'Bring Brittney Home' Campaign at Capital One Arena
It has been over four months since WNBA star Brittney Griner was detained and her first appearance in a Russian courtroom finally started today. This morning, in collaboration with Change.org and Brittney Griner's teammates, family and legal team, over 6,000 …
Alvarez Named Player of the Month for June
Major League Baseball announced today that Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez has been named the American League Player of the Month for June.
Houston Rockets Select Auburn Forward Jabari Smith Jr. Third Overall In The 2022 NBA Draft
The Houston Rockets were in a win-win situation, waiting to select their pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. After Duke forward Paolo Banchero was chosen with the number one overall pick by the Orlando Magic, the Oklahoma City Thunder took …
Former No. 1 pick Mark Appel makes MLB debut nine years after being drafted
It was nine years in the making, but former No. 1 Mark Appel made his MLB debut on Wednesday following a turbulent start to his career due to injuries and mental health issues.
Kyrie Irving, Jalen Brunson and Deandre Ayton question marks headline free agency as it prepares to begin
At 6 p.m. ET on June 30, there will be fireworks. Because at precisely that time, NBA teams are officially permitted to begin negotiations with free agents.
Harmony restored at Wimbledon after doubles bust-up between Tan and Korpatsch
There has been some high drama at Wimbledon this week -- but some off-court sniping has, thankfully, been resolved.
Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina on a 'mission' to help war-torn country
Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina says she has a "mission" to help her country and wants to use her platform to provide hope to the war-torn nation.
Novak Djokovic gets Wimbledon title defense off the ground with battling win
Novak Djokovic got his Wimbledon title defense off to a winning start on Monday, but he had to work hard for his 6-3 3-6 6-3 6-4 victory against world No. 81 Kwon Soon-hoo.
Jabari Smith Jr. Selected Third Overall In The 2022 NBA Draft By The Houston Rockets
“Definitely added a chip, but God makes no mistakes, so I'm happy to be here,” said Smith “I'm happy to be where I'm wanted. I'm happy to get to Houston and just show them, give them what they picked. Just …
Transgender women banned from playing in women's international rugby league matches
The global governing body for rugby league has banned transgender women from playing in women's international matches until further notice.
Altuve, Alvarez Lead in All-Star Voting
Jose Altuve (second base) and Yordan Alvarez (DH) are the leading vote-getters thus far at their respective positions for the 2022 Major League Baseball All-Star Game. MLB released the first balloting update today.
Astros Erupt In The Sixth Inning En Route To A Blowout Victory Over The White Sox
“Hitting is contagious and no one likes to be left out,” said Astros manager Dusty Baker about the dynamic sixth inning.
Houston Awarded Hosting Rights for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Houston has been selected as one of the 11 U.S. host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, FIFA announced today.
Two Astros Pitchers Make History With Immaculate Innings Against The Rangers
“To be a part of that and know that you made history, that’s something that any player is proud of,” said catcher Martín Maldonado. “I’m glad I was the catcher in that situation.”
Serena Williams handed wild card entry for Wimbledon return
Seven-time Wimbledon champion Serena Williams will make her much-anticipated return to the grass courts of SW19 when the tournament kicks off later this month, after being handed a wild card entry to arguably the most famous tennis tournament in the …
