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UEFA pledges $1 billion to grow women's soccer

UEFA aims to invest €1 billion in women's soccer over six years to enhance growth and participation across Europe.

Businesswoman Kang pledges $30m to US women's football

Michele Kang pledged $30 million to transform women's and girls' football in the US, marking a significant commitment to the sport.

The FA to invest 140m in landmark grassroots strategy, with 'ambitious but achievable' targets set out between 2024-2028

The FA's grassroots strategy invests £140 million to boost participation and improve facilities, targeting significant increases in female and disabled players.

UEFA pledges $1 billion to grow women's soccer

UEFA aims to invest €1 billion in women's soccer over six years to enhance growth and participation across Europe.

Businesswoman Kang pledges $30m to US women's football

Michele Kang pledged $30 million to transform women's and girls' football in the US, marking a significant commitment to the sport.

The FA to invest 140m in landmark grassroots strategy, with 'ambitious but achievable' targets set out between 2024-2028

The FA's grassroots strategy invests £140 million to boost participation and improve facilities, targeting significant increases in female and disabled players.
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The NFL Is Looking to Expand Its International Presence

The NFL is planning to host games in Dublin, potentially starting in 2025, expanding its international presence beyond North America.
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The FA aims high with new ambition to give girls equal access to football

FA plans to ensure equal access for girls to football in 90% of schools within four years.

Empower Young Londoners: LYG33 Programme 2024/25

The LYG33 Programme empowers young Londoners to shape the future of sport in their boroughs through inclusive opportunities.

The FA aims high with new ambition to give girls equal access to football

FA plans to ensure equal access for girls to football in 90% of schools within four years.

Empower Young Londoners: LYG33 Programme 2024/25

The LYG33 Programme empowers young Londoners to shape the future of sport in their boroughs through inclusive opportunities.
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New women's one-day race from Tour Down Under in January

The Schwalbe Women's One-Day Classic adds a crucial race for women's UCI points, enhancing opportunities for female cyclists.

NCAA votes to allow Canadian junior players eligibility for Division I college hockey beginning next season

NCAA now allows junior CHL players to maintain college eligibility while playing if not paid beyond necessary expenses.
#womens-football

'Football needs to adapt to help female coaches'

Coaching in women's football demands extensive energy and resources, especially as the game grows and evolves.

Watch Young Lionesses in U17 World Cup semi-final

England's U17 team aims for World Cup final after overcoming challenges and seeking further success against Spain.

How does England find its next Hayes or Wiegman? This is the first step

Only one-third of Women's Super League managers are female, highlighting the need for better support and pathways for women in coaching.

Every confirmed WSL fixture at a major stadium in 2024/25

More women's football games will be held in major stadiums due to its increasing popularity.
Clubs are adapting to fan demand by providing access to larger venues for women's matches.

Women's football: Odisha putting India on the map DW 10/01/2024

Odisha's women's football team made history by being the first Indian team to reach the Asian Champions League group stage.

What is behind North Korea's rise as a women's football power?

North Korea's women's football team is ranked in the top 10 globally, aiming to qualify for the 2024 Olympics.
The DPRK has focused on developing its women's football team with significant resources to become a regional powerhouse.

'Football needs to adapt to help female coaches'

Coaching in women's football demands extensive energy and resources, especially as the game grows and evolves.

Watch Young Lionesses in U17 World Cup semi-final

England's U17 team aims for World Cup final after overcoming challenges and seeking further success against Spain.

How does England find its next Hayes or Wiegman? This is the first step

Only one-third of Women's Super League managers are female, highlighting the need for better support and pathways for women in coaching.

Every confirmed WSL fixture at a major stadium in 2024/25

More women's football games will be held in major stadiums due to its increasing popularity.
Clubs are adapting to fan demand by providing access to larger venues for women's matches.

Women's football: Odisha putting India on the map DW 10/01/2024

Odisha's women's football team made history by being the first Indian team to reach the Asian Champions League group stage.

What is behind North Korea's rise as a women's football power?

North Korea's women's football team is ranked in the top 10 globally, aiming to qualify for the 2024 Olympics.
The DPRK has focused on developing its women's football team with significant resources to become a regional powerhouse.
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Unbound Gravel, SBT GRVL among five events in new Junior Gravel Series in US

USA Cycling will debut a Junior Gravel National Series in 2025, enhancing opportunities for youth riders aged 15-18 across gravel cycling events.

NBA promotes Ralls, Ricks to full-time ref staff

The NBA has promoted referees JD Ralls and Tyler Ricks to full-time status, bringing the total to 75 officials this season.

Class of 2025 Nate Ament on How Family and Competitiveness Shaped His Journey

Nate Ament's competitive spirit and growth in basketball has made him a top prospect in the Class of 2025.
#football

One Tottenham player is putting in extra work behind the scenes

Mikey Moore, a talented 17-year-old, is working hard to secure his place in Tottenham's first team, aiming for a breakthrough season.

How the Nations League overcame doubters to become a valuable international football fixture

The Nations League has integrated smoothly into the football calendar without adding extra matches, providing meaningful competition for national teams.

U16 midfielder Teshaun Murisa making encouraging progress at Arsenal

Teshaun Murisa, at just 15 years old, is rapidly advancing in football, already training with first-team players and making his U18 debut.

One Tottenham player is putting in extra work behind the scenes

Mikey Moore, a talented 17-year-old, is working hard to secure his place in Tottenham's first team, aiming for a breakthrough season.

