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The Canadian winner of the Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award, Doug Grandy, was recognized for his work with the Rink Rebels Female Hockey Organization, promoting inclusion for young girls, while other finalists Vinnie Matteo and Sonny Sekhon were celebrated for their community programs.
Visa complications, a relocated training camp and diplomatic exchanges shape the Iranian team’s journey to the World Cup, with key officials still awaiting entry clearance.
The NHL, NHLPA and V Foundation announced a $9.1 million haul for Hockey Fights Cancer, pushing total contributions beyond $53 million and supporting pediatric and adult cancer research in 22 NHL markets.
Martin Doubek overcame an early crash and injury to win Round 5 of the NASCAR Euro Series OPEN division in the United Kingdom, marking his first victory of the season. The race featured notable performances from Robin Bleekemolen, Raphael Lessard and a tightly contested championship picture.
Aymen Hussein, Iraq's leading World Cup striker, spent nearly seven hours under questioning at O'Hare International Airport before being allowed entry, while photographer Talal Salah was denied entry after a prolonged inspection. Their experiences underscore the heightened scrutiny facing the team as it prepares for its first World Cup appearance in four decades.
A data‑driven model combines Elo ratings and Poisson goal distributions to simulate the 2026 World Cup 10,000 times, revealing Spain as the favorite with a 16% win probability.
Exploring how a British university abbreviation evolved into a worldwide linguistic marker for the beautiful game.
Calgary-born forward Courtney Kollman, a 2018 Canadian World Junior bronze medallist, discusses her two seasons in Spain and Switzerland, the lifestyle differences she experienced, and her upcoming decisions about playing in Australia or returning to Europe.
Iranian players have been granted U.S. visas for the 2026 World Cup, but several senior officials and support staff remain pending approval, complicating preparations as geopolitical tensions linger.
U.S. visas have been issued to Iran's national football team for the 2026 tournament, but key administrators remain stuck in bureaucratic limbo, raising questions about the delegation's cohesion.
After guiding the Detroit Red Wings toward a playoff resurgence, captain Dylan Larkin abruptly reversed course, opting to leave the franchise. The move follows a dip in his performance post‑Winter Olympics and hints at broader ambitions.
With the tournament set to unfold across North America and Central America, researchers highlight how alcohol can mask the body's cooling signals, increasing the risk of heat‑related illness for fans gathering in stadiums and fan zones.
Fans gather at Michigan International Speedway for the FireKeepers Casino 400, sharing memories of decades‑long attendance, honoring loved ones, and enjoying a festival of racing and culture.
Three leading 2026 draft candidates share their experiences navigating NCAA, international play, and family ties as they aim for NHL careers.
Iran's football team has been cleared to enter the United States for the 2026 World Cup opener, but the US has imposed strict conditions to exclude any members tied to the Islamic Revolutionary Guards.
Austria’s national team holds an open training session at UC Santa Barbara ahead of the 2026 World Cup, showcasing key players and outlining their Group J prospects
The FIBA World Cup 2027 will be staged in Doha, Qatar, from August 27 to September 12, 2027, even as conflict rages in neighboring Iran. FIBA’s secretary general Andreas Zagklis says preparations are on schedule, while the NBA eyes the launch of NBA Europe in October 2027 and the participation of top NBA stars.
The Austrian national squad trained at UCSB’s Harder Stadium, drawing enthusiastic crowds and highlighting the region’s role in upcoming World Cup fixtures.
Cliff Fletcher, a towering figure in the National Hockey League, died at the age of 90, leaving behind a legacy that stretched across seven decades of professional hockey.
Artists Taylor Rheinhold and Casey Landaker have turned a towering red sphere in Santa Cruz into a soccer‑ball‑styled tribute ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a project that blends geometry, public art and a countdown to the tournament’s final on July 19.
The governing body will distribute $355 million to clubs whose players feature in the 2026 World Cup and its qualifiers, with $250 million earmarked for the tournament itself and $100 million for qualifying matches.
The NCAA’s latest proposal ties athletes’ five‑year eligibility clock to enrollment or the semester after their 19th birthday, a change championed by hockey leaders and set to affect deferment policies across multiple sports.
Ahead of the first ever three‑nation World Cup co‑hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada, Atlanta News First’s sports director interviews U.S. players about their recent friendly against Senegal and upcoming match against Germany, while previewing Group I’s formidable lineup.
A chance encounter in Florida sparked a social media explosion that propelled a little‑known defender into the spotlight, while also highlighting New Zealand's World Cup journey.