WTT Confirms Brandon Nakashima, Eva Lys and Michael Zheng to Elite Team Rosters

September 17, 2026 - NEW YORK - World Team Tennis (WTT) today revealed the match lineups for its reimagined December season, ahead of tickets going on sale this morning 10am ET at WTT.com. In addition to the recently announced wave of new players including Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe, Victoria Mboko, Leylah Fernandez and more, the league confirmed three additions to its club rosters: Brandon Nakashima and Eva Lys join the Florida Flamingos, and Michael Zheng joins the New York Empire. WTT's new match format features four singles sets - Me... Full Story

Reese Atwood and Ana Gold Set to Compete in MLBx Durham

September 17, 2026 - Two Carolina Blaze athletes will compete in a unique home run derby format this weekend. Infielder Ana Gold and catcher Reese Atwood will showcase their long-ball skills at MLBx Durham at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. MLBx is a unique home run derby with four teams of three athletes: Athletes Unlimited Softball League stars, former big leaguers, and college baseball players. Teams earn points for home runs, defensive catches, and bonus targets, with a five-swing "Hot Streak" that doubles the potential for points. The... Full Story

Taveti Lopeti: Eagles Must Turn Japan Lessons into Canada Response

September 17, 2026 - Will Hooley USA Eagles and Chicago Hounds center Tavite Lopeti reflects on a difficult defeat to Japan, the confidence gained from his MLR season, and the extra motivation of facing familiar foes Canada in the Pacific Nations Cup. There is no bigger encounter in North American rugby than the USA vs. Canada. The USA Eagles have little time to dwell on their heavy defeat to Japan. After five consecutive Test matches unbeaten, the Eagles suffered a 63-14 loss to their Rugby World Cup 2027 pool opponents in Osaka last S... Full Story

North American Showdown at Pacific Nations Cup Finale

September 17, 2026 - The USA Men's Eagles coaching staff have named the starting XV to take on Canada in the 3rd place play off of the 2026 Pacific Nations Cup. The USA Men's Eagles will travel to Tokyo where they turn their attention to North American rivals, Canada this Saturday at Prince Chichibu Memorial Stadium. USA fans can watch the action live on Paramount+ After their opening match against tournament host Japan in Osaka last week, Coach Lawrence's squad have shifted focus forward to this week's challenge. Looking ahead to Canad... Full Story

• WTT Confirms Brandon Nakashima, Eva Lys and Michael Zheng to Elite Team Rosters - (WTT) September 17
• Reese Atwood and Ana Gold Set to Compete in MLBx Durham - Carolina Blaze (AUSL) September 17
• LOVB Austin Establishes Dedicated Local Front Office Ahead of 2026-27 Season - LOVB Austin (LOVB) September 17
• Taveti Lopeti: Eagles Must Turn Japan Lessons into Canada Response - Chicago Hounds (MLR) September 17
• North American Showdown at Pacific Nations Cup Finale - (MLR) September 17
• Summer Spotlight Series: