugby Union → 7 hours ago

BBC

Connacht secure bonus-point win over Zebre

Connacht return to winning ways in the United Rugby Championship with an eight-try 48-27 victory over Zebre at Dexcom Stadium.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 9 hours ago

BBC

Impressive Gloucester beat Bath to extend lead at top of Prem

Gloucester storm to their first win over Bath in the Prem at Kingsholm since April 2022 with a 23-5 victory built on an immense defensive display.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 9 hours ago

BBC

Patterson stars as Edinburgh beat Lions

A sparkling display from scrum-half Hector Patterson inspires Edinburgh to a comfortable URC victory over Lions.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 10 hours ago

BBC

Six-try Sharks condemn Cardiff to rare home defeat

Sharks score six tries to become first side to beat Cardiff at the Arms Park in 2026 in the United Rugby Championship.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 11 hours ago

BBC

Wade equals Ashton's Prem try-scoring record as Newcastle beat Sale

Christian Wade equals Chris Ashton's Prem try-scoring record with a 101st score as Newcastle post their first league win of their season against Sale.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 11 hours ago

BBC

Wales look to show top-six credentials in Japan

Wales need to build on encouraging home WXV Global Series performances when playing back-to-back Tests in Japan.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 13 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Mark, we fancy you as the Messiah. Don’t be a naughty boy

You’re about as good a winger as we’ve seen. You do things we’ve never witnessed done on the football field. If you don’t play for the Wallabies next year, you’ll be missed.

●Sydney Morning Herald • Rugby Union → 13 hours ago

BBC

England scrum-half Van Poortvliet signs multi-year Leicester deal

England scrum-half Jack van Poortvliet extends his stay at Leicester Tigers by signing a new multi-year deal.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 14 hours ago

MotoGPMotorsport

MotoGP

Bezzecchi fastest on Friday at Phillip Island, Aprilias gang-up on Marc Marquez

Two Aprilias in front of him and behind him, P3 for the reigning World Champion sees his nearest rivals all around.

MotoGP → 1 day ago

MotoGP

Marc Marquez pips Fernandez and home hero Miller to FP1 top spot

The reigning World Champion leads the 2025 Phillip Island winner and the Aussie after the opening stint of the weekend in Australia.

MotoGP → 1 day ago

MotoGP

MEDIA DAY DISPATCH: Phillip Island’s final roar sets us up for a rippa

Our last visit to ‘The Island’ brings the stories, the headlines and possible strategies as the title fight rumbles on.

MotoGP → 2 days ago

MotoGP

Introducing: MotoGP™ Academy

A new program launches on the Road to MotoGP, promoting the sport around the world and further increasing accessibility to motorcycle racing.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

Mir to miss the Australian Grand Prix

The #36 will remain on the sidelines at this weekend's Australian GP, with no replacement planned.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

MotoGP set for high-speed showcase at the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix 2026

Two wheels meet four at one of the world’s greatest racetracks in Austin, Texas.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Razgatlioglu to miss remainder of the 2026 season

The Prima Pramac rider will undergo surgery and be replaced by test rider Augusto Fernandez.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

MotoGP 2027 rider line-up: the grid is set!

Signed and sealed, the 2027 grid is confirmed! Find out who’s moving where ahead of MotoGP’s new era.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Alonso confirmed to race with Pro Honda LCR for 2027

The Colombian will move up to LCR from Moto2, racing alongside Zarco.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Honda HRC Castrol confirm Moreira alongside Quartararo for 2027

The #11 will race in the factory squad alongside the 2021 World Champion.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

Golf

Fox Sports

Aussie star makes LIV call as league’s disaster deepens with brutal triple blow

Australian Lucas Herbert is one of three new players leaving LIV Golf as the struggling breakaway league attempts a relaunch after filing for bankruptcy protection.

●Fox Sports • Golf → 7 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Like a house on fire’: Aussie vows to ‘link up again’ with NRL great as star sends Willunga statement

Daniel Gale has promised former NRL champion Ryan Papenhuyzen will be back on his bag for the Australian majors as he continued his fast start to the new season.

●Fox Sports • Golf → 12 hours ago

Fox Sports

Next big thing... to working the pro shop: Latest on Aussie prodigy’s comeback after unspeakable golf accident

Standing at a pro shop counter in Sydney’s southern suburbs, collecting $48 per player on a busy Saturday, is a bit different to vying for a share of US$6 million (A$8.5m) on the PGA Tour.

Fox Sports • Golf → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

Aussie great names best XI of gun golfing cricketers... and whether he makes his own cut

Back in Australia after commentary duties in South Africa — a trip that disappointingly didn’t include any golf — Greg Blewett’s game was showing a little rust Wednesday at the Willunga Golf Course.

Fox Sports • Golf → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Aussie golf star reveals major ambition as three-event homecoming confirmed

Australian golf star Marc Leishman will return home to defend his Victorian PGA title in December, but at the top of his “priority list” this summer is winning an Aussie “major” for the first time.

