Sophia Smith will make her World Cup debut and show international audiences what a growing US fan base has known for awhile: She’s about to take over.
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Jets lose veteran safety acquisition Chuck Clark to torn ACL, per reports
The Jets acquired veteran safety Chuck Clark, 28, in a trade with the Ravens in March. He suffered a torn ACL in practice, per reports.
Ex-NFL player Bill Romanowski, wife owe $15.3 million in back taxes, DOJ lawsuit alleges
The U.S. government is suing former NFL linebacker Bill Romanowski and his wife, alleging they owe more than $15.3 million in back taxes.
Report: Keyshawn Johnson, ESPN Radio morning show part of network’s budget cuts
EPSN’s ongoing cost-cutting measures will hit the “Keyshawn, JWill and Max” program after less than two years on the air, the New York Post reports.
Some college football coaches are barely older than players. Can this work?
A small group of 20-something coaches has cut to the front of the line to become full-time college football assistants.
Ron DeSantis pushes racist tropes in latest comments about basketball and baseball players
Ron DeSantis said in an interview that basketball players are “freaks of nature” and baseball players are hard workers. This wording is an old trope.
On the clock: Six NBA teams with plenty at stake in 2023 draft
All 30 NBA teams have some decisions to make. USA TODAY Sports explores six clubs with much at stake ahead of the 2023 NBA draft.
Why expected No. 1 NBA draft pick Victor Wembanyama is marketing dream for league, Spurs
Victor Wembanyama comes to the NBA as well-known as any prospect since LeBron James was drafted No. 1 in 2003. The hype and fascination are similar.
Khris Middleton declines $40.4 million player option with Bucks, becomes free agent
Khris Middleton informed Bucks he was declining his $40.4 million player option to become a free agent. He can still return to the team on a new deal.
Celtics trading Marcus Smart to Grizzlies, receiving Kristaps Porzingis in 3-team deal, per report
The Celtics are sending guard Marcus Smart to the Grizzlies as part of a three-way deal that will see the Wizards send Kristaps Porzingis to Boston.