International basketball
Sportlight-Week Ahead, Aug. 5-11
By The Associated Press Aug. 04, 2022 10:00 AM EDT
Aug. 9
1936 — Jesse Owens becomes the first American to win four Olympic gold medals as the United States sets a world record in the 4x100 relay at the...

Ex-WNBA star Lauren Jackson savors each day of her comeback
By Doug Feinberg Aug. 02, 2022 03:02 AM EDT
Sportlight-Jackie Joyner sets heptathlon world record
By The Associated Press Aug. 01, 2022 10:00 AM EDT
Aug. 2
1864 — The first Travers Stakes at Saratoga is won by Kentucky, a horse that scores 20 consecutive victories.
1912 — John...
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By The Associated Press Jul. 28, 2022 10:00 AM EDT
Aug. 2
1864 — The first Travers Stakes at Saratoga is won by Kentucky, a horse that scores 20 consecutive victories.
1912 — John...
US closes in on basketball World Cup, tops Puerto Rico 83-75
Jul. 01, 2022 10:26 PM EDT
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Justin Jackson scored 26 points, Langston Galloway added 18 and the U.S. men's basketball team took another step toward qualifying for...

3-on-3 hockey league launches, could be step toward Olympics
By Stephen Whyno Jun. 29, 2022 04:28 PM EDT

Vonn urges athletes use platform for good 'especially today'
By Eddie Pells Jun. 24, 2022 11:12 PM EDT

Nigerian government allows basketball teams to play again
By Gerald Imray Jun. 23, 2022 11:00 AM EDT
Big Liu among first 10 recruits for Bay Area Dragons in EASL
Jun. 22, 2022 03:02 AM EDT
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Liu Chuanxing has signed on as a foundation player with the Bay Area Dragons in the East Asia Super League after leaving his mark in...

Title IX: Ann Meyers Drysdale shares how law shaped her life
By Ann Meyers Drysdale Jun. 20, 2022 02:43 AM EDT

Taylor calls for Griner's release at Hall of Fame induction
By Teresa M. Walker Jun. 11, 2022 08:02 PM EDT

FIBA resists Paris Olympics plan for remote basketball venue
By Graham Dunbar Jun. 08, 2022 10:15 AM EDT

FIBA warns of possible disciplinary action against Nigeria
By Gerald Imray Jun. 02, 2022 08:17 AM EDT

South Carolina's Dawn Staley becomes force on, off the court
By Pete Iacobelli Apr. 07, 2022 12:48 PM EDT