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fromBleacher Nation
8 hours ago

Should I Consider Team Travel Fatigue When Sports Betting? - Bleacher Nation

Travel fatigue refers to the cumulative physical and mental drain that comes from crossing time zones, sleeping in unfamiliar environments, and competing on compressed schedules. It is not just about being tired from a long flight.
Chicago Cubs
fromESPN.com
22 hours ago

Sources: Hamby finalizing multiyear deal to remain with Sparks

Dearica Hamby has recorded career highs in points per game (18.4) and field goal percentage (57.2%) while averaging 7.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 1.6 steals last season.
Washington Wizards
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Workers at LA stadium threaten World Cup strike amid anger over ICE

Kurt Petersen, co-president of Unite Here Local 11, outlined a slew of union demands in a letter addressed to FIFA president Gianni Infantino and Stan Kroenke, calling for fair working practices and a public statement against ICE's presence at the games.
Berlin
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

I was a world champion athlete as a teenager, but I wasn't allowed to do GCSE PE'

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, emphasizing the importance of inclusive sports and representation for individuals with disabilities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

Gambling is easy, right? Wrong: it turns out betting on sport is designed to disturb you | Barney Ronay

Nearly everyone is losing money, a club executive is quoted as saying, presumably while dressed in a suit made entirely from gold leaf, bitcoin shavings and vintage parmesan cheese.
Poker
New York Knicks
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

World Cup host committee names sports superstars as ambassadors for the global event

Eli Manning, Midge Purce, and Josh Hart are named Official World Cup Ambassadors for the FIFA 2026 World Cup in New York/New Jersey.
#nfl
Media industry
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

What the DOJ's NFL investigation could mean for networks, fans

The federal government is investigating the NFL's broadcast rights sales amid concerns over rising costs for consumers.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 day ago

Report: Justice Department investigating America's favorite sport - Poynter

The NFL dominates television viewership, with 46 of the top 50 telecasts in 2025 being NFL games.
Media industry
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Sources: DOJ opens antitrust investigation of NFL over TV deals

The Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices related to its television contracts and subscription requirements.
Media industry
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Dept. of Justice sets sights on NFL's media rights deals

The DOJ is investigating the NFL's media deals amid concerns over consumer affordability and fair treatment of traditional broadcast partners.
Media industry
fromBleacher Nation
2 days ago

The DOJ Is Investigating the NFL Over Its Media Rights Deals

The DOJ is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices in media rights deals affecting consumer costs.
Media industry
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

US Justice Department opens probe into NFL over anticompetitive practices

The US Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices related to broadcast sales to streaming services.
Media industry
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

What the DOJ's NFL investigation could mean for networks, fans

The federal government is investigating the NFL's broadcast rights sales amid concerns over rising costs for consumers.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 day ago

Report: Justice Department investigating America's favorite sport - Poynter

The NFL dominates television viewership, with 46 of the top 50 telecasts in 2025 being NFL games.
Media industry
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Sources: DOJ opens antitrust investigation of NFL over TV deals

The Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices related to its television contracts and subscription requirements.
Media industry
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Dept. of Justice sets sights on NFL's media rights deals

The DOJ is investigating the NFL's media deals amid concerns over consumer affordability and fair treatment of traditional broadcast partners.
Media industry
fromBleacher Nation
2 days ago

The DOJ Is Investigating the NFL Over Its Media Rights Deals

The DOJ is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices in media rights deals affecting consumer costs.
Media industry
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

US Justice Department opens probe into NFL over anticompetitive practices

The US Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices related to broadcast sales to streaming services.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromEyes On Isles
1 day ago

Matthew Schaefer's agent believed one more year in Erie or the NCAA was the right call before joining the Islanders

Matthew Schaefer has defied expectations by becoming a standout NHL player at 18, breaking multiple rookie records after recovering from a serious injury.
AC Milan
fromSempreMilan
1 day ago

Bloomberg: Doubts arise regarding NBA Europe revenues - the concerning figures

NBA Europe proposal may affect AC Milan's financial decisions regarding league participation.
#ncaa
Higher education
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

