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ANNE M. PETERSON

ANNE M. PETERSON

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UConn coach Geno Auriemma says super regional format for women's March Madness 'ruined the game'

UConn coach Geno Auriemma has complained about the women’s NCAA Tournament format that once again has sent the Huskies across the country

UConn coach Geno Auriemma says super regional format for women's March Madness 'ruined the game'
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NWSL, union and 2 teams denounce fans' reported 'hateful language' against Barbra Banda

The National Women’s Soccer League, its players union and the Orlando Pride and Gotham FC have denounced reports of “hateful language” directed at Pride forward Barbra Banda

NWSL, union and 2 teams denounce fans' reported 'hateful language' against Barbra Banda
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Caleb Love leads Arizona past Oregon 87-83 to set up a showdown with Duke in March Madness

Caleb Love had 29 points and nine rebounds, and fourth-seeded Arizona advanced to the Sweet 16, surviving a ragged finish to beat former Pac-12 rival Oregon 87-83 in the NCAA Tournament

Caleb Love leads Arizona past Oregon 87-83 to set up a showdown with Duke in March Madness
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Expansion NWSL team unveils plans for new downtown Denver women's soccer stadium

The expansion National Women’s Soccer League team in Denver has unveiled plans for a new downtown soccer stadium

Expansion NWSL team unveils plans for new downtown Denver women's soccer stadium
Business|Economy|Sports|World

FIFA report highlights the inequities in women's soccer

Despite the growing attention on women’s soccer globally, the vast majority of players and teams still struggle for resources and investment

FIFA report highlights the inequities in women's soccer
Business|Economy|Sports

The growth of women's sports is spurring a building boom

While it might not be the flashiest way to chart success, a building boom is showing that more investment is flowing into women’s sports

The growth of women's sports is spurring a building boom
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NWSL opens investigation of Bay FC following reports of a 'toxic' work environment

An independent investigation has been opened into the coaching staff at Bay FC following publication of a report that described a “toxic” work environment at the club

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Settlement creates $5 million fund for NWSL players after abuse scandal

The National Women’s Soccer League will establish a $5 million fund for players as part of a settlement that stemmed from allegations of emotional and sexual misconduct that rocked the league in 2021

Settlement creates $5 million fund for NWSL players after abuse scandal
Sports

Goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher wins 2024 US Soccer Female Player of the Year

Goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher, who stepped down from the U.S. national team late last year after winning a gold medal at the Paris Olympics, was named the 2024 U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year

Goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher wins 2024 US Soccer Female Player of the Year
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Julie Ertz retires from soccer after 10-year career and 2 Women's World Cup titles

Two-time U.S. Soccer Player of the Year Julie Ertz has retired from soccer after a 10-year career that included back-to-back Women’s World Cup titles. Ertz, 31, had already hinted at her retirement at this summer’s World Cup after the United States fell to Sweden on penalties in the Round of 16, tearfully telling reporters it was likely her final match wearing the team crest. She made it official Thursday. “I gave everything I had to the sport that I love,” she said in a statement announcing her retirement. “With that I can walk away with no regrets because while I

Julie Ertz retires from soccer after 10-year career and 2 Women's World Cup titles
Sports

No. 15 Oregon dominates in 81-7 win over Portland State

Bo Nix threw for 287 yards and three touchdowns before heading for the bench early in the third quarter and No. 15 Oregon built a 43-point halftime lead en route to an 81-7 victory over Portland State on Saturday. It was the most points for the Ducks in a game in the modern scoring era, and a scoring record at Autzen Stadium. It was also Oregon’s 19th straight win in a home opener. The Ducks have won 30 straight non-conference games at Autzen Stadium, dating back to 2008. Bucky Irving ran for 119 yards and two

No. 15 Oregon dominates in 81-7 win over Portland State
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Megan Rapinoe's legacy with US team is bigger than soccer

Megan Rapinoe was always unabashedly authentic during her soccer career, whether she was advocating for equal pay and racial justice or scoring an elusive goal off a corner kick

