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Taylor Swift fans go wild as Jason and Travis Kelce tease 'very special' guest on New Heights

Jason and Travis Kelce teased a 'very special' guest on their popular New Heights podcast that had Taylor Swift fans in agreement - but not in the way you might think. Speaking on Wednesday's show, the NFL brothers revealed to listeners that January 2 will see a 'very special guest episode' drop, with Jason adding that they 'finally got someone …

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5 days, 4 hours ago

The darker side of the rise of women’s sports: With more visibility comes more online harassment

Associated Press

NEW YORK — For Djaniele Taylor, attending WNBA games was the perfect way to rediscover a sense of community coming out of the long slog of pandemic-era lockdowns. Connecticut Sun forward Alyssa Thomas celebrates a basket while being fouled during the second half in Game 2 of a first-round WNBA basketball playoff series against the Indiana Fever, Sept. 25, 2024, …

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5 days, 22 hours ago

Dave Portnoy slams 'race-baiters' and 'fake fans' in blistering Caitlin Clark defense amid 'white privilege' saga

Daily Mail

Dave Portnoy has slammed both 'race-baiters' in the WNBA and 'fake fans' of Caitlin Clark in a blistering defense of the Indiana Fever star. 'You have a lot of jealous basketball players, pundits, whatever, race-baiters, being like: "Oh, the only reason Caitlin Clark is getting all these endorsements, all this attention, all everything is because she's white." Clark was named …

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6 days, 1 hour ago

From Caitlin Clark and Simone Biles to a new hockey league, women’s sports had a pivotal year

Associated Press

Record numbers of basketball fans filled arenas to watch the rookie seasons of Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese unfold. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print FILE- Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark, left, signs autographs for Iowa fans after Indiana lost to the Dallas Wings during …

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Atlanta and Seattle to play first WNBA regular season game in Canada in August

Associated Press

The WNBA will stage its first regular season game outside the U.S. when Atlanta and Seattle play in Vancouver on Aug. 15, the league announced Monday. “The WNBA Canada Game has been a tremendous opportunity to grow our league’s footprint, and we look forward to hosting the first-ever international regular season game with the Seattle Storm’s return to Canada to …

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1 week ago

WNBA Team Owner Catches Heat For Criticizing Time’s Caitlin Clark Cover

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING Sheila Johnson, co-owner of the WNBA’s Washington Mystics, sparked criticism on Friday after she told CNN that Time magazine could’ve put the “whole” league on its cover instead of Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark. Johnson, America’s first Black woman billionaire and co-founder of BET, suggested that Time could’ve named the WNBA as its “League of the Year” …

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Caitlin Clark brushes off WNBA 'white privilege' controversy as she joins Tyrese Haliburton at college game

Daily Mail

Caitlin Clark brushed off the controversy surrounding her TIME Magazine interview this week to soak up some college basketball. But Clark put the criticism behind her as she joined her NBA counterpart, Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton, at Wisconsin men's basketball game against Butler. Caitlin Clark was honored with TIME's Athlete of the Year award for 2024 earlier this week …

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1 week, 2 days ago

Megyn Kelly Attacked Caitlin Clark For Addressing White Privilege. Here's What Kelly's Missing.

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LOADING ERROR LOADING Megyn Kelly unleashed an attack against Caitlin Clark after the WNBA star talked about ways white privilege seeps into women’s basketball during an interview published in Time magazine this week. 1 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft, is also often credited for playing a significant role in the WNBA’s recent record-breaking attendance and TV ratings — dubbed …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Caitlin Clark should not have been singled out by Time, says Washington Mystics owner Sheila Johnson

CNN

CNN — Sheila Johnson, billionaire co-owner of WNBA franchise Washington Mystics, has criticized Time for its awarding of “Athlete of the Year” to Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark. The league’s overall attendance increased by 48% year-on-year to its highest level in over 20 years; this phenomenon has been coined “The Caitlin Clark effect.” A side effect of Clark’s success has …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Caitlin Clark stuns on red carpet at TIME event in New York after winning Athlete of the Year award

