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Tech softball's rise: How a team turned Lubbock into a hotspot for the sport

June 6, 2026

Back in the late 1990s, softball in Lubbock barely got a second glance. Few games aired on the radio, and the sport struggled to compete with baseball for attention. Fast forward to today, and the Texas Tech softball team has flipped the script. Fans now plan their schedules around games, with stand

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Prime Video’s Big Play for Ads and Sports

May 9, 2026

Streaming services usually fight over shows and movies, but Amazon’s Prime Video is playing a different game—one where live sports and ads score big points. The platform recently revealed it made over $17 billion from ads in just three months, beating traditional media giants like Warner Bros. and P

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How women's sports leagues are learning from the WNBA's big wins

May 8, 2026

The WNBA just signed a game-changing contract deal that’s making other women’s sports leagues take notes. This seven-year agreement boosts player pay dramatically, gives better travel perks, and adds mental health support—all firsts for the league. For decades, WNBA stars had to fight for fair treat

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Pickleball Fever Hits Mississippi with New Top-Tier Courts

November 1, 2025

Mississippi is buzzing with excitement over a new pickleball hotspot. Magnolia Pickleball, a state-of-the-art facility, has just opened its doors, offering both indoor and outdoor courts designed for serious players. This isn't just any pickleball court; these are professional-grade surfaces, not ju

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Golf's New Show: Fast, Fun, and Far From Boring

September 5, 2025

Golf is changing, and it's not just about hitting a ball into a hole anymore. The sport is getting a makeover, thanks to a big push for fun and fast-paced entertainment. This shift started when COVID-19 hit, and people turned to golf as a safe outdoor activity. But the real surprise? The love for go

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Caitlin Clark: The WNBA Star Stepping into the NFL Spotlight

March 27, 2025

Caitlin Clark, the WNBA's rising star, is making waves beyond the basketball court. She's not just playing golf now; she's stepping into the NFL's big stage. But don't expect her to be throwing touchdowns. Instead, she's joining a star-studded panel at the NFL's annual league meetings. The topic? Th

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Huskers Star Power Shines in Omaha for Women's Volleyball Night

February 2, 2025

There was immense excitement in Omaha. The Nebraska Huskers' Heinrich Haarberg and Dylan Raiola made their way to the CHI Health Center arena. The two football stars were not just there. It was January 31, 2024. That was the night the Omaha Supernovas took on the Columbus Fury. It was also

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Seattle's Hockey Buzz: Hilary Knight and the PWHL’s Big Leap

December 20, 2024

Hilary Knight, a hockey star with a long history in Boston, has seen her fair share of dedicated fans. But nothing compares to the crowd she witnessed in Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena in 2022. With over 14, 000 fans cheering, it was a record-breaking night for women’s professional hockey. Knight, w

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Why Magic Johnson's Investment in the Washington Spirit is a Game Changer

October 16, 2024

Soccer star Croix Bethune is thrilled about the new investor joining the Washington Spirit – none other than basketball legend Magic Johnson. Johnson, known for his smart investments, is making waves in women's soccer, just like he did in other sports. His involvement brings major attention to the N