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Both men's and women's March Madness tournaments are growing by eight teams next season, giving more college athletes a shot at championship glory. It's the biggest tournament expansion in over 30 years, creating new opportunities for schools across the country.
Five members of the U.S. women's hockey Olympic gold medal team are headlining the largest PWHL draft class since the league's launch. The impressive talent pool of 235 players is so deep that the league is adding up to four new expansion teams next season.
Three American speedskaters claimed silver at the 2026 Milan Olympics, earning their second Olympic medal together as a team. The trio set a world record just months ago and showed the power of teamwork over individual strength.
College basketball's most exciting tournament is growing, giving 16 more teams a shot at March Madness glory. The expansion brings more chances for players to shine on the biggest stage in college hoops.
March Madness is getting bigger, bringing more schools into college basketball's biggest showcase and generating over $131 million in new revenue for member institutions. The expansion creates opportunities for 12 additional teams while strengthening financial support across college athletics.
Portland's new WNBA team selected 11 players in their first-ever expansion draft, officially launching their journey toward the 2026 season. General Manager Vanja Černivec says the day "went better than anyone expected."
Rising basketball star Nyadiew Puoch is heading to the WNBA after nailing a half-court buzzer beater made her impossible to ignore. She'll join fellow Australians Chloe Bibby and Kristy Wallace as two new expansion teams bring fresh energy to women's basketball.
Basketball fans across Europe are about to get their own NBA league, with teams tipping off in October 2027. The historic expansion marks the biggest international move in NBA history.
Gold medalist Jack Hughes opened up about his team's genuine support for the U.S. women's hockey team after backlash over a presidential joke. His heartfelt response reveals a powerful story of unity between the teams that went unnoticed.
When Team USA won its first men's hockey gold medal in 46 years, the players made sure Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau were part of the celebration. The team carried Johnny's jersey on the ice and invited his young children to join the team photo in Milan.
England's rugby players have flipped the script on national team pressure, now thriving where they once struggled. Their confident 48-7 victory over Wales shows a team that's rediscovered joy in the game.
Scotland's debut curling team is charging toward the World Championship playoffs with six consecutive wins in Utah. Team Whyte's hot streak has them tied for third place and within reach of a semifinal spot.
An expansion football team that started 0-3 is now one win from a championship after their coach trusted his gut and changed everything. The Louisville Kings are rewriting the rules on what a first-year team can accomplish.
India's badminton teams are celebrating early victories at the Badminton Asia Team Championships, with both squads securing their places in the quarterfinals. The men fought through a nail-biting match while the women dominated their opponents.
Rivers United's entire soccer team escaped serious injury when their team bus crashed on the way to a major tournament game. Everyone is receiving care and expected to be okay.
The Miami Heat showed what true team chemistry looks like when they mobbed star center Bam Adebayo during his postgame interview. The heartwarming moment captured the family-like bond that makes this team special.
High school dance teams from across Minnesota brought their A-game to the state championships, with fans and coaches creating an electric atmosphere of support. West central Minnesota teams competed in both jazz and high kick divisions, proving small towns have big spirit.
Three newcomers, including two teenagers, join Canada's women's goalball team as they head to the world championship with Paralympic dreams on the line. The top two teams in China will punch their tickets to the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
Canada's women's rugby sevens team is one win away from the finals in Spain after dominating Japan 40-5. The team went undefeated in pool play and now faces the U.S. for a chance at the championship.
Players on China's under-23 football team accurately predicted two of their three goal scorers before defeating Vietnam 3-0 in the Asian Cup semifinals. A new documentary reveals the team's unique preparation and confidence heading into their historic victory.
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