Fox Sports • Golf → 3 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Still miss him’: Kiwi gun’s touching Warne reveal as big boost for Aussie flagship event confirmed

Ryan Fox hopes to finish a “memorable” 2026 in style by becoming the first man since 1981 to win the British and Australian Open titles in the same year.

Fox Sports • Golf → 4 days ago

Fox Sports

Shootout turns wild in bizarre scene; rogue crowd move as epic Aussie renaissance emerges

The PGA Tour of Australasia is experiencing a renaissance, with crowds — and creatures — flocking in their masses to witness a drought breaking victory in Western Australia.

Fox Sports • Golf → 5 days ago

Fox Sports

‘How would he know?’: Rory hits back at $10m India claim... and doubles down on ‘huge’ call

Rory McIlroy has hit back at a rival’s claim his appearance at the India Championship was solely motivated by money, after a poor finish saw the Northern Irishman slide to 42nd in New Delhi.

Fox Sports • Golf → 5 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Literally shaking’: Sydney amateur golfer’s insane ‘one-in-72-billion’ double act

An amateur golfer has achieved two of the sports most unlikely feats – on successive holes.

Fox Sports • Golf → 5 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Sort of blacked out’: Ex-AFL player’s son finally breaks through after stunning WA Open finish

It had been a long time coming, but James Marchesani finally shook the proverbial monkey off his back with a near hole-in-one on the penultimate hole finally delivering his maiden PGA Tour of Australasia victory.

Fox Sports • Golf → 6 days ago

American Football

Yahoo Sports

Giants linebacker Tremaine Edmunds out for remainder of 2026 season with shoulder injury

New York Giants linebacker Tremaine Edmunds will miss the remainder of the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, The Athletic's Dan Duggan reports.Edmunds was already listed as out for Week 7's matchup with the Houston Texans.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 8 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders unionize, to start collective bargaining after pushing for better wages for years

The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, one of the most famous dance groups in sports have unionized after their limited pay and benefits have been the subject of discussion and controversy for years.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 8 hours ago

The Athletic

Lawrence McCutcheon, longtime Rams running back and executive, dies at 76

McCutcheon played for the Rams from 1972 through 1979, then spent 32 years in the team's front office.

●The Athletic • NFL → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

Seahawks RB Zach Charbonnet won't return vs. Chiefs, Walker; Nick Emmanwori has new injury

Charbonnet was activated from the PUP list on Thursday but will not play against former backfield mate Kenneth Walker III and the Chiefs.

●The Athletic • NFL → 10 hours ago

Andscape

Dak Prescott’s burden: Making the Cowboys champions again

This season, Andscape will document the ups and downs of this Black quarterback fraternity and how each of its members is carrying their specific burden of proof. When you’re the quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys, the spotlight is big and bright.

●Andscape • NFL → 11 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

'Football 301' takes closer look at Chiefs vs. Seahawks, the Kenneth Walker III revenge game

One of Week 7's most anticipated matchups unfolds on prime time as the Seattle Seahawks host the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday Night Football.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 11 hours ago

The Athletic

Rams WR Puka Nacua misses practice, questionable vs. Raiders with calf injury

Nacua is the latest Rams star to suffer an injury ahead of a pivotal Week 7 game against the Raiders.

●The Athletic • NFL → 13 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Baker Mayfield set to start for Bucs' Week 7 game vs. Panthers; WR Emeka Egbuka ruled out with concussion

Baker Mayfield is set to make his return Sunday in Carolina, according to Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles, who told reporters Friday that his two-time Pro Bowl quarterback looks "ready to go" for the road game versus the Panthers.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 13 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

The Rams were Super Bowl favorites. Now they're fighting a 30-year curse

It happens every year. A team lights the NFL world on fire with Super Bowl hope and expectation in the preseason, only to flop and fall short of a Lombardi once the season begins. And by "it happens every year," we literally mean it happens every year.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 13 hours ago

The Athletic

Trump suggests NFL could have postponed Paris game as protests escalate in France

More protests are scheduled for Saturday, prompting French authorities to ban gatherings in some cities.

●The Athletic • NFL → 15 hours ago

NFLAmerican Football

Yahoo Sports

Bears TE Cole Kmet out for the season after suffering knee injury vs. Patriots

The right knee injury suffered by tight end Cole Kmet during the Chicago Bears' Thursday night win over the New England Patriots has ended his season.Bears head coach Ben Johnson said Friday that Kmet will go on injured reserve after tests revealed the severity of the injury.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 15 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Patriots still waiting for A.J. Brown to start delivering like a No. 1 wide receiver

A.J. Brown turned in his best game as a Patriot on Thursday night, and it was still well below the level the team expected when it traded for him this offseason.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 16 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Jerry Jones' caveat for Cowboys' trade interest might answer question of whether one actually makes sense

NEW YORK — At the entrance to the Intercontinental Barclays hotel in Midtown Manhattan, Jerry Jones fielded questions from reporters.Will the Cowboys consider trade activity again before the NFL's Nov.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 17 hours ago

The Athletic

NFL Week 7 schedule rankings: My 5 favorite 'it's personal' games this Sunday

This is a big weekend for reunions and revenge. Kenneth Walker greets the 12s again, while Kyle Shanahan and Raheem Morris face the Falcons.

