• Thu, March 6, 2025

by: Newsroom

NZ's key role in global breakthrough for women's sport

In a huge leap for female athletes, NZ is a driving force in a new global alliance to boost women's health and performance

by: Politico

Gavin Newsom breaks with Democrats on trans athletes in sports

The Democratic California governor made the stunning remarks in his debut podcast with conservative guest Charlie Kirk.

by: Reuters

UK antitrust regulator to reopen Spreadex-Sporting Index deal probe

Britain's competition watchdog said on Wednesday it would reconsider Spreadex's completed acquisition of Sporting Index's consumer-facing arm after the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) overturned its previous decision.

by: MSN

Video of the Day- WPL 2025: Massive altercation in WPL as Harmanpreet Kaur points finger at Sophie Ecclestone

Tension erupts in WPL as Harmanpreet Kaur points finger at Sophie Ecclestone(Source:JioHotstar) The WPL 2025 is inching its way towards the end, and the competition is becoming increasingly intense with every passing match.

by: 247Sports

Every college football preseason top-25 team's most important game on 2025 schedule

Below is every preseason top-25 team's most important game of the 2025 college football season. Most important game: vs. Auburn, Sept. 20 There's going to be considerable griping in Norman if another SEC season for the Sooners starts with a loss at home. This would nullify any momentum gained by beating Michigan two weeks prior.

by: PennLive

Complete results from Day 1 of the PIAA Girls Wrestling Championships

Here are complete results from the first day of competition at the PIAA Girls Wrestling Championships at Giant Center in Hershey Thursday. Wrestling resumes Friday with the quarterfinals at 11:45 a.m. READ MORE: Gettysburg's Haines, CD's Gilfoil lead Mid-Penn corps of 8 into girls wrestling state quarters

by: ClickOnDetroit

Liverpool stuns PSG with late winner in Champions League and 10-man Barcelona beats Benfica

Harvey Elliott scored less than a minute after coming on as a late substitute to fire Liverpool to a stunning 1-0 win against Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16.

by: Yardbarker

Manchester City may face competition to sign a midfield powerhouse who'd bolster City's midfield options

It appears to be obvious that Manchester City will look to further strengthen their midfield in the summer. With City's current midfield getting on in years they do need to add younger players and fresh legs to their engine room.

by: Sportcal

FIFA to distribute $1bn prize money for Club World Cup

The FIFA Club World Cup will not only be the pinnacle of club football, but also a vivid demonstration of solidarity that will benefit clu

by: MyHighPlains

The woman who were nominated for the 2025 Remarkable Women competition

MyHighPlains.com and KAMR Local 4 News received numerous nominations for the 2025 Remarkable Woman competition. While there is only one winner, MyHighPlains.com wanted to recognize all 2025 nominees in the competition.

by: Sherdog

Marcos Rogerio de Lima Earns 1-Year Suspension After Second Failed Drug Test

UFC heavyweight Marcos Rogerio de Lima can't get out of his own way. On Thursday, Combat Sports Anti-Doping (CSAD) announced through the UFC that Rogerio de Lima had failed a drug test out of competition on Jan.

by: TMZ

Eli Manning Destroys Caitlin Clark in Pop-A-Shot Competition

Eli Manning ain't just a GOAT killer on the gridiron ... he's apparently one on the hardwood too -- as he just eviscerated Caitlin Clark in a game of mini-hoops. The New York Giants legend -- who famously beat Tom Brady in two Super Bowls -- took on the WNBA superstar in a game of Pop-A-Shot to kick off his most recent episode of "The Eli Manning Show"

by: Thesportstak

Esports World Cup 2025 Chess debut : From Magnus Carlsen to Arjun Erigaisi, know all the players, teams competing, prize money and format

The highly anticipated Esports World Cup 2025 is set to feature competitive chess for the first time, with leading esports teams signing some of the world's top grandmasters.

by: ClutchPoints

HBCUs get $100,000 each from U.S. Tennis Association

Bethune-Cookman University is making a big move in its athletics program, thanks to a $100,000 donation from USTA Florida. This generous contribution, which was presented on Friday, Feb. 28, will help build the Wildcats' first-ever on-campus tennis courts,

by: rnz

Netball NZ says yes to 2-point shot for ANZ Premiership

Netball New Zealand has decided to introduce a two-point shot to this year's ANZ Premiership, following in the footsteps of Australia and the UK.

