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techcrunch.com - Connie Loizos - VC Kara Nortman bet early on women's sports, and now she's creating the market
VC Kara Nortman bet early on women's sports, and now she's creating the market
TechCrunch

When its season ended early this month, Angel City FC finished 11th out of 13 teams, a disappointing result for the Los Angeles soccer franchise that venture capitalist Kara Nortman co-founded in 2020. But the season's struggles tell only part of a…

dailymail.co.uk - Francine Wolfisz - BBC sports presenter candidly reveals he has prostate cancer on-air
BBC sports presenter candidly reveals he has prostate cancer on-air
Mail Online

BBC Radio Scotland presenter Kenny Macintyre candidly revealed he has prostate cancer while live on air. The 57-year-old broadcaster announced the news while appearing on Saturday afternoon show, Off The Ball, alongside Tam Cowan and Stuart…

newsweek.com - Lydia Patrick - Gen Z women have a new favorite hobby-and it's not a sport you'd expect
Gen Z women have a new favorite hobby-and it's not a sport you'd expect
Newsweek

Golf is no longer your grandfather's pastime. According to Yelp's 2026 Trend Forecast, the sport is on the brink of a cultural takeover—driven not by seasoned country-club members, but by beginners, women, and Gen Z players looking for…

bloomberg.com - Bloomberg Business of Sports: Klutch's Rich Paul
Bloomberg Business of Sports: Klutch's Rich Paul
Bloomberg

Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry. Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of…

bbc.co.uk - Catherine Lyst - BBC Sport presenter Kenny Macintyre reveals prostate cancer diagnosis - BBC News
BBC Sport presenter Kenny Macintyre reveals prostate cancer diagnosis - BBC News
BBC

BBC Radio Scotland sports broadcaster Kenny Macintyre has revealed that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. The 57-year-old announced the news on air during Off the Ball while talking to presenters Tam Cowan and Stuart Cosgrove. Kenny, from…

fastcompany.com - Paul Mueller - How SailGP turned the niche sport into a $200 million celebrity investment magnet
How SailGP turned the niche sport into a $200 million celebrity investment magnet
Fast Company

This summer, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman became co-owners of Australia's three-time champion SailGP team. Days earlier, Anne Hathaway joined a female-led consortium purchasing Italy's team for around $45 million. Kylian Mbappé has bought…

thesun.co.uk - Tom Coley - BBC sports presenter reveals prostate cancer diagnosis live on air
BBC sports presenter reveals prostate cancer diagnosis live on air
The Sun

BBC Radio Scotland presenter Kenny Macintyre has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. The 57-year-old made the news public live on air during Saturday afternoon show Off the Ball. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy You'll…

seekingalpha.com - Redfox Capital Ideas - Amer Sports: Solid Performance That Dismissed My Bearish Concerns (Rating Upgrade)
Amer Sports: Solid Performance That Dismissed My Bearish Concerns (Rating Upgrade)
Seeking Alpha

Amer Sports is upgraded to a buy as Q3 results dispel prior concerns and show strong, broad-based growth. AS posted 30% y/y revenue growth, margin expansion, and raised guidance, with Greater China accelerating to 47% y/y growth. Arc'teryx brand…

sportingnews.com - Billy Heyen - Royals send 2.55 ERA pitcher out in predicted trade for hitter | Sporting News
Royals send 2.55 ERA pitcher out in predicted trade for hitter | Sporting News
The Sporting News

The Kansas City Royals have a strong core. But to return to contention in a solid AL Central, they'll need to continue to find ways to improve this offseason. If anything, they might want to add to their batting lineup. To do that, a pitcher trade…

sportingnews.com - Matt Sullivan - Bears DB Chauncey Gardner-Johnson trolls Eagles over predictable offense | Sporting News
Bears DB Chauncey Gardner-Johnson trolls Eagles over predictable offense | Sporting News
The Sporting News

The Chicago Bears won in Week 13 against the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia on Black Friday, securing a 9-3 record and remaining atop the NFC North. This was a huge game for the Bears, and their offense ran the ball all over the Eagles'…

sportingnews.com - Jeff Hauser - Lane Kiffin pays homage to his father amid uncertain coaching future | Sporting News
Lane Kiffin pays homage to his father amid uncertain coaching future | Sporting News
The Sporting News

Lane Kiffin sat alone in his Oxford, Mississippi office long after another rivalry win had settled with the Egg Bowl trophy resting on a side table like a monument to both accomplishment and crossroads. The victory punched a historic benchmark with…

skysports.com - Today on Sky Sports Racing: Constitution Hill and The New Lion lock horns at Newcastle
Today on Sky Sports Racing: Constitution Hill and The New Lion lock horns at Newcastle
Sky Sports

Sky Sports Racing has a feast of Saturday action on the menu, headlined by a stellar Fighting Fifth Hurdle from Newcastle at 2pm. A fascinating contest awaits in this year's renewal of the Grade 1 BetMGM Fighting Fifth Hurdle where a stellar field…

wfaa.com - Chris Lawrence - University of Texas' athletic director talks Longhorns' season, college sports
University of Texas' athletic director talks Longhorns' season, college sports
wfaa.com

AUSTIN, Texas — University of Texas Athletic Director Chris Del Conte spoke about the Longhorns' season and the state of college sports in a one-on-one interview with WFAA. Del Conte didn't blink when asked what his biggest challenge is…

sportingnews.com - Travis Wakeman - Detroit Lions' latest setback may officially close championship window, at least for now | Sporting News
Detroit Lions' latest setback may officially close championship window, at least for now | Sporting News
The Sporting News

The Detroit Lions have been a legitimate Super Bowl contender for the last couple of seasons and for much of this season, it looked like that would continue. But a tough Thanksgiving Day loss to the Green Bay Packers damaged those chances. That…

sportingnews.com - Jeff Hauser - Lane Kiffin reportedly lining up LSU staff | Sporting News
Lane Kiffin reportedly lining up LSU staff | Sporting News
The Sporting News

Ole coach Lane Kiffin is on the verge of making one of the biggest decisions of his life. But there was a little bit of insight into which way he's leaning. He'll make his decision on whether to stay put on Saturday. There's a chance the decision…

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