●The Athletic • NFL → 20 hours ago

The Athletic

The Bears are really good, plus a historic comeback

Welcome to The Pulse, The Athletic's daily newsletter.

●The Athletic • NFL → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

What is Bears' identity? As they showed Thursday night, they're a primetime team

Highlights included Caleb Williams throwing for more than 300 yards, Ben Johnson making a gutsy call and Cairo Santos delivering a big kick.

●The Athletic • NFL → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

Which 2027 NFL Draft prospects could help Chargers, Eagles, Rams, other struggling teams?

How quickly can NFL teams that are underwhelming in 2026 turn things around in 2027? It could depend on the draft.

●The Athletic • NFL → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

The Patriots have so little room for error. They made too many in Chicago

Thursday was a reminder for the Patriots of how thin the margins are after they made a few too many mistakes on both sides of the ball.

●The Athletic • NFL → 21 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

'They're young superstars': Caleb Williams, Drake Maye deliver fireworks but Bears QB does just enough to top Patriots

CHICAGO — On the surface, quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Drake Maye appear quite different. Williams unapologetically wears his emotions on his sleeve for the Chicago Bears and dons his fashion-forward fits everywhere.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Caleb Williams outduels draft classmate Drake Maye as Bears hang on against Patriots

Williams and Maye each surpassed 300 yards passing and threw for two touchdowns. A late Bears field goal ended the Patriots' comeback.

The Athletic • NFL → 1 day ago

Miscellaneous

Sportslogos.net

Laval Rocket Celebrate 10 Seasons in AHL With Special Jerseys

The Laval Rocket are celebrating 10 seasons of shooting for the moon with a new alternate jersey.

●Sportslogos.net → 9 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

ECHL, PACT! Team Up to Bring Hockey Fans Together Through Color-Swapping ‘Impossible Pair’ Initiative

The ECHL is teaming up with a social activism agency to bring hockey fans together through the rest of the 2026-27 season.

●Sportslogos.net → 14 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

Val d’Or Foreurs Celebrate Their Heritage in QMJHL With New Alternate Jerseys

The Val d’Or Foreurs are celebrating their franchise’s tradition and history with their new alternate jersey, which they unveiled earlier this week.

●Sportslogos.net → 16 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

Kansas State Wildcats To Debut New Purple Alternate Helmets On Saturday

The Wildcats have not worn purple helmets since 1988, the year before legendary head coach Bill Snyder introduced their distinctive "Powercat" logo. The post Kansas State Wildcats To Debut New Purple Alternate Helmets On Saturday appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.

Sportslogos.net → 1 day ago

Sportslogos.net

ECHL’s Fort Wayne Komets Kick Off 75th Season In Throwback Style With Help from Toledo Walleye

The Fort Wayne Komets kicked off their 75th season of pro hockey in style over the weekend with a little help from their rivals in Toledo.

Sportslogos.net → 1 day ago

Front Office Sports

Brewers’ $788K Fireballer Takes Center Stage at World Series

MILWAUKEE — Arguably the focal point of the unexpected 2026 World Series between the Brewers and Rays is a gangly, baby-faced fireballer with an open Pokémon obsession.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 1 day ago

Sportslogos.net

New York Knicks Tip Off Title Defense with Special Gold Uniforms

Winning it all comes with perks, and the Knicks cashed one in on Tuesday night with gold-trimmed uniforms for ring night at Madison Square Garden. The post New York Knicks Tip Off Title Defense with Special Gold Uniforms appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

Vancouver Goldeneyes Unveil Jerseys With Logo on Front Ahead of Second PWHL Season

All eyes were on the Vancouver Goldeneyes this week as they unveiled new sweaters for their second season in the Professional Women’s Hockey League.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

NLL, Capelli Sport Roll Out Home Jerseys For All 12 Teams, Including Some Major Changes

The National Lacrosse League and new jersey supplier Capelli Sport are making a big first impression with the release of home jerseys for all 12 teams — some of which are quite different from their predecessors.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

No Bones About It: ECHL’s Savannah Ghost Pirates Roll Out Spooktacular Halloween Uniforms

The Savannah Ghost Pirates are getting the skeletons out of their closets — quite literally — for the spooky season.

Sportslogos.net → 3 days ago

NHLIce Hockey

The Athletic

Inside the Connor Hellebuyck trade: Devils GM Sunny Mehta's full-court press ends the Jets' saga

Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff on Sunny Mehta and the Devils' pursuit: “When Sunny got serious, he got serious real quick.”.

●The Athletic • NHL → 10 hours ago

The Athletic

Leo Carlsson reflects on Flyers' offer sheet: 'A lot going on those five days'

The Anaheim Ducks center said Philadelphia's offer sheet last summer was "an offer that I couldn’t say no to.".

●The Athletic • NHL → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

NHL rumblings: Hellebuyck trade fallout — what it means for the Canes, Larkin, Hughes and more

Will the Hellebuyck deal spur the Wild to push even harder for Larkin, to entice Hughes to re-sign?.