Daily Mail

A day after Caitlin Clark was announced as TIME's Athlete of the Year, she wowed in a black dress on the red carpet and as part of a panel at an event for the company in New York City on Wednesday night. The Indiana Fever star also took photos with track and field athletes Anna Cockrell and Dina Asher-Smith on …

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WNBA and players’ union meet to discuss new CBA

Associated Press

NEW YORK — The WNBA and the league’s players union met in person Wednesday to discuss a new collective bargaining agreement. “Today’s meeting included preliminary conversations and constructive dialogue, with a mutual agreement to continue discussions for a transformational, new CBA,” the two sides said in a joint statement. The WNBA players union opted out of the current collective bargaining …

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"Blocking out the noise": WNBA's Caitlin Clark fires back at Megyn Kelly in ongoing privilege debate

Salon

WNBA star Caitlin Clark broke the record for assists in her rookie season. Clark shot back at conservative commentator Megyn Kelly while accepting a Time magazine award for “Athlete of the Year” on Wednesday. "I think my best skill is just blocking out the noise, and hopefully it continues to be, because with the way things are going and where …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Golden State Valkyries select 11 players through WNBA expansion draft

Associated Press

SAN FRANCISCO — The Golden State Valkyries selected center Iliana Rupert from Atlanta, guards Veronica Burton of Connecticut and Carla Leite of Dallas and forward Maria Conde from Chicago with their initial picks of the WNBA expansion draft on Friday, the first players for the new Bay Area franchise that’s set to begin play next season. Golden State rounded out …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

WNBA season to begin on May 16 with new team Golden State Valkyries opening at home

The Hindu

An expanded WNBA with more games and a new franchise will tip off on May 16. The league extended its schedule to 44 games this year, up from 40, with the addition of a new team, Golden State Valkyries. “We look forward to tipping off the WNBA’s 29th season in May of 2025 and continuing to build on the success …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Sifan Hassan facing tough competition in BBC World Sports Personality of the Year award

NL Times

Sifan Hassan is one of several highly prestigious athletes who are nominated for the BBC World Sports Personality of the Year award. Other nominees include US Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles, Basketball player Caitlin Clark, and Armand Duplantis, who broke the Olympic and world record in pole vaulting in 2024. One of the contenders for the award is Simone Biles, …

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World's most marketable athletes revealed in shock new study... but can you guess which Olympic star is No 1?

Daily Mail

No NFL stars who play outside of Kansas City. Olympics sensation Simone Biles has been ranked the most marketable athlete in world sports The gymnast finished ahead of soccer star Vinicius Jr. and NBA legend LeBron James Messi's rival Ronaldo sits ninth on the list following his move to Saudi Arabia, while Real Madrid sensation Kylian Mbappe is two spots …

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WNBA star Caitlin Clark joins Cincinnati ownership group in bid for NWSL team

The Hindu

WNBA player Caitlin Clark is joining a group bidding to own a National Women’s Soccer League franchise in Cincinnati. The NWSL bid team said Clark’s influence on women’s sports will serve as a boost toward its goal for an expansion franchise. “The NWSL Cincinnati bid team is thrilled that Caitlin Clark has joined our ownership group in pursuit of bringing …

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USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb offers inside look at Trojans' growth

LA Times

When Lindsay Gottlieb thinks back to the start, her mind travels to a phone call 3½ years ago. I hope she doesn’t just go to Stanford.’” USC guard JuJu Watkins and her teammates celebrate during the Trojans’ 124-39 win over Cal State Northridge on Nov. 12 at the Galen Center. In the time it took Davidson to choose her college …

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Teresa Weatherspoon isn’t dwelling on surprising firing by Chicago Sky

Associated Press

Teresa Weatherspoon is focused on her future and not dwelling on the past. It’s been nearly two months since the Chicago Sky fired her as coach after just one season with the franchise. “I’m excited,” Weatherspoon said on a conference call for her new team in the Unrivaled 3-on-3 league. I process and I let it go.” It was the …

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Cleveland to bid for WNBA team. City has strong history with women’s hoops, Rockers once in league

