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Caitlin Clark hoped Fever got No. 1 pick in WNBA Draft, says team taking her was 'pretty set in stone'

Caitlin Clark admits wanting the Indiana Fever to get the first overall pick in the WNBA Draft when the lottery happened late last year, as she could have the chance to play close home.

Hockey fan saves 4-year-old from flying puck during game

One hockey fan's quick reaction time saved a 4-year-old boy from a potentially severe injury during an AHL game in Ohio last week, where the boy's mother was grateful.

French police evict hundreds from abandoned Paris warehouse ahead of Olympics

Ahead of the upcoming Paris Olympic Games, French police on Wednesday carried out a large-scale eviction at the country's biggest squat which had become home to around 450 migrants.

Hanna Cavinder announces return to Miami basketball: 'Itching to get back'

Hanna Cavinder announced on Wednesday she will return to the Miami Hurricanes for her final year of college basketball eligibility after taking last season off.

Bill Belichick has Giants reunion in mind along with other NFC East teams for next gig

Bill Belichick reportedly has the New York Giants on a shortlist of teams he would want to coach for next and is "biding his time" until one of the teams make a move.

OJ Simpson cremated in Las Vegas

The remains of former NFL running back O.J. Simpson, who died at 76 last week following a battle with cancer, have been cremated in Las Vegas, Nevada.

NHL approves Coyotes sale and relocation to Utah

The NHL's Board of Governors approved the establishment of a new franchise in Salt Lake City, and everything but the Arizona Coyotes' name is heading to Utah.

Paige Spiranac has theory for plummeting Masters ratings

There are lots of possible reasons why this past week's Masters tournament was one of the lowest-rated in recent memory, but golf influencer Paige Spiranac has her own theory.

NFL reinstates 5 players who had been suspended for gambling

The NFL has reinstated five players who were punished with indefinite suspensions last year due to violating the league's gambling rules.

Ever-evolving generative AI brings new, game changing element to sports landscape

The NFL, PGA Tour and other sports leagues and brands have used generative AI for years, but organizations are working to keep pace as the technology continues to evolve.

Olympic star Katie Ledecky welcomes competitive action in pool ahead of Paris Games

Katie Ledecky's reign as the best swimmer in the world could be jeopardy this summer at the Paris Olympics, but she maintained that she's enjoying the competition.

Caitlin Clark blocks Antonio Brown on social media after crude attacks

Caitlin Clark blocked Antonio Brown on X after the former NFL wide receiver posted several items on X directed at the newest Indiana Fever member.

Coby White's career-high points won't count due to bizarre Play-In rule

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White broke his career points total with 42 against the Atlanta Hawks to keep his season alive, but it doesn't count in the record books.

Beijing half marathon winner stripped of medal after video shows competitors allowing Chinese runner to win

He Jie was stripped of his first-place medal and prize money after an investigation found that three other runners had purposely slowed down in the final moments of a half marathon in Beijing.

Olympic star Katie Ledecky hopeful to meet Caitlin Clark: 'She's great'

Olympic hero Katie Ledecky praised Caitlin Clark and what she did for women's college basketball as she embarked on a journey to the pros.

Dave McCarty, former Red Sox player and 2004 World Series champ, dead at 54

Former Boston Red Sox player Dave McCarty, a member of the 2004 World Series championship team, died Friday due to a "cardiac event," the team confirmed. He was 54.

Former Astros prospect dead at 24 after traffic wreck in Dominican Republic

Former Houston Astros pitching prospect Ronny Garcia was killed in a traffic wreck in the Dominican Republic less than a week before his new team's season starts.

Star from ESPN trivia show 'Stump the Schwab' dead at 63

Howie Schwab, the star of ESPN's mid-2000s hit show "Stump the Schwab," died Saturday at the age of 63, his family and the network announced.

Stephanie Sparks, former pro golfer and Golf Channel host, dead at 50

American golfer and Golf Channel host Stephanie Sparks died earlier this month, according to an obituary posted online. Sparks, who played one year on the LPGA tour, was 50.

Caitlin Clark's start in WNBA will act as her tryout for a spot on the US women's Olympic basketball team

Caitlin Clark will be watched closely by the U.S. women’s basketball selection committee as she starts the WNBA to see if she has what it takes to join the team in Paris for the Olympics this summer.

WNBA star Angel Reese: 'Protect young women in sports'

WNBA star Angel Reese, of the Chicago Sky, posted a message X on Monday, calling for everyone to "protect young women in sports." Reese's reached more than 1.4 million impressions.

LPGA Tour star Nelly Korda joins elite company with 5th straight win

Nelly Korda continues her torrid run on the LPGA Tour, as she won her fifth straight event on Sunday, the Chevron Championship, which is the year's first major.

Marvin Harrison Jr's legendary father wishes NFL Draft prospect had 1 thing in his game

Pro Football Hall of Famer Marvin Harrison Sr. offered the one thing he wants his son to take away from his legendary game as he starts his pro journey.

Commanders release Shaka Toney days after return from gambling suspension

The Washington Commanders released Shaka Toney on Monday, just days after the NFL reinstated five players for violating the league's gambling policy last season.

Brittney Griner details conditions during Russian imprisonment: 'I was just so scared'

Basketball star Brittney Griner was arrested at an airport on a drug-related charge in 2022. She was later released via a prisoner exchange for convicted Russian arms dealer.

Spotlight on women's sports exposes this dark secret of the NCAA

Current and former athletes, myself included, have appealed numerous times to the NCAA leadership and informed them of the disastrous consequences we suffer due to their neglect.

Tom Brady shares 'biggest problem' with younger generation: 'It's all about them'

NFL legendary quarterback Tom Brady has a bone to pick with the younger generation, saying they believe it is "all about them" when he would rather see a team mentality.

NASCAR driver Erik Jones suffers broken back in brutal Talladega crash

NASCAR driver Erik Jones suffered a broken bone in his back on Sunday as he was caught up in a brutal wreck at Talladega Superspeedway.

Caitlin Clark makes more history as she notches another accolade

Indiana Fever No. 1 pick Caitlin Clark made history on Tuesday night when she was named the winner of the James E. Sullivan Award. Clark wrapped up her career at Iowa.

The entrenched pro basketball system fails Caitlin Clark and women athletes -- opinion

Big3 basketball league co-founder Jeff Kwatinetz writes about the organization's pursuit of Caitlin Clark and what was offered to the former Iowa star.

USC legend Reggie Bush will have 2005 Heisman Trophy returned: report

The Heisman Trophy Trust plans to formally announce Wednesday that the 2005 Heisman Trophy will be reinstated to former USC football star Reggie Bush, according to an ESPN report.

Bill Belichick finds new job ahead of NFL season: report

Bill Belichick will not have a job in the NFL for the first time since 1974, but he reportedly will be involved with the league in some capacity.

Browns' Deshaun Watson faces ridicule for Saudi Arabia trip

Cleveland Browns star quarterback Deshaun Watson faced criticism on social media over his recent trip to Saudi Arabia and his chumminess with a prince.

Charlie Woods, Tiger's 15-year-old son, to play in US Open qualifier

Charlie Woods, the 15-year-old son of Tiger, will be playing in a U.S. Open qualifier on Thursday morning, aiming to play at Pinehurst No. 2 in June.

Bengals star requests trade on eve of NFL Draft night: report

The Cincinnati Bengals have a big decision to make with top defensive end Trey Hendrickson, who reportedly requested a trade on Wednesday.

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