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UConn going broke a cautionary tale for UCF, USF and other Group of 5 schools | Commentary

UConn going broke should be cautionary tale for UCF, USF and other Group of 5 football programs

Orlando City falls 3-1 to Philadelphia Union while down two men due to red cards

After ceding two red cards, Orlando City fell 3-1 to the Philadelphia Union on Wednesday during the first of two games this week between the two teams.

Close-knit USWNT players 'have each other's backs' on path to World Cup final

The United States had arguably the toughest route to the World Cup final. The U.S. faced top contenders in each phase of the knockout stages and played each game with fewer days of rest than opponents.

Megan Rapinoe to critics: I am 'very deeply American'

A lot of attention is on Megan Rapinoe right now. Her political stands, straight forward and candid way of speaking, individuality and powerful on-field performances have combined to make her the star of the 2019 Women's World Cup.

Alanna Kennedy, Emily Van Egmond and Shelina Zadorsky return from World Cup, bolster Pride roster

For the first time in weeks, Pride head coach Marc Skinner worked with an almost-complete roster at training on Wednesday morning.

Netherlands to play USA in World Cup final after beating Sweden 1-0

When Jackie Groenen received the ball, even though she was outside the penalty area, the Dutch midfielder knew she had to seize her opening.

Coke Zero Sugar 400: NASCAR reaches midseason mark at Daytona on a roll

Four takeaways from the first half of the NASCAR season heading into the final 400-mile race at Daytona International Speedway on Fourth of July weekend before next season's schedule shake-up.

Montverde Academy alum Ben Simmons, 76ers negotiating a 5-year extension

Ben Simmons is apparently about to become the next recipient of a big commitment from the Philadelphia 76ers.

Orlando kickboxer heads into Kissimmee card with clear vision of risk: 'I'm scared to go in there every time'

John Morehouse of Orlando is scheduled to fight on the undercard of the Glory Kickboxing 67 show Saturday night at Silver Spurs Arena in Kissimmee.

UF forward Isaiah Stokes transferring from Gators

UF redshirt sophomore forward Isaiah Stokes transferring from Gators after struggling with injuries and inconsistency, leaving the Gators with just one player from the 2016 and 2017 recruiting classes.

2019 College Football Rankings: No. 53 USF pushes to jump-start offense

USF is looking to bounce back after suffering through a collapse late in the 2018 season. The Bulls hired new offensive coordinator Kerwin Bell, who is installing a high-scoring offense that could be just what USF players need to put last season behind them.

Six-run ninth, All-Star performance from John Means give Orioles 9-6 win over Rays

After John Means' seven spectacular innings, the Orioles scored six runs in the ninth and held on for a 9-6 victory over the Rays.

Nats' Strasburg dominant against Marlins with his most strikeouts (14) in more than 2 years

Stephen Strasburg allowed two hits and two walks while extending his personal winning streak against Miami to 11.

Yankees explode with back-to-back homers in sixth to take Subway Series finale against Mets

Domingo German returned from the IL to retire nine of his last 11 batters, and struck out six while walking none.

Blue Jays hit 3 home runs off Chris Sale, beat Red Sox 6-3

Danny Jansen and Brandon Drury each hit two-run homers, Lourdes Gurriel Jr. added a solo homer and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Boston Red Sox 6-3. All three homers came off Red Sox left-hander Chris Sale. It's the second time this season Sale has allowed three homers - he also did it in his opening day outing against Seattle on March 28. Blue Jays right-hander Jacob Waguespack allowed three runs and five hits in five-plus innings for his first career win.

Josh Donaldson, Braves blast Phillies, push NL East lead to 5 1/2 games

Josh Donaldson and Austin Riley hit three-run homers off Nick Pivetta and the Atlanta Braves solidified their NL East lead by beating the Philadelphia Phillies 9-2 on Wednesday night.

9th-inning debacle against Pirates haunts Cubs in 4th straight loss

The Cubs blew a ninth-inning lead and lost to the Pirates on Wednesday, 6-5, as Kris Bryant and Jason Heyward sat out with injuries.

Jose Abreu slugs the game-winning home run in the 12th to give the White Sox a doubleheader sweep of the Tigers

Jose Abreu hit a game-winning three-run homer in the 12th inning as the White Sox beat the Tigers 9-6.

Mike Trout, Jaime Barria and bullpen lead Angels past Rangers

Mike Trout homered twice and Jaime Barria struck out a career-high eight batters in five innings as the Angels beat the Texas Rangers 6-2.

Cody Bellinger's walk-off homer in the 10th gives the Dodgers a sweep over the Diamondbacks

Cody Bellinger's second home run in the game produces a fifth consecutive walk-off victory for Dodgers and a 5-4 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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