NCAA to discuss five-year eligibility proposal, reports say

NCAA is considering eligibility rule changes that would incorporate age, allowing five years of eligibility starting at age 19 or high school graduation.
fromDefector
2 months ago
National Basketball Association

NCAA Learns The Legal Consequences Of Making Shit Up As You Go Along | Defector

Higher education
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

NCAA to discuss five-year eligibility proposal, reports say

NCAA is considering eligibility rule changes that would incorporate age, allowing five years of eligibility starting at age 19 or high school graduation.
fromDefector
2 months ago
National Basketball Association

NCAA Learns The Legal Consequences Of Making Shit Up As You Go Along | Defector

#branded-content
Marketing
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Ford and Nissan are embedding their brands in sports as they chase fandoms

Advertisers are creating their own branded sports content instead of sponsoring leagues, exemplified by Ford's Bronco Off Course show.
Marketing
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Ford, Nissan and State Farm are embedding their brands in sports as they chase fandoms

Advertisers are creating their own branded sports content instead of sponsoring leagues, exemplified by Ford's Bronco Off Course show.
Marketing
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Ford and Nissan are embedding their brands in sports as they chase fandoms

Advertisers are creating their own branded sports content instead of sponsoring leagues, exemplified by Ford's Bronco Off Course show.
Marketing
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Ford, Nissan and State Farm are embedding their brands in sports as they chase fandoms

Advertisers are creating their own branded sports content instead of sponsoring leagues, exemplified by Ford's Bronco Off Course show.
Miami Dolphins
fromwww.espn.com
1 day ago

5 Ohio St. players, Ty Simpson among 16 to attend NFL draft - ESPN

Five Ohio State players will attend the NFL draft, aiming for a historic selection of four in the top 10.
Women
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans champion releases heartbreaking video after darts bans trans women from competing - LGBTQ Nation

The Darts Regulatory Authority has banned trans women from competing in women's events, impacting champion Noa-Lynn van Leuven's ability to participate.
Los Angeles
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

LA28 Olympics opens ticket sales globally after record local demand

LA28 sold more tickets in the first week than any previous Olympic Games, indicating strong demand despite complaints about prices and availability.
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Student-athletes more likely to attend school than peers, new research finds

"Kids show up to school when they feel connected to adults, peers and are engaged in something meaningful," said Hedy Chang, chief executive of Attendance Works.
US news
Exercise
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Incontinence problems leave me 'leaking while competing'

Incontinence after childbirth can lead to significant physical and mental challenges, affecting women's fitness and social activities.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Top newcomers for every SEC team and what coaches, GMs are saying

New players will significantly impact SEC teams in 2026, with Alabama's RB Ezavier Crowell expected to be a key contributor.
#nba
National Basketball Association
fromDefector
3 days ago

The 65-Game Rule Exacerbates The Fake Problem It Was Intended To Solve | Defector

The 65-game rule complicates NBA award eligibility, impacting star players who may miss out due to injuries or insufficient game time.
National Basketball Association
fromDefector
3 days ago

The 65-Game Rule Exacerbates The Fake Problem It Was Intended To Solve | Defector

The 65-game rule complicates NBA award eligibility, impacting star players who may miss out due to injuries or insufficient game time.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Prep talk: Jordan Ayala of Norco is latest baseball player to reclassify his grade

Jordan Ayala, 16, said he's moving his graduation date up to preserve his arm and take a look at becoming a professional after high school.
New York Yankees
Juventus
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
3 days ago

European giants plot ambitious move to bring Liverpool star back to the league he left for Merseyside

Juventus is considering signing Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
#mlb
Boston Red Sox
fromMLB Trade Rumors
5 days ago

Joe Ross Elects Free Agency

Veteran righty Ross elected free agency after a brief stint with the D-Backs, struggling in his appearances and previously having a tough year with the Phillies.
#premier-league
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago
English Premier League