●The Athletic • NHL → 13 hours ago

The Athletic

NHL trade grades: Connor Hellebuyck makes the Devils a contender

There's some risk in acquiring Hellebuyck but it's a worthy gamble for the Devils. For the Jets, the best news is that the saga is over.

●The Athletic • NHL → 15 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Connor Hellebuyck trade saga finally ends as Jets ship goaltender to Devils

Darcy Finley via Getty ImagesThe Winnipeg Jets have traded goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils, ending a saga that started at the end of the 2025-26 NHL season.

●Yahoo Sports • NHL → 15 hours ago

The Athletic

Connor Hellebuyck traded to Devils, ending long, messy saga with Jets

Hellebuyck made his trade request public in late August and is in the third season of an eight-year deal worth $8.5 million a year.

●The Athletic • NHL → 15 hours ago

The Athletic

NHL Power Rankings: Every team's most impactful newcomer so far

Let's look at some of the new names making their GMs look smart early on.

●The Athletic • NHL → 18 hours ago

The Athletic

Alex Tuch speaks on playing the Sabres, Buffalo memories, his exit and more

Tuch is preparing for his first game against his former team when the Sabres travel to play the Capitals on Saturday night.

●The Athletic • NHL → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

What to expect in Quinn Hughes' return to Vancouver with Wild: 'He'll be the villain, for sure'

Former teammates on Hughes' return to Vancouver: "You have to assume, coming back, he’s going to be looking to put on a show.".

●The Athletic • NHL → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

What are teams offering for Hellebuyck? Is NHL on verge of superteam era? Ask CJ

There were also queries about the Canadiens' inconsistent start, the future of the cap, the impact of Leo Carlsson’s contract and more.

●The Athletic • NHL → 21 hours ago

Ice Hockey

The Athletic

Gavin McKenna’s ice time and the age-old question: How much should a No. 1 pick play?

The Leafs' opponent Thursday, the Rangers, offered a comparable prospect in fellow No. 1 pick Alexis Lafrenière.

●The Athletic • NHL → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

A subtle movement has helped Jake Oettinger be the NHL's top goalie

It’s early, but the signs are there: This could be the monster season we’ve been waiting for from Oettinger.

●The Athletic • NHL → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

A hockey player's interview went viral. It's a perfect lesson in mental performance

In less than two minutes, Flames goalie Devon Cooley offered a rare glimpse into the psychology behind peak athletic performance.

●The Athletic • NHL → 22 hours ago

The Athletic

Isolation and identity crises: For injured NHLers, the mental grind is worse than the physical

Most people care about their jobs. Few people are their jobs the way professional athletes are. To lose that sense of self is terrifying.

●The Athletic • NHL → 22 hours ago

The Athletic

Matthew Tkachuk, Nick Cousins fined by NHL after scrap-filled Senators-Panthers game

Tkachuk was fined for punching Ottawa forward Dylan Cozens, while Cousins was fined for grabbing Tkachuk from the bench.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki out 2-4 weeks with upper-body injury, ending ironman streak

The 27-year-old Suzuki is Montreal’s leading scorer this season with five goals and 12 points in nine games.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Ron Duguay, ex-New York Rangers player known for celebrity escapades, dies at 69

Defined by his scoring flair and flowing hair, Duguay finished his NHL career with 620 points in 864 games.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

The Athletic

This Week in Sports Trivia: Oct. 22, 2026

How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

The Athletic

An ex-NHL enforcer joins the fight to diagnose CTE in living brains: 'I'm the guinea pig'

Jay Miller logged 174 combined regular-season and playoff fights in his NHL career. He wonders what toll it might have taken.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Buffalo Sabres' Owen Power playing with Matthew Mayich on his mind

Mayich, who has been on life support since Aug. 20 after collapsing during a workout at ASU, is the cousin of Power's wife, Victoria.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

AFLWAussie Rules

AFL

A giant of the game: AFLW pioneer Alicia Eva calls time on decorated career

GWS great Alicia Eva will retire at season's end, bringing to a close a decorated career.

AFL • AFLW → 1 day ago

AFL

WHO WINS R11? Two HUGE calls, SEVEN teams get no love

Our footy experts have made the call on AFLW round 11.

AFL • AFLW → 1 day ago

AFL

AFLW TEAMS: Crows' defensive boost, former No.1 pick dropped

The teams are in for Sunday's matches in AFLW round 11.

AFL • AFLW → 1 day ago

AFL

This Eagle is an AFLW superstar. Another bright career could still be ahead of her

Already an AFLW superstar, Eagle Ella Roberts is set for a bright future after her playing days.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

AFL

The snowball effect facing the Magpies after Schleicher's exit

Ruby Schleicher's departure from the Magpies is likely to make securing other out-of-contract players' signatures even harder.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

AFL

The 25, October edition: New No.2, biggest sliders, who missed out?

