The GIST

Two Americans clinch US Open semis spots

Blink and you’ll miss it — the US Open quarter-finals (QFs) are already halfway done. Here are a few of the major moments since our last newsletter and what to look forward to on the blue hard courts today.

September 04, 2024

NBC sees record Paralympic viewership numbers after increased investment

The numbers are finally in for NBCUniversal’s coverage of the 2024 Paralympics, and the athletes weren’t the only ones shattering records. After offering 1.5K hours of coverage this year, the network reached a record 15.4M total viewers, proving there’s an immense audience opportunity for the Games.

September 18, 2024

For Soccer’s annual survey proves U.S. soccer fandom is becoming more diverse

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For Soccer, a North American leader in soccer marketing, media, and experiences, released its annual fan insights report on U.S. soccer fans yesterday. Its numbers illustrate that the beautiful game’s American fanbase is becoming more diverse, especially when it comes to women and people of color.

September 18, 2024

Man arrested for stalking and harassing UConn basketball star Paige Bueckers

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A 40-year-old Oregon man was charged with stalking UConn women’s basketball superstar Paige Bueckers on Monday.

September 18, 2024

Tonight’s docket features an all-time great slate of NCAA women’s volleyball games

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With three regional rivalry matchups between Top-25 teams plus a showdown between two of the sport’s most prestigious programs, NCAA women’s volleyball is officially in its “must-see TV” era

September 18, 2024

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WNBA playoff picture will come down to the final day of the regular season

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Merry WNBA regular-season finale eve! With eight of the league’s 12 teams moving on to the upcoming postseason (and the top four earning home-court advantage), yesterday’s results helped clear up the playoff picture, but there’s still plenty riding on tomorrow’s six-game slate. Hoop yeah.

September 18, 2024

NFL Week 2 features shocking upsets and standout catches

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From stunning catches to shocking upsets, they’re having the time of their lives on the NFL Week 2 gridiron.

September 16, 2024

Sports News

A beginner’s guide to playing fantasy football

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August 30, 2024

We’re less than one week out from the NFL season kicking off (six days, but who’s counting?), meaning fantasy football drafts are in full swing as folks select and manage imaginary rosters for the season ahead. Whether you’re new to fantasy football or a seasoned vet, our deep dive and today’s section are here to help you choose your squad. The only hard part will be coming up with a creative name.

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The GIST of It Podcast

Ep #398

Record-breaking WNBA updates & the latest on Tua Tagovailoa

September 17, 2024

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Record-breaking WNBA updates & the latest on Tua Tagovailoa

Hello hello!

We have one up and one down on today’s episode of The GIST of It as co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz discuss a record-setting stretch in the WNBA before pivoting to the latest regarding Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who suffered his third diagnosed concussion in two years during last week’s Thursday Night Football game.

El and Steph start off on the court, chatting about the records set by Las Vegas Aces superstar and MVP frontrunner A’ja Wilson and Rookie of the Year favorite, the Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark. The gals also lay out the massive playoff implications heading into the final week of the regular season.

Then in part two, El and Steph head over to the gridiron to dig into the latest surrounding Dolphins signal caller Tua Tagovailoa amid calls for him to retire following yet another scary hit.

A big thank you to our friends at Aflac for powering today’s episode! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com/thegist.