How 11 Premier League teams could qualify for Europe

The Premier League could have 11 teams in Europe due to new European Performance Spots and potential outcomes of domestic competitions.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Premier League secures fifth Champions League spot

The Premier League will have at least five teams in the Champions League next season due to strong overall performance in European competitions.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Premier League secures fifth Champions League spot

The Premier League will have at least five teams in the Champions League next season due to strong overall performance in European competitions.
LA Clippers
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

College softball rankings: 2026 NCAA Week 9 Top 25 poll

Texas Tech leads the rankings, while Texas struggles with recent losses ahead of a crucial series against Oklahoma.
Miami Marlins
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Amid scandal, is MLB headed for an international draft?

The death of Ismael Ureña Pérez highlights the exploitation and corruption in the Dominican Republic's youth baseball system.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Ahead of World Cup, ICE says its agents don't carry guns in Canada | CBC Sports

ICE agents in Canada do not carry firearms and do not conduct operational activities like arrests or search warrants.
Washington Nationals
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Can the USMNT and USWNT become America's favorite sports teams'? Their CEO thinks so

US Soccer aims for men's and women's teams to become America's favorite sports teams, enhancing popularity and participation in soccer nationwide.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

My Daughter's Sport Has Taken a Sudden Turn. She's Too Young for This.

Introducing skill testing in sports for young children can be appropriate if they have prior experience and are ready for growth.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Prep talk: Boras Classic begins Tuesday with No. 1 and No. 2 teams playing

St. John Bosco, the new No. 1 high school baseball team in Southern California, took two of three games last week from the previous No. 1 team, Orange Lutheran.
Atlanta Braves
Miami food
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

MLS commissioner: Fifa smart' to use dynamic pricing for World Cup tickets

Fifa's dynamic ticket pricing for the World Cup has significantly raised prices, reflecting the event's exclusivity, according to MLS commissioner Don Garber.
fromInside The Star
6 days ago

Cowboys Need to Keep an Eye on 2 International Pathway Players " Inside The Star

Uar Bernard and Joshua Weru put up insane numbers at the International Pathway Program Pro Day. If Dallas wants to find upside in different places, these are the kind of prospects the front office should be watching.
Dallas Cowboys
#olympics
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

"Wouldn't want it any other way": These two brothers are funding their Olympic dreams one OF subscription at a time - Queerty

Klass Francisks Rozentals embraces his Olympic dream funded by OF, rejecting criticism and emphasizing the necessity of side hustles for athletes.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

"Wouldn't want it any other way": These two brothers are funding their Olympic dreams one OF subscription at a time - Queerty

Klass Francisks Rozentals embraces his Olympic dream funded by OF, rejecting criticism and emphasizing the necessity of side hustles for athletes.
Law
fromABA Journal
1 week ago

Legal services provider 8am and NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers announce partnership

8am partners with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, gaining naming rights for a premium lounge at Raymond James Stadium.
fromESPN.com
22 hours ago

Brittney Griner finalizing seven-figure deal to join Sun, sources say

Brittney Griner, a two-time WNBA scoring champion, is finalizing a seven-figure deal to join the Connecticut Sun, as the franchise prepares to relocate to Houston in 2027.
Washington Wizards
Women
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

2026 college softball: Answering five big questions

Texas and Oklahoma are the top teams in college softball, with a major series upcoming this weekend.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Beyond Inclusion: Liberating LGBTQ+ Athletes

LGBTQ+ athletes face unique stressors that impact their performance and well-being due to the need to manage their identities in sports environments.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

College baseball Week 8: Top 25 rankings, best moments and what to watch

UCLA remains the top college baseball team after sweeping USC, while Alabama and UCF make significant jumps in the rankings.
#college-sports
Higher education
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Executive order aims to limit NCAA athletes to 5 years, 1 transfer

Trump signed an executive order limiting college athletes' playing seasons and transfer options, risking federal funding for non-compliance.
Higher education
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Arbitration case could bring change to NCAA's 'messy middle'

