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Six new players, including WNBA stars Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, made their Team USA debuts in a dominant 110-46 victory over Senegal. The win marks the beginning of a new era for women's basketball as the sport's brightest young stars join the national team.
Duke's Kara Lawson just pulled off what most coaches would consider impossible: winning an ACC Tournament, coaching Team USA to three victories in Puerto Rico, then rushing back for NCAA Tournament Selection Sunday. Her secret? It's all about smart planning and trusting her team.
After eight months of injury setbacks limited her to just 13 WNBA games, basketball star Caitlin Clark is ready to wear a Team USA jersey for the first time. The NCAA's all-time scoring leader will compete in next week's FIBA World Cup qualifier in Puerto Rico.
WNBA stars Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston will represent Team USA at the World Cup Qualifiers in Puerto Rico next month. Five players, including Clark, will make their competitive senior national team debuts.
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.
The U.S. men's hockey team dominated Slovakia 6-2 in their Olympic semifinal, setting up a dream gold medal showdown with Canada on Sunday. Jack Hughes led the charge with two goals in six minutes as Team USA proved they're ready for hockey's biggest stage.
The United States men's hockey team delivered their best performance of the 2026 Olympics, dominating Slovakia 6-2 to advance to Sunday's gold medal showdown against rival Canada. After struggling offensively in their quarterfinal squeaker against Sweden, Team USA found their rhythm at exactly the right moment.
Basketball legend Sue Bird retired from playing but just scored two dream jobs: picking Team USA's 2028 Olympic roster and analyzing WNBA games for NBC. Her secret to thriving in this new chapter? Embracing the same leadership skills she honed as a point guard and letting go of perfection.
Three Las Vegas Aces stars dominated the court in World Cup qualifying games, leading their countries to decisive victories. Team USA crushed Puerto Rico 91-48 while Spain topped Senegal 84-51.
Aaron Judge led Team USA to their first World Baseball Classic victory over Mexico since 2006, thrilling a packed Houston crowd with a two-run homer and a game-saving throw. The win puts Team USA in control of Pool B with pure joy and patriotic pride on display.
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.
Team USA's men's hockey team swept their group stage with a dominant 5-1 victory over Germany, securing an undefeated record and a bye straight into the Olympic quarterfinals. The Stars and Stripes are now just three wins away from Olympic gold in Milan.
Three American athletes just made Olympic history by defending their country's title in freestyle skiing mixed team aerials. The victory marks Team USA's second consecutive gold medal in the event since it debuted at the 2022 Beijing Olympics.
Four young athletes from California's Central Coast just helped Team USA's women's water polo team punch their ticket to the World Cup Final. Their victory in the Netherlands marks a major milestone on the road to the LA Olympics.
The U.S. women's hockey team delivered Canada its first-ever Olympic shutout in a stunning 5-0 victory, setting multiple records at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games. First-time Olympian Hannah Bilka scored twice while Laila Edwards became the first Black woman to score for Team USA at the Games.
When Team USA's women's hockey team clinched Olympic gold against Canada, coach John Wroblewski couldn't hold back tears of joy. For player Taylor Heise, who assisted on the winning goal, it was a full-circle moment after being cut from the last Olympics.
Jim Craig, legendary goalie from the 1980 "Miracle on Ice," shared powerful advice with Team USA's women's hockey team ahead of their gold medal showdown against Canada. His message of trust and heart comes as the dominant American squad seeks revenge for their 2022 loss.
The U.S. women's ice hockey team shut out Finland in a commanding 5-0 victory at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics. Meanwhile, figure skating phenom Ilia Malinin helped keep Team USA in the points lead during his Olympic debut.
The United States baseball team bounced back from a surprising loss to Italy, defeating Canada 5-3 to punch their ticket to the World Baseball Classic semifinals in Miami. It's the third straight semifinal appearance for Team USA, who'll face the Dominican Republic on Sunday.
The U.S. women's hockey team crushed Italy 6-0 and now faces Sweden in the semifinals, bringing the nation one step closer to Olympic gold. With multiple American athletes competing for medals across curling, bobsled, and figure skating, Team USA is having a stellar week in Milan Cortina.
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