Music City Baseball pushes for Nashville MLB franchise by 2029
Music City Baseball aims to bring a Major League Baseball team to Nashville, targeting a 2029 debut amid league expansion plans and significant financial hurdles.
Jun 3, 2026
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Marine Dursus Commits to UConn After Stellar LBWL Comeback
After helping Angers avoid relegation in the La Boulangère Wonderligue, Marine Dursus is set to join the UConn women’s basketball program, bringing a refined shooting touch and defensive grit to the Huskies.
Jun 2, 2026
Portland’s Landmark Women’s Sports Doubleheader Showcases Growing Momentum
The Portland Thorns and Fire collaborated on a historic doubleheader that blended soccer and basketball, drawing tens of thousands of fans and unveiling plans for a joint performance center.
May 31, 2026
Megan Gustafson’s Perfect Shooting Night Powers Portland Fire to Victory
Megan Gustafson scored 22 points without missing a shot, leading the Portland Fire to a 100‑84 win over the Indiana Fever and pushing her career total to 830 points.
May 31, 2026
Karim Elgizawy Joins Alaska Anchorage Seawolves, Making History
The Seawolves announce the addition of Karim Elgizawy, a 6‑3 guard with a strong collegiate résumé, ahead of the upcoming season.
May 29, 2026
Rutgers Women’s Basketball Bolsters Coaching Staff with Flournoy and Cabiles
Rutgers announces the appointments of De'Mauri Flournoy as Director of Recruiting Operations and Ryan Cabiles as Strength and Conditioning Coach, highlighting their SEC achievements and extensive professional backgrounds.
May 29, 2026
Sounders, Starbucks, and Washington Youth Soccer Launch Free Ticket Program for Young Players
The new Washington Youth Soccer Match Pass offers complimentary tickets to select home matches for registered youth athletes, celebrating the region’s soccer heritage and supporting the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026.
May 28, 2026
Calipari Calls for a New Season Opener: The SEC Tournament as a Standalone Showcase
John Calipari proposes launching the college basketball season with the SEC Tournament as a standalone showcase, seeking to reshape scheduling, revenue and player workload while navigating significant challenges.
May 28, 2026
Portland Timbers Host World Cup Celebration at Pioneer Courthouse Square
From June 12 to 15, the Portland Timbers will turn Pioneer Courthouse Square into a free, family‑friendly soccer festival featuring live World Cup broadcasts, food carts, merchandise stands, and Casamigos‑served drinks, supported by adidas and McDonald’s.
May 28, 2026
Portland State Secures Lithuanian Guard Gantas Križanaukas for 2026‑27 Season
Portland State University announced the commitment of Gantas Križanaukas, a Lithuanian guard, to the men’s basketball program for the upcoming 2026‑27 campaign, a move that follows the team’s Big Sky Conference regular‑season championship.
May 26, 2026
Duke Eyes Revenge as UNC Rebuilds for Next Season
Duke’s continuity and fresh transfers give it an edge over a UNC team reshaped by recent coaching upheaval.
May 26, 2026
Elite Athletes Return to Play After Pregnancy, Redefining Motherhood in Sports
A record number of mothers are competing in the NWSL, with players like Sophia Wilson and Mallory Swanson showcasing how individualized recovery frameworks, medical advances, and peer networks enable elite athletes to balance motherhood and top‑level performance.
May 26, 2026
Everett Silvertips Capture Historic WHL Championship, Eye Memorial Cup Debut
The Everett Silvertips' record-breaking campaign saw them dominate the Western Hockey League, clinch the championship over the Portland Winterhawks, and prepare for their first Memorial Cup appearance.
May 25, 2026
Sagueneens Triumph in Overtime at Memorial Cup
The Chicoutimi Sagueneens rallied from a loss to defeat Kelowna 3‑2, with Liam Lefebvre scoring the winning goal in overtime.
May 25, 2026
Portland Timbers Host San Jose Earthquakes in Final Pre‑World Cup Test
The Portland Timbers will welcome the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday evening, marking the last competitive fixture for both clubs before the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off later this summer.
May 24, 2026
Everett Silvertips Edge Chicoutimi Sagueneens in Memorial Cup Opener
The Everett Silvertips opened their Memorial Cup campaign with a 5-3 victory over the Chicoutimi Sagueneens, a game marked by quick goals and a historic pursuit.
May 24, 2026
Sarah Ashlee Barker Finds Home with Portland Fire
A look at how Sarah Ashlee Barker’s journey from Birmingham to Portland has been shaped by family, competition, and a supportive new environment.
May 24, 2026
San Diego State Coach Sean Lewis Uses Shirt Giveaway to Drive Season Ticket Sales
During a recent fan engagement event, Coach Sean Lewis offered his team shirt to a ticket buyer, sparking a viral moment that underscores his hands‑on approach to boosting Aztecs season ticket numbers.
May 22, 2026
Lindsey Heaps Returns to NWSL After Champions League Final
Lindsey Heaps is set to play her last game for OL Lyonnes before joining the NWSL’s Denver Summit, a move that underscores her lasting impact on the league and the growing prominence of women’s soccer.
May 22, 2026
Soccer Leagues on Long Island Face Decline Amid Immigration Crackdown
Recreational outdoor soccer leagues that serve Latino neighborhoods on Long Island are seeing participation plummet as federal immigration enforcement intensifies, threatening a cultural mainstay for young men and families.
May 22, 2026
Cole Bassett’s Colorado Roots Fuel His Portland Pursuit
Cole Bassett’s journey from Colorado’s fields to a professional career in Portland, highlighted by his extensive club history and support from Allstate.
May 22, 2026
Kyle Busch Sidelined for Charlotte as Austin Hill Steps In
Kyle Busch’s unexpected hospitalization sidelines him for Charlotte, prompting Austin Hill to step into the No. 8 car as his team rallies behind his recovery.
May 21, 2026
Seattle’s MOHAI Unveils ‘The Beautiful Game: How Soccer Connects Us All’
MOHAI’s latest showcase blends Magnum Photos’ iconic imagery, immersive audio experiences, and stories of Seattle’s early soccer pioneers, highlighting the sport’s power to unite diverse communities.
May 21, 2026
Portland Cherry Bombs Debut with a 4‑0 Victory, Setting a Community‑Centric Tone
The Portland Cherry Bombs opened their USL W League campaign with a convincing 4‑0 win over Drip FC, showcasing a roster steeped in Portland’s youth soccer scene and a kit that features Planned Parenthood as a front‑of‑kit sponsor.
May 21, 2026