Author: Sandra Brown
BYU Volleyball’s Tough Start in Big 12 Against Colorado In their Big 12 opener on September 25, 2025, the Brigham Young University (BYU) women’s volleyball team faced a challenging match against the Colorado Buffaloes. Despite entering the match with an undefeated non-conference record of 12-0, the Cougars fell to the Buffaloes 3-1, with set scores of 25-14, 25-23, 23-25, and 25-21. Match Overview Competing at the Smith Fieldhouse, the Cougars struggled to maintain their winning momentum as Colorado started strong. BU’s sophomore setter, Alex Bower, expressed scrutiny over her performance, stating, “I’ll probably be watching film tonight. I just give…
Fordham Women’s Soccer Dominates Saint Joseph’s in 4-1 Victory Bronx, N.Y. – September 25, 2025 Match Overview In an impressive display of skill, the Fordham women’s soccer team triumphed over the Saint Joseph’s Hawks with a decisive 4-1 win at Moglia Stadium. This victory marks a significant improvement in Fordham’s season record, elevating them to 6 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw overall, alongside a 1-1 standing in Atlantic 10 play. Scoring Summary 10th Minute: Renata Mercedes initiated the attack, passing to Salma Simonin, who set up Liina Tervo for her seventh goal of the season. 24th Minute: Tervo assisted…
Supreme Court Set to Rule on Women’s Sports Participation and Transgender Issues Source: ZENIT News, Washington, 09.25.2025 Context of the Cases As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to rule on critical issues related to participation in women’s sports, two cases—State of West Virginia v. B.P.J. and Little v. Hecox—highlight the intense debates surrounding state laws that aim to separate female athletic teams from male competitors. Involvement of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has submitted an amicus curiae brief reflecting concerns that extend beyond legal arguments. Their position emphasizes the cultural, educational, and…
Celebrating Women’s Sports: A Look at Dedicated Sports Bars Across the U.S. The landscape for women’s sports is evolving, with a growing number of establishments across the United States exclusively promoting women athletes. Once overshadowed in sports culture, women’s sports are now gaining the recognition they deserve across various platforms, with a fresh wave of sports bars dedicated to showcasing these athletes. These venues not only cater to sports fans but also emphasize inclusivity, offering diverse menus that include non-alcoholic beverages, plant-based dishes, and family-friendly options, making watchers of all ages feel welcome. Emerging Hotspots for Women’s Sports Fans As…
Penn State Sports Roundup: Women’s Soccer, Volleyball, and More Women’s Soccer Update The No. 18 ranked Penn State women’s soccer team faced challenges this week, ending in a tie against Nebraska (1-1) on Thursday and subsequently losing to Wisconsin (2-1) on Sunday. Despite leading through most of the second half against Nebraska, Penn State conceded a late equalizer from a corner kick. Kaitlyn MacBean was responsible for scoring the team’s only goal in that match. During the match against Wisconsin, Penn State outshone their opponents in terms of shots, tallying 7 compared to Wisconsin’s 2. However, the Badgers capitalized on…
Meet Parth Upadhyaya: Covering Memphis Tigers Basketball Background and Education Parth Upadhyaya, originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, has paved a successful path as a sports journalist with an emphasis on basketball. He is an alumnus of the Hussman School of Media and Journalism at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where his passion for sports journalism truly took shape. Career Highlights Since joining The Daily Memphian in 2022, Upadhyaya has focused on covering the Memphis Tigers men’s basketball team. His in-depth analysis and reporting provide fans with a comprehensive view of the team’s dynamics and performance. Before his…
2025 Women CEOs in America Report: Examining the Influence of Sports on Leadership Roles WASHINGTON, Sept. 25, 2025 – The Women Business Collaborative (WBC) has released its annual report that meticulously tracks the status and trends related to women serving as CEOs in the United States. The 2025 iteration reveals that women now hold 9.2% of CEO positions in major corporations, including those listed on the Fortune 1000, S&P 500, Russell 3000, and private firms with revenues exceeding $1 billion. The Intersection of Sports and Leadership A noteworthy addition to this year’s findings is the link between women’s participation in…
NUMAS Haus Expands Emergency Shelter to Address Growing Homelessness In a significant step towards combating homelessness, NUMAS Haus, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting women and their children, has acquired the former First United Methodist Church building in 2024. This move aims to enhance their emergency shelter capacity, with renovation costs estimated at $1.1 million. Context of Homelessness in Brown County Brown County is currently facing a record high in homelessness, prompting NUMAS Haus to increase its outreach and services. Lorna Cotner, office coordinator at NUMAS Haus, emphasized the widespread nature of homelessness across both urban and rural areas. According…
Regional College Soccer Results: Creighton and Graceland Women Victorious In an exciting day of regional college soccer, the women’s teams from Creighton University and Graceland University both emerged victorious in their respective matches on Wednesday. Match Highlights Women’s Soccer Results Graceland 2, William Penn 1 – For further details, check the box score here. Creighton 1, Villanova 0 – A hard-fought match that showcased both teams’ skills. Men’s Soccer Results William Penn 3, Graceland 1 – An unfortunate result for Graceland’s men’s team. Looking Ahead With these results, the Creighton and Graceland women’s teams continue to build momentum as the…
Canada-U.S. Women’s Hockey Rivalry Series Concludes in Edmonton The highly anticipated annual Canada-U.S. women’s hockey Rivalry Series is set to culminate with two matches in Edmonton this December. Presented by Hockey Canada, these games will be a pivotal moment for the participating athletes as they prepare for the upcoming Olympic Games in Italy. Game Schedule and Significance Scheduled for December 10 and 13, the Edmonton games will provide players with crucial experience ahead of the Olympics, where Canada aims to defend its gold medal, which was clinched in Beijing in 2022. “These two games are a special moment for everyone…