Top college football programs are exceeding spending caps, challenging the stability of the House settlement designed to ensure competitive balance.
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Aces bring back Chelsea Gray on $3 million, 3-year deal

Chelsea Gray signed a three-year, $3-million deal to return to the Las Vegas Aces after a successful season and offseason.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Managing in an international break - and what to do when your star player does not come home

International breaks can be both an opportunity and a challenge for managers, impacting player performance and recovery.
Marketing
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
2 days ago

CAA Wants to Bring More Marketers to Hollywood's Creative Table

CAA is integrating brand marketers into the creative process of original IP series to enhance storytelling and audience connection.
#college-football
fromESPN.com
4 days ago
National Basketball Association

2026 college football transfer portal: Bill Connelly's favorite classes

National Basketball Association
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

2026 college football transfer portal: Bill Connelly's favorite classes

The transfer portal offers diverse strategies for building competitive college football rosters, blending art and science in roster construction.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

College football teams, coaches, players with most to prove in 2026

Hope in sports can lead to pressure, disappointment, and impatience for teams, coaches, and players in college football.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'Kicked to the kerb' - is boxing failing its heroes?

Terry Spinks' fame masked a tragic decline into alcoholism and brain injury, highlighting the lack of care for retired boxers.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

How to Find a Certified Sports Psychiatrist

Athletes increasingly prioritize mental health, necessitating specialized support from sports psychiatrists who understand performance-related psychological pressures.
#transfer-portal
Women
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Women's NCAA basketball transfer rankings for 2026-27 season

The women's college basketball transfer portal opened with over 1,000 players entering, significantly impacting team rosters and coaching strategies.
Women
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Women's NCAA basketball transfer rankings for 2026-27 season

The women's college basketball transfer portal opened with over 1,000 players entering, significantly impacting team rosters and coaching strategies.
Boston Bruins
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Inside the impact of NIL and revenue sharing on college hockey

Penn State's hockey program has rapidly evolved, hosting 75,000 fans for a game, showcasing significant investment and talent acquisition.
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

O'Shea hopes for 'straightforward' contract talks

John O'Shea focuses on the upcoming World Cup play-off while hoping for a straightforward contract extension as coach of the Republic of Ireland.
Washington Wizards
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

UCLA and its six seniors are eyeing a WNBA draft takeover

Gabriela Jaquez and five UCLA seniors are poised to make WNBA history as potential first-round draft picks in 2026.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Olympic committee will force all women to undergo genetic testing as part of new trans ban - LGBTQ Nation

The IOC has banned transgender women from women's Olympic events and introduced mandatory genetic testing for female athletes.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Female athletes' fertility is still a blind spot | Letter

Changes to insurance for female athletes are positive, but fertility support remains a critical issue that needs addressing.
Exercise
fromElite Traveler
2 weeks ago

The Personal Trainers Trusted by Olympians and Hollywood Stars

Experienced personal trainers help clients achieve fitness goals through individualized training programs that address both physical and mental aspects of performance.
Washington Wizards
fromSportsnaut
2 days ago

Flory Bidunga Enters NCAA Transfer Portal: Top 5 Landing Spots

Flory Bidunga is the top player in the NCAA Transfer Portal, known for his elite defense and scoring efficiency.
#sports-marketing
fromDigiday
1 week ago
Marketing

High stakes, big budgets: How brands are navigating a massive sports year

Brands are prioritizing long-term partnerships over costly live sports advertising due to economic uncertainties and high costs of ad placements.
fromAdExchanger
2 weeks ago
Marketing

The Sports World Is Getting The Retail Media Bug | AdExchanger

The sports industry is embracing data-driven digital marketing through initiatives like the Fieldhouse Media Network by Pacers Sports & Entertainment.
Marketing
fromDigiday
1 week ago

High stakes, big budgets: How brands are navigating a massive sports year

Brands are prioritizing long-term partnerships over costly live sports advertising due to economic uncertainties and high costs of ad placements.
Marketing
fromAdExchanger
2 weeks ago