Welcome to 'The 25', where AFL.com.au's team of experts rank the best players in the game.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

AFL

AFLW R11 preview: Contenders meet in blockbuster, race for eighth heats up

Top-four teams Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs will meet in a round 11 blockbuster.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

AFL

'I'm pretty self-aware': Why Matilda Scholz wants to be famous

She's gone from strength to strength after being flung into the limelight in her first season of AFLW, but it's all sitting pretty well with Port Adelaide's Matilda Scholz.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

AFL

AFLW TEAMS: Dees make Hore call, Freo star returns, Pie done for the year

The teams for AFLW's Friday and Saturday round 11 matches are in, plus the squads for Sunday's games.

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AFL

Who gets a blazer? Sarah Black picks her 2026 AFLW All-Australian team

Picking the AFLW's best of the best is a task fraught with danger. Sarah Black explains her reasoning behind her selections.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

NBLBasketball

NBL

Superstars to collide in "juicy" matchup

Two of the League’s most entertaining stars will lock horns for the first time this season on Sunday, as Melbourne United take on the Sydney Kings. “This game is going to be juicy,” Derek Rucker said on NBL Now, presented by CODE Sports.

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NBL

Sixers receive big boost ahead of crucial clash

The Adelaide 36ers will be boosted by the inclusion of recruit Mangok Mathiang on Saturday, after coach Trevor Gleeson explained he would ‘play some part’ against the Phoenix.

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NBL

Checkmate: Knight proving worth the wait

In the space of just over 10 seconds, Brandon Knight showed he was worth the wait for the Perth Wildcats during their win over Melbourne United.

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NBL

How to watch & talking points: South East Melbourne v Adelaide

South East Melbourne Phoenix v Adelaide 36ersSaturday, October 24, 7.30pm AEDTJohn Cain Arena>> Play Mega Rewards NBL Tipping for your chance to win cashHow to watchWatch every NBL27 game live on ESPN, and Saturday hoops on 9 (in Melbourne and Adelaide), 9Go! and 9Now.

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NBL

How to watch & talking points: Illawarra v Brisbane

Illawarra Hawks v Brisbane BulletsSaturday, October 24, 5.30pm AEDTWIN Entertainment Centre>> Play Mega Rewards NBL Tipping for your chance to win cashHow to watchWatch every NBL27 game live on ESPN, and Saturday hoops on 9Go! and 9Now.

NBL → 23 hours ago

NBL

Knight in shining armour wins it for Wildcats

Brandon Knight took a huge charge on Cole Anthony and then hit the game-winner all inside the last 20 seconds to endear himself to the Red Army in the Perth Wildcats' heart-stopping 103-102 victory over Melbourne United.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Tipped for title, heavyweight still finding their feet

Melbourne United had one of the more successful off-seasons in terms of their roster build, with many predicting them to win it all during the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Going rogue: Hawks urged to trust offence

After a strong win over Melbourne last weekend, the Illawarra Hawks welcomed the defending champions into town on Thursday, hoping to continue an upward trajectory in their season. Unfortunately for the hosts, that form was short-lived, with the Kings easily winning the all-NSW derby.

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NBL

Kings’ bench repays Goorjian’s faith

Brian Goorjian admits he would have kept Andrew Carr out there longer had he known he was nearing a record rebounding night, during Thursday’s win over Illawarra.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

HoopsFest Fan Zone returns to Forrest Place

The NBL and WNBL, alongside the City of Perth have today announced the return of the free HoopsFest Bounce Nation Fan Zone to Forrest Place.

NBL → 2 days ago

MLSFootball

The Athletic

On heels of spirited final, U.S. Open Cup's future can become more robust

With all U.S.-based MLS teams set to participate once again, the U.S. Open Cup's once-murky outlook is clearing up.

●The Athletic • Football → 14 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

St. Louis goalkeeper Bürki alert after head injury in US Open Cup final

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — St. Louis City goalkeeper Roman Bürki was alert and in good spirits on Thursday after being stretchered off from the U.S. Open Cup final the night before, the team said. Bürki took a knee to the head while making a save late in the second half of regulation.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

ProRelForUSL – a new tradition unlike any other, but like so many others

STOCK | A game ball with the USL Championship logo is pictured before a men's soccer game between Sporting Club Jacksonville and the Pittsburgh Riverhounds in Jacksonville, Florida, on July 15, 2026. [Clayton Freeman/Florida Times-Union] | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co ProRel4USA is here.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 2 days ago

The Athletic

The 'spirit of St. Louis' shines through to cement Open Cup title, special U.S. soccer scene

St. Louis City's U.S. Open Cup triumph was a landmark moment for the club and a reminder of what this competition can conjure.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Robert Lewandowski interview: His Ballon d'Or favorites, adjusting to MLS and life after football

The Polish legend assesses the world's best stars while also giving his perspective on the transition to life in Chicago and MLS.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Who should win the men's Ballon d'Or? The Athletic asked 100 people from elite football to vote

Our reporters asked players and managers, past and present, coaches, sporting directors, scouts and presidents to vote for their top 10.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

The Athletic

How to play Strands: Sports Edition, step-by-step

Strands: Sports Edition has some twists that are worth knowing whether or not you've played the first edition of the game.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Welcome to Strands: Sports Edition, The Athletic's newest daily game

Strands: Sports Edition, our newest daily game, asks you to find hidden sports-themed terms in a grid.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

Backup Ben Lundt makes key save in shootout as St. Louis beats Crew to win Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Backup goalkeeper Ben Lundt made a key save in the penalty shootout of a 120-minute 0-0 tie with the Columbus Crew to help St. Louis City win the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup on Wednesday night. Timo Baumgartl gave St.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 2 days ago

The Athletic

St. Louis City wins U.S. Open Cup in PKs, with backup GK in place of injured Bürki

St. Louis City won its first trophy since becoming an MLS club in 2023, overcoming an injury to its captain and star goalkeeper.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

Tennis

WTA

Vote: What was the best shot of the week?

