2026-27 Big Ten preview
One of the best conferences in the country got even strong with new faces and returning stars
Editor's Picks
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USWNT's bench sparks comeback draw vs. Spain
Down 2-0 to the world No. 1, the USWNT's substitutes flipped the game — the clearest sign yet of the squad's depth heading into the next cycle.
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Ann Li stuns top seed Sabalenka at Wuhan Open
The American took out the top seed in three sets at Wuhan — one of the biggest upsets of the Asian swing and a career-defining win for Li.
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Dream stay cool ahead of WNBA Finals
Atlanta isn't blinking ahead of the Finals. Their composure against a Valkyries team that just became the most valuable in women's sports history is the series' real storyline.
Alexandra Eala Rolls Past Diane Parry at 2026 Ningbo Open
Alexandra Eala beat Diane Parry 6-3, 6-1 at the 2026 Ningbo Open,ending a two-tournament skid during the WTA Asian Swing.
Dakota Ditcheva Ready to Chase PFL Title After Breaking Both Hands
Dakota Ditcheva called for the women's MMA flyweight championship after Jena Bishop's PFL Chicago win, eyeing a 2027 return from injury.
The Atlanta Dream’s 13-Year Road to Redemption
The Atlanta Dream remained undefeated through the first two rounds of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs, sweeping both the Washington Mystics and the New York Liberty. Now, while they’re closer than ever to finally lifting the trophy, they’re also…
Manchester City Women Stay Perfect with 3-2 Win over Brighton
Manchester City Women held off Brighton 3-2 as Bunny Shaw's early brace kept City perfect atop the WSL soccer standings.
Atlanta City FC appoints Richard Gunney as Chief Soccer Officer
Gunney has served as Gotham FC's scouting and recruitment director since 2022
Real Sociedad Stuns FC Barcelona 2-1 to End Barça’s Perfect Season
Real Sociedad handed FC Barcelona its first loss of the season with a 2-1 comeback win at Zubieta, shaking up the Liga F standings.
Lauletta’s XI: Quarantines, injuries and new Cup unveiled
Shield race tightens, playoff picture comes into view and more
From ACL reconstruction to national title, Lehigh’s Audrey Jimenez finds freedom in faith - Lehigh University Athletics
From ACL reconstruction to national title, Lehigh’s Audrey Jimenez finds freedom in faith Lehigh University Athletics
Orlando Eliminated from NWSL Playoffs Despite Win over Houston
The Orlando Pride beat the Houston Dash 2-1, but were eliminated from the NWSL playoffs after a Seattle win tightened the NWSL standings.
Checking in on women’s sports: A four-pack of Beacon updates - The Mass Media
Checking in on women’s sports: A four-pack of Beacon updates The Mass Media
Seattle Reign FC Tops Chicago Stars, Climbs to 8th in NWSL Standings
Seattle Reign FC beat Chicago Stars FC 3-1 as Maddie Mercado scored twice to lift the Reign above the playoff line in the NWSL standings.
Portland Thorns Grab Late Equalizer in 2-2 Draw with Bay FC
The Portland Thorns salvaged a 2-2 draw against Bay, keeping up in a tight NWSL standings race as Sophia Wilson served her suspension.
Myisha Hines-Allen’s Cryptic Post Fuels Fever WNBA Free Agency Buzz
Indiana Fever star Myisha Hines-Allen posted an Instagram story that sparked WNBA free agency speculation after her one-year deal expired.
Ebola Travel Protocols Delay Zambian Stars’ NWSL Return - Just Women's Sports
Ebola Travel Protocols Delay Zambian Stars’ NWSL Return Just Women's Sports
NWSL Columbus Expansion Team Hires Lucy Rushton as Inaugural GM
NWSL Columbus hired Lucy Rushton as its general manager, tapping the former Bay FC exec to oversee sporting operations ahead of its 2028 debut.
Ebola Travel Protocols Delay Zambian Stars’ NWSL Return
Three Zambia national team players face a 21-day re-entry delay due to Ebola concerns, putting their regular-season NWSL finales in jeopardy.