The Sports World Is Getting The Retail Media Bug | AdExchanger

The sports industry is embracing data-driven digital marketing through initiatives like the Fieldhouse Media Network by Pacers Sports & Entertainment.
Washington DC
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

The World Anti-Doping Agency wants to ban Trump and U.S. government officials from international sporting events for not paying their dues | Fortune

The World Anti-Doping Agency is considering a rule to bar U.S. government officials, including President Trump, from attending major international sporting events in response to unpaid dues and disputes over doping case handling.
Media industry
fromDigiday
3 days ago

Future of TV Briefing: A TV advertising staple is missing from YouTube show sponsorships

YouTube channels are beginning to offer TV-style make-goods and viewership guarantees to sponsors as episodic series gain popularity.
English Premier League
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The Spin | It was a crazy time': why big auction paychecks don't always equal superstardom

Graham Napier, a former Essex all-rounder turned fire safety officer, was signed by Mumbai Indians after his record-breaking T20 innings in 2008, but played only one match due to Essex restricting his availability.
#nil-deals
Marketing
fromDigiday
3 weeks ago

The real winners of March Madness? Brands that move fast on NIL deals

Consumer brands are heavily investing in NIL deals with college basketball players during March Madness, with food and beverage brands leading deal volume.
Marketing
fromDigiday
3 weeks ago

The real winners of March Madness? Brands that move fast on NIL deals

Consumer brands are heavily investing in NIL deals with college basketball players during March Madness, with food and beverage brands leading deal volume.
Marketing
fromDigiday
3 weeks ago

The real winners of March Madness? Brands that move fast on NIL deals

Consumer brands are heavily investing in NIL deals with college basketball players during March Madness, with food and beverage brands leading deal volume.
Marketing
fromDigiday
3 weeks ago

The real winners of March Madness? Brands that move fast on NIL deals

Consumer brands are heavily investing in NIL deals with college basketball players during March Madness, with food and beverage brands leading deal volume.
US politics
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

This Would Never Fly in High School Sports. Why Is It OK for Team USA?

Most U.S. men's Olympic hockey players have failed to meaningfully apologize for laughing at Trump's misogynistic joke about the women's team, with only one player offering a direct apology.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

How Much Do Current U.S. Olympic Athletes Actually Get Paid? - SnowBrains

Olympic athletes are unpaid for competing; medalists receive country-determined cash awards, sponsorships provide most income, and some private pledges offer delayed or conditional payments.
National Basketball Association
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

NCAA to require availability reports from tournament teams

NCAA mandates player availability reports for men's and women's basketball tournaments with financial penalties for non-compliance, marking the first championship-wide implementation of this policy.
Data science
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Sports Betting Is Skyrocketing. Will It Take Over the Olympics?

Integrity agencies monitor live betting data to detect suspicious patterns and coordinate investigations into match-fixing, collusion, and other gambling malfeasance.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I'm About to Be a Professional Athlete-With the Paycheck to Go With It. My Dad Claims I "Owe" Him.

Adult athletes do not owe parents repayment for normal child-rearing; establish firm financial boundaries and legal protections before receiving professional earnings.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Change the game: How sports can drive social impact

Major 2026 sporting events create opportunities to expand youth sports access through local, affordable, and sustained community-driven programs and corporate partnerships.
Exercise
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

My 15-year-old is training for the 2034 Olympics. We are considering looking for financial sponsors for him.

Gavin Canzano, 15, is a talented aerial skier training with the US Ski Team program, supported by his parents pursuing the 2034 Olympics.
Higher education
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

'Street agents' exploiting athletes in NIL deals, coaches warn

Unregulated "street agents" have proliferated in the NIL era, exploiting especially high school athletes by negotiating deals and charging fees without certification.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Out of contract in the summer - so what next for these stars?

Top WSL players nearing contract ends face decisions to stay or move, with Khadija Shaw urged to pursue trophies elsewhere.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Surge in football agent registrations after clampdown on rogue operators

Registrations of football agents with the FAI have surged from six to 30, with 27 more completing registration after a clampdown on unlicensed agents.
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