From Deep: Early season 2024-25 Fantasy Basketball Awards

In a thrilling game at T-Mobile Park, Seattle All-Star Cal Raleigh hit his league-leading 39th home run, while Logan Gilbert delivered an impressive performance with 6 1/3 shutout innings, leading the Mariners to a 1-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers and ending their 11-game winning streak. Want More Context? 🔎

Jonquel Jones made a triumphant return to the Liberty during their 98-84 victory over the Fever, scoring a team-high 18 points after being sidelined since June 19 due to an ankle injury. Coach Sandy Brondello celebrated her comeback, noting the team's struggles in her absence, while Jones expressed excitement to rejoin her teammates on the court. Want More Context? 🔎

The South Bend Cubs will host ADEC’s Disability Awareness Night on August 2 at 7 p.m. at Four Winds Field, celebrating individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities while raising awareness and donating $3 from each ticket sold through AEC’s link. Westview High School announced 2025-26 All-Sport Pass pricing, and recent NorthWood grad Avery Runge excelled at the USA High School Clay Target National Championship, finishing 30th in the female division. Want More Context? 🔎

American transgender women will be barred from competing in women's events at the Olympics and Paralympics starting July 21, 2025, due to a policy change by the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) influenced by Trump's executive order. The USOPC emphasized a commitment to fair competition for women, requiring national governing bodies to align their policies accordingly. Want More Context? 🔎

The WNBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis attracted nearly 2.2 million viewers, making it the second most-watched in history, though down 36% from last year's record of 3.44 million. Team Collier, led by Napheesa Collier with 36 points, defeated Team Clark 151-131, while star Caitlin Clark was sidelined due to a groin injury, and the skills challenge set new viewership records. Want More Context? 🔎

Tom Aspinall's first official heavyweight title defense as the undisputed champion is set against Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 on October 25 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. Aspinall, who became champion following Jon Jones' retirement, holds a record of 15-3, while Gane, with a 13-2 record, last fought in December, defeating Alexander Volkov. Want More Context? 🔎