New women’s soccer leagues usher in more career opportunities

The National Women’s Soccer League was once the lone professional women’s league in North America. But others have more recently joined. SEATTLE — As the popularity of women’s soccer grows, so have the opportunities for players looking to make the sport a career. The National Women’s Soccer League was once the lone professional women’s league in … Read more

May brings changes as Rangers slip further following series loss to Seattle

Enough was finally enough for the Texas Rangers as they dismissed their hitting instructor and de-rostered their center fielder following a series loss to Seattle. ARLINGTON, Texas — The weekend set to end the current homestand for the Texas Rangers made it strikingly obvious that the Seattle Mariners are one of the hottest teams in … Read more

Gregg Popovich passes the Spurs coaching baton to Mitch Johnson

Gregg Popovich officially passed the Spurs’ coaching torch to Mitch Johnson, praising his capabilities. SAN ANTONIO — In his first public appearance after suffering a mild stroke, former San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich officially passed the coaching torch to his successor, Mitch Johnson, the team’s new head coach. “We have to have someone … Read more

Part 1: Was promoting Mitch Johnson to the Spurs head coaching spot a bad move? | Locked On Spurs

SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs have boldly promoted Mitch Johnson to new head coach, sparking debate about his readiness and the team’s future in the NBA.  With the Spurs’ rebuild in focus, questions arise about Johnson’s inexperience and the availability of seasoned coaches like Mike Malone and Taylor Jenkins.  Host Jeff Garcia and … Read more

TCU clinches historic NCAA beach volleyball championship victory

TCU won the NCAA beach volleyball championship Sunday, marking the first time in tournament history a California school did not win. GULF SHORES, Ala. — Texas Christian University won its first-ever beach volleyball championship Sunday, marking the first time in tournament history that the University of California, Los Angeles or the University of Southern California … Read more