Mia Hamm is a name that echoes through the halls of women's sports history. She's a two-time Olympic gold medalist, a two-time FIFA Women's World Cup champion, and a trailblazer for women's soccer in the United States. Her records speak volumes: 276 international caps, 144 career assists, and a goal
Tom Aspinall, the UFC heavyweight champion, has been through a tough time recently. His title defense against Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 didn't go as planned. In the first round, Gane accidentally poked Aspinall in the eye, leaving him unable to see clearly. Aspinall chose not to continue the fight, whic
After a brief Thanksgiving break, high school athletics kicked back into gear with basketball and wrestling taking center stage. The Phenom Hoops' 8th annual Hoops & Dreams Showcase, sponsored by Lucas-Moore Realty, brought together 14 teams from the Fayetteville area for a two-day event packed with
Arkansas is set to celebrate some of its top athletes and coaches in 2026. The Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame will welcome 11 new members. These inductees come from different sports like baseball, basketball, football, and volleyball. There are also two big names from horse racing joining the list. T
Female athletes often face unique challenges. A recent study looked at how a special training program could help them perform better. The program mixed yoga and psychology. It was tested on 56 young women, all athletes. They were split into two groups. One group did the special training. The other d
CrossFit is known for building strong, powerful bodies, but it's not all about muscles and strength. Some female athletes in this sport, along with those who also do endurance training, might be dealing with more than just physical challenges. They could be facing issues like eating problems, body i
Basketball fans know the thrill of a powerful dunk. It's a moment that can electrify a crowd and leave everyone talking. At a recent sports media event, high school basketball players from Section III were asked who on their teams might be the next to make a spectacular dunk. Jacob McDonald from Al
Bijan Robinson, a star running back for the Atlanta Falcons, has a special way of getting ready for games. He starts the night before, making sure he sleeps well. The next morning, he wakes up early to pray and find his calm. After that, he enjoys a hearty breakfast with his teammates. Robinson's c
In Maine, about 50, 000 high school students are part of sports teams, which is a fraction of the total 172, 000 students. Lately, there's been a lot of debate about transgender students playing in girls' sports. This issue has caught the eye of national figures and state lawmakers. Some people arg
People often move differently when they are in a hurry. A new study looked at how rushing affects the way someone jumps on one leg. The researchers compared jumps done at a relaxed pace with jumps done quickly, under a time limit. When people had to jump fast, they did not bend their hips or knees
