Sports
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Opposing Fans Tried to Body Shame Him. Now, He’s a March Madness Hero.
North Carolina State’s DJ Burns has big moves and a bigger mouth. “He’s like a polar bear,” his strength coach says, “and a ballerina.”
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In the Shadow of War, Ukraine Qualifies for Soccer’s Euro 2024
In a Polish city made home from home, Ukraine qualified for this summer’s European championships.
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Ex-Jaguars Employee Who Hacked Jumobtron Sentenced to 220 Years in Prison
The team did not renew the former employee’s contract after learning he was a convicted sex offender.
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Is Caitlin Clark a Generational Talent? We Asked W.N.B.A. Executives.
The Iowa superstar headlines a draft class loaded with talented guards.
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Aaron Rodgers and the Vice Presidential Candidacy That Never Was
The Jets have dodged one distraction. But knowing Rodgers, more are on the way, a columnist for The Athletic writes.
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Meet the Rising Soccer Coach Who’s on the Radar of Many Top Clubs
Thiago Motta’s contract with Bologna expires this summer. Teams could be lining up to hire him.
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No. 2-Seeded Stanford Needs Overtime to Outlast Iowa State’s Upset Bid
The Cardinal were staring down a stunning result that could have changed the balance of power in the women’s bracket.
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The American Fraudster Who Nearly Bought an English Soccer Club
Chris Kirchner played golf with the stars and tried to buy Derby County and Preston North End. Now he’s facing a lengthy prison sentence.
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The Secret Salary Survey That Provides N.F.L. Coaches With Leverage
In a league structured to create parity, paying coaches is one potential avenue for competitive advantages.
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An Unusual Referee Substitution in the Women’s N.C.A.A. Tournament
An officiating change was made at halftime of the N.C. State-Chattanooga game because of the “background conflict” of a referee.
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How Dawn Staley Brings Players to South Carolina
Staley has used Brazilian steaks, samba dancing and honest conversations in recruiting.
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Why March Madness Belongs to the Women
Another giant leap is coming for college basketball, a columnist for The Athletic writes.