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Jan 10 2025SPORTS

New Indoor Golf League Hits Big with Viewers

Last Tuesday saw the launch of an exciting new indoor golf league spearheaded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, and it was a hit on ESPN! The debut on Tuesday night of the league, known as TGL, attracted around 919, 000 viewers, with a peak of 1. 1 million viewers during a particular segment. This is

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Jan 10 2025SPORTS

Olivia Dunne’s NIL Journey: From Peak to Unexpected Turns

Olivia Dunne, the once-shining star of college sports NIL rankings, finds herself in a surprising predicament. As of January 2025, she still holds the title of the highest-paid woman in college sports, but her rank has been slipping. Previously sitting pretty at 2nd place, she's now dropped to 6th.

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Jan 10 2025SPORTS

Ana's Big Move: From Gymnastics Controversy to US Education

Ana-Maria Barbosu, an 18-year-old gymnast from Romania, found herself in the middle of a score dispute at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She had won a bronze medal, but the score was challenged by Jordan Chiles, an American gymnast. The drama blew up in the media, with Romanian press making it seem like a

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Jan 08 2025SPORTS

Cooper Flagg's Late Surge Saves Duke's Day

Imagine this: you're watching a basketball game, and your team is struggling. Then, out of nowhere, one player steps up and turns the tide. That's exactly what happened when Cooper Flagg took over in the second half for Duke. His comeback shows just how much one person can change the outcome of a ga

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Jan 08 2025SPORTS

Lexi Rodriguez: From NCAA Star to Pro Volleyball and Life in Omaha

After four years as a Cornhusker, Lexi Rodriguez is ready to tackle a new chapter in her volleyball career. She's moving to Omaha to play for LOVB Omaha in the inaugural season of League One Volleyball. This isn't just a new team; it’s a new life. She’ll be upgrading her cooking skills, too. Lexi’s

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Jan 07 2025SPORTS

Serena Williams' Husband, Alexis Ohanian, Cheers Women's Sports Success

Meet Alexis Ohanian, the husband of tennis superstar Serena Williams. He's not just a tech guy, but a passionate advocate for women's sports. In 2024, female athletes shone brightly, with Simone Biles and Caitlin Clark leading the way. Alexis couldn't help but be thrilled, posting on social media, "

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Why Do More Male Athletes Face Sudden Cardiac Death?

You might have heard that female athletes are less likely to suddenly die from heart issues than males. But why is that? Researchers have gathered data from various studies to find out. It turns out, there's more to it than just being a guy or a girl. Scientists have been looking into this for a wh

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Jan 03 2025SPORTS

Why Donovan Murph Chose South Carolina Over Other Top Schools

Donovan Murph, a star wide receiver from Irmo, South Carolina, has decided to commit to the University of South Carolina. This decision was announced during the Under Armour All-America game. Murph, a four-star prospect, chose the Gamecocks over other top schools like Clemson, Colorado, Ole Miss, an

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Jan 02 2025SPORTS

Women's Sports: A Year of Triumphs and Challenges

2024 was a big year for women's sports. Female athletes showed they could bring in crowds and make money. Olivia Dunne, a gymnast from Louisiana State University, made millions by selling merchandise thanks to new rules. But this was also the year men started joining women's sports, causing issues.

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Dec 31 2024CRIME

Sports Stars' Homes: FBI Issues Burglary Warning

The FBI has alerted pro sports leagues about a series of break-ins targeting athletes' homes. Between September and November, at least nine professional athletes had their houses broken into. This isn't the first time such crimes have happened. In the past, international criminal groups have used si

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