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#basketball
fromMashable
1 day ago
Boston Celtics

Do you know ball? Inside the internet's most obsessive basketball debate.

fromDefector
9 months ago
National Basketball Association

Fine, To Hell With It: A T.J. McConnell Appreciation Blog | Defector

Boston food
fromESPN.com
20 hours ago

March Madness 2026: How UConn's Braylon Mullins became a hometown hero

Indiana has a deep love for basketball, exemplified by local talent Braylon Mullins and the state's rich basketball history.
Boston Celtics
fromMashable
1 day ago

Do you know ball? Inside the internet's most obsessive basketball debate.

Ball knowledge in basketball transcends trivia, encompassing a deeper understanding of the game's systems and player roles.
fromDefector
9 months ago
National Basketball Association

Fine, To Hell With It: A T.J. McConnell Appreciation Blog | Defector

#baseball
Humor
fromJezebel
1 week ago

Baseball Season Is Back; Let's Celebrate with Its Most Absurd Jargon

Baseball combines slow-paced moments with bursts of excitement, featuring unique jargon that reflects its rich history and culture.
#fifa-world-cup
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago
Germany news

FIFA World Cup 2026: Trump's politics put off German fans

Fans are excited for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, planning trips and supporting the German national team.
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 week ago
Soccer (FIFA)

11 Bucket-List Soccer Stadium Tours in Europe and the UK

Soccer fans can enjoy stadium tours as an alternative to attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

FIFA World Cup 2026: Trump's politics put off German fans

Fans are excited for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, planning trips and supporting the German national team.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromDefector
4 days ago

What's The Value Of An Ass-Kicking Freely Offered? | Defector

Hockey fights have become less frequent due to a shift towards safety, yet they still serve a purpose in team bonding.
Women in technology
fromFortune
4 days ago

Eileen Gu's advice for success: Create your own pond | Fortune

Eileen Gu emphasizes creating unique opportunities and embracing multifaceted identities for women in sports and beyond.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Do you live in a World Cup host city? We'd love to hear your stories

The 2026 World Cup will feature 48 teams and 104 matches across 16 host cities, starting with Mexico vs. South Africa on June 11.
#emotional-abuse
Women
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Crossing the line: Emotional abuse in college sports

Marta Galic faced emotional abuse and humiliation during basketball practice, impacting her love for the sport and highlighting issues in athlete treatment.
Bayern Munich
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Football: St. Pauli coach comes out as gay, criticizes game

A coach at FC St. Pauli publicly came out as gay, criticizing the homophobic attitudes in men's football.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Commentary: The Dodgers and their fans are geared up for a three-peat. Why the quest will fall short

Dodger fans now believe their team will win a third consecutive championship despite past doubts and playoff failures.
Washington Nationals
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

Nobody's Having More Fun Than The Italians | Defector

The World Baseball Classic uses flexible nationality rules allowing players to represent countries through lineage and citizenship, creating amusing rosters like Team Italy's Italian-Americans defeating Team USA.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ladies Day returns to Cheltenham festival promising glamour and glory'

Our core objective is to get more women and girls coming racing, which we think we can achieve. There is a huge audience of female sports fans that we think will love coming racing. Guy Lavender, the chief executive of Cheltenham racecourse, emphasized the racecourse's commitment to expanding female participation in racing through strategic programming and accessibility initiatives.
Women
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Wherefore art thou?': France look to restore identity with outing to Romeo and Juliet

France's rugby coach takes players to Paris Opera to reset mentally after a disappointing loss to Scotland and seven weeks of isolated training camp preparation.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Jay Jurden's six-pack has a message for RFK Jr. & other fragile meat bros - Queerty

Standup comedian Jay Jurden critiques the oversimplification and hypocrisy in sports culture and public health policy, exposing how dismissing nuance reflects deeper insecurities about masculinity.
Running
fromEsquire
1 month ago

NFL Prospect Gennings Dunkers Is a Mulleted, Mustachioed Mountain of a Man

Gennings Dunker, an Iowa lineman, became a viral NFL Combine story due to his distinctive red mullet and eccentric personality rather than athletic performance.
LA Dodgers
fromDodgers Nation
1 month ago

Three Special Pregame Routines From Dodgers Stars

Three Los Angeles Dodgers stars maintain distinct game day superstitions: Freddie Freeman honors his deceased mother through a cross necklace and protective sleeves, Shohei Ohtani respectfully greets umpires by name before each at-bat, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto relies on his interpreter's lucky boxers for pitching success.
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Older gay men built their own hockey fandom. Then came 'Heated Rivalry'