Analyzing the Vancouver Goldeneyes training camp roster
The Vancouver Goldeneyes will welcome 28 players to training camp in November.
TCU Women’s Sports Split Volleyball Matches as Triathlon Heads to Nationals - Sports Illustrated
TCU Women’s Sports Split Volleyball Matches as Triathlon Heads to Nationals Sports Illustrated
The IX Sports Podcast College Basketball Edition: Notre Dame Head Coach Niele Ivey
This week our take a break from preseason conference previews to sit down with Notre Dame Head Coach Niele Ivey.
The Booming Business of Women’s Sports Owes Its Success to These Athletes - Bloomberg
The Booming Business of Women’s Sports Owes Its Success to These Athletes Bloomberg
NWSL playoff picture after matchweek 25
Shield still open to top three, Reign leapfrog Courage into eighth, and more
‘Good work girls’: Sophie Cunningham praises high schoolers protesting transgender teammate - Yahoo Sports
‘Good work girls’: Sophie Cunningham praises high schoolers protesting transgender teammate Yahoo Sports
Orlando Pride eliminated from playoff contention
2-1 win over Houston not enough as Seattle defeat Chicago
Why Kaila Charles was Golden State’s key to winning Game 1
She scored seven points, had 10 rebounds and two blocks and probably was the most important player in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals. That wasn’t Gabby Williams, who did score 16 points in the second quarter alone to keep the Valkyries in the…
Brittany Mahomes' women's sports mission could become a defining part of her identity beyond the Chiefs K - The Times of India
Brittany Mahomes' women's sports mission could become a defining part of her identity beyond the Chiefs K The Times of India
Washington clinch playoffs, San Diego ensure top four seeding
The Washington Spirit clinched their spot in the 2026 National Women’s Soccer League playoffs on Saturday by defeating the Shield leaders NJ/NY Gotham FC 1-0. Meanwhile, the San Diego Wave defeated the North Carolina Courage 2-1 to…
Depth disparity loomed large in the Atlanta Dream’s WNBA Finals Game 1 loss
Heading into the WNBA Finals, we knew a few things. We knew that the two teams were evenly matched and that defense — with six players making the WNBA All-Defense first and second teams — was going to be a driving force. We also knew that…
Hostile Valkyries fans verbally attacked women's sports activists at WNBA Finals Game 1 in San Francisco - Fox News
Hostile Valkyries fans verbally attacked women's sports activists at WNBA Finals Game 1 in San Francisco Fox News
Burton’s constant composure drives Valkyries late-game poise
Valkyries point guard sets the tone for Golden State's WNBA Championship run with leadership and defense
How Nikki Fargas is thinking about the Las Vegas Aces’ offseason
The Aces will look to re-sign guard Jackie Young and add depth to their bench.
2026-27 WCC preview
Who will replace Gonzaga as the conference's top (bull)dog?