We've combed through all the matches in Ningbo and Osaka and picked our five favorite shots. Which do you think was the best? Check them out and make your pick.

●WTA → 16 hours ago

WTA

Rybakina overcomes Kawa, second-set dip return to Ningbo semifinals

Elena Rybakina weathered a second-set setback to beat Katarzyna Kawa on Friday night and book her place in the Ningbo semis. The defending champ won the first and third sets in identical fashion to earn her first completed match win as World No. 1.

●WTA → 17 hours ago

WTA

Who has the edge? Making the case for the Ningbo semifinalists

Marie Bouzkova will take on Leylah Fernandez in the first semifinal on Saturday. In the second, defending champion Elena Rybakina will play Diana Shnaider. We make the case for the semifinalists in Ningbo.

●WTA → 18 hours ago

WTA

Shnaider wins three-set classic over Jovic to make Ningbo semis

Diana Shnaider came through a three-set barnburner against Iva Jovic to reach the BNB Ningbo Open semifinals.

●WTA → 18 hours ago

WTA

Rybakina advances to face Kawa in Ningbo quarters after Polina Kudermetova retires

Top seed Elena Rybakina is back in the Ningbo quarterfinals after Polina Kudermetova retired in the first set of their second-round match Thursday. Awaiting her is Katarzyna Kawa, who reached the last eight with her first career Top 20 win over Belinda Bencic.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Shnaider edges Eala on seventh match point in Ningbo

Diana Shnaider triumphed in a meeting of two Top 20-ranked left-handers to return to the BNB Ningbo Open quarterfinals for a third time in four appearances.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Breaking down the quarterfinal matchups in Ningbo

We're down to the final eight at the BNB Ningbo Open, the second-to-last WTA 500 tournament of the season. Here's what to watch for in the quarterfinal matchups.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

By the numbers: Jovic beats Paolini for second time to reach Ningbo quarters

Iva Jovic recovered from an early deficit to defeat two-time Grand Slam finalist Jasmine Paolini 6-4, 6-3 and reach the quarterfinals of the BNB Ningbo Open. The fourth-seeded American will next face Diana Shnaider.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Fernandez's marathon win, Kostyuk's retirement headline Day 3 in Ningbo

Leylah Fernandez outlasted Aliaksandra Sasnovich in a 3-hour, 3-minute battle Wednesday to reach the Ningbo quarterfinals, while Marta Kostyuk's retirement propelled Ekaterina Alexandrova into the last eight and clinched Karolina Muchova's spot at the WTA Finals Indian Wells bid.

WTA → 3 days ago

WTA

Karolina Muchova secures final qualification place for FAGE WTA Finals Indian Wells

The elite eight singles field is set after Karolina Muchova secured the final place, earning a second WTA Finals qualification after winning titles in Doha and Bad Homburg and reaching the Wimbledon final.

WTA → 3 days ago

WTATennis

WTA

Vote: Which was your favorite WTA 1000 title run of 2026?

The 2026 WTA 1000 season is in the books, with nine players crowned champions across 10 tournaments. Vote for your favorite title run here.

WTA → 4 days ago

WTA

Swiatek withdraws from Ningbo, ends season to 'rest and recover'

Second seed Iga Swiatek has withdrawn from the BNB Ningbo Open because of a left thigh injury, and has announced that she's ending her season prematurely.

WTA → 4 days ago

WTA

Week in review: The moment of Maja's career and Kartal's improbable run

Maja Chwalinska won the first title of her career, Sonay Kartal came out of nowhere to reach a WTA 1000 final and more in the latest WTA week in review.

WTA → 4 days ago

WTA

FAGE named title partner of WTA Finals through 2029

FAGE will become title partner of the WTA Finals in 2026, with the agreement covering the championship’s move from Indian Wells to Charlotte and continuing through 2029.

WTA → 4 days ago

WTA

Meet your elite eight: A snapshot of the 2026 WTA Finals field

It's official -- we have our eight-player WTA Finals singles field. Karolina Muchova qualified on Wednesday, and she will join Elena Rybakina, Aryna Sabalenka, Jessica Pegula, Coco Gauff, Mirra Andreeva, Linda Noskova and Elina Svitolina in Indian Wells.

WTA → 5 days ago

WTA

WTA icons celebrate Navratilova's 70th birthday at star-studded dinner

A host of WTA icons celebrated Martina Navratilova's 70th birthday in Miami on Sunday night, including Pam Shriver, Chris Evert, Rosie Casals, Mary Carillo, Arantxa Sanchez Vicario, Chanda Rubin and Gigi Fernandez.

