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Cricket thrives in Rwanda as women’s team targets World Cup qualification

Cricket is booming in Rwanda, with 50,000 players and a women’s team pushing for World Cup qualification.

Al Jazeera

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Tensions with WNBA leadership flare amidst final match-up

WNBA players are speaking out across the league in support of Napheesa Collier's statements criticising commissioner Cathy Engelbert.

Scripps Local

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WNBA's Napheesa Collier: "We have the worst leadership"

Napheesa Collier, one of the WNBA's top players and vice president of the players' union, spoke out against the league's officials and the WNBA commissioner. Her comments come after she was injured in a playoff game on a controversial pl...

CBS America

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Lebanese footballer defies odds in comeback from Israeli attack

Last November, Lebanese national women’s team footballer Celine Haidar was struck by shrapnel from an Israeli air strike in Beirut. In January, she defied the odds when she woke up from a coma. Now, she’s determined to get back on the pi...

TRT World

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Canada’s first pro women’s soccer league faces test beyond season

The Northern Super League’s first season is wrapping up. There was a lot of excitement surrounding it, but attracting players hasn’t been simple when competing with well-established leagues in Europe and the U.S.

CBC News

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Kenya's Faith Cherotich claims gold in the women's 3,000m steeplechase

Kenya's Faith Cherotich claimed the gold in the women's 3,000m steeplechase, stunning defending champion Winfred Yavi, who represents Bahrain, with an impressive performance on the final lap.

Africanews

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Kenya's Peres Jepchirchir wins gold in WCA Women's marathon in Tokyo

Kenya's Peres Jepchirchir pips Ethiopia's Tigst Asset to gold in WCA Women's marathon in Tokyo.

Africanews

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Springbok women gear up for World Cup showdown against New Zealand

Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin has unveiled his squad for Saturday's crucial Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand in Exeter.

Africanews

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Canadian soccer phenom makes a splash with Arsenal debut

At 21, Canadian soccer phenom Olivia Smith has represented her country, launched her professional career and set a world record with a nearly $2-million Cdn transfer fee. Smith spoke to CBC’s Briar Stewart about her journey from Whitby, ...

CBC News

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Aces win against Chicago Sky in historic winning streak

The Las Vegas Aces continue their historic win streak tonight, clinching their 14th straight victory over the Chicago Sky 80-66 at T-Mobile Arena.

Scripps Local

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No. 13 hangs in history as San Diego Wave retires Alex Morgan’s number

The San Diego Wave officially retired the No. 13 jersey of soccer legend Alex Morgan, cementing her legacy both on and off the pitch.

Scripps Local

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Jen Pawol makes history as MLB’s first female regular season umpire

Jen Pawol made history as the first female umpire in a regular season Major League Baseball game, calling plays at first base. Experts say this moment will inspire more women to pursue umpiring at all levels of the sport.

CBC News

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Victoria Mboko’s big win will open doors — and new challenges

Victoria Mboko’s professional tennis career just shifted into warp speed with a title win at the National Bank Open in Montreal. With the spotlight now on, and just weeks to go until the U.S. Open, the 18-year-old will need to build her ...

CBC News

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Canada’s Victoria Mboko wins National Bank Open

Breakout Canadian tennis star Victoria Mboko claimed victory over Japan’s Naomi Osaka in the National Bank Open final in Montreal. A sold-out crowd, including many new Canadian fans, cheered on the 18-year-old.

CBC News

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Summer McIntosh earns 4 golds, 1 bronze at world championships

Canadian swimming sensation Summer McIntosh wrapped up the world championships in Singapore with four golds and one bronze medal. McIntosh is now the third swimmer to win five individual medals at a world championships.

CBC News

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Lionesses celebrate at Downing Street

England head coach Sarina Wiegman has called for greater investment in women’s soccer as her side celebrated Euro 2025 success at a “very, very special” reception at 10 Downing Street.

Africanews

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Nigeria’s women’s football team receives hero’s welcome after win

The Super Falcons' comeback 3-2 victory over host Morocco in Saturday’s thrilling final was applauded by Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu and many in Nigeria, a soccer-loving nation where passion and hard work often triumph over instituti...

Africanews

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Summer McIntosh wins second gold at swimming world championships

Canadian swimming sensation Summer McIntosh won the 200-metre individual medley for her second gold medal at the swimming world championships. McIntosh is looking to match Michael Phelps’ record of five individual golds at a single world...

CBC News

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Summer McIntosh wins world title in 400m freestyle

Canadian Olympic medallist Summer McIntosh has added another world championship medal to her list of accomplishments, handily winning the 400-metre freestyle. McIntosh is aiming for five gold medals in individual events at the worlds in ...

CBC News

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Caitlin Clark’s WNBA rookie card sells for $660K, sets auction record

Caitlin Clark's 2024 WNBA rookie card sold for $660,000, setting a new record for female athletes at auction, surpassing her previous record of $366,000.

Scripps News

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New book shines spotlight on Caitlin Clark's impact on the WNBA

In her new book, Christine Brennan delves into Caitlin Clark's journey from college standout to WNBA icon, exploring her transformative impact on women's sports.

Scripps News

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Katie Ledecky seeking more titles at World Aquatics Championships

The American superstar swimmer Katie Ledecky is the most decorated female swimmer ever with a total of 14 Olympic medals, including 9 golds. But with greatness comes the expectation of even more success and that will be Katie’s focus at ...

CNN

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Venus Williams returns to tennis after 16 months and gets engaged

Venus Williams made a triumphant return to the professional tennis circuit, and along with it came an unexpected announcement: She is now engaged.

Africanews

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Katie Taylor reflects on her iconic fights against Amanda Serrano

The highly anticipated trilogy fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano was not only a win for the sport but could ultimately prove to be a game-changing moment for women’s boxing.

CNN

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WAFCON: Morocco moves on to final, set to face off against Nigeria

Goalkeeper Khadija Er-Rmichi blocked Comfort Yeboah's attempt and host Morocco advanced to the championship of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations on a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw with Ghana.

Africanews

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Why cardiac arrest is more deadly for female athletes

Female athletes are less likely to survive a sudden cardiac arrest compared to male athletes, several studies suggest, in part because bystanders tend to hesitate to resuscitate a woman.

CBC News

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USOPC effectively bars transgender women from women’s sports

The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee changed its eligibility rules on Monday, effectively barring transgender women from competing in Olympic women's sports. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more.

CBS News

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Looking ahead to the second half of the WNBA season

The 2nd half of the WNBA season tips off on Tuesday. So many interesting storylines swirling around the league right now as they continue to see a boom in popularity.The Athletic’s Ben Pickman discusses it all with World Sport’s Andy Sch...

CNN

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Penny Oleksiak accused of anti-doping rules violation

Swimmer Penny Oleksiak, Canada’s most-decorated Olympian, has been accused of an apparent anti-doping rule violation for failing to report her whereabouts for drug testing three times in a year. If proven, the violation comes with a mult...

CBC News

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WNBA stars demand better pay during All-Star Weekend

With chants of "Pay us what you owe us" echoing through the arena, players used the league's biggest weekend to push for a new contract.

CBS News