Valkyries center Aminata Gueye is ready for her moment
Gueye: 'I feel so comfortable'
Philadelphia's first queer women's sports bar Marsha's announces closure - 6abc Philadelphia
Philadelphia's first queer women's sports bar Marsha's announces closure 6abc Philadelphia
2026 WNBA Playoffs Preview – Finals: Golden State Valkyries vs. Atlanta Dream
In a postseason filled with unexpected results and historic performances, two teams are left standing with a WNBA title on the line: the No. 2 Golden State Valkyries and No. 4 Atlanta Dream. As a matter of fact, these two teams haven’t…
Why Racheal Kundananji is the perfect signing to start Chicago’s rebuild
In addition to skilled dribbling, receiving, and shooting, Kundananji 'will bring a lot of joy' to the Stars, per Karina Báez
NWSL announces 2026 Skills Challenge details and participants
Jaedyn Shaw, Clair Hutton, Kenza Dali, Lilly Reale and more among planned competitors
Columbus NWSL expansion team hires Lucy Rushton as GM
The Columbus National Women’s Soccer League expansion team set to begin play in 2028 announced Friday that Lucy Rushton has been named the first general manager in club history. With roughly 20 years of experience across NWSL, Major League…
Marsha's, Philadelphia's 1st women's sports bar, to close for good this weekend - CBS News
Marsha's, Philadelphia's 1st women's sports bar, to close for good this weekend CBS News
Pa. women’s sports bar that opened to fanfare closes after only 1 year - PennLive.com
Pa. women’s sports bar that opened to fanfare closes after only 1 year PennLive.com
Kylie Kelce Praises Brittany Mahomes for Boosting Women’s Sports in Kansas City - People.com
Kylie Kelce Praises Brittany Mahomes for Boosting Women’s Sports in Kansas City People.com
Marsha’s opened to put women’s sports first. A year later, it’s closing - Billy Penn at WHYY
Marsha’s opened to put women’s sports first. A year later, it’s closing Billy Penn at WHYY
Women's sports bar Marsha's is closing one year after opening to much fanfare - PhillyVoice
Women's sports bar Marsha's is closing one year after opening to much fanfare PhillyVoice
Philly women’s sports bar Marsha’s announces abrupt closure after just over a year - Inquirer.com
Philly women’s sports bar Marsha’s announces abrupt closure after just over a year Inquirer.com
USWNT winners and losers from Spain friendlies
Jenna Pel takes a look at some of the biggest individual triumphs of the two tough friendlies against Spain, as well as some players who may be wishing things had gone better
U.S. Soccer announces Arthur M. Blank Crest Cup competition
U.S. Soccer announced the launch of the Arthur M. Blank Crest Cup, a new national tournament that brings together women’s soccer clubs from different divisions nationwide to compete for a single championship. The prize pool will exceed…
Three takeaways from USWNT’s 2-2 draw against Spain
Lineup tinkering, defensive issues and direct offensive success
Overcoming the Obstacles
The Las Vegas Aces’ quest to successfully defend their title is not over, as they seek to win a fourth championship in a five-year span. However, they now find themselves in a massive do-or-die situation in their semifinal series. With…
Battle-Tested and Built For This: How DeWanna Bonner Elevates Atlanta On and Off The Court
From big buckets to a big voice, DeWanna Bonner is the Atlanta Dream’s X-factor in the chase for their first-ever WNBA title. The Dream have made the playoffs four years in a row, but they are currently matched up against the New York…
Gabby Williams: Do You Believe in Magic?
This has, without a doubt, been the best two week span of Gabby Williams’ WNBA career. In the Golden State Valkyries’ first five games of the 2026 playoffs, they went 4-1, eliminating the No. 7 Dallas Wings and snagging Games 1 and 2…
The Eighth Seed That Never Felt Like One: The Story of the New York Liberty
Despite having a roster filled with battle-tested, championship-proven star power, the New York Liberty were underdogs heading into the 2026 WNBA Playoffs. The Liberty entered the postseason as the No. 8 seed after finishing the year 26-18…
2026 WNBA Playoffs Preview – Semifinals: Golden State Valkyries vs. Las Vegas Aces
In what could be considered one of the most anticipated matchups in the playoffs so far, the No. 2 Golden State Valkyries will face off against the No. 3 Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA semifinals after both teams survived the best-of-three…
2026 WNBA Playoffs Preview – Semifinals: Atlanta Dream vs. New York Liberty
Two teams that had different paths to the semifinals while also sharing some similar patterns during the regular season now have the opportunity to secure a spot in the WNBA Finals. The No. 4 Atlanta Dream and the No. 8 New York Liberty…
Angel Reese: A Year of Difference
From the pits to the playoffs, Angel Reese has arrived at the biggest moment in her career — but the path wasn’t always so clear. One year ago, the No. 7 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft was fresh off a 10-34 season with the Chicago Sky. And…
Two Paths, One Matchup: How the Liberty and Lynx Landed in the First Round
When the WNBA playoffs come around every postseason and seeding takes form, there’s typically a simple story behind why each team landed where they did. Finishing the regular season at the top of the WNBA standings once again, the…