How the Nations League overcame doubters to become a valuable international football fixture

The Nations League has integrated smoothly into the football calendar without adding extra matches, providing meaningful competition for national teams.

U16 midfielder Teshaun Murisa making encouraging progress at Arsenal

Teshaun Murisa, at just 15 years old, is rapidly advancing in football, already training with first-team players and making his U18 debut.
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#las-vegas

Las Vegas demolishes Tropicana in a flashy casino implosion

The Tropicana's implosion marks a significant chapter in Las Vegas's evolving identity, symbolizing progress and the city's love for spectacle.

Watch: Las Vegas says goodbye to the Tropicana with a flashy casino implosion

Las Vegas continues its tradition of casino implosions, transforming the Tropicana's demolition into a spectacle and clearing the way for a new baseball stadium.

Las Vegas official says city 'rounding third' in getting A's stadium construction approved

Optimism surrounds the final approvals needed for constructing a new stadium for the Athletics on the Las Vegas Strip.

Las Vegas demolishes Tropicana in a flashy casino implosion

The Tropicana's implosion marks a significant chapter in Las Vegas's evolving identity, symbolizing progress and the city's love for spectacle.

Watch: Las Vegas says goodbye to the Tropicana with a flashy casino implosion

Las Vegas continues its tradition of casino implosions, transforming the Tropicana's demolition into a spectacle and clearing the way for a new baseball stadium.

Las Vegas official says city 'rounding third' in getting A's stadium construction approved

Optimism surrounds the final approvals needed for constructing a new stadium for the Athletics on the Las Vegas Strip.
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Here's what's next for Oakland Coliseum site now that the A's are gone

Oakland's sport market remains viable with potential for major league teams despite the A's relocation.
#cycling

Joe Blackmore - the name to watch in the Under 23 men's World Championship road race

Joe Blackmore, a mountain biker turned road racer, aims to showcase his skills in the U23 world title race amid strong competition.

Ineos Grenadiers sign under-23 world champion Axel Laurance for 2025

Ineos Grenadiers aims to rejuvenate their roster by signing under-23 world champion Axel Laurance for 2025 and 2026.

Joe Blackmore - the name to watch in the Under 23 men's World Championship road race

Joe Blackmore, a mountain biker turned road racer, aims to showcase his skills in the U23 world title race amid strong competition.

Ineos Grenadiers sign under-23 world champion Axel Laurance for 2025

Ineos Grenadiers aims to rejuvenate their roster by signing under-23 world champion Axel Laurance for 2025 and 2026.
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Boost for Bohs, Dundalk and other LOI clubs as over 2.7million awarded in grants by government

Significant grant allocations are supporting major facility improvements for football clubs in Ireland, underscoring a substantial investment in community sports.
#soccer

Professional Soccer Kicks Off in Coney Island in August

Professional soccer coming to Coney Island this summer with Brooklyn FC.
Brooklyn FC to have women's team starting in 2024 and men's team in 2025.

Mauricio Pochettino aims to bolster belief as USMNT role takes him outside his comfort zone

Pochettino views the U.S. men's national team coaching role as a personal and professional growth challenge, emphasizing the importance of stepping out of comfort zones.

How American players are helping fuel a renaissance in Italy's top soccer league

The presence of American players in Serie A is benefiting both Italian clubs and the US national team.
American ownership and influence in Italian soccer is significant for the growth of both countries' soccer landscapes.

Professional Soccer Kicks Off in Coney Island in August

Professional soccer coming to Coney Island this summer with Brooklyn FC.
Brooklyn FC to have women's team starting in 2024 and men's team in 2025.

Mauricio Pochettino aims to bolster belief as USMNT role takes him outside his comfort zone

Pochettino views the U.S. men's national team coaching role as a personal and professional growth challenge, emphasizing the importance of stepping out of comfort zones.

How American players are helping fuel a renaissance in Italy's top soccer league

The presence of American players in Serie A is benefiting both Italian clubs and the US national team.
American ownership and influence in Italian soccer is significant for the growth of both countries' soccer landscapes.
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Taoiseach Simon Harris says he stands by 50m pledge for Casement Park after UK government pulls out

Casement Park's readiness for Euro 2028 is in doubt, leading to Belfast not hosting matches despite government investment pledges.

Queens at the heart of NYC tennis boom, as permit sales soar and US Open breaks attendance records - QNS

Sales of NYC Parks tennis permits are on track to exceed 20,000 in 2024, indicating rapid growth in the sport's popularity post-pandemic.

Bricks and mortar - the high price of the GAA's big integration challenge

Counties are planning €500 million in sports infrastructure investments over the next few years.
GAA emphasizes maximizing revenue to support these ambitious infrastructure projects.

PFL's Donn Davis Sees MMA Becoming "Second Favorite Sport" in Africa

PFL aims to establish mixed martial arts as a second major sport in Africa, following successful developments in the Middle East.

FRONTIER LEAGUE: New 'Cats' outfielder shifts from College World Series chase in Omaha, to postseason push in Tri-City

Noah Soles chose to attend NC State for personal development over joining the MLB, leading to significant growth and memorable college experiences.

Ten things we need to do now to get Ireland ready for its Olympics bid - in 2072

Ireland could host the Summer Olympics in 2072, requiring commitment to long-term planning and overcoming skepticism.

Brampton, Canada's 'cricket capital,' hosts popular international tournament | CBC News

GT20 cricket tournament in Brampton showcases world-class players and boosts the city's profile as a cricket training ground.
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