Spanish soccer federation fires women's coach amid kissing controversyJorge Vilda was among those who applauded federation president Luis Rubiales when he refused to resign despite criticism for kissing a player.
Could Americans break 20-year drought at US Open?It has been 20 years since Andy Roddick won the men's singles title at the U.S. Open. Could one of three American men bring home this year's title?
Are billions of dollars in revenue helping or hurting college sports?As college football season starts, Scripps News takes a look at how college sports have commercialized.
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Coach fired for praying on the field wins Supreme Court caseThe prayers drew big crowds and protests, and the Bremerton, Washington, school district placed him on leave and then refused to renew his contract.
Atlantic Coast Conference grabs teams from California, TexasThe ACC added two schools from California and one from Texas as conference realignment continues to shuffle the college athletics scene.
Millions of customers lose ESPN as football season startsThinking about watching college football on ESPN this weekend? Not so fast, my friend. Millions of Spectrum customers might be unable to watch.
What are the new rules intended to shorten college football games?NCAA officials believe games will have fewer plays in 2023 as compared to prior years.
Nebraska volleyball sets women's sports attendance world recordMore than 92,000 fans filled the Cornhuskers' Memorial Stadium for what was dubbed "Volleyball Day in Nebraska."
Why will a giant 180-foot sandwich fly over Chiefs' NFL opener?Kansas City Chiefs fans are about to see what will appear to be a gigantic sandwich flying in the sky, with people on board. Here's why.
Damar Hamlin makes Buffalo Bills' initial 53-man rosterIt's being called Hamlin's comeback story. And the NFL said it's no surprise he made the cut.
High school football coach arrested mid-game for punching playerThe player was seen curling over in pain after being punched in the stomach.
Fans rush Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. during gameAcuña said the incident left him scared at first, but he was not injured.
Spanish prosecutors launch probe into soccer chief over unwanted kissThe probe could end in sexual aggression charges for Luis Rubiales.
Simone Biles wins record 8th US Gymnastics title a decade after 1stMost elite gymnasts at 26 — at least the ones who haven't retired — are simply hoping to hold on to what they have. Not Biles.
Arizona State imposes 1-year bowl ban on football programThis comes as the NCAA investigates the Sun Devils for alleged recruiting violations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
NASCAR's Ryan Preece in hospital after car flips wildly during raceHis No. 41 Ford Mustang flipped nearly a dozen times and caught fire.
FIFA suspends Spain's soccer chief for kissing World Cup playerLuis Rubiales is also prohibited from contacting player Jenni Hermoso.
Bronny James' cardiac arrest was due to a congenital conditionA statement released Friday said Bronny James would receive treatment for the condition that led to his cardiac arrest in July.
Spanish footballer: Kiss on lips with federation head not consensualLuis Rubiales told a general assembly of the federation on Friday that his kiss of player Jenni Hermoso on Sunday in Australia was consensual.
Spain's soccer chief won't quit after kissing Women's World Cup playerLuis Rubiales kissed Jenni Hermoso on the lips during the awards ceremony after Spain beat England in Australia.
World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg to retireStrasburg last pitched in June 2022 and has thrown only 528 pitches since signing a $245 million, seven-year contract in December 2019.
Messi continues magical run, will play for another titleLionel Messi's Inter Miami squad defeated FC Cincinnati 4-3 following a penalty kick shootout, advancing his club to the U.S. Open Cup final.
Serena Williams gives birth to baby girlWilliams' husband, Alexis Ohanian, announced on Instagram that the tennis superstar gave birth to a "happy & healthy newborn girl."
Knicks sue Raptors, accuse NBA rival of stealing team secretsThe Knicks accuse a former employee and the Raptors of stealing things like scouting reports, opponent research and other confidential information.
Spanish soccer leader gets angry reaction for kissing player on mouthThe kiss was shocking given the sport's long-standing allegations of sexual misconduct by male soccer presidents and coaches.
2 competitors die in Ironman competitionThe grueling event combines swimming, running and biking over 70.3 miles.
From Super Bowl to acai bowls: Giants' David Tyree opens restaurantKnown for the "helmet catch" in Super Bowl XLII, the former pro player is now focused on family and entrepreneurship.
Player whose goal won World Cup for Spain learned dad died after gameOlga Carmona was named MVP in the World Cup final on Sunday.
Spain wins its first Women's World Cup title with 1-0 win over EnglandThe triumph for Spain avenged a quarterfinal loss to eventual champion England in the European championship last year.
WNBA star says her shoes were stolen in opposing team's arenaNew York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu still managed to make history in the game against the Las Vegas Aces.
