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WNBA star reveals she learned to walk again after secret spinal tumor

Diamond DeShields was a budding star in the WNBA before doctors discovered a tumor in her spine.

4 years ago

‘Straight up child abuse’: Canadian gymnast quit at the age of 13 due to what she alleges was a horrific and abusive environment

Amelia Cline can still remember what she loved about gymnastics; the 32-year-old Canadian says it was the chance to explore…

4 years ago

‘I am smart, I am beautiful, I am loved’: Olympian Natasha Hastings prioritizes mental health

Olympic gold medalist Natasha Hastings is part of a growing movement of athletes, like Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka, prioritizing…

4 years ago

How Women’s Sports Media, Athletes Try to Engage More Fans

When athletes don’t receive serious coverage, potential fans don’t get a chance to respect, and religiously follow, their game.

4 years ago

May 9 – May 15, Weekly Highlights and Lowlights

👍 This week our highlight goes to Naomi Osaka who was not only named one of the top earning athletes…

4 years ago

World Boxing Championships: Nikhat, Parveen, Manisha register victories

In the last bout of the day, Saweety (75kg) went down to England's Kerry Davis via a 2-3 split decision.

4 years ago

Iga Swiatek extends winning streak to 25 by defeating Victoria Azarenka at Italian Open

Top-ranked Iga Swiatek was tested before pulling out a 6-4, 6-1 victory over former No. 1 Victoria Azarenka to reach…

4 years ago

Destanni Henderson puts draft-night expectations in rearview mirror as part of Fever’s new-look lineup

Indiana guard Destanni Henderson is investing in herself while seizing her opportunity to help turn around a flagging Fever franchise.

4 years ago

Lynx Announce Buyout of Angel McCoughtry, Six-Time All-WNBA Wing

The longtime WNBA star appeared in two games after signing with Minnesota in February.

4 years ago