by: Metro

Europa League odds reveal surprise favourites after last 16 first legs

Tottenham may have lost the first leg of their Europa League last 16 tie at AZ Alkmaar, but they remain favourites to win the competition. Spurs lost 1-0 in Alkmaar, with a Lucas Bergvall the difference between the sides on a frustrating night for manager Ange Postecoglou.

by: PlanetF1

Explained: Why NASCAR is suing two of its own Cup Series teams

NASCAR filed a lawsuit against two of its Cup Series teams. Here's everything you need to know about why, and what to expect.

by: Racer

Record entry for this weekend's Historic Sebring Classic 12 Hour

A robust and record list of over 260 entries have been received by Historic Sportscar Racing for this weekend's season-opening HSR Sebring Classic 12 Hour presented by Mission Foods and the

by: ClutchPoints

NFL rumors: 49ers will face 'frenzy' of Joey Bosa competition

Earlier this week, the Los Angeles Chargers released star pass rusher Joey Bosa, which immediately made him a free agent. One of the first teams that fans linked to the star was the San Francisco 49ers,

by: Yardbarker

Manchester City may face competition to sign a Newcastle midfielder but another player looms as an alternative

With Manchester City having signed Nico from FC Porto during the January transfer window City's midfield rebuild has begun. Nico has shown what he will add to City's midfield since arriving at the club.

by: 247Sports

Every college football preseason top 25 team's most important game

If your favorite team plans to be in the thick of the expanded College Football Playoff race this season, there's always a singular most important game on the schedule that goes a long way in determining their respective fate.

by: Yardbarker

The Colts Need to Be Careful With A Quarterback Competition

News has been swirling around the Indianapolis Colts regarding the quarterback competition with Anthony Richardson for the starting quarterback spot. The quarterback market is big this offseason and the Colts will look to take advantage.
  • Fri, March 7, 2025

by: K105

Outstanding GCHS DECA region, state showing has 12 students advancing to national competition

Several members of Grayson County High School DECA are advancing to national competition after a strong finish at the organization's state conference. Twelve students qualified to compete at the

by: NKyTribune

Prep Sports Report: Championship game will close out 50th anniversary of 9th Region girls basketball tournament

By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Fifty years ago, Jenny Niehaus Mertle was a senior guard on the Holy Cross High School girls basketball team that played in the first 9th Region tournament following federal Title IX gender equity legislation.

by: Thesportstak

How much prize money will the winner and runner-up of IND vs NZ Champions Trophy Final will get?

The International Cricket Council (ICC) revealed a prize pool of $6.9 million (about Rs. 60.06 crore) for the 2025 Champions Trophy.

by: MSN

Jose Riveiro presents case amid intense Orlando Pirates schedule

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has noted the value of winning matches to positively influence the players amid a constricted schedule at the business end of the season.

by: Football365

Arsenal 'lead' Sesko transfer 'race' as reporter 'hears' update with 'gentleman's agreement' confirmed

According to reports, Arsenal are facing competition from three Premier League clubs in the race to sign RB Leipzig standout Benjamin Sesko.

by: CarBuzz

Mercedes-AMG's Best BMW M5 Rival Yet Is A Bargain In 2025

Back in 1984, BMW unveiled the M5, the first performance-oriented sports sedan produced on a massive scale that reached worldwide acclaim. Following the M5's release, several other automakers were quick to jump on the sports sedan train,

by: CNET

I've Used 5G Home Internet for Years. It's Closing the Cable Gap and Getting Better

After trying several providers, I can safely say 5G has provided some real and capable home broadband competition.

by: ESPN

How NWSL, its players plan to thrive without college drafts

The NWSL has broken out of the American mold and gotten rid of all drafts -- no college draft, no expansion draft, nothing. How will that work?

by: BBC

Premier League news conferences and team news - Ake out for 10-11 weeks

All the latest football news and Premier League news conferences as Arne Slot, Ange Postecoglou, Mikel Arteta, Pep Guardiola and others speak to the media before the weekend's action.

by: Fijivillage

Rewa House leads QVS inter-house competition

The battle for supremacy is heating up at the Queen Victoria School (QVS) inter-house competition, with Rewa House taking an early lead in the medal t

by: GiveMeSport

9 Best Fantasy FC Cards in EA Sports FC 25 (Ranked)

Including Marcus Rashford and Heung-min Son, we have revealed the nine best Fantasy FC cards in EA Sports FC 25 Ultimate Team.

by: FanSided

How to watch the Opening Ceremony for the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games

The Special Olympics World Winter Games kick off this weekend in Turin, Italy and the Opening Ceremony is going to be a can't-miss event.