WTA → 5 days ago

WTA

Kerber wins the Luxembourg Ladies Tennis Masters for a second straight year

Angelique Kerber defeated Yanina Wickmayer in Sunday’s final, then reflected on the joy of returning to the court with a field of former Tour rivals, many of them mothers.

WTA → 5 days ago

WTA

One WTA Finals singles spot remains open: Here’s how Karolina Muchova can clinch it

Karolina Muchova is sitting out Ningbo and Osaka, but she can secure the final place if Iga Swiatek and Marta Kostyuk fall short of key results in Ningbo.

WTA → 5 days ago

WTA

Life after Roland Garros: How Chwalinska embraced the tough moments and won in Wuhan

In the few months that followed Roland Garros, Maja Chwalinska had to learn how to handle a whole new level of attention, but a strong Asian swing and a first WTA 1000 title in Wuhan show how far she has come.

WTA → 5 days ago

WTA

Eala snaps losing streak in Ningbo to extend breakout 2026 season

Alexandra Eala defeated Diane Parry 6-3, 6-1 in Ningbo to secure her 34th tour-level victory of the 2026 season and advance to the second round of the WTA 500 event. The Filipino snapped a three-match losing streak with the win and will next meet No.

WTA → 5 days ago

A-LeagueFootball

The Guardian

A-Leagues look past Manchester City distraction to ‘showpiece’ Melbourne derby

The Premier League scandal may have gripped English football but the A-League club is ‘critical’ to football’s presence and new strategy in Australia.

●The Guardian • A-League → 17 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘We’ll just f*** you off’: A-League star’s bizarre reporter threat after controversial red card ban twist

A-League star Sam Cosgrove has bizarrely threatened to cut off a reporter’s access in a press conference meltdown over questions about him circumventing a red card suspension.

Fox Sports • A-League → 1 week ago

The Guardian

South Melbourne make history with Australia Cup win that could change the future too

South Melbourne defeat Melbourne Victory 4-3 on penalties (1-1 aet) to cap night of celebration and become first non-A-League club to win the cup. It was remarkable. It was incredible.

The Guardian • A-League → 2 weeks ago

The Guardian

Old soccer meets new football: Australia Cup final heaves with significance

South Melbourne and Melbourne Victory clash on what promises to be a ‘special and historic night’ and in a triumph of the competition’s concept. One club represents new football, a keystone entity in the contentious reboot of Australia’s round ball game 21 years ago.

The Guardian • A-League → 2 weeks ago

The Guardian

A-Leagues launch clouded by Manchester City cheating scandal as APL vows to review findings

Australia’s football season to begin under a pall as Melbourne City shares owners with the Premier League giant found guilty of unprecedented breaches . The Premier League’s finding that Manchester City is guilty of breaching financial rules is already rippling across the football world, overshadowing Wednesday’s launch of the Australian domestic season in Sydney.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 weeks ago

The Guardian

Cloud hangs over Australian football with referees still on strike weeks out from A-Leagues opener

There are serious concerns about how the stand-off between FA, APL and the referees’ union will impact the start of the new season. There is a common saying that the best refereeing performance is the one nobody notices.

The Guardian • A-League → 1 month ago

Fox Sports

A-League bombshell as longest-serving coach exits club on eve of new season

Macarthur FC has been rocked by a major coaching change on the eve of the new A-League season, with long-time head coach Mile Sterjovski departing the club by mutual agreement.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 months ago

Fox Sports

‘Coming undone’: Disastrous A-League sign as own goals spark horror twin ‘Cupsets’

Two A-League clubs have been sent packing on a shocking evening of Australia Cup action, continuing a disastrous run for the country’s most powerful teams.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 months ago

The Guardian

Players hit out at A-Leagues’ conduct over pay offer: ‘Continues to erode trust’

A-League officials have been accused of negotiating in bad faith by speaking to the media within hours of their latest pay offer, as the players’ union said the conduct “continues to erode … trust”. The men’s and women’s competitions remain without a bargaining agreement two months before the start of the new season.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 months ago

The Guardian

Xabi Alonso plays down Welbeck and Henderson moves after Chelsea win

Xabi Alonso refused to confirm Chelsea are interested in signing the veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson after his first game in charge of the team, a 6-4 pre-season victory against Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday, but said he was looking to build a squad that had “proper balance”. Chelsea are understood to be in talks over a surprise move to sign the 35-year-old Welbeck from Brighton, with the club also reportedly interested in signing the 36-year-old Henderson from Brentford.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 months ago

Netball

ABC Sport

Diamonds looking lost and panicked as Constellation Cup woes continue

Australia's losing streak across the ditch continues in the Constellation Cup, where penalty counts, multiple injuries and world rankings have been major talking points. .

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 days ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds go down again as Ferns take control of Constellation Cup

Australia trails the four-game Constellation Cup series 2-0 after a 62-50 loss to New Zealand in Christchurch, but will hope to turn things around on home soil.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 days ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds boosted by imminent return of vice-captain

Diamonds vice-captain Kate Moloney is on track to return from injury and give Australia a much-needed boost for the Constellation Cup.

