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Alabama State University forward Kiana Lopez Wilson has been selected for Costa Rica’s inaugural FIFA U‑20 Women’s World Cup squad, joining a team led by coach Ana Aguilar and poised to compete in Group E in Poland.
The Horned Frogs open with five straight home games, face Power Five opponents in back‑to‑back series, and showcase strong performances from returning starters and newcomers during a Costa Rica exhibition tour.
The transition from minor league to MLB baseballs introduced subtle yet significant shifts in pitch behavior, influencing Kade Anderson’s early performance and offering a roadmap for other emerging arms.
Goalkeeper Noelle Henning, a rising star from Milton, Ontario, has been selected for Canada’s U‑20 Women’s World Cup squad for 2026, highlighting her rapid ascent from youth leagues to the international stage.
From a 31‑point outburst by Joey Chammaa to zip‑lining through rainforest canopies, the Spartans used their Costa Rica trip to forge trust, give back, and sharpen skills ahead of the new season.
A decade‑old on‑track clash resurfaced online, drawing millions of views and sparking criticism of NASCAR's double standards, while drivers like Jeff Gordon and Samantha Busch reflect on personal legacies amid the sport's sparse off‑weeks.
TCU completed a flawless two-game foreign tour, highlighted by a 99-70 victory over the University of Ottawa in San José, where Gavin Sykes scored 20 points and DJ Thomas contributed nine rebounds.
The RIT Men's Basketball team will travel to Costa Rica for a week‑long tour that blends athletic competition with cultural exploration, featuring two matches against the national pre‑selection squad and a lineup of outdoor adventures.
Over 1,000 neuro‑diverse athletes from 53 countries converged at Rice University for the Genuine Cup, a soccer tournament co‑founded by Ignacio "Nacho" Torras and Lorna Ortiz to elevate visibility for autism and intellectual disability communities.
Former U.S. Soccer president Carlos Cordeiro resigned amid worldwide criticism of a $20 billion private‑equity plan for World Cup revenues, raising questions about FIFA’s governance and Gianni Infantino’s future.
The National Women's Soccer League will open its 2027 season in February, the earliest in league history, to align with the Women's World Cup in Brazil and accommodate shared stadiums with MLS clubs.
Mauricio Pochettino is close to agreeing to a four‑year deal to coach the U.S. men’s national team again, a move that would place him among a small group of coaches whose second tenures have produced mixed outcomes.
Miles Degner, a promising basketball player from Iowa, traveled to Costa Rica as part of the Student Athlete World program, helping the U.S. squad finish unbeaten while looking ahead to a college career.
At 16, Alain Gomez‑Gudiño celebrated his birthday in a Mexican train station while awaiting U.S. entry, carrying a mitt soaked in river water from eight nations. His journey, marked by hardship and triumph, culminates in Arizona’s top baseball honor.
Miles Degner, a 15‑year‑old from Cedar Rapids, independently applied to a competitive international basketball tour, earning a spot among older foreign athletes in Costa Rica and now eyes a college future.
Inter Miami CF announced the arrival of Ecuadorian defender Fricio Caicedo, an 18‑year‑old product of LDU Quito, on a season‑long loan from FC Moravia FCM, with an option to make the move permanent.
Head coach Jamie Dixon announces an international swing that includes two games in Costa Rica, highlighting returning starters, new recruits, and ticket availability.
Alex Brown, a veteran assistant with WNBA experience, is set to lead the Pacific University women's basketball program, bringing a culture‑first philosophy and a free‑flowing offensive vision.
Lionel Messi will sit out the 2026 MLS All-Star Game without facing suspension, joining Hugo Cuypers, Rodrigo De Paul and Mbekezeli Mbokazi on the sidelines; the league cites World Cup fatigue, and the match will feature stars such as Son Heung‑min, Thomas Müller, Gilberto Mora and Brian Gutiérrez.
Haiti's national soccer side will contest a competitive group in the upcoming Nations League, navigating safety‑related venue shifts, a coaching transition, and regional political overtones.
A rising junior midfielder reflects on her journey from Oklahoma to the Canadian U‑20 camp in Costa Rica and her pursuit of a spot on the World Cup roster.
Houston is positioning itself as a contender to host the 2031 Women’s World Cup, leveraging its recent World Cup experience and community initiatives.
The 2027 Women's World Cup will take place in Brazil from June 24 to July 25, featuring 32 teams across eight cities, while Netflix gains exclusive US broadcasting rights.
Brazil will stage the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup from June 24 to July 25, promising the most tightly contested edition yet. The NWSL’s elite talent pool and potential U.S. host cities add momentum to the women's game.