Olympics schedule and events to watch Tuesday
The 2020 Tokyo Olympics continue Tuesday. Here just some of the events that viewers can enjoy watching. (Don't forget: Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of Eastern Time in the US.)
Anna Kiesenhofer is a math genius who just pulled off one of the biggest shocks in Olympics history
Nobody was speaking about Anna Kiesenhofer ahead of the Tokyo 2020 women's road race, but they certainly are now.
Future College Athletes From The Astros Youth Academy Recognized
On Sunday, the Astros Youth Academy hosted their College Signing Day at Minute Maid Park to recognize players that are signed to play college baseball or softball next season.
Houston Loses No-Hit Bid In The Eighth Inning In The Victory Over Texas
For over seven innings on Saturday night at Minute Maid Park, the crowd of over 37,000 was very loud and quiet at the same time. Yes, they were very excited that the Astros were dominating the game against the Texas …
Astros Are Getting Closer To Adding Superstar Alex Bregman Back To The Lineup
Houston Astros fans got some very exciting news on Saturday as third baseman Alex Bregman announced that he would be headed to start his rehab assignment with the Triple-A minor league Sugar Land Skeeters within the next couple of days.
NFL Set to Unveil More Social Justice Initiatives During 2021 Season
According to Front Office Sports, the league pledged $250 million to combat systemic racism over the next ten years. This includes promoting social justice with on-field signage, decals on player helmets and PSAs that will play in the stadium.
Maria Taylor Leaving ESPN After Rachel Nichols ‘Diversity’ Comments
Maria Taylor is moving on from her time at ESPN, the network announced Wednesday afternoon.
Local Golf Courses You Should Visit in Houston
Houston is known for many things, like space travel, petroleum exploration and even capital punishment. But did you know it’s also an amazing place to play a round of golf? Get your golf apparel on and head out the door. …
US Women's National Team hammered by Sweden in opening Tokyo 2020 match
Sweden laid down an early marker in the women's Olympic football competition, hammering the US Women's National Team 3-0 on Wednesday.
Rockets Name Julian Duncan Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer
The Houston Rockets today announced they have hired Julian Duncan as their Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer. He most recently served as Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President of Social Responsibility for the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Alternate on US women's gymnastics team tests positive for Covid-19 ahead of Tokyo Olympics
An alternate on the US women's gymnastics team has been placed in isolation after testing positive for Covid-19 on Sunday, USA Gymnastics announced in a Monday statement.
McCullers Dominates The White Sox.
As the start of the second half of the season kicked off, the Houston Astros picked up right where they left off. After defeating the New York Yankees in an exhilarating six-run ninth inning comeback going into the All-Star break, …
Chicago Sky's Candace Parker will be the first woman on the cover of 'NBA 2K'
A bestselling basketball video game will, for the first time ever, feature a woman athlete on its cover. Candace Parker, of the WNBA's Chicago Sky, will be on the cover of a special edition of "NBA 2K22." Her appearance marks …
A Swim Cap Made For Black Hair Will Get A Second Look From Swimming's Governing Body
The International Swimming Federation says it will revisit its decision barring a swimming cap designed specifically for natural Black hair from being used in competition.
Four Houston Astros Players Selected For 2021 MLB All-Star Game
Major League Baseball announced the 2021 All-Star Game reserves on Sunday and once again the hometown team will be well represented in Denver on Tuesday July 13, 2021. Carlos Correa (shortstop), Jose Altuve (second base), Ryan Pressly (reliever) and Michael …
