The No. 1 Houston Cougars are taking on the No. 4 Purdue Boilermakers in Indianapolis on Friday night. INDIANAPOLIS — All four No. 1 seeds have advanced to the Sweet 16 of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. That includes the Houston Cougars. After knocking out Gonzaga on Sunday, Houston’s tournament run continues later this week when … Read more
The government agency in charge of rebuilding the century-old sliding center in Cortina d’Ampezzo reports positive results for the test runs. ROME, Italy — When Italian skeleton competitor Mattia Gaspari became the first athlete to test the controversial sliding track for next year’s Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, he did so in a sort of tunnel under … Read more
SAN ANTONIO — Blake Wesley is making waves with the San Antonio Spurs, showcasing his defensive prowess and offensive potential. As the team gears up for a showdown against the Detroit Pistons, fans are eager to see how Wesley’s skills will impact the game. Join host Jeff Garcia and guest Spurs On Sports Illustrated’s Matt … Read more
The accomplished coaching veteran is taking over the Longhorns’ basketball team ahead of the 2025-26 season, succeeding Rodney Terry. AUSTIN, Texas — After first being reported on Sunday, it was made official on Monday: the Texas Longhorns have hired a new basketball coach. Sean Miller took the reins of the Texas Longhorns’ basketball program at … Read more
There’s been no construction yet on new Olympic venues for the 2032 Brisbane Games. Queensland leaders say it’s time to start building. BRISBANE, QLD — Sailing the Whitsunday islands. Surfing an iconic Gold Coast break. Rowing in a crocodile-inhabited river in Rockhampton. Extra tourism-focused venues and a new 60,000-seat Olympic stadium to be built in … Read more
Brett and Jessica Gardner said their 14-year-old son died in his sleep on Friday while on vacation, after ‘falling ill’ along with several other family members. WASHINGTON — The 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner died of possible “food intoxication” while his family was vacationing in Costa Rica, according to reports … Read more
No Texas squad has made the Final Four when San Antonio is the host city. Will that change in 2025? SAN ANTONIO — Spring has sprung, which means Fiesta isn’t too far away for San Antonio. But the city is getting an early taste of the party atmosphere with the return of the Final Four, … Read more