North Texas native, USMNT star Weston McKennie among 13 players named in illegal gambling probe, reports say

The players are being investigated for using illegal platforms for online poker and betting on other sports. MILAN, Italy — United States midfielder Weston McKennie – who is from Little Elm, Texas – is among 13 soccer players being investigated for illegal online betting in Italy, according to widespread media reports. A new investigation by … Read more

Rory McIlroy has masterful start at Augusta and closes in on career Grand Slam

Rory McIlroy leads the Masters with a 54-hole score of 12-under, seeking his first green jacket. AUGUSTA, Ga. — The greatest start in the 91-year history of the Masters wasn’t enough for Rory McIlroy. He delivered what looked to be a haymaker late Saturday afternoon, a 6-iron so majestic and pure that he walked 10 yards … Read more

Highland Park boys soccer forfeits UIL soccer state championship hours after winning it

Highland Park beat Liberty Hill 2-0 on Friday to claim its first state championship in program history. Then, hours later, the school forfeited the title. GEORGETOWN, Texas — Highland Park boys soccer won a state championship Friday night and then had to forfeit the title hours later. Highland Park self-reported to the UIL that they … Read more

Paige Bueckers is projected to go No. 1 in WNBA draft to Dallas Wings

The UConn star, who is fresh off leading the Huskies to their 12th national championship, is projected to go No. 1 to the Dallas Wings. ARLINGTON, Texas — Editor’s note: WFAA’s Dia Wall, Mike Leslie and Jonah Javad will be live Monday afternoon covering fan reaction and providing analysis of the Wings’ Draft selections. WFAA, … Read more

Scottie Scheffler gets a break from an azalea, escapes a magnolia and trails by 3 at the Masters

Scottie Scheffler aims for a third green jacket, despite trailing by three shots after a challenging second round at the Masters. AUGUSTA, Ga. — Even the azaleas at Augusta National seem to love Scottie Scheffler. The magnolia trees weren’t so friendly, though. The two-time Masters champion’s title defense took some unusual detours into the flora … Read more