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Voting is open for The Courier Journal's girls athlete of the week, with nominees including freshman Ryleah Lawrence, eighth grader Josslyn Woosley, junior Hadley Dierking, junior Kadie Bosemer, and junior Eva Hidrogo. Lawrence had 7 hits and 4 RBIs, Woosley pitched a shutout, Dierking went 4 for 4 with a triple and home run, Bosemer struck out 9 without allowing a hit, and Hidrogo had 9 hits and 12 RBIs in the first three games....

Ohm Youngmisuk, a seasoned sports journalist, has covered various teams in the NFL and NBA for over a decade, previously working for the New York Daily News before joining ESPNNewYork.com. In a recent update, Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry is traveling to Miami to potentially play against the Heat after suffering a pelvic bruise, with his status for Tuesday's game pending further evaluation. The Warriors are aiming to secure a playoff spot and are closely...

In a show of support for manager Coleman, Captain Ashley Williams and other players texted out their feelings to "lay off the gaffer," leading to a new contract being offered and signed. Despite initial challenges, Coleman's strong relationship with the players and their united front eventually led Wales to success in the Euros, with the Skopje trip becoming a memorable and pivotal moment in Welsh football history. Full Article

Ole Miss guard Matthew Murrell led his team to a 91-78 victory over Iowa State, advancing to their first Sweet 16 since 2001 and making history as the seventh SEC team to reach the Sweet 16 in the NCAA men's tournament. Despite being the lowest-seeded SEC team, Ole Miss dominated the game, showcasing the strength of the conference and setting a record with 14 teams making the tournament. Coach Chris Beard instilled confidence in his...

Juventus has sacked manager Thiago Motta after two heavy defeats, appointing Igor Tudor as his replacement. Motta's team dropped to fifth in the standings, 12 points behind leaders Inter Milan, following losses to Fiorentina and Atalanta. Tudor, a former player at Juventus, will take over after Motta's 21-game unbeaten run was marred by recent disappointing results. Full Article

Former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner and his wife, Jessica, announced the passing of their 14-year-old son, Miller, who died in his sleep after falling ill while on vacation. The Yankees organization expressed grief and condolences, highlighting Miller's vibrant personality and love for sports. Gardner, a respected teammate and 2009 championship winner, received support from his former manager Aaron Boone and the baseball community during this tragic time. Full Article