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NBA Rejects TNT, Moves Forward with Amazon (5-minute read)

The league has inked a massive $77 billion deal over 11 years with ESPN, NBC, and Amazon. Meanwhile, the WNBA is set to receive just over $2 billion in the same timeframe, a figure that league reps believe undervalues their brand. Warner Bros. Discovery, TNT's parent company, plans to sue, but the NBA's new deal appears locked in. Expect NBA games every night of the week during the latter half of the season in the 2025-26 season.

NCAA to Increase Scholarship Number (2-minute read)

In a groundbreaking move, the NCAA has announced an increase in scholarship number across several sports, with more details to come. Full roster scholarships will now be allowed, significantly impacting sports like football and baseball, which will each gain over 20 additional scholarships. Larger schools with ample funding will benefit the most, while mid-major programs may struggle to keep up. This change, alongside the influence of NIL, will likely widen the recruiting gap between power schools and non-power 5 institutions. Non-revenue sports might see cuts as non-power 5 schools grapple with rising costs of remaining competitive. These changes take effect in the 2025-26 school year, and programs are already strategizing to leverage the additional scholarships.

Salt Lake Awarded 2034 Olympics (6-minute read)

The Winter Olympics are set to return to Utah in 2034, but the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has added a crucial clause: the contract can be terminated if the World Anti-Doping Agency's authority is not fully respected. Earlier this summer, Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian in history, testified to Congress about the failures and inconsistencies in current anti-doping enforcement. The amendment underscores the IOC's commitment to clean sport amidst ongoing challenges.

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France Dominant in Win vs. U.S. (2-minute read)

France secured a 3-0 victory over the United States, scoring all their goals in the final 30 minutes. The match, hosted by France and managed by Thierry Henry, saw Michael Olise, contribute a goal and an assist. In men’s Olympic soccer, U23 teams represent the nations with three slots for overage players, the U.S. bolstered their defense with Walker Zimmerman and Miles Robinson. The U.S. men's team faces New Zealand on Sunday.

Mets Sweep Subway Series (4-minute read)

The Mets pulled off a season sweep of the Yankees, dominating the fourth game with a 12-3 victory. Francisco Lindor shined, hitting two home runs and driving in five RBIs. A six-run eighth inning sealed the deal for the Mets, putting the game out of reach for the home team. The Yankees have now dropped four of their last five games, while the Mets have won eleven of their last fifteen.

USA vs. Fiji - Rugby 7s (2-minute read)

Two-time gold medalist Fiji triumphed over the USA 38-12 in Rugby 7s. Since its introduction in the Rio 2016 Olympics, Fiji remains the only nation to have won gold in the sport. The U.S. also tied favorites France 12-12. They face Uruguay today at 9 AM on Peacock.

Scouting Report 📺

United States and Zambia Women’s Soccer (3-minute read)

The four-time Olympic champions, the United States, face Zambia, making their second Olympic appearance. Despite Zambia's impressive qualification, they face a formidable U.S. team eager to redeem themselves after a disappointing round of 16 exit in last summer's World Cup. The USWNT is captained by Lindsey Horan and led by new manager Emma Hayes. Young stars Trinity Rodman, Sophia Smith, and Mallory Swanson are poised to continue the U.S. Women’s legacy in the Olympics.

Red Sox and Rockies Battle  (3-minute read)

The Rockies outslugged the Red Sox in a 20-7 blowout, tying a franchise record for runs scored. Colorado's four homers accounted for nine runs, with scoring in six of their eight innings. With Boston losing five of their last six, tensions flared, and benches cleared in the fourth inning. With the win, Colorado won the series 2-1.

Must See  🎥

Benches clear between the Red Sox and the Rockies

Michael Olise curler against USA

33mph MLB pitch from Nationals

Lindor launches 2nd homer

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Trivia Question 💡

The United States Women's National Soccer Team has won four Olympic gold medals. In what year did they most recently win, and which team did they defeat in the final?

*Answer Below*

Trivia Answer 💡

The most recent Olympic victory occurred in 2012 when the U.S. defeated Japan 2-1.