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Nikki McCray-Penson, Basketball Star and Coach, Dies at 51
After a standout college career at the University of Tennessee, she won two Olympic gold medals, played nine years in…
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Can This Man Fix France’s Women’s Team?
Hervé Renard has led two men’s teams to the World Cup. But in taking over his country’s talented but troubled…
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Messi Shines a Spotlight on Miami, and on Soccer in the U.S.
As his Inter Miami career begins with a match Friday night, Messi’s impact is already felt in a city known…
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Overlooked No More: Lily Parr, Dominant British Soccer Player
She persevered at a time when women were effectively banned from the sport, and was the first woman inducted into…
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FIFA Will Allow Rainbow Armbands at Women’s World Cup
Captains will be offered choices reflecting several anti-discrimination efforts. The rainbow-colored design is similar to one banned at the men’s…
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Losing Their Way to the Playoffs
The Minnesota Twins could join the ignominious list of postseason teams with losing records. But that’s nothing compared to what’s…
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The Hottest Thing in Baseball Is a Grid of Nine Blank Squares
Immaculate Grid has become a daily obsession for fans, journalists and even some ex-players. Being purchased by Baseball Reference should…
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Victor Wembanyama Gets Introduction to N.B.A. Fame and Game in Las Vegas
Wembanyama had the anticipation of fans and a turn in the tabloids, yet a more modest showing as he learns…
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With Nothing Left to Lose, the Mets and the Padres Get Desperate
Outrageous payrolls created outlandish expectations, but two of baseball’s most disappointing teams are just hoping to end the first half…
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Embracing Their Strength (or Lack Thereof)
Tampa Bay’s outrageous season has been fueled by home runs. Cleveland barely hits any. Both teams follow the numbers and…