ABC Sport • Netball → 4 days ago

ABC Sport

850 athletes, 13 sports, and a powerful message to follow your dreams

Competitor Charlotte Bailey says the Games, which are underway in Melbourne, offer an important opportunity for people to see what the disabled community can do.

ABC Sport • Netball → 5 days ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds centurions forced to the bench in Constellation Cup loss

It was defender Courtney Bruce's 100th milestone game to start the Constellation Cup but the brand new centurion and her captain Liz Watson were both sent to the bench in Australia's 56-50 loss to New Zealand in Auckland.

ABC Sport • Netball → 6 days ago

ABC Sport

Live: Diamonds fall short against Silver Ferns in Constellation Cup opener

The Diamonds launch a late challenge but it is not enough to prevent the Silver Ferns from recording a 56-50 win in the first Constellation Cup Test in Auckland. Follow live.

ABC Sport • Netball → 6 days ago

ABC Sport

Sarah Sutter was an inaugural Thunderbird. Now her daughter is making history

Jazmin Mckay has joined the Adelaide Thunderbirds as the club's inaugural mother-daughter signing, following in the footsteps of her mother, a dual premiership T-Bird and gold medal winning Diamond player.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds name Klau for Constellation Cup squad

Diamonds goalkeeper Sarah Klau is named in Australia's squad for the Constellation Cup, despite being sanctioned by the sport's national governing body.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

ABC Sport

First Nations netballers driving change, bringing cultural safety

Netball has long lacked Indigenous representation at the elite level. The introduction of the First Nations Tournament and Black Swans are some measures the code is taking to address cultural safety.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

ABC Sport

Netballer fined after unprecedented assault charge

Diamonds defender Sarah Klau is handed a $5,000 fine and a suspended two-game ban after pleading guilty to assault and failing to disclose the incident prior to the Commonwealth Games. But she'll still be eligible to play at the Constellation Cup.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

WNBABasketball

Andscape

Inside Veronica Burton’s defining moments in the Golden State Valkyries’ playoff run

Veronica Burton has helped the Golden State Valkyries navigate a postseason of franchise firsts — from their first playoff victory to their first series win. Now, they turn their attention to the WNBA Finals.

Andscape • WNBA → 1 week ago

Andscape

LaToya Sanders won a WNBA title as a player. Now she wants the same for the Atlanta Dream as a coach.

On the afternoon of Game 3 of the WNBA semifinals last week, Atlanta Dream guard Rhyne Howard warmed up on a stationary bike just outside the visitors’ tunnel of the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.

Andscape • WNBA → 1 week ago

Andscape

WNBA legend Tina Charles is the New York Liberty’s all-time leading scorer. She’s also their newest intern.

NEW YORK — During a stoppage in Game 2 of the New York Liberty’s first-round WNBA playoff series against the Minnesota Lynx last week, the jumbotron showed Liberty legend Tina Charles, prompting a roar from the sellout crowd at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 weeks ago

Andscape

Close bond between Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard underscores Atlanta Dream’s success and their own

Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… In the second quarter of a July game against the Golden State Valkyries, Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray defended forward Cecilia Zandalasini as she tried to cut across the court.

Andscape • WNBA → 4 weeks ago

Andscape

Veronica Burton: The Golden State Valkyries’ love and respect for each other shows on and off court

Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton’s friendships with teammates — particularly fellow guard Kaitlyn Chen – have become an important part of her second season with the franchise.

Andscape • WNBA → 4 weeks ago

Andscape

Norfolk State alum Diamond Johnson’s goal is the WNBA. The Upshot League may help her get there.

Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… For former Norfolk State standout Diamond Johnson, every game she played over the summer in Upshot, a new domestic professional women’s basketball league, offered a chance to show she belongs in the WNBA. The Upshot League, which finished its inaugural season late last month, includes a mix of international players, WNBA alums and former college stars such as Johnson.

Andscape • WNBA → 1 month ago

Andscape

Awa Fam and Dominique Malonga are focused on the present, but their future in Seattle looks bright

NEW YORK — Awa Fam and Dominique Malonga prefer not to talk too extensively about what’s on the horizon for the Seattle Storm. They would rather focus on what they can see, even as they endure a disappointing 8-31 season, as if to temper their excitement about what comes next.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 months ago

Andscape

For Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton, family has always been a constant source of support

Long before Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton became a professional basketball player, her family taught her the value of discipline and hard work. She grew up with a sports legacy that spans multiple generations.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 months ago

Andscape

Nneka Ogwumike always looked out for the WNBA like family, and now it is growing thanks to her care

Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… If there’s one thing to know about Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike, it’s that she doesn’t play about her family.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 months ago

Andscape

Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin’s belief in her game has never faltered. Others now believe, too.

The first trait many people notice about Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin is her fiery red hair, which makes her easily identifiable on a basketball court. After a conversation with Austin, the second, surely, is her unwavering confidence. “I just know the type of player that I can be.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 months ago