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The United States women's team extended its 33‑game unbeaten streak with a 105‑64 victory over Czechia, advancing to the quarterfinals and preparing for a potential clash with Japan.
Japan demolished Qatar 123‑70 in a FIBA World Cup qualifier in Tokyo, with Rui Hachimura leading the scoring and the team displaying unprecedented chemistry.
Rui Hachimura dazzles in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, reviving memories of his 2019 breakthrough and sparking debate over his finest qualifier performance.
A new agreement between basketball’s governing body and immersive tech firm L1VE will deliver top‑level 3×3 tournaments to virtual reality, letting fans experience games from a courtside perspective.
Japan opened its 2027 Basketball World Cup Asian qualifying campaign with a 106‑78 victory over Saudi Arabia in Jeddah, driven by a flawless shooting display from Rui Hachimura and solid contributions from Josh Hawkinson and Keisei Tominaga.
Balzer’s journey from a high school practice mishap to a promising pitching prospect in the Padres system blends medical resilience, inspirational mentorship, and a diverse pitch mix that could redefine his future in baseball.
A look at how Oregon’s roster is reshaping its physical profile, from linebackers shedding pounds to quarterbacks adding mass, and what that means for the September 5 clash with Boise State.
The Columbia women's basketball squad toured Japan from August 11 to 21, playing exhibition games, visiting historic sites, and engaging in traditional activities before returning to New York.
A pair of game‑used, signed New Balance Ohtani 1 shoes sold at auction for $440,055, establishing a new record for the most expensive baseball footwear ever sold and highlighting the growing market for authenticated sports artifacts.
Candace Parker’s 2026 Hall of Fame induction honors a career marked by MVP awards, championships, and a lasting impact on the game.
The Columbia Lions travel across Japan from August 11 to 21, visiting Kyoto, Hiroshima and Tokyo while engaging in cultural activities and exhibition matches.
A 95‑66 loss to Japan on August 16 broke a 64‑year record, leaving South Korea with a 1‑5 record under foreign coach Nikolajs Mazurs and sparking debate about head coach Ahn Jun‑ho’s contract.
The University of Columbia’s women’s basketball squad will traverse three Japanese cities from August 11 to 21, mixing exhibition matches with immersive cultural experiences.
In the summer of 1928, the University of Illinois baseball squad embarked on a 6,000‑mile voyage to Japan, playing a series of games, experiencing Japanese hospitality, and leaving a lasting imprint on both nations.
From exhibition games to temple visits, the Columbia Lions' journey across Japan intertwines athletic challenge with deep cultural immersion.
Athletes across baseball, golf, and gymnastics can lose the automatic flow of movement, entering a cycle of anxiety and overcontrol that has derailed careers and sparked novel coping strategies.
The upcoming national high school baseball championship in Japan will feature five female umpires at Hanshin Koshien Stadium, a first for the tournament and a push toward gender diversity.
Mauricio Pochettino has extended his tenure as U.S. men's national team coach through the 2030 World Cup, promising a fresh approach to talent identification and a seamless transition as the squad ages.
After a public split with the Japan Basketball Association, Rui Hachimura rejoins the national squad for the Asian qualifiers, joining a training camp that will test the team against South Korea, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
After criticizing the Japan Basketball Association's management and former coach Tom Hovasse, Rui Hachimura announced his intention to rejoin Japan's national basketball team following the 2024 Paris Olympics, emphasizing the rise of overseas-based players and the importance of not wasting the current opportunity.
Former UCLA star Walt Hazzard, who led the Bruins to their first NCAA championship and earned a gold medal with Team USA, will be honored in Kansas City this October.
Konami’s upcoming eBaseball Pro Spirit 2026 will launch worldwide, featuring English commentary and a focus on Japan’s 12 clubs and hundreds of players, marking a strategic push to capture the expanding global fan base.
In 1934, an All‑American baseball squad led by Babe Ruth played 18 games across twelve Japanese cities, a tour organized by Yomiuri Shimbun’s Matsutarō Shōriki that not only showcased Ruth’s heroics but also seeded the sport’s growth in Japan and eased U.S.–Japan tensions.
Kelsey Plum, a former Washington Huskies star now with the Los Angeles Sparks, is posting a career‑high 23.9 points per game despite a soft‑tissue injury that kept her out of the recent All‑Star game. Her accolades include Olympic gold medals, multiple championships and a retired jersey at her alma mater.