Simone Biles and a USWNT Snub
Violating the spirit?
After a historic run as Chelsea’s manager, Emma Hayes is now officially the USWNT’s head coach. And she’s already shaking things up with her first team roster. One notable snub: Lynn Williams (ICYMI, she broke the NWSL’s all-time goal-scoring record last weekend).
Caitlin Clark Signs First New Signature Collection Deal with Wilson Since Michael Jordan (For the Win)
Caitlin Clark is creating a signature basketball collection with Wilson. According to Boardroom, she’s the first player to do it since Michael Jordan — nbd. And the collector’s edition series looks 🔥.
Angel Reese Adds USL Team Owner to Growing Résumé (Just Women’s Sports)
The Sky rookie is getting into a whole new ballgame as part-owner of Washington DC's newest professional women's soccer team, DC Power Football Club. The club is part of the newly formed USL Super League, which kicks off its inaugural season in August.
WNBA Investigating Aces Players' $100K Sponsorships with Las Vegas Tourism Authority (Bleacher Report)
The big question: Does the sponsorship deal “violate the spirit” of the league’s salary cap rules? Since WNBA salaries have been making headlines lately, it’s probably not shocking to learn that the deal would exceed six of the Aces players’ annual salaries, according to Spotrac.
Simone Biles Somehow Looks Even Better (Defector)
Over the weekend, the decorated gymnast competed in her first competition of 2024 and dominated, taking home the all-around title. She wowed the crowd by performing her signature moves annnd by incorporating a beloved Taylor Swift song into her floor routine.
The Guardian’s Guide to the Women to Watch at the French Open (The Guardian)
Players will hit the clay again when the French Open starts this Sunday. Iga Swiatek won the title last year and is looking to match a season winning streak set by Serena Williams in 2013. Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff are among the players to watch in this tournament, too.
Fast Break…
A few quick moments of joy.