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A new generation of women's basketball players is poised to become household names during the NCAA Tournament. From walk-ons to scoring sensations, these young athletes are ready to capture America's heart this March.
The American women's basketball team swept through qualifying undefeated, leading the charge as 16 nations locked in their spots for September's World Cup in Germany. From rising stars to veteran champions, the tournament showcased the best of women's basketball around the globe.
Four American athletes brought home medals in banked slalom at the 2026 Paralympics, with two golds and two bronzes capping an emotional final day of competition. The podium finishes showcased both rising stars and retiring legends in Para snowboarding.
Nearly 400 elite Paralympic athletes are competing in Italy's Lignano Sabbiadoro through March 15, including four-time Paralympic champion Carlotta Gilli racing on home soil. The World Series event showcases rising stars and established champions as they prepare for the year's major competitions.
Australian cricket legend Alyssa Healy ended her international career with a commanding 10-wicket victory over India in Perth. The win sealed a stunning comeback in the multi-format series, with Australia's rising stars showing the future is bright.
Speed skating's world championships brought thrilling competition and touching farewells as 21-year-old Jordan Stolz defended his title while beloved champion Martina Sablikova skated her final race. The weekend in the Netherlands celebrated both rising stars and the sport's greatest heroes.
Nigeria's women's 4x400m relay team just punched their ticket to the World Relays Championship, and it's happening in Africa for the first time ever. The historic qualification came at the MTN CHAMPS Athletics Classics in Calabar, where veteran runners and rising stars proved they belong on the world stage.
Team USA's women's hockey team just won Olympic gold with a perfect 7-0 record, outscoring opponents 33-2 in the most dominant performance the sport has ever seen. Veterans and rising stars combined to create what Hockey Hall of Famer Meghan Duggan calls "the most dominant team I've ever seen."
India A Women's cricket team bounced back from their opening loss with a commanding eight-wicket victory over Pakistan A in Bangkok, powered by brilliant spin bowling and a blazing half-century. The young players showed exactly why they're called rising stars.
The NBA's next generation of stars lit up All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, with Team Vince taking home the Rising Stars Championship. Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe led his squad to victory in a thrilling showcase of young talent.
Indian boxers are bringing home a medal haul from Spain, with 19 athletes guaranteed podium finishes at the Boxam Elite International tournament. Former world champions and rising stars alike dominated their matches, showcasing the country's growing boxing prowess.
India's boxing team is on fire at the BOXAM Elite International tournament, with Olympic medalist Lovlina Borgohain leading a perfect 11-win sweep on opening day. From veterans to rising stars, every Indian boxer advanced to the next round in a stunning display of dominance.
New Zealand is sending its largest ever Winter Olympic team to Milan-Cortina this week, building on breakthrough gold medals from the last games. Rising stars are ready to prove Kiwi winter sports dominance isn't a fluke.
Britain is sending its largest ever Winter Olympics team to Milan-Cortina 2026 with world champions and rising stars poised to make history. The squad could shatter the country's five-medal record across multiple sports.
Saracens winger Noah Caluori, just 19, scored five tries in his first professional start and now aims to become England's greatest-ever player in his position. His confidence isn't just talkāhe's already training alongside England's elite.