Author: Barbara Palmer

The Women’s Six Nations tournament is gaining more attention than ever, with larger crowds and increased media coverage. However, along with the rise in popularity of high-impact sports like rugby, comes an increased risk of brain injury. The tragic story of Siobhan Cattigan serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with sports like rugby. Her family watched as she suffered from mental health deterioration before eventually passing away at the young age of 26 due to brain injuries sustained while playing rugby. Concerns about sport-related brain injuries have been raised for nearly a century, but attention is now…

The Indiana Fever made a major move in the WNBA Draft by selecting University of Iowa standout Caitlin Clark with the top overall pick on Monday night. WNBA commissioner Catherine Engelbert announced the selection of Clark to Indianapolis, where she will bring her dynamic playing style and national player of the year achievements. Following Clark, Stanford’s Cameron Brink went at No. 2 to the Los Angeles Sparks, South Carolina’s Kamilla Cardoso went No. 3 to the Chicago Sky, and Tennessee’s Rickea Jackson was the No. 4 pick by the Sparks. Other top picks were also announced, including Alissa Pili, who…

The NBA play-in tournament is set to kick off on April 16, with teams fighting for the final two seeds in each conference. In the Eastern Conference, the Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, Milwaukee Bucks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Orlando Magic, and Indiana Pacers are all vying for a playoff spot. Meanwhile, in the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder, Minnesota Timberwolves, Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, and Phoenix Suns are battling it out. Key matchups in the play-in tournament include the Philadelphia 76ers facing off against the Miami Heat, and the Chicago Bulls taking on the Atlanta Hawks in…

Boston Celtics fans have reason to celebrate as their star guard, Jrue Holiday, has agreed to a lucrative contract extension. Holiday has signed a four-year, $135 million deal that will keep him in Boston through the 2027-28 season. The extension comes after Holiday declined a $37.3 million player option for the 2024-25 season, opting instead for long-term security with the Celtics. This move not only solidifies the talented core of the Celtics, which includes Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis, and Derrick White, but also saves the team money on the salary cap. With Holiday’s extension, the Celtics will operate…

Football legend O.J. Simpson, famously acquitted of notorious killings, passed away at the age of 76, as confirmed by his family on Wednesday. The former NFL star succumbed to cancer, surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Simpson, a cultural icon known for his football career, movies, and commercials, rose to fame as a college football star at USC, winning the Heisman trophy in 1968. He went on to have a successful NFL career with the Buffalo Bills and the San Francisco 49ers, earning the nickname “The Juice” along the way. In 1994, Simpson was accused of killing his ex-wife, Nicole…

In a thrilling showdown between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the UConn Huskies in the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament, Caitlin Clark and her team managed to survive a fierce challenge to secure a nail-biting 71-69 victory. Despite being held to their worst first half of the season by the Huskies, the Hawkeyes staged a remarkable comeback in the third and fourth quarters to claim the win. The game was not without controversy, as a contentious offensive foul call led to a crucial turnover for UConn in the closing moments of the game. Nevertheless, Iowa maintained their composure and held on for…

USC’s Bronny James Declares for 2024 NBA Draft, Enters Transfer Portal In a surprising move, USC freshman guard Bronny James has declared for the 2024 NBA draft while also entering the transfer portal. Despite making this big decision, James intends to maintain his college eligibility for now. This news comes after James recently suffered a cardiac arrest episode and had to undergo a heart procedure. As a result, he will need to be evaluated by the NBA’s fitness-to-play panel before he can participate in team workouts or the draft combine. The plan for James is to meet with targeted NBA…

Liverpool fans can rejoice as one of their key midfielders is set to make a return to the squad for the upcoming match against Manchester United. Manager Jurgen Klopp confirmed in a post-match press conference that the player had missed the previous game against Sheffield United due to a knock. Klopp expressed his optimism about the player’s fitness, stating that he believes the midfielder will be ready to make a comeback against their bitter rivals. It was revealed that the decision to rest the player for the Sheffield United game was a precautionary measure to ensure his availability for the…

In a stunning display of talent, Malachi Flynn of the Detroit Pistons scored 50 points in a game against the Atlanta Hawks, solidifying his place in NBA history. Despite coming off the bench, Flynn managed to accomplish this remarkable feat in just 34 minutes on the court. The young guard shot an impressive 18-of-25 from the field and 5-of-9 from three-point range, demonstrating his versatility and skill. However, his exceptional performance was not enough to secure a victory for the Pistons, as they ultimately fell to the Hawks with a score of 121-113. Flynn’s 50-point game now ties him for…

The Houston Texans made a bold move by voiding the final three years of wide receiver Stefon Diggs’ contract, allowing him to become a free agent after the 2024 season. This decision comes after the Texans gave Diggs a raise and $22.52 million in guaranteed money for the 2024 season in hopes of getting the best version of him on the field. Diggs was acquired by the Texans in a trade with the Buffalo Bills, where he had signed a four-year, $104 million contract extension in April 2022. During his time with the Bills, Diggs led the NFL in receptions…