Club World Cup crowds have wildly fluctuated, from swathes of empty seats to ‘hostile’ atmospheres

The opening week for the monthlong tournament across the U.S. has seen some wildly fluctuating attendances. MIAMI — As kickoff approached it was clear — the fans weren’t coming. The Club World Cup, soccer’s shiny, new competition, has been billed as the event to breathe new life into the world’s most popular sport. It began a … Read more

Women’s tackle football gives female athletes opportunities in a game dominated by men

The Women’s National Football Conference will have its title game on the network for the first time. The game will be broadcast live on Saturday from Frisco. FRISCO, Texas —  Football players were running, throwing, catching, blocking and tackling — with a steady stream of trash talk between whistles — as the sun set on … Read more

Angels manager Ron Washington, former Texas Rangers manager, out indefinitely due to health concerns

LA Angels manager Ron Washington will miss games due to health; Ray Montgomery to manage against Astros. LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington will be out indefinitely because of health issues, and bench coach Ray Montgomery will manage Friday night’s series opener against the Houston Astros. Washington, 73, experienced shortness of breath … Read more

Former Dallas Trinity FC player just got called up to the United States women’s national team

Sam Meza, who came to Dallas Trinity FC on loan from the Seattle Reign, was called up to the U.S. women’s national team for June and July friendly matches. DALLAS — Former Dallas Trinity FC midfielder Samantha Meza has been called up to the United States women’s national team (USWNT) for June and July friendly … Read more