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fromBustle
1 week ago

The Golden State Valkyries Are Just Getting Started. You Can Thank Jess Smith.

Jess Smith is the president of the Golden State Valkyries, the WNBA's newest expansion team, applying her extensive sports career experience to leadership.
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Former SF Giants owner Bill Neukom dies at 83

Bill Neukom, former managing general partner of the San Francisco Giants, has died at age 83.
Django
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Philly McMahon: New Dublin boss must wipe the slate as another quarter-final exit shows golden era has ended

Dessie Farrell's departure marks the end of an era for Dublin football. Success in sports is difficult yet can create a cycle of further achievement.
fromRaptors HQ
1 month ago

Why Masai Ujiri's departure feels like a gut punch for Raptors fans

Raptors fans are grappling with the departure of Masai Ujiri from his role as President of the Toronto Raptors. What is especially unsettling about his exit is the cold, corporate feel behind it, seemingly driven by cost savings and politics.
Toronto Raptors
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Bradley mulls being playing captain for Ryder Cup

This changes the story a little bit," Bradley said Sunday about his Ryder Cup role. "I never would have thought about playing if I hadn't won."
Atlanta Braves
#new-york-knicks
New York Knicks
fromNew York Knicks On SI
1 month ago

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Bids Knicks Coach Farewell

New York City Mayor Eric Adams praised Tom Thibodeau's leadership after his departure from the Knicks, noting his significant contributions to the team's success.
New York Knicks
fromNew York Knicks On SI
1 month ago

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Bids Knicks Coach Farewell

New York City Mayor Eric Adams praised Tom Thibodeau's leadership after his departure from the Knicks, noting his significant contributions to the team's success.
more#new-york-knicks
fromBoston Herald
1 month ago

Bruins name Marco Sturm coach

Marco Sturm named head coach of the Boston Bruins, marking a new era for the team with its first European-born coach.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Pochettino: Pulisic should be the Messi of the U.S.

Pochettino sees Christian Pulisic as the U.S.'s equivalent of Lionel Messi due to his talent and impact on soccer.
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Shanahan out as Leafs president after 11 seasons

Brendan Shanahan will not have his contract renewed as president of the Toronto Maple Leafs after 11 seasons.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Commissioner attends Bay FC's win over Angel City, addresses decision to keep playing last week after Savy King collapsed

As we regrouped internally we of course came to the conclusion that the game should not have continued... That's what we're committed to do going forward.
San Francisco Giants
Soccer (FIFA)
fromThe Daily Beast
2 months ago

Trump Gives Rudy's Golf-Mad Nepobaby a Big Job... in Soccer

Andrew Giuliani has been appointed to lead a task force for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, praised for his golf skills and family ties.
fromwww.nhl.com
3 months ago

Campbell discusses role of trailblazer at espnW Summit NYC | NHL.com

Campbell sees her role as a coach as a responsibility to inspire future generations in the sport.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
3 months ago

Yankees' Aaron Judge Named Team USA Captain For 2026 World Baseball Classic

Aaron Judge named captain of Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, succeeding Mike Trout.
Miami Heat
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Heat owner Micky Arison, Miami native Sylvia Fowles elected to Basketball Hall of Fame

Micky Arison is inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in his first year as finalist, recognizing his influential leadership of the Miami Heat.
Bayern Munich
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Twenty years of Borussia Dortmund: Watzke on near-bankruptcy, selling players and Klopp

Borussia Dortmund's survival from financial distress 20 years ago is attributed to strategic decisions and leadership by Hans-Joachim Watzke.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Heather Knight follows Jon Lewis out of England door in wake of Ashes rout

Captaining my country for the last nine years has been the biggest honour of my life and I will look back on my tenure with an enormous sense of pride.
UK news
#kirsty-coventry
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
UK politics

Kirsty Coventry elected first female president of IOC as Coe denied in vote

Kirsty Coventry became the first woman and first African IOC president in history, inspiring many and breaking gender barriers in sports leadership.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

Coventry the first woman elected as IOC pres.

Kirsty Coventry has made history as the first woman and first African president of the International Olympic Committee.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

What challenges lie ahead for the new IOC president?

Kirsty Coventry is the first woman and African leader of the International Olympic Committee, facing challenges like geopolitical issues and financial pressures.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

Coventry the first woman elected as IOC pres.

Kirsty Coventry has made history as the first woman and first African president of the International Olympic Committee.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Second star on the jersey': Dan Burn tunes in to Tuchel's England vision

Tuchel emphasized the focus on winning the 2026 World Cup, urging players to create a strong team spirit and brotherhood in just 24 training days.
English Premier League
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Virgil van Dijk tells Liverpool job is not done' in Premier League

We all have to realise the job is not done for what we have coming up. We have to work our ass [off] for it.
Liverpool FC
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Baroness Sue Campbell on changing the game Women's Football Weekly podcast

Baroness Sue Campbell discusses her career and visions for the future of women's football, emphasizing grassroots development and the impact of recent victories.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Honestly, Ruben, maybe you should try not saying what's on your mind for a change

Honesty can be refreshing but also inappropriate in certain contexts, as demonstrated by personal anecdotes and sports leadership.
LA Lakers
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago

Letters to Sports: Mick Cronin isn't John Wooden but he's still a great coach

Mick Cronin is the youngest active coach to reach 500 victories, proving effective coaching leads to both athletic success and character building.
Major League Baseball
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Terry Francona says his mind went right back to baseball after a needed year off

Terry Francona feels rejuvenated and comfortable returning to baseball management after a necessary break for health reasons.
Boston Bruins
fromMiami Herald
5 months ago

What Florida Panthers can learn about their roster while Matthew Tkachuk is sidelined

Matthew Tkachuk's absence will challenge the Florida Panthers' roster depth and adaptability.
The Panthers' coach emphasizes learning opportunities arising from player injuries.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
5 months ago

Miguel Rojas: Clayton Kershaw Is 'More Than Just A Player' For Dodgers

Clayton Kershaw's one-year contract with the Dodgers highlights his significant impact and commitment to the team.
fromESPN.com
5 months ago

Clark gives ringing endorsement of Fever offseason

Caitlin Clark endorses the Indiana Fever's offseason moves, highlighting the importance of experience and leadership from new players.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Warren Gatland willing to step down after Australia mauling if best for Wales'

Gatland is willing to step down but remains committed to leading Wales despite the team's struggles.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
8 months ago

Sean Boyd reveals Jose Mourinho's glowing praise for Damien Duff in message to Shelbourne squad

Mourinho praised Damien Duff's commitment, encouraging Shelbourne players to emulate his work ethic in pursuit of championship success.
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