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Women's basketball growth helped by star players, more media coverage, rules changes

Apr. 05, 2024 17:59 PM EDT

CLEVELAND (AP) — Women's basketball has grown in popularity over the past few years thanks in no small part to the sensational play of Caitlin Clark. She’s become a household name that’s brought millions of new fans to the sport. But it's not just her. There's a slew of...

Aces re-sign Candace Parker in bid to win 3rd WNBA title in a row

Feb. 07, 2024 16:16 PM EST

LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Las Vegas Aces re-signed two-time MVP Candace Parker on Wednesday, a missing piece late last season when they won their second consecutive WNBA championship. “I’m looking forward to continuing to play the game I love while competing alongside my teammates...

US women's professional volleyball void is filled, and possibly overflowing, with 3 upstart leagues

Jan. 25, 2024 13:23 PM EST

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Volleyball has been the No. 1 sport in girls participation in the United States for almost a decade. More than 90,000 fans showed up for an outdoor match in Nebraska's football stadium last summer, and the NCAA semifinal and championship matches set attendance...