Chicago, IL

Columbus, OH

The Forward

The calendar flips to September this weekend, which means it’s officially football season. But before the NFL kicks off on Thursday, there’s big football — as in soccer — news expected for Israel. The NFL season begins without an openly Jewish player Of all the professional sports leagues, the roster frenzy leading up to the...

The Jewish Sport Report: Why FIFA might ban Israel from international soccer

The Associated Press

MADRID (AP) — Euro 2024 stars Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams are back on Spain’s squad to lead the start of its Nations League title defense. Coach Luis de la Fuente announced his squad list Friday for the first two games of the competition. He stuck with the same block of players who won the European Championship in July when Yamal and Williams ignited the tournament.

Yamal and Williams to lead Spain in start of Nations League defense

MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (AP) — Thousands of people attended a public wake Thursday for Uruguayan soccer player Juan Izquierdo, the Nacional defender who died of cardiac arrest five days after collapsing during a Copa Libertadores match in Brazil. Izquierdo, who was 27, died Tuesday night at a Sao Paulo hospital....

Thousands attend public wake of Uruguayan soccer player Juan Izquierdo

CBS Detroit

The 2026 World Cup is coming to North America with an ambitious plan, expanding the field by 50% and spreading the soccer spectacle over 16 cities in three countries with multiple climates and elevations.FIFA, aiming to create the perfect pitch for every venue, partnered with turf experts at the University of Tennessee and Michigan State University to research and develop the best surfaces for the tournament.When the World Cup begins in less than two years with 48 teams playing 104 matches in the U.S., Mexico and Canada, no one wants the field — or pitch, as many soccer aficionados call...

FIFA aims for the perfect pitch at 2026 World Cup after Copa field disaster

Jamaican Alana Reid and South African Bayanda Walaza won the 100m titles and the world u20 track and field championships in Lima, Peru, on Wednesday night. Reid, 19, prevailed in 11.17 seconds. She was part of Jamaica’s 4x100m relay team that placed fifth at the Paris Olympics. She was sixth in the 100m at the Jamaican Olympic Trials.

Alana Reid, Bayanda Walaza win 100m at world U20 championships

New York Post

Hope Solo’s story is still the same 10 years later.

In the upcoming Netflix “Untold” sports series, “Hope Solo vs. U.S. Soccer” — which premieres Sept. 3 — the former goalkeeper is steadfast in her stance that the U.S. Soccer Federation had ulterior motives for terminating her contract in 2016 — and had her exiled from the team. 

At the time, U.S. Soccer disciplined Solo for what it called “conduct that is counter to the organization’s principles” after the star goalkeeper called Swedish players “a bunch of cowards” following a loss to them in the quarterfinals of the 2016 Olympics. 

In...

Hope Solo still refuses to ‘bow down’ to US Soccer Federation: ‘I was blackballed’

Mount Sinai, NY

Soccer referee Safet Karaduzovic has passed away. “Steve was one of my mentors,” long-time referee Brendan Mullarkey said on his Facebook page. “Rest in Peace FISH.”. Karaduzovic was survived by his brothers Mustafa and Sokol, sisters Skendera and Muradija, nephews Meno, Ismail, Gregory, Mano, Omer, Sokol, Michael and Halil, nieces Nurija, Sabina, Sanela, Azra and many other members of his family.

RIP, SAFET: Soccer referee Karaduzovic passes away

Colorado State

San Diego, CA

RICHMOND, Va. – The ECNL announced that San Diego Surf has won the 2023-24 ECNL Girls Overall Club Championship. This honor is awarded to the club that earned the highest total points from regular-season conference games and performance at the ECNL National Playoffs and Finals. Winning this championship requires consistent excellence across all age groups throughout the season.

ECNL Girls Top 25 Clubs revealed from 2023-24 season: San Diego Surf wins overall title

Georgia State

Contributors represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. They have also demonstrated their experience writing hard news for other outlets. Contributors are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

contributor

Floyd County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

According to officials with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), three former officers from the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC), one GDC investigator, and a former Floyd County deputy have been charged for the aggravated assault of an inmate at the Floyd County Jail.

