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The world's oldest professional sports league still in existence was born 150 years ago today. The National League started with eight teams and survived decades of chaos to become half of what we know as Major League Baseball.
From Armenia to Ethiopia, volleyball teams across four continents celebrated national championship victories in thrilling final matches. Young talent and defending champions alike claimed glory in weekend tournaments that showcased the sport's growing global reach.
UCLA beach volleyball is headed to the NCAA championship match after a thrilling comeback against Texas. The Bruins won two nail-biting matches in one day to earn their shot at a third national title.
Brown University's men's club volleyball team made history by winning their first-ever national championship with a perfect 10-0 record across three days. The victory came just months after team member Spencer Yang returned from injury sustained in a campus shooting.
The Wilson Bruins beach volleyball team secured their fourth consecutive Moore League championship with a decisive 4-1 victory over Long Beach Poly. The win showcases a young program that's built a winning culture while staying humble about their success.
UCLA's beach volleyball team defeated top-seeded Stanford 3-0 to capture their third NCAA championship and first since 2019. The victory marked the Bruins' 127th overall championship as an athletics department.
Little League is rolling out comprehensive safety initiatives protecting millions of young athletes worldwide. The new SAFE program gives volunteers and parents practical tools to keep kids protected both physically and emotionally.
A PE teacher and his semi-pro teammates took a Premier League club to the wire in England's FA Cup, losing only to a heartbreaking own goal after 70 minutes of defiant play. The National League North side proved their earlier giant-killing wasn't a fluke.
Austin's professional volleyball team punched their ticket to the championship finals with a dramatic 15-8 victory in a winner-take-all "Golden Set" against Atlanta. The defending champions will face either Houston or Salt Lake City in Long Beach for the LOVB title.
After narrowly missing the World Cup, Nigeria is creating a new international rugby competition to give emerging nations a chance to shine. The Emerging Nations Challenge will bring together countries often left behind by traditional tournaments.
The Australian government just committed $12.4 million to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, with a strong focus on elevating women's competition. Three tournaments will run simultaneously across Australia, Papua New Guinea, and New Zealand, bringing 16 nations together for rugby league's biggest celebration.
Australia's National Rugby League just became the country's first major sports league to limit how much physical contact players endure during practice. The groundbreaking safety rules aim to reduce concussions and brain injuries across both men's and women's teams.
Cricket's Big Bash League will play its first-ever match outside Australia this December in Chennai, marking the first time India has hosted a foreign cricket league game. The historic match strengthens ties between two cricket-loving nations.
After a 22-year drought, East Bengal FC claimed the Indian Super League championship in a nail-biting final day that saw the title race shift between three cities. The Kolkata club's 2-1 victory secured their first national league title since 2004.
Nigeria's MakTown Flyers are heading to Morocco for the Basketball Africa League Championship with a powerful message of support from basketball promoter Igoche Mark. The league champions are ready to represent their nation on the continental stage.
A Spanish goalkeeper who played in front of 1,500 fans in England's fifth tier is now starting in the Champions League final for Arsenal. David Raya's decade-long journey shows how taking the harder path can lead to extraordinary places.
A Kentucky college cheer team just made school history by claiming their first-ever national championship after staging an impressive comeback in the finals. Six graduating seniors led Georgetown College to victory at the UCA College Nationals in Orlando, proving years of dedication can pay off in spectacular fashion.
Senegal's president gave the entire country a paid day off to celebrate their national soccer team winning the Africa Cup of Nations. The dramatic 1-0 victory over Morocco in extra time brought home their second continental championship in four years.
Aston Villa secured their place in next season's Champions League with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Liverpool, capping off a remarkable season. The win sets up Villa perfectly for their Europa League final against Freiburg next week.
Senegal defeated Morocco 1-0 to claim the Africa Cup of Nations title, sending millions into the streets in spontaneous celebration. From Dakar to villages across the nation, fireworks lit the sky as people of all ages danced together draped in their country's colors.
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