WASHINGTON, D.C. The Mariners 10-2 romp of the Washington Nationals was as complete of a game as theyve played all season, and it was as complete of a performance as Bryce Miller has had at any stage… [+4096 chars]

Bryce Miller continued his masterful start to the season, Dominic Canzone continued to mash baseballs, and the Mariners routed the Nationals on Friday night.

The Seattle Times

Mariners rout Nationals behind Bryce Miller, Dominic Canzone - The Seattle Times

INGLEWOOD, Calif. U.S. soccer had waited 32 years for this moment, a men's World Cup back on home soil with a delicious opportunity to not only show progress on the field but to continue growing a sp… [+5921 chars]

The U.S. men's national team kicked off its World Cup campaign with a thrilling win over Paraguay on Friday night in Los Angeles.

Yahoo Entertainment

Folarin Balogun scores twice as USMNT beats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener - Yahoo Sports

The four fighters walking away with bonuses from the UFC White House card are going to see a huge increase from the regular amounts handed out by the promotion.
UFC CEO Dana White announced at the s… [+1258 chars]

Dana White announced increased bonuses special for the UFC White House card on Sunday.

MMA Fighting

Dana White reveals massive increase for post-fight bonuses at UFC White House - MMA Fighting

The legal troubles of former Ohio State standout and current Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper have taken a turn for the worse.
Cooper was arrested and jailed again Thursday night after bein… [+3559 chars]

Its not been a good week for the Broncos linebacker

247Sports

Former Ohio State DE Jonathon Cooper arrested for second time in eight days - 247Sports

NCAA president Charlie Baker has admitted that the reaction to the Brendan Sorsby case could provide a thunderbolt moment that triggers Congressional action aimed at getting college sports the antitr… [+1387 chars]

The NCAA hopes to convert one specific problem into a far broader solution.

NBCSports.com

NCAA believes the “Protect College Sports Act” would trump Brendan Sorsby’s case - NBC Sports

Partey faces rape charges in the U.K. but has not yet stood trial.

Politico

Canada defends blocking Ghana’s Thomas Partey from entry - Politico

Clint Dempsey did not like Jesse Marsch questioning the pride of U.S. soccer players.
The former USMNT star fired back at Marsch, now leading Canada into the World Cup, who claimed Thursday that sta… [+2146 chars]

Clint Dempsey did not like Jesse Marsch questioning the pride of U.S. soccer players.

New York Post

Clint Dempsey rips Jesse Marsch following USMNT national anthem ‘beg’ comments: ‘Stay in your own lane’ - New York Post

WASHINGTON (AP) A federal judge ruled on Friday that the White House is allowed to stage a UFC show this weekend in an elaborate ring already built on the South Lawn to celebrate the nation's 250th a… [+3570 chars]

A federal judge ruled on Friday that the White House is allowed to stage a UFC show this weekend in an elaborate ring already built on the South Lawn to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary — on President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.

Judge rules Trump can stage UFC fights on the White House's South Lawn this weekend - PBS

OMAHA, NE — Jason DeCaro will be North Carolina's starting pitcher for the Tar Heels in Game 1 of the College World Series on Friday against Ole Miss.
DeCaro, who carries an 11-2 record and 2.28 ERA… [+1419 chars]

North Carolina star pitcher Jason DeCaro will start for the Tar Heels on Friday in Omaha for Game 1 of the College World Series

Jason DeCaro Named UNC's Friday's Starting Pitcher - 247Sports

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama spoke with reporters on Friday, one day before his team hosts Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks.
The Spurs are coming off a crushing 107… [+1827 chars]

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama spoke with reporters on Friday, one day before his team hosts Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks.

Bleacher Report

Everything Wemby Said About Spurs' Belief In NBA Finals Comeback vs. Knicks, Being Targeted by Fans - Bleacher Report

Pipe down out there!
Noisy Scottish soccer fans blasted bagpipes in a Boston neighborhood at the crack of dawn after arriving in the city for the countrys much-anticipated World Cup match, according… [+2130 chars]

Pipe down out there! Noisy Scottish soccer fans blasted bagpipes in a Boston neighborhood at the crack of dawn after arriving in the city for the country’s much-anticipated World Cup match, ac…

Noisy Scottish soccer fans blast bagpipes in Boston at 6 a.m. ahead of team’s World Cup match - New York Post

Hot off the heels of a Monaco Formula 1 weekend where it was distinctly fourth-best, McLaren has showed up again at the Barcelona Grand Prix - leading the way in FP2 through Lando Norris.
But is it … [+4645 chars]

McLaren topped FP2, but long-run analysis suggests it needs to step up its game, as Mercedes' advantage might not be as big as expected either...

The-race.com

What's confusing long-run order at F1's Barcelona GP - The Race

Josh Hokit is here to stay, whether Alex Pereira likes it or not.
At Wednesdays media day for UFC White House, Pereira was asked to comment on his ongoing feud with Hokit, which has mostly been one-… [+2093 chars]

Josh Hokit and Alex Pereira continue to feud ahead of this Sunday’s UFC White House card.

Josh Hokit responds to Alex Pereira implying UFC could release him - MMA Fighting

A decade of diplomatic maneuvering, global intrigue and trilateral deal-making — and how it all ended up in one president’s hands.

The Epic Story of How Trump Seized the World Cup - Politico

On Thursday night, all players who were a part of the Seahawks Super Bowl-winning team were invited to a private ceremony to receive their Super Bowl ring.
The ring, designed by Jason of Beverly Hil… [+2922 chars]

The Seahawks received the "largest and most technologically advanced" Super Bowl rings ever Thursday. Here's what the rings — and party — looked like.

Seahawks players react to receiving Super Bowl LX rings - The Seattle Times

MIAMI While silence continues to define the waiting game with Giannis Antetokounmpo and a decision by the Milwaukee Bucks on whether to trade the All-Star forward, indications continue to increase th… [+3610 chars]

Indications continue to surface that the Miami Heat do not stand alone, or perhaps even favored, in their pursuit of Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Sun Sentinel

Not so fast? Celtics, Jaylen Brown add twist to Heat’s Giannis pursuit - Sun Sentinel

A Seattle-area soccer group aimed at supporting African youths is returning 20 free tickets to a FIFA Mens World Cup match, a move made in solidarity with the Somali referee who was denied entry to t… [+3510 chars]

A Seattle-area youth soccer group is returning 20 free tickets to a FIFA Men’s World Cup match, in solidarity with a Somali referee denied entry to the U.S.

Seattle group returns free World Cup tickets after Somali referee denied U.S. entry - The Seattle Times

Sports bars in Arlington and Falls Church crowded with soccer fans yesterday (Thursday) as the 2026 FIFA World Cup began with victories for Mexico and South Korea. From watch parties and drink specials, local businesses across the region have launched into we…

ARLnow

FIFA World Cup: Where to watch games in Arlington and Falls Church - ARLnow

During one of David Beckham’s first trips to America in the 1990s, he took a stroll down Hollywood Boulevard and marveled at all the stars lining the sidewalks. For a working-class bloke from the Eas… [+9133 chars]

Soccer legend, pop culture icon and owner of Miami FC David Beckham talks his relentless drive and receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.