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Good morning! It was an incredible night, once again, for Kiah Stokes. Live from Ballhalla, our @mingemi.bsky.social explains how she came to dominate these #WNBAFinals www.theixsports.com/features/kia...

Tennis Insider Joey Dillon discusses the many challenges of the WTA calendar, and the reasons why it could be causing players to end their seasons prematurely. Plus, top women's tennis headlines of the week! www.theixsports.com/newsletter/w...

In today’s episode of Women's Sports Daily, host Marin Dremock recaps the Montreal Roses dramatic win over Ottawa to clinch their first NSL Supporters’ Shield. Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/0jNX...

When Kiah Stokes made her #WNBA debut in 2015, Jim Dolan scheduled Isiah Thomas’s second press conference of the day for the same time as player pregame avail, so there were no other reporters there to talk to her as she spoke. Now look at her. Story TK @theixsports.bsky.social

Overwhelmed by the #NWSL Playoff math? Don't worry! @abigailsegel.bsky.social broke it all down for us ahead of Decision Day:

From @michaelwaterloo.bsky.social: How Camryn Brown helped Jordin Canada become the engine of the Atlanta Dream www.theixsports.com/features/how...

This week on The IX Sports Podcast College Basketball Edition, our hosts @thecoachmelissa.bsky.social and @michaelwaterloo.bsky.social walk though the SEC in an effort to determine which teams will rise to the top and punch a ticket to March Madness. www.theixsports.com/features/the...

From @macsmith413.bsky.social: Natalie Nakase's trusted Valkyries identity enough to adjust it www.theixsports.com/features/nak...

Get ready for a competitive Ivy League women's basketball season, as three teams got first-place votes in the preseason poll and 11 All-Ivy players from 2025-26 are back. Our #NCAAWBB conference previews roll on with @jennhatfield.bsky.social's in-depth look at the Ancient Eight. ⬇️ 🌿

Soccer Insider @anniempeterson.bsky.social recaps how the Portland Thorns earned their spot in the 2026 NWSL playoffs, bringing three other teams along with them. Plus, top women's soccer headlines of the week! www.theixsports.com/newsletter/p...

In today’s Women's Sports Daily episode, host Marin Dremock takes you through how veteran Tiffany Hayes and the Golden State Valkyries tied up the WNBA Finals series against the Atlanta Dream. open.spotify.com/episode/4NtS...

The Atlanta Dream fell short of meeting the Golden State Valkyries' aggressiveness in their 67-62 Game 4 loss. They now prepare to head back on the road with the series all tied up at 2-2. @michaelwaterloo.bsky.social explains their lack of intensity/ www.theixsports.com/features/atl...

After Portland clinched the playoffs on Friday night, North Carolina, Denver and Seattle will battle to qualify. @gingers4hal.bsky.social explains how the Thorns blanked the Courage: www.theixsports.com/features/por...

The Atlanta Dream fell to the Golden State Valkyries in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals 67-62, evening the series at 2-2. @michaelwaterloo.bsky.social has more. Watch: youtube.com/shorts/qMPMm...

For a conference where the top team in the standings is as consistent as any conference in the nation, the 2026-27 BIG EAST season will be a year of major change for just about every team but UConn. Our Tee Baker breaks down all 11 teams to get you ready for the season ahead.

"We locked into the details, we understood it's so loud in there so we talked about how we can't just look now." The Valkyries defeated the Dream, 67-62, in a Game 4 victory to tie the series, 2-2. @mingemi.bsky.social on the adjustments they made in the critical win:

The Indiana Fever have fired Amber Cox and had Kelly Kruaskopf step down from their front office. @tonyreast.bsky.social has the latest reporting on news - including that Krauskopf's conversations with ownership took place, specifically, during the World Cup break - and what's next:

Much of what Tiffany Hayes brings to the floor is Golden State’s identity: passion, energy, fight and offense for a team that needs all the scoring punch it can get, writes Michelle Smith. Here, she spotlights Hayes' performance on Saturday, where she moved into the starting lineup and delivered.

The IX Sports' @knoxrob1.bsky.social was at MEAC media day yesterday. He caught up with Howard head coach Ty Grace and Norfolk State student-athlete Cire Worley.

We will, for the first time ever, get a #WNBA Finals Game 6. @theixsports.bsky.social

UConn unveiled its upgraded basketball facilities this week as part of a two-phase plan to upgrade the newly renamed M&T Bank Center at Gampel Pavilion. Our @teebaker-wbb.bsky.social takes you inside the new-look facilities.

In this week's Gymnastics Insider, @jesstaylorprice.bsky.social discusses the team and individual all-around results from the 2026 World Championships, including how China snapped the U.S.'s team gold streak. Plus, top gymnastics headlines of the week and more! www.theixsports.com/newsletter/c...

With a late goal against Ottawa, Tanya Boychuk secured the second-ever Northern Super League Supporters' Shield for the Montreal Roses. Daniel Carrero on the @rosesmtl.ca @nsl.ca victory: www.theixsports.com/the-ix-socce...

