Category Archives: Soccer

Women’s Soccer News

There is some bad news on the field for Women’s Professional Soccer (WPS).  Because one out of the six teams got dismantled from the league, the WPS may lose its professional status as America’s sport’s governing body – US Soccer – requires at least eight teams to comprise a professional league.  Apparently though, the women’s…

Continue Reading »

Best of Beckham: On and Off Field

Beckham Joins LA Galaxy Next month the Philippine Azkals will be playing against LA Galaxy.  The Galaxy is one of America’s Major League Soccer (MLS) teams.  The game will take place at the Rizal Memorial Stadium and will have celebrity David Beckham battling for The Galaxy to win.  As well as Beckham, Landon Donovan and…

Continue Reading »

Huge Growth in US Soccer Popularity

Female Soccer Players in College Soccer has become increasingly popular – for women – in America over the last 10 years in a trend that doesn’t seem to be abating. When it comes to women’s soccer in college, according to Andy Richards, head soccer coach for Bowling Green State University women’s team, the figure has…

Continue Reading »

Lyons: Player of the Week

Shane Lyons, junior striker of Western Michigan University (WMU), just earned himself the title ‘Mid-American Conference Player of the Week.’  This was given to him, following the pair of goals he scored that won the game for his team last weekend. Lyons Brings WMU Back It cannot be denied, the WMU was doing terribly until…

Continue Reading »

Will Beckham Bid Farewell?

Despite being 36 years old, David Beckham feels that he still has at least a couple of good years in him before he takes retirement. According to a recent article, Beckham says that he feels very strong and healthy and even likes getting up early in the morning to train. Although his contract with the…

Continue Reading »

Rory Mcllroy Wins Championship; US Beat Jamaica to the Semi-Finals

At Sunday’s US Open, 22-year-old Rory Mcllroy carded a two-under-par 69, revealing his undeniable promise and becoming the youngest champion since 1923. “I couldn’t ask for much more and I’m so happy to be holding this trophy,” he said when he was presented with the trophy. “I couldn’t be happier.” Last year’s Graeme McDowell said…

Continue Reading »

Kobe Bryant Wins Oscar for Best Animated Short Film

18-time All Star Kobe Bryant has just added another award to his record by winning an Oscar for Best Animated Short Film on Sunday. The film, entitled “Dear Basketball,” is based on Bryant’s retirement letter which was published in the Players Tribune in 2015. The film was directed with Glen Keane, an animator who worked…

Continue Reading »

Super Bowl LII Commercial Leaks

Super Bowl Sunday is here and while most viewers will be watching for the football, some (if not the majority) will also be watching for the commercials. A few of this year’s ads have been leaked and are already being shared across the internet. What do you think?  

Continue Reading »

Sports Stars Bringing Joy to Children’s Hospitals

There’s very little worse than a kid being sick.  As such, people from all walks of life are often found trying to bring cheer to these individuals in whatever way they can.  Especially around the festive Christmas period – when those who are sick tend to feel even more isolated – stars try to bring…

Continue Reading »

NFL Week 13 Recap

The NFL is well underway, with teams vying for playoff spots. If you’re not up to speed, catch Week 13’s highlights here:  

Continue Reading »

16 Year Old Wins Gymnastics World Title With Her Glasses On

16-year-old Morgan Hurd has just shattered a glass ceiling by winning the gymnastics world championship title– with her glasses on. The Harry Potter-loving teen has been watching the competition on TV since she was a child, and didn’t think twice when she decided to wear her glasses while working to become a gymnast. “I tried…

Continue Reading »

Lebron James and Politics in Sports

The NFL season has kicked off and with it the political climate both on and off the field has begun to heat up. Similar tensions can be seen across a wide range of sports, including basketball. Lebron James recently spoke out about the situation, calling for unity across the country.

Continue Reading »

Justin Thomas Wins 2017 PGA Championship

The 2017 PGA Championship yielded exciting results, with Justin Thomas completing the tournament at -8, just two shots ahead of his competitors. His first major win, this competition awarded Thomas with $1.89 million. In the past, Thomas was only ranked among the top 10 of major tournaments once: he tied for 9th place at the…

Continue Reading »

Kevin Durant Takes $10 Million Pay Cut to Boost Warriors Roster

Talk about a team player. After an incredible season, 2017 NBA Finals MVP Kevin Durant opted out of his contract prior to the opening of the NBA free agency period, but not for the reason you may have expected. In a surprising move, Durant renegotiated a 2-year contract at a much lower rate in order…

Continue Reading »

And the Stanley Cup Goes To…

The Pittsburgh Penguins! In a great game held two days ago, the Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Nashville Predators 2-0, winning the series in six games.  This is the fifth time the team has won the Cup and the second consecutive time (something that has not happened in 19 years).  Thusly,  there are quite the celebrations…

Continue Reading »

Petrosie to Join the Academy of Art University

In exciting news for the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, former Dixie High School pitcher, Chris Petrosie, has committed to join the Academy of Art University in the fall. Petrosie has shown his skills at the Yakima Valley Community College in Washington for the last two years. He posted a 15-6 overall record…

Continue Reading »