Five Former Georgia Law Enforcement Officers Charged With Aggravated Assault Against Inmate

Renato Veiga was one of the lesser-heralded signings at Chelsea this summer — of which there were many, to be sure — but he appears to be enjoying himself quite a bit in his new digs, carving out a place for himself in the first-team squad and looking like he could become a bit of a cult hero with his rawness, exuberance, penchant for some wild defending, and propensity for playing up to the crowd. He actually shows that he’s delighted to be here, and that’s always nice to see.

Portugal call up Chelsea trio, including Renato Veiga!

Maine State

Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

Randy Vogt is a veteran soccer referee. (Photo courtesy of ENYYSA) Director of Public Relations, Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association. I was refereeing two girls small-sided games at the end of the season and those matches could not be more different. In Game 1, a team played “We Are...

GUEST COLUMN: The coach’s attitude often determines how much your child will enjoy soccer

Providence, RI

Hempstead, NY

HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. – Jacob Woznicki scored twice and the Hofstra University defense limited Providence College to two shots on goal in a 2-0 victory at Hofstra Soccer Stadium on Thursday night. The win was Hofstra’s second in a row as the Pride improved to 2-0-1. Hofstra is 3-1 all-time...

JACOB’S LADDER: Woznicki’s brace powers Hofstra men to win

Douglas, GA

A local Walmart employee was recently arrested on a misdemeanor charge after allegedly stealing over $60 worth of merchandise from the store. Additionally, she faced a felony charge after officers discovered suspected methamphetamine in her locker during the arrest.

Douglas Walmart Employee Arrested for Methamphetamine Possession and Shoplifting

Writers represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. Writers are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

writer

Emily Standley Allard

In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

South Carolina State

Community Voices represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program but not yet verified their accounts. Community Voices are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

community_voice

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Quitman, MS

Clarke County, MS

Mississippi News Group

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. Memory Smith, a former bookkeeper for Quitman High School, has been charged with embezzlement following an investigation by the State Auditor’s office.

Former High School Bookkeeper Charged with Embezzlement in Clarke County

New York State

Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association announced on Thursday that 47 players from its Olympic Development Program have been selected for the Interregional Team. That is an increase of more than 10 percent from last year. The breakdown:. 2007 Boys-Asa Antoine, Asiah Carroll, Kevin Cruz. 2008 Boys-Otoniel Umana Alvarez, Sean...

THEY’VE BEEN SELECTED: 47 ENYYSA ODP players named to Interregional Team

HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. – Aimee Hodgson scored late in the first half to give the Hofstra University women a 1-0 lead, but Brown University’s Kira Maguire tallied the equalizer with just under three minutes to play in a 1-1 draw at Hofstra Soccer Stadium on Thursday afternoon. The Pride,...

FIT TO BE TIED: Late goal forces Hofstra women to settle for 1-1 draw

Paris Paralympics, Day 1 Finals: Poppy Maskill Sets S14 100 Fly World Record. It took all of seven events at the Paris Paralympics for us to see our first world record, courtesy of Poppy Maskill. She had to outduel the co-holders of the record head-to-head. The British youngster went 1:03.00...

Paris Paralympics, Day 1 Finals: Poppy Maskill Sets S14 100 Fly World Record

Cicero, IL

Oak Park, IL

Berwyn, IL

Forest Park, IL

River Forest, IL

Elmwood Park, IL

Riverside, IL

Lincolnwood, IL

Hines, IL

Evanston, IL

Maywood, IL

Lyons, IL

Harwood Heights, IL

River Grove, IL

Evergreen Park, IL

NewsBreak

TAKING ON THE WORLD CHAMPS: USA vs. Spain in U-20 Women’s World Cup opener on Sunday

CHICAGO – The U.S. Under-20 women’s youth national team opens the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup on Sunday, Sept. 1 – the second match day...

TAKING ON THE WORLD CHAMPS: USA vs. Spain in U-20 Women’s World Cup opener on Sunday

Comments / 0