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Australia defeated Turkey 87-71 in the Women’s Basketball World Cup, securing a place in the final phase and positioning themselves for a potential quarterfinal berth against Belgium.
The Portuguese powerhouse announces its lineup for the 2026–27 Basketball Champions League, highlighting new acquisitions and the coach’s vision
The draw for the upcoming FIBA Europe Cup revealed a 48‑team field split into eight groups, with qualifiers scheduled in late September and the regular season slated to begin on October 7.
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever will not bring up Belgium’s recent 4‑1 victory over the United States when he meets Donald Trump at the NATO summit, as the former president’s meddling in a US player decision sparks criticism of FIFA and raises questions about political decorum on the international stage.
Wall Street opened the week with a broad rally, the Dow crossed 53,000, while political moves and tech sector shifts reshape the landscape.
Syracuse University announced the addition of 5-foot-10 forward Elif Çayir from Turkey's Halkbank Super League, joining a transfer class that also features Emely Rodriguez, Jaleesa Molina, Tyi Skinner and Sarah Rambus, while Uche Izoje and Shy Hawkins lead a returning core.
Syracuse University’s women’s basketball program has announced the addition of Turkish forward Elif Çayir, who spent four seasons with Nesibe Aydin in the Turkish Super League.
The United States and Australia meet in Seattle on June 19, showcasing emerging talents like Ricardo Pepi and Gio Reyna in a match that will be broadcast on FOX, Peacock and Telemundo.
The United States will open its 2026 World Cup campaign against Paraguay in Los Angeles on June 12, marking the start of a tournament that blends experienced veterans with emerging talent under new coach Mauricio Pochettino.
The United States will begin its 2026 World Cup campaign on June 12 in Los Angeles, facing Paraguay in Group D. With a new coach, debutants and a mix of seasoned leaders, the squad hopes to translate its evolving identity into a competitive performance.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will span three nations, with Seattle hosting six matches. Featuring 48 teams, the tournament introduces new challenges — from climate and travel to political unrest — while veteran analyst Leander Schaerlaeckens offers insight into the dynamics shaping the competition.
With the United States refusing to host Iran’s team, Mexico steps in, moving the squad to Tijuana to avoid visa issues and addressing safety concerns raised by former President Donald Trump.
Veteran swingman Sam Dekker has been appointed assistant coach under head coach Lamont Paris, bringing a decade‑plus professional career and a championship pedigree to the University of South Carolina program.