LeBron James Opts Out of Wearing Pre-Approved Social Justice Message on Jersey
LeBron James Opts Out of Wearing Pre-Approved Social Justice Message on Jersey
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NBA players petitioned for and won the right to wear social justice messages on their jerseys during the league’s upcoming season restart. And while we figured some players may not take part, we were v. surprised to hear that of all people, superstar LeBron James is one of them.
July 13, 2020
MLS Is Back Tournament faces COVID-19 complications
MLS Is Back Tournament faces COVID-19 complications
The MLS may need to reconsider their super inventive return-to-play tournament name, aptly called the “MLS Is Back Tournament.” Maybe something like “MLS is kind of back, but maybe not for long, and not everyone is here...Tournament”?
July 13, 2020
Ivy League Postpones Fall Collegiate Sports to Spring 2021
Ivy League Postpones Fall Collegiate Sports to Spring 2021
As we anticipate the return of so many pro sports, the college sports world is not looking great: it seems like a few sports won’t be coming back this year...or ever.
July 09, 2020
WNBA Bubble Conditions are Disappointing, Players Want Atlanta Dream Co-Owner Loeffler Out
WNBA Bubble Conditions are Disappointing, Players Want Atlanta Dream Co-Owner Loeffler Out
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The WNBA season is set to tip off on July 24th. And unfortunately, instead of talking about the upcoming season, it’s what’s happening off the court that’s in the spotlight...and not for the best reasons.
July 09, 2020
MLS Is Back Tournament Forced to Rejig Schedule
MLS Is Back Tournament Forced to Rejig Schedule
The MLS Is Back Tournament (the most snoozy and literal name ever, we know) kicked off last night, meaning that, along with the NWSL’s Challenge Cup that’s already underway, it’s soccer’s time to shine. But unfortunately, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows for the world’s most popular game.
July 09, 2020
Podcast Episode 25: Everything you need to know about the return of sports
Podcast Episode 25: Everything you need to know about the return of sports
This week co-hosts Ellen and Steph talk sports returning to play. From leagues that are already underway like the NWSL, to the NBA (that’s still going to Disney World), to the NHL (that finally has a plan), Ellen and Steph cover it all. And bonus: they give you #thegist of what each of the leagues, and players, are doing (or not doing) for the Black Lives Matter movement. Tune in, won’t you?
July 08, 2020
The beautiful game
The beautiful game
The NWSL’s Challenge Cup is well underway, and not to brag or anything, but the North Carolina Courage are kicking ass and taking names, just as we predicted.
July 06, 2020
History has its eyes on you
History has its eyes on you
As the musical version of Alexander Hamilton said (by way of Lin-Manuel Miranda, because yes, we’re obsessed), “This is not a moment; it’s a movement.” And he was totally right. Ongoing protests and calls for equality and diversity are leading to great change in the sports world.
July 06, 2020
Interview with FIFA World Cup winner and NWSL star Mallory Pugh
Interview with FIFA World Cup winner and NWSL star Mallory Pugh
On June 24th, Sky Blue FC's Mallory Pugh broke the news to Emily Mason of Hunterdon Central Regional High School that she is the 2019-20 Gatorade National Girls Soccer Player of the Year. The Gatorade Player of the Year award is the most prestigious award in high school sports because it recognizes the nation's most elite high school athletes for their accomplishments on and off the field.
June 29, 2020
Je ne comprends pas
Je ne comprends pas
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If you were left feeling hella confused after Friday night’s NHL Draft Lottery, don’t worry: you aren’t alone. This is where we come in, to give #thegist of this year’s very unusual lottery.
June 29, 2020