Mike Holmes, 59, started watching "Heated Rivalry" because of the sex. "The first two episodes are the spiciest and, of course, that's fun to watch," he told The 19th. The gay hockey romance has become an unexpected international cultural sensation. The two leads were even chosen to carry the Olympic Torch for one leg of the relay ahead of the Winter Games, which begin Friday in the Italian cities of Milan and Cortina.
LGBT
Washington Nationals
fromTalkNats.com
2 months ago

Talk Nats Fandom: Where do we all fit in? | TalkNats.com

Baseball fan communities contain distinct fan types—Die-Hard, Historian, Analytical, Casual, and Bandwagon—whose differing loyalties, knowledge, and behaviors drive spirited forum engagement.
fromTheLeafsNation
2 months ago

This game is for the fans

It's not a matter if Marner will be booed upon donning the Vegas Golden Knights jersey on Friday against the Toronto Maple Leafs, it's a matter of how loud and vicious they will be. There Will Be Boos, and for all the narratives entering the most emotionally charged regular season contest in recent memory, this game is for the fans.
Toronto
East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago

Oakland sports fans: Your guide to Super Bowl LX and upcoming Oakland sports events

Oakland will host the Bay Area's official Super Bowl LX watch party, showcasing its proud sports culture despite lacking major league teams.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Inspired by Heated Rivalry, gay hockey player shares his moving coming out story - LGBTQ Nation

He spent his teenage years, he said, trying to reconcile his sexuality with those expectations. "As a young teenager, I carried a weight that did not seem to fit into that world, and I lived in a constant state of dichotomy. I loved the game, but I lived with a persistent fear. I wondered how I could be gay and still play such a tough and masculine sport."
LGBT
#college-football
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
3 months ago

AVENUE & SONSkatepark / Various Associates

The AVENUE & SON skatepark integrates sports culture and commercial vitality in Riverain, creating a seaside public destination that fosters a symbiotic community.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

They like a good night out': German darts fans find a (mostly) friendly rivalry at Alexandra Palace

A mass surge of German fans has transformed darts into a spectator phenomenon, driving ticket sales and changing event atmospheres despite no German world-class players.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

If we are witnessing the death spiral of the cult of Bazball, let's savour what it created | Barney Ronay

Bazball developed cult-like dynamics—charismatic leadership, love-bombing, enforced unity and illogical rituals—giving way to backlash and disillusionment after failures.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

The Indo Daily: Troubled Waters Ep 1 - 'They're messing with his head': Paul Kimmage's journey inside the toxic world of Irish rowing

Concerns about the culture inside Irish rowing's High Performance Unit surfaced through early warnings and internal tensions despite the unit's significant sporting successes.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Cricket: India World Cup win could transform women's sport DW 11/04/2025

India's women's cricket team won the World Cup for the first time, triggering nationwide celebration and potential transformation for women's sport across the country.
#alex-ovechkin
fromRMNB
8 months ago
National Basketball Association

Alex Ovechkin says comparing him to his favorite athlete Michael Jordan is like comparing night to day: 'Jordan is the greatest'

fromRMNB
8 months ago
National Basketball Association

Alex Ovechkin says comparing him to his favorite athlete Michael Jordan is like comparing night to day: 'Jordan is the greatest'

Books
fromThe Atlantic
5 months ago

Seven Books That Will Make You a Better Sports Fan

Fall's sports season offers spectacle while highlighting gambling, sportswashing, athlete labor disputes, and HBCU influence on football culture.
Real estate
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

I moved from New York City to Raleigh. I'm glad I made the jump, but there are 5 things I wish I'd known beforehand.

Moving from New York City to Raleigh requires more driving, a sports-centered social life, and adapting to Southern weather than many expect.
fromDefector
5 months ago

'Only If You Get Caught' Is One Week Away | Defector

Over the course of our first season, we will tell the stories of eight cheating scandals, both in and outside of sports. That is the first task of each episode anyway; the more interesting part of the show, the thing that makes it special and makes me feel especially proud of our work, is that each cheating scandal is also a window into something larger.
National Basketball Association
National Basketball Association
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
5 months ago

Crunchyroll and the NBA Reunite for a Heroic Collaboration: My Hero Academia x NBA Collection | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Crunchyroll and the NBA released a second collaboration blending My Hero Academia characters with NBA team-themed apparel, uniting anime fandom and basketball culture.
#mental-health
Soccer (FIFA)
fromDefector
6 months ago

Scoreboard! | Defector

Youth competitive soccer becomes intensely serious and cutthroat, with adult-style competition and costs, yet many matches still lack a visible scoreboard.
fromDefector
6 months ago

The Maple Leafs Can't Seem To Get Out Of The First Round Against Punctuation | Defector