Associated Press

CLEVELAND — Cleveland wants back in the WNBA game. With interest in women’s pro basketball surging, Rock Entertainment Group, which is also tied into the NBA’s Cavaliers, is trying to bring a WNBA expansion team to Cleveland. “Cleveland’s vibrant ecosystem of world-class assets, passionate and engaged sports fans, coupled with a culture that has allowed professional sports to thrive, make …

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Unrivaled announces its six teams with two spots still open as wild cards

Associated Press

Unrivaled finally has its teams set. Stewart’s squad includes former Seattle Storm teammate Jewell Loyd as well as current New York Liberty one Courtney Vandersloot. Collier’s Lunar Owls squad has Skylar Diggins-Smith, Natasha Cloud, Allisha Gray, Shakira Austin and one of the two wild card spots. Team Vinyl consists of Arike Ogunbowale, Rhyne Howard, Jordin Canada, Rae Burrell, Dearica Hamby …

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Sparks hire current University of Utah coach Lynne Roberts to fill head coaching job

LA Times

The Sparks have named longtime University of Utah coach Lynne Roberts their new head coach, becoming the second WNBA team to tap a current college coach to lead their franchise. Through our comprehensive international search, Lynne’s modern view of basketball, her communication skills, and ability to build relationships made her the right choice for the role.” Sparks general manager Raegan …

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Sparks miss out on No. 1 draft pick, landing again at second

LA Times

Former head coach Curt Miller and the Sparks parted ways after two, injury-ridden seasons. Magic Johnson, part of the franchise’s six-person ownership group, promised increased attention to help bring Los Angeles back to championship level after ending the year last season with an 8-32 record — the worst in the league. The Sparks, holding the highest odds in the 2025 …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Bird, Fowles, Pondexter, Beard headline Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2025

Associated Press

WNBA greats Sue Bird, Sylvia Fowles, Cappie Pondexter and Alana Beard headline the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2025 that was announced Friday. “They exemplify the highest standards in women’s basketball and have made substantial contributions to the sport along with shaping the game’s historical trajectory.” Bird has won at every level, including five Olympic gold medals, four …

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Taylor Swift fans go wild as Jason and Travis Kelce tease 'very special' guest on New Heights

The darker side of the rise of women’s sports: With more visibility comes more online harassment

Dave Portnoy slams 'race-baiters' and 'fake fans' in blistering Caitlin Clark defense amid 'white privilege' saga

From Caitlin Clark and Simone Biles to a new hockey league, women’s sports had a pivotal year

Atlanta and Seattle to play first WNBA regular season game in Canada in August

WNBA Team Owner Catches Heat For Criticizing Time’s Caitlin Clark Cover

Caitlin Clark brushes off WNBA 'white privilege' controversy as she joins Tyrese Haliburton at college game

Megyn Kelly Attacked Caitlin Clark For Addressing White Privilege. Here's What Kelly's Missing.

Caitlin Clark should not have been singled out by Time, says Washington Mystics owner Sheila Johnson

Caitlin Clark stuns on red carpet at TIME event in New York after winning Athlete of the Year award

WNBA and players’ union meet to discuss new CBA

"Blocking out the noise": WNBA's Caitlin Clark fires back at Megyn Kelly in ongoing privilege debate

Golden State Valkyries select 11 players through WNBA expansion draft

WNBA season to begin on May 16 with new team Golden State Valkyries opening at home

Sifan Hassan facing tough competition in BBC World Sports Personality of the Year award

World's most marketable athletes revealed in shock new study... but can you guess which Olympic star is No 1?

WNBA star Caitlin Clark joins Cincinnati ownership group in bid for NWSL team

USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb offers inside look at Trojans' growth

Teresa Weatherspoon isn’t dwelling on surprising firing by Chicago Sky

Cleveland to bid for WNBA team. City has strong history with women’s hoops, Rockers once in league

Unrivaled announces its six teams with two spots still open as wild cards

Sparks hire current University of Utah coach Lynne Roberts to fill head coaching job

Sparks miss out on No. 1 draft pick, landing again at second

Bird, Fowles, Pondexter, Beard headline Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2025