Women's flag football has basketball players trading sneakers for cleats

A year ago, point guard O’Mariah Gordon was leading Florida State into the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

Georgia Southern's Hana Haden hired as Memphis women's basketball coach

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) – Memphis has hired Hana Haden from Georgia Southern as the 14th women’s basketball coach in program history.

Tamika Catchings embraces a new WNBA spotlight as USA Network commentator

Tamika Catchings never wanted to get into broadcasting when she retired from the WNBA a decade ago. She had other aspirations in her post-playing career.

LSU fires men's basketball coach Matt McMahon

LSU has fired fourth-year coach Matt McMahon and has reached an agreement to rehire former Tigers coach Will Wade from N.C. State.

Yu Darvish went on restricted list to rehab from surgery at his own pace

SAN DIEGO (AP) – Yu Darvish is beginning the season on the San Diego Padres ‘ restricted list because the veteran right-hander wants to proceed deliberately in his recovery from elbow surgery while he contemplates his future, general manager A.J. Preller said.

Braves are relying on veteran Chris Sale to provide stability

ATLANTA (AP) – The Atlanta Braves are leaning on Chris Sale to provide much-needed stability for a rotation that has been decimated by injuries this spring.

Rams receiver Puka Nacua sued for allegedly making antisemitic remark

LOS ANGELES (AP) – Star Los Angeles Rams receiver Puka Nacua has been sued for assault and battery by a woman who says he made an antisemitic statement and bit her on the shoulder on New Year’s Eve.

Brewers' Jackson Chourio is opening the season on the injured list

MILWAUKEE (AP) – The Milwaukee Brewers are opening their NL Central title defense without outfielder Jackson Chourio after he fractured his left hand during the preseason.

Monaco gets a boost as Paul Pogba shows signs he is ready to play again

MONACO (AP) – Monaco’s bid for a Champions League spot next season could be boosted by the return of midfielder Paul Pogba.