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Today β€” June 10th 2024U.S.

Frank Carroll, beloved Olympic figure skating coach, dead at 85

Hall of Fame figure skating coach Frank Carroll died in California on Sunday at the age of 85. According to a report, he died after a battle with cancer.

Yesterday β€” June 9th 2024U.S.

Caitlin Clark races into WNBA record books after performance vs Mystics

Caitlin Clark entered WNBA history on Friday night against the Washington Mystics when she became the quickest player to reach at least 200 points and 50 assists.

Before yesterdayU.S.

Why Copa AmΓ©rica matters for US men's national soccer team

The United States will have to prove it has more than just a "good generation" of talent, and it starts with Copa AmΓ©rica, Alexi Lalas told Fox News Digital.

WNBA needs to harness star power of Caitlin Clark, says former USMNT star Alexi Lalas

Former U.S. soccer star Alexi Lalas talked to Fox News Digital about what Caitlin Clark's star power is doing for the WNBA and how the league needs to harness it.

Caitlin Clark hard foul was 'welcome to the league' moment, NBA commissioner says

NBA commissioner weighed in on the Caitlin Clark foul in his pre-NBA Finals press conference on Thursday. The play has been the talk of the sports world.

Sky players say they were harassed outside hotel by man with camera: 'Nasty work'

Chicago Sky players say they were harassed at hotel by a man with a camera as they arrived in Washington, D.C., to get ready for a game against the Mystics.

Sparks rookie Cameron Brink believes 'younger white players' in WNBA have 'privilege'

Sparks rookie Cameron Brink wants to help grow women's basketball, and in a new interview, she believes "younger white players" have a "privilege" others in the league don't.

Caitlin Clark 'the reason' for rise in interest in WNBA, Billie Jean King says

Tennis legend Billie Jean King said Tuesday the WNBA is reaching a turning point this year and it is "because of" Caitlin Clark. King said Clark "is the superstar."

2024 Summer Olympics: What new sports will be featured in Paris?

Paris will not only be the stage of classic Olympic events later this summer, but will also play host to new events joining the sacred competition.

11 NFL teams so far decline to bow to pride month messaging

Eleven NFL teams have decided not to express support for Pride month as majority of the league posted about it on social media. Other teams went above and beyond.

Caitlin Clark has already faced immense criticism at every turn 6 months into 2024

Caitlin Clark isn't accused of any crimes. She's just playing basketball. But that reason alone has sparked immense criticism her way in the first six months of the year.

Sky's Angel Reese willing to play 'bad guy role' as more eyes turn to women's basketball

Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese said Monday she has no problem with being the villain and wanted fans to realize that she's also the reason why women's basketball is so popular.

Caitlin Clark struggles in Fever’s loss to Liberty in wake of controversial game

The Indiana Fever were blown out in the latter half of their back-to-back, falling to the New York Liberty, 104-68, as Caitlin Clark struggled shooting with just three points.

Supplement company fires back at Ryan Garcia's claim product contained banned substance

The company that produces one of the supplements Ryan Garcia was taking is now clapping back at his legal team's allegation that the supplement contained a banned substance.

Sky's Angel Reese takes heat for cheering Caitlin Clark hard foul, delivering rough box out

Angel Reese received criticism for her antics during their loss to the Indiana Fever. Reese cheered on her teammate's hard foul on Caitlin Clark and then gave one of her own.

Hard foul on Caitlin Clark appears to leave golf influencer Paige Spiranac perplexed

Golf influencer Paige Spiranac appeared to be dismayed by the on-court incident involving Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter and Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark on Saturday.

Caitlin Clark receives unwarranted hip-check from Sky player: 'That's just not a basketball play'

Caitlin Clark has encountered a fair share of physical defenses during the early portion of her WNBA career. But, on Saturday she slammed to the floor after a hard shoulder check.

NFL Players Association proposal could eliminate spring football in NFL but of course there are issues

The NFL Players Association is reportedly proposing a major overhaul of offseason training, and the impact of those changes could mean different things for different people.

Former MLB umpire Angel Hernandez took financial settlement to retire: reports

Angel Hernandez's last MLB game came on May 9, but now, there seems to be a reason why the 62-year-old had been absent for nearly three weeks before retiring.

Chiefs coach Andy Reid has message for NFL after wacky schedule for 2024 season

The Chiefs will be playing every day of the week except for Tuesday, and head coach Andy Reid had a message for the NFL as the team isn't thinking too much about how hard it may be.

NBA Hall of Famer Bill Walton dead at 71 after battle with cancer

NBA Hall of Fame center Bill Walton has died at 71 years old after a battle with cancer, the league announced on Monday with a statement from commissioner Adam Silver.

