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Apr 3, 2026; Phoenix, AZ, USA; UConn Huskies guard Azzi Fudd (35) reacts in the first quarter against the South Carolina Gamecocks during a semifinal of the Final Four of the women's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Azzi Fudd Has Strong Case to Go No. 1 in the 2026 WNBA Draft

As the clock winds down toward the 2026 WNBA Draft, the conversation surrounding Azzi Fudd as the No. 1 pick continues to gain...

Emilie DeOreoApril 4, 2026

Feb 19, 2026; Milan, Italy; Aerin Frankel (31) of the United States, Gwyneth Philips (33) of the United States and Ava McNaughton (30) of the United States celebrate after winning the gold medal in women's ice hockey after defeating Canada during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

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How Was Women’s Hockey Belittled By the White House?

After standout performances by both the U.S. women’s and men’s national hockey teams in the 2026 Winter Olympics, the post-tournament celebration quickly turned...

Emilie DeOreoMarch 7, 2026

Jan 28, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) brings the ball up court in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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LeBron’s Jersey Retirement in Cleveland Is Coming Soon

After the Jan. 28 game against the Los Angeles Lakers, the Cleveland Cavaliers further established themselves as a team that is all-in on...

Emilie DeOreoFebruary 6, 2026

Wisconsin Badgers forward Laila Edwards (10) fires a shot against the Minnesota Gophers in a game Saturday, February 8, 2025, at LaBahn Arena in Madison, Wisconsin.

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At 21, Laila Edwards Already Shapes the Future of U.S. Women’s Hockey

Laila Edwards has never been confined to one role or one definition of success. On the ice, she can dominate at both ends,...

Emilie DeOreoJanuary 14, 2026

Michigan guard Syla Swords brings the ball up the court during the first round of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament between Michigan and Iowa State at Purcell Pavilion on Friday, March 21, 2025, in South Bend.

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Michigan’s Syla Swords Proving Wolverines Are Contenders, Not Pretenders

In a game that felt more like a playoff preview than an early-season marquee matchup, Michigan’s ascent to No. 6 in the polls was...

Emilie DeOreoNovember 26, 2025

Nov 2, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) reacts against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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Spida Spins the Perfect Web for Cleveland’s Rebuild

When LeBron James left for the Los Angeles Lakers back in 2018, many Cleveland fans doubted the Cavaliers’ future without him. About four...

Emilie DeOreoNovember 5, 2025

Oct 7, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4) celebrates after hitting a three point basket during the first quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Rocket Arena.

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Evan Mobley Builds on DPOY Success For a Breakout Year

On April 24, the Evan Mobley of the Cleveland Cavaliers was named the 2025 NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Coached by Kenny Atkinson, who...

Emilie DeOreoOctober 23, 2025

Oct 7, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Lonzo Ball (2) talks to Chicago Bulls Head Coach Billy Donovan during the first half at Rocket Arena.

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Lonzo Ball’s Comeback Finds the Perfect Stage in Cleveland

The first preseason game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse ended with a one-point difference, the Chicago Bulls edging out the Cleveland Cavaliers 118-117 on...

Emilie DeOreoOctober 9, 2025