Maple Leafs camp opened on Wednesday, and on a wall in the media room was the motivational slogan "No grit, no grind, no greatness." Eagle-eyed observers noted that this is a minor but significant change from what was printed there last season: "No grit. No grind. No greatness." The periods have been replaced with commas, after the motto was roundly mocked by those pointing out that when read in plain English, the slogan implied that the Leafs possessed none of those things.
Toronto
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIndependent
6 months ago

How battered and bruised Armenia will try to find their way out of the doldrums against Ireland

Armenia aims to fuse physical strength and tactical intelligence in football to frustrate opponents despite cultural focus on wrestling and chess and a recent heavy defeat.
National Basketball Association
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Mallorca president Andy Kohlberg: We've made it about the club belonging to the island'

Andy Kohlberg combines professional tennis experience, business entrepreneurship, and cross-cultural sports leadership while practicing restraint and perspective in club presidency.
National Football League
fromSun Sentinel
7 months ago

Dave Hyde: Dolphins injuries, America's game and the conflict of a new football season

Football's popularity depends on spectacle despite causing frequent severe injuries, including neck surgeries and life-altering trauma to players.
fromESPN.com
8 months ago

'Building stuff is fun, man': How Diego Pavia helped Vanderbilt rise from its ruins

Diego Pavia, the 24-year-old quarterback at Vanderbilt, remarks on the changing perception of the city, citing his own rise and the new wave of enthusiasm for Vanderbilt football.
NYC music
fromPuck Prose
7 months ago

Race Horse Named After Sergei Bobrovsky Wins Big At Saratoga Race Track

Bobrovsky, a racehorse named after the NHL goaltender, won the Skidmore Stakes, highlighting a connection between horse racing and hockey culture.
National Hockey League
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Premier League's big show is back, full of thrills but facing new threat to its power | Barney Ronay

The Premier League season 2025-26 commences with enormous anticipation and record-breaking transfer spending by clubs.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Triumph and disaster for you, soft power for the Premier League: fantasy football is back | Jonathan Liew

Fantasy Premier League generates a cultural divide between dismissal of its triviality and deep obsession in its community.
#rugby
New York Yankees
fromAthlon Sports
7 months ago

Aaron Judge's Dogs Just Landed the Cutest Side Hustle in the Bronx

Yankees are selling plush toys of Aaron Judge's dachshunds, Gus and Penny, reflecting their growing brand and connection to the team's culture.
Cannabis
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
7 months ago

Headed to Yankees vs. Astros Tonight? Stop by ConBud Across from Yankee Stadium for Silly Nice | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

ConBud offers premium cannabis products and a unique experience for fans visiting Yankee Stadium.
US politics
fromDefector
7 months ago

Wall Street Journal Calls For Congressional Investigation Into Caitlin Clark Getting Fouled | Defector

Caitlin Clark's situation has sparked widespread cultural debate and calls for investigation into perceived racial justice issues within the WNBA.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
8 months ago

A stretch of Harlem is turning into an open-air tennis club for one day only

Tennis in Harlem transforms West 120th Street into an open-air tennis club with food, music, and community activities on August 16.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Bitter rivals Malmo and Copenhagen set for Champions League showdown

"The name of the bridge Oresund if you're Swedish or resund if you're Danish is one of only a few things that divide the people of the two cities."
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Are you not wowed? Bazball, India and a one-armed man deliver drama and beauty | Barney Ronay

Have you ever seen the onearmed man running a bye to the keeper while 20,000 people leap and writhe and hold their heads and the one-armed man shouts in agony? This scene captures the surreal essence of a cricket match, where intense emotion exists even amidst a seemingly uneventful game.
Soccer (FIFA)
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Lionesses show the best side of the beautiful game | Letters

Women's football in England showcases resilience and deserves equal respect and admiration despite misogynistic criticism.
Boston Red Sox
fromESPN.com
8 months ago

Braves, Reds awed by sights as MLB hits Bristol

The MLB Speedway Classic showcased baseball at Bristol Motor Speedway, blending racing history with the sport's expansion efforts.
fromThe Killeen Daily Herald
8 months ago

PHOTO ESSAY: Polaroids capture Chicago Cubs vs. White Sox 'Crosstown Classic'

The Crosstown Classic showcases a fierce rivalry between the Cubs and White Sox, bringing to life the passionate competition between North Side and South Side fans.
Chicago
Manchester City
fromwww.standard.co.uk
8 months ago

Steven Knight: Birmingham City show would've been a tragedy' before US takeover

New series follows Birmingham City under Tom Brady's ownership, transforming the club's narrative from a tragedy to a hopeful story.
#san-francisco-giants
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Defeated but proud: Madridistas brave the heat to roar on La Roja