by: EssentiallySports

"The American League Stinks": Yankees' Low Quality Covered Up by Lack of Competition Claims New York Radio Hosts

The New York Yankees are no strangers to criticism, but this time, the debate hits differently. The post "The American League Stinks": Yankees' Low Quality Covered Up by Lack of Competition Claims New York Radio Hosts appeared first on EssentiallySports.

by: TEAMtalk

Former Arsenal star predicts Liverpool title wobble and Champions League disaster

Sagna still has some confidence that his old side Arsenal can mount a miracle Prem comeback, especially after watching how Liverpool performed in beating at PSG in midweek

by: On3

SEC fines Ole Miss $500,000 for court-storming vs. No. 4 Tennessee

Ole Miss pulled a top-five upset at home over No. 4 Tennessee on Wednesday. Because of their celebration of that, the Rebels will now be paying the price again according to the Southeastern Conference.

by: ProPakistani

Bazaar Technologies Authorized to Acquire Wemsol: CCP

The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has granted approval to Bazaar Technologies (Private) Limited for the acquisition of 100% shareholding in

by: Forbes

Does The World Need A New Women's Cricket Tournament?

By fostering strategic investment, championing gender parity, and ensuring sustained infrastructure development, women's cricket is poised for an extraordinary future. .

by: Heavy

Chiefs Make Move to Re-Sign 24-Year-Old Starter Before Free Agency: Report

Per a football insider, the Kansas City Chiefs have offered a contract tender to a 24-year-old starter ahead of 2025 NFL free agency.

by: LoveRugbyLeague

Timeline for NRL purchase of Super League revealed as competition dubbed 'in the toilet'

The NRL will own Super League before the end of this season, one of Australia's leading journalists has predicted - with the English game being described as 'in the toilet'. Senior figures from the Australian game are stepping up their intention to take a controlling stake in Super League,

by: FanSided

The longest NCAA Tournament appearance streaks in history

Madness on a consistent basis is very hard. Which college basketball programs have the longest streaks of March Madness appearances of all time?

by: Reuters

Leverkusen must move on from Bayern loss, says Alonso

Bayer Leverkusen's players must be professional and quickly move on from their chastening 3-0 Champions League defeat to Bayern Munich, manager Xabi Alonso said on Friday ahead of a Bundesliga clash with Werder Bremen.

by: Football365

Ferdinand names the four sides who would beat Arsenal in the Champions League

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand insists that four teams still in the Champions League would knock out Arsenal before the end of the competition.

by: ESPN

Kyrgios retires with injury at Indian Wells, unsure what's next

Nick Kyrgios was forced to retire from his match at Indian Wells on Thursday due to a wrist injury and said afterward that he wasn't sure what was next for him.

by: EssentiallySports

Danica Patrick Ironically Fights the Battle for Equality in Sports as She Concedes to the Reality

Danica Patrick doesn't shy away from making herself heard. The post Danica Patrick Ironically Fights the Battle for Equality in Sports as She Concedes to the Reality appeared first on EssentiallySports.

by: Reuters

Soccer-Competition key as WSL seeks to grow amid relegation pause reports

Reports that relegation from England's Women's Super League is set to be paused have sparked positivity and scepticism from players, coaches and agents as clubs and governing bodies try to harness rapid growth and plot a path to a sustainable future.

by: Reuters

Competition key as WSL seeks to grow amid relegation pause reports

Reports that relegation from England's Women's Super League is set to be paused have sparked positivity and scepticism from players, coaches and agents as clubs and governing bodies try to harness rapid growth and plot a path to a sustainable future.

NZ's key role in global breakthrough for women's sport

In a huge leap for female athletes, NZ is a driving force in a new global alliance to boost women's health and performance
The article from Newsroom discusses New Zealand's significant contribution to a global initiative aimed at advancing women's sports. It highlights how New Zealand, through its sports organizations and government support, has played a pivotal role in a breakthrough agreement to enhance gender equality in sports. This includes increased funding, better media coverage, and improved facilities for women's sports. The initiative involves multiple countries and focuses on creating a more equitable environment for female athletes, with New Zealand's efforts being recognized as a model for others to follow. The article also touches on specific programs and policies implemented in New Zealand that have led to this international recognition, emphasizing the country's commitment to fostering inclusivity and excellence in women's sports.

Read the Full Newsroom Article at:
https://newsroom.co.nz/2025/03/07/nzs-key-role-in-global-breakthrough-for-womens-sport/

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