Welcome to the 2026-27 Summit League season preview. With just a few days before the start of the season, Missy Heidrick gives an in-depth look at every team in the conference, from standout players to all of the compelling storylines. Read more: www.theixsports.com/features/202...

This week on The IX Sports Podcast, our hosts @classicjpow.bsky.social and @howardmegdal.bsky.social break down the WNBA Finals. The Dream are up against the Valkyries 2-1 in the WNBA Finals. What is the Dream getting right? And can Golden State respond? www.theixsports.com/podcast/the-...

It’s a three-team race for the Patriot League title this year. While Navy returns as the favorite for the second straight season, Army and Lehigh are strong contenders.

Happy Friday! In this week's Hockey Insider, @theicegarden.bsky.social discusses the seven new players joining Hockey Canada's roster for the upcoming 2026 World Championships. www.theixsports.com/newsletter/w...

The New England Women's Hockey Alliance season has kicked off, and Women's Sports Daily brings you the latest updates!: open.spotify.com/episode/0J3d...

This week on The IX Sports Podcast Hockey Edition, our host @mayaxeverysport.bsky.social is joined by special guest Emma Sullivan to break down the state of NCAA women's ice hockey so far this season. www.theixsports.com/features/the...

Ahead of Game 4, the Golden State Valkyries will need to focus on their strengths and let the defense drive the offense. @mingemi.bsky.social has more:

Our conference previews continue with the SEC. @michaelwaterloo.bsky.social breaks down the top contenders and questions whether anyone can upend the Gamecocks.

How the Atlanta Dream reached an unbeatable form in Game 3, from @michaelwaterloo.bsky.social: www.theixsports.com/features/the...

Ruoning Yin earned her second LPGA Shanghai title over the weekend. Golf Insider Marin Dremock breaks down her hard-fought win, plus women's golf headlines of the week! www.theixsports.com/newsletter/y...

On today’s episode of Women's Sports Daily, host Sydney Wingfield takes listeners through Annie Peterson’s recent piece for The IX Sports, which discusses how U.S. Soccer will be launching a new domestic club tournament. Listen:

Flo Rigby has taken the #NJCAA by storm with 28 goals in 19 games. Madison Williams spoke with Rigby and her JCCC coaches about her breakout sophomore campaign.

In this week's Basketball Insider, @macsmith413.bsky.social reflects on the Valkyries' fresh approach to the WNBA and the success they've had in just two seasons www.theixsports.com/newsletter/g...

Angel Reese dominated in Game 2 of the #WNBAFinals. @mingemi.bsky.social is back with @valkyriesbeat.bsky.social to break down why the Valkyries' defense broke down: www.theixsports.com/the-ix-baske...

Jessie Fleming is not a player who’s usually in the spotlight — her value cannot be measured through goals and assists. Yet in a season of tremendous changes for the Portland Thorns, she's been a vital constant. @melinae07.bsky.social explains the co-captain's contributions as a player and leader:

Softball Insider @maren-angus.bsky.social down the results of the 2026 Nebraska and Oklahoma high school state tournaments www.theixsports.com/newsletter/n...

Monmouth may be the CAA preseason favorite, but it will be challenged by several strong programs that return significant performers. Check out a full breakdown of the conference in @knoxrob1.bsky.social's CAA preview. www.theixsports.com/features/202...

In today’s Women's Sports Daily episode, host Madison Williams recaps @mingemi.bsky.social's article on what went wrong for the Golden State Valkyries in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals. open.spotify.com/episode/2ibV...

NEW for @theicegarden.bsky.social & @theixsports.bsky.social I opened up the ole mailbox and tried to answer what’s on Minnesota Frost fans minds heading into training camp! BIG thank you to everyone who submitted a question! #PWHL #MinnesotaFrost www.theixsports.com/the-ice-gard...

Angel Reese made a statement last night. Atlanta is her city. The Dream are her team. She’s more than just the Queen of the City - she’s the queen of the whole damn south. My latest after last night’s game. #WNBA I @theixsports.bsky.social

We are continuing to roll out our conference previews for the 2026-27 women's college basketball season! Want to read about the ACC, Big Ten, Missouri Valley or WCC? We've got you covered. ⬇️ Want to read about the SEC, A10, Patriot League or BIG EAST? We'll have those in the coming days, too!

This week on The IX Sports Podcast Soccer Edition, host @kgier.bsky.social is joined by @anniempeterson.bsky.social to discuss the USWNT's performance against Spain and the new US Soccer training facility. Plus: how will the NWSL shake out? www.theixsports.com/features/the...

Check out our Missouri Valley Conference preview and read up on Murray State's success, plus the teams that are coming for its crown. ✍️ Angie Holmes: www.theixsports.com/the-ix-baske...

Julie Schreiber tells the story of the Maine Wildness and how they are trying to build something different in the USL-W.

In this week's Tennis Insider, Joey Dillon breaks down Maja Chwalińska's surprise win at the recent WTA 1000 in Wuhan and previews the remaining race to the 2026 WTA Finals. Plus, top women's tennis headlines of the week! www.theixsports.com/newsletter/c...