The Parque de Berlin was filled with people braving the 35C heat to stand in front of a large screen, excited for the women's Euro final.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIndependent
8 months ago

From local brands to big business - how GAA jersey sponsorship has grown into a multi-million-euro industry

Kerry and Donegal's final showcases a vibrant festival with a legacy of sponsorship in Gaelic football since 2014.
#lebron-james
Miami
fromMiami Herald
8 months ago

Cote: Why Miami remains a Football Town even as Dolphins & Canes disappoint | Opinion

Miami is a Football Town, with significant historical challenges faced by the Dolphins and Hurricanes in recent decades.
Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
8 months ago

Capitals prospects Ilya Protas and Eriks Mateiko explain the origins of their 'Hammer' and 'Moose' nicknames: 'I have no clue what is moose'

Nicknames in the Washington Capitals locker room often have unique backstories, reflecting players' personalities and experiences.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
8 months ago

Wrexham's Australia-NZ tour diary: How did they break 'No Sherrin Rule', and what is it?

Wrexham is touring Australia for the first time, playing against A-League clubs in preparation for the next Championship season.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

The Spin | Dear cycling: a letter and a warning from cricket's golden free-to-air summer in 2005

The Tour de France represents a deep personal connection, blending history, location, and sports that resonate with nostalgia, challenges, and triumphs, creating enduring memories.
Bicycling
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Allez, allez, allez! Quebec gives go-ahead to cheer go!' in English at provincial sports games

Quebec's language police partially legitimized the use of "go" for sports cheers, allowing fans to celebrate more freely.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromCyclingnews
9 months ago

'Peter Sagan made me want to be a bike racer' - Quinn Simmons calls for riders to be entertainer as well as winners

Quinn Simmons advocates for cyclists to be entertainers and attract new young fans.
#wnba
Chelsea
fromSoccer News
9 months ago

This club is for winners, warns Colwill to Chelseas new arrivals - Soccer News

Chelsea is a club focused on winning and expects the same from all players.
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 months ago

Like a Bad Neighbor: The NBA Draft Was a Cringeworthy State Farm Infomercial

"Over the last two nights, the NBA didn't just stage a show—they sold the stage, the script, and the orchestra pit to an insurance giant... It was branded content."
National Basketball Association
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
9 months ago

Euro 2025 kit ranking: Which team is Europe's style champion?

The Euro 2025 tournament not only showcases football talent but also highlights the creativity of national team kits.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
9 months ago

Embrace the chaos of Concacaf: 'It's a different football'

The Dominican Republic scored its first-ever Gold Cup goal in a controversial moment against Mexico, highlighting Concacaf's unique spirit.
New York Mets
fromTime Out New York
9 months ago

Citi Field hosts annual Women's Night on Monday with exclusive giveaways

Mets' Women's Night celebrates women's impact in sports with giveaways and programming, enhancing community engagement during the baseball season.
fromBuzzFeed
9 months ago

24 Students Just Shared The Wildest Meltdowns They've Ever Seen Rich Kids Have At Private Schools

I played competitive cricket on Saturdays with about six guys from school (a fairly middle-of-the-road private school). The other seven came from a neighboring private school, and these fellas were completely loaded. The coach's son, Josh, was used to getting whatever he wanted.
Video games
fromESPN.com
9 months ago

Why there's a 30-foot, 15K-pound fiberglass tiger circling the Men's College World Series

"We wanted Mardi Gras Mike to channel the spirit of LSU fans and the spirit of Louisiana," said Kern, illustrating the float's intended connection to fan culture.
LA Dodgers
Miami Marlins
fromMiami Herald
9 months ago

What's the Panthers' playoff record based on who bangs the drum? A team-by-team breakdown

The Florida Panthers' pregame drum ceremony features celebrity appearances that energize the crowd ahead of crucial playoff games.
Portland food
fromThe New Yorker
9 months ago

The Portland Bar That Screens Only Women's Sports

Jenny Nguyen created the Sports Bra, a pub dedicated to exclusively showing women's sports, responding to the need for visibility and representation.
fromDefector
9 months ago

Thank God Jalen Brunson And Josh Hart Are Kind Of Boring | Defector

I found out how enjoyable watching sports can be without the additional distraction of my dad and two brothers talking over the game.
Podcast
LA Dodgers
fromESPN.com
9 months ago

The Road to Omaha: How the MCWS became a town's pride and joy

The Men's College World Series is deeply integrated into Omaha's identity, according to local stakeholders.
Boston Bruins
fromBoston.com
9 months ago

Report: Wally is a sexy mascot, but not too sexy

Wally the Green Monster ranks as the 22nd sexiest mascot in MLB, revealing mixed public perception of mascots’ appeal.
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