The College World Series kicked off Friday in Omaha, and the eight teams playing for the title include five with top-eight national seeds.
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USWNT captain Becky Sauerbrunn will miss World Cup with injury
Becky Sauerbrunn won World Cup titles with USWNT in 2015 and 2019, but a foot injury will prevent her from making her fourth World Cup appearance.
Phil Mickelson heckled at US Open on birthday, misses the cut
Phil Mickelson, who has finished runner-up at the US Open six times, turned 53 Friday. He is no longer the fan favorite since joining LIV Golf.
Former NBA forward Tony Snell diagnosed with autism at age 31 following son’s diagnosis
Former NBA forward Tony Snell revealed that his son’s autism spectrum disorder diagnosis led him to get tested and discover he had it, too.
Tiger Woods will miss next month’s British Open, per report
Tiger Woods, who has missed the U.S. Open and PGA Championship after having ankle surgery in April, also won’t play in next month’s British Open.
With another chance, Ja Morant is lucky NBA suspension wasn’t longer
Ja Morant’s suspension could have been much harsher after he brandished a handgun during an Instagram Live video for second time in about two months.
US Soccer brings Gregg Berhalter back as USMNT coach through 2026 World Cup
Almost six months after letting his contract expire, US Soccer brings Gregg Berhalter back as coach of the US men’s team.
Colorado coach Deion Sanders faces foot amputation risk
Colorado football coach Deion Sanders continues to be hobbled by foot discomfort stemming from related problems in 2021.
Michael Jordan to sell majority share of Hornets to Gabe Plotkin, Rick Schnall-led group
NBA Hall of Famer Michael Jordan has reached a deal to sell a majority share of the Charlotte Hornets to a group led by Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall.
Mike Dunleavy Jr. named Golden State Warriors new general manager
Golden State Warriors vice president of basketball operations Mike Dunleavy, Jr. was promoted to be the team’s new GM