Megan Rapinoe's legacy with US team is bigger than soccer
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Bo Nix, No. 10 Oregon slam brakes on Coach Prime's 'Cinderella story' with a 42-6 rout of Colorado

Bo Nix threw for 276 yards and three touchdowns and No. 10 Oregon took some sheen off of Colorado coach Deion Sanders’ showy start to the season with a 42-6 victory over the No. 19 Buffaloes on Saturday

Bo Nix, No. 10 Oregon slam brakes on Coach Prime's 'Cinderella story' with a 42-6 rout of Colorado
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Silas Bolden has 2 TDs to help No. 19 Oregon State beat No. 10 Utah 21-7

Silas Bolden caught a 27-yard touchdown pass and ran 45 yards for another score and No. 19 Oregon State handed No. 10 Utah its first loss of the season with a 21-7 victory Friday night

Silas Bolden has 2 TDs to help No. 19 Oregon State beat No. 10 Utah 21-7
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Megan Rapinoe honored by team OL Reign in front of record NWSL crowd of 34,130

Retiring star Megan Rapinoe was honored by club team OL Reign in front of a National Women’s Soccer League record crowd of 34,130, many of whom wore pink wigs in her honor

Megan Rapinoe honored by team OL Reign in front of record NWSL crowd of 34,130
Sports

Christine Sinclair, the all-time international goal-scorer, is retiring from Canada's national team

The top goal scorer in international soccer has announced that she will retire from the Canadian national team at the end of this season

Christine Sinclair, the all-time international goal-scorer, is retiring from Canada's national team
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Chelsea's Emma Hayes expected to become US women's soccer coach, AP source says

U.S. Soccer is closing in on naming Chelsea’s Emma Hayes as the new coach of the women’s national team, a source familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press

Chelsea's Emma Hayes expected to become US women's soccer coach, AP source says
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National Women’s Soccer League announces new media deal with CBS, ESPN, Prime Video and Scripps' ION

The National Women’s Soccer League on Thursday announced a new media rights deal that will feature the league’s matches on ESPN, CBS Sports, Amazon Prime Video and Scripps Sports

National Women’s Soccer League announces new media deal with CBS, ESPN, Prime Video and Scripps' ION
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National Women’s Soccer League, citing attendance growth and new media deal, looks to add 16th team

The National Women’s Soccer League is looking to add a 16th team, Commissioner Jessica Berman said on Friday

National Women’s Soccer League, citing attendance growth and new media deal, looks to add 16th team
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Chelsea's Emma Hayes formally named coach of the US women's team but she won't take over until May

Chelsea’s Emma Hayes was formally named the new head coach of the U.S. women’s team

Chelsea's Emma Hayes formally named coach of the US women's team but she won't take over until May
Crime|Education|News|Sports

Female athletes sue the University of Oregon alleging Title IX violations by the school

A group of female athletes has filed a federal lawsuit against the University of Oregon alleging Title IX violations by the school

Female athletes sue the University of Oregon alleging Title IX violations by the school
Sports

MLS commissioner says 2023 was undeniably the Year of Messi but season also had other high points

The 2023 Major League Soccer season was undeniably the year of Lionel Messi

MLS commissioner says 2023 was undeniably the Year of Messi but season also had other high points
Sports

Ally Sentnor of North Carolina is top pick in NWSL draft. Teammate Savy King chosen second

Ally Sentnor of North Carolina was the No. 1 overall selection in the National Women’s Soccer League draft on Friday night, and her teammate Savy King was picked second

Ally Sentnor of North Carolina is top pick in NWSL draft. Teammate Savy King chosen second
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Red Stars sign national team star Mallory Swanson to record 5-year contract

The Chicago Red Stars have signed U.S. team forward Mallory Swanson to a historic four-year contract with an option for a fifth year, the longest ever deal in the National Women’s Soccer League

Red Stars sign national team star Mallory Swanson to record 5-year contract
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US national team midfielder Samantha Mewis retires from soccer because of knee injury

Samantha Mewis has retired from soccer because of a knee injury that has sidelined her from the U.S. team since the Tokyo Olympics

US national team midfielder Samantha Mewis retires from soccer because of knee injury

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