Angel Reese clotheslined as WNBA veteran gets ejected: 'I kept going and kept pushing'

Sky rookie Angel Reese had a hard rookie moment on Saturday night when WNBA veteran Alyssa Thomas clotheslined her while battling for a rebound, resulting in her ejection.

Angel Reese takes thinly veiled jab at Caitlin Clark's popularity, impact on the WNBA

Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese took aim at Caitlin Clark in a since-deleted post on social media Thursday night after handing the New York Liberty their first loss of the season.

Jerome Bettis confident Steelers will be 'top-tier' team opponents fear in 2024

The Pittsburgh Steelers' schedule is one of the hardest in the NFL this year, but legendary running back Jerome Bettis believes their opponents will fear them instead this season.

Charles Barkley unloads on TNT brass as network on verge of losing NBA rights

Charles Barkley is incensed with TNT brass, as "Inside the NBA" is in jeopardy of being no more as the network is on the verge of losing its media rights.

Tom Hanks gets rap battle lesson from his son: 'Who's winning??'

Tom Hanks' son shared the rap battle lesson he gave the actor regarding Drake and Kendrick Lamar's ongoing feud. Drake and Lamar have each released diss tracks about each other.

Geane Herrera, former UFC fighter, dead at 33

Geane Herrera, a former UFC fighter who also competed in the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, died at the age of 33. He was reportedly killed in a motorcycle crash.

Nelly Korda maintains LPGA Tour domination with 6th win in 7th start

Nelly Korda continued her dominance on the golf course on Sunday as she defeated Hannah Green by one stroke to win the Mizuho Americas Open.

Caitlin Clark hits the floor on hard screen from WNBA MVP

Caitlin Clark scored 22 points in the Indiana Fever's loss against the New York Liberty, but she hit the floor on a hard screen from WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart.

WNBA star Diana Taurasi expresses optimism for Caitlin Clark's game despite 'reality' warning

Phoenix Mercury star Diana Taurasi believes Caitlin Clark's game will translate and that she will figure out how to navigate the WNBA after struggling in her first two games.

Giants picked for first-of-its-kind edition of HBO's 'Hard Knocks'

The New York Giants are the subject of HBO's latest development with their popular NFL behind-the-scenes show "Hard Knocks," as they've been filming their entire offseason.

WNBA star Kelsey Plum makes social media swoon over pregame outfit

Las Vegas Aces star Kelsey Plum wowed social media on Tuesday night ahead of her game against the Phoenix Mercury with her stunning outfit entering the arena.

Angel Reese 'praying' Chicago Sky no longer has to fly commercial

Chicago Sky's Angel Reese is already getting a taste of the controversial travel requirements the WNBA currently has in place, and she voiced her opinion about it on social media.

WNBA’s new Golden State team reveals nickname ahead of 2025 inaugural season

The new Golden State WNBA franchise, which will have its inaugural season in 2025, revealed its new team name and branding as Valkyries on "Good Morning America."

Tom Brady reveals roast jokes affected his children: 'I wouldn’t do that again'

NFL legendary quarterback Tom Brady was a fan of the jokes about him during his Netflix roast, but he said he'll never do it again after seeing how it affected his kids.

British boxer dies after collapsing during pro debut

Sherif Lawal, a 29-year-old British boxer making his professional debut on Sunday, died after collapsing in the ring following a hit to the temple.

Caitlin Clark's race 'huge thing' when it comes to her popularity, WNBA star says

Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson agreed there was a race element in Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark's popularity as she gets ready to make her debut.

UFC star Derrick Lewis moons crowd, throws cup at media after knockout win

UFC star Derrick Lewis mooned the crowd in St. Louis and threw his protective cup at the media after his knockout win against Rodrigo Nascimento on Saturday night.

MLB says Livvy Dunne has entered 'WAG era' after Paul Skenes' debut for Pirates

Major League Baseball not only hyped up Paul Skenes' big league debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates but also his girlfriend, Olivia Dunne, who was there to support him on Saturday.

Deontay Wilder scared for Mike Tyson's well-being in Jake Paul fight: 'He’s too old for this'

Former heavyweight title holder Deontay Wilder is genuinely afraid for Mike Tyson's well-being ahead of his fight against Jake Paul, which has been sanctioned as a professional bout.

Brawl breaks out between MLS' Toronto FC and NYCFC following match in wild scene

A brawl broke out between Major League Soccer's New York City FC and Toronto FC following their Saturday night match, where tensions were already high from the previous match.

UFC fighter Carlos Ulberg knocks out Alonzo Menifield in 12 seconds

UFC fighter Carlos Ulberg needed all of 12 seconds to top Alonzo Menifield in a light heavyweight bout in St. Louis on Saturday. He won via knockout.

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