USMNT's Sands out indefinitely with ankle break

A group of 12 neurodiverse students from Appleford School in Shrewton, Wiltshire, will embark on a 1,000-mile cycle challenge from John O'Groats to Lands End starting June 19. Aged 14 to 16, these students, who face challenges like dyslexia and ADHD, aim to demonstrate their capability to achieve remarkable feats, cycling 70 to 80 miles daily. Teacher Mark Ball praised their enthusiasm and determination, noting the significant educational struggles many have overcome, and highlighting their...

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Oregon defeated Liberty 3-2 in Game 1 of the Eugene Super Regional, with Kai Luschar contributing three hits and an RBI, and Dezianna Patmon delivering a walk-off RBI single in the eighth inning. Oregon (52-8), the No. 16 seed, can advance to the Women’s College World Series with a win in Game 2. Staci Chambers pitched 2 1/3 scoreless innings in relief, while Liberty's Elena Escobar allowed three runs in a...

In WNBA action, the Minnesota Lynx rallied from a 15-point deficit to defeat the Connecticut Sun 76-70, led by Napheesa Collier's 33 points and 11 rebounds. The Seattle Storm edged the Phoenix Mercury 77-70, with Skylar Diggins recording 24 points and a franchise-record 14 assists. The Las Vegas Aces overcame the Washington Mystics 75-72, fueled by Jackie Young's 25 points, while the Golden State Valkyries secured their second consecutive win, beating the Los Angeles Sparks...

Barcelona is monitoring AS Monaco forwards Eliesse Ben Seghir and Maghnes Akliouche as potential summer transfer targets to enhance their attacking depth, particularly with possible departures of Ansu Fati and Pau Victor. Ben Seghir, 20, has had a standout season with nine goals and four assists, while Akliouche, 23, has contributed seven goals and 12 assists, attracting interest from other clubs like Liverpool. Despite financial constraints, Barcelona might consider including Fati in a deal for...

Ty France's two-run homer in the ninth inning led the Minnesota Twins to a 3-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals, marking their 15th win in 17 games. Carlos Correa, activated after passing concussion protocol, contributed with a 429-foot homer in the second inning, while Cole Sands secured the win with a perfect ninth. The Royals struggled offensively, going 1 for 10 with runners in scoring position, and Kansas City’s Noah Cameron impressed with eight...

The Golden State Warriors, established in 1946, have had over 600 players wear more than 60 jersey numbers throughout their 75-year history, representing cities like Philadelphia, San Francisco, Oakland, and San Diego. This article highlights Winston Garland, the 16th of 28 players to wear the No. 12 jersey, who played for the Warriors from 1987 to 1990, averaging 11.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 1.7 steals per game. Garland, selected 40th overall in the...