Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Japan across Basketball, Baseball, Hockey.
Brendan Sorsby's draft entry, a surprising World Cup stalemate, the Louisville Kings' championship celebration, and a new athletic director at Kentucky illustrate the diverse narratives shaping today's sports landscape.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani talks about his lifelong love of soccer, his Arsenal allegiance, and the steps he’s taking to make the World Cup affordable for New Yorkers.
The 2026 All-Star Game balloting highlights the Los Angeles Dodgers' four leading candidates, sparking debate over spending, fan backlash, and the club's growing international footprint.
The inaugural week of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been marked by a series of incidents involving referees, seating shortages and record‑high ticket prices, prompting scrutiny from fans and advocacy groups alike.
Guillermo Ochoa, the 40‑year‑old Mexican keeper, has hinted at retiring after the 2026 World Cup, saying the sport loses its meaning without the national team.
During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Little Tokyo in Los Angeles became a bustling hub for Japanese soccer fans, uniting a diverse crowd in a historic neighborhood and showcasing the area’s evolving cultural significance.
Florida’s rising arms — Aidan King, Jackson Barberi and Joshua Whritenour — have been selected for the 2026 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp, setting the stage for a summer of international competition.
Three Oregon Ducks baseball standouts have earned invitations to the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp, a gateway to the sport’s premier under‑23 event. Their performances could end a drought that has kept the Ducks off the international stage since 2018.
A video from the official FIFA X account captured Japanese supporters tidying the stadium after their team's match, illustrating a cultural practice that blends respect for opponents with a commitment to planetary care.
After their team’s clash with the Netherlands, Japanese supporters swept the stands at Texas Stadium, turning a simple act into a global talking point.
On June 15, 2016, Ichiro Suzuki broke Pete Rose’s long‑standing hit record, delivering a ninth‑inning double that reshaped baseball history.
From the United States' commanding win to debates over referee Omar Artan and critiques of UEFA's expansion plans, the opening weekend set a turbulent tone for the tournament.
A whirlwind of 19 goals on the fourth day of the tournament highlighted offensive firepower, technological experiments and the growing influence of diaspora players, setting the stage for a contested final venue debate.
After a dozen years playing in the majors, Japan, Korea, Mexico and the Dominican Republic, Brian O'Grady has hung up his glove and turned to teaching the next generation of hitters.
Japan’s second‑half resurgence forced a 2‑2 stalemate with the Netherlands, a result that highlighted both teams’ strategic adjustments and the tournament’s growing competitiveness.
From Morocco’s pulsating draw with Brazil to Australia’s shock win over Turkey, the latest predictions weigh Germany’s confidence against Curacao, preview a tight Netherlands‑Japan clash, and highlight Ivory Coast’s defensive duel with Ecuador, while Sweden eyes a must‑win against Tunisia.
The Dutch squad will open their World Cup campaign against Japan at AT&T Stadium, hoping to translate strong qualifying form into a winning start despite a list of sidelined stars.
Eight World Cup matches will be played this weekend, featuring marquee clashes and several free viewing avenues for fans around the globe.
A look at how five rising soccer stars connect their careers to the nations they support, highlighting the tournament’s far‑reaching cultural impact.
Despite a columnist’s critique of U.S. greed and hostility ahead of the 2026 World Cup, travelers from Germany, Britain, Japan and beyond are sharing upbeat stories of American hospitality, from Buc‑ee’s to Nashville hot chicken.
A look at the United States' twelve World Cup appearances, historic highs, controversial moments, and the hope for future breakthroughs.
In 2024 a pocket‑sized robot from Japan successfully roamed the lunar surface, sending back images and revealing new possibilities for future missions
A look at the most striking football kits unveiled for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, from Mexico’s Aztec pattern to Argentina’s daring champion design.
Expert Martin Green shares his forecasts for the expanded 2026 World Cup, highlighting Mexico’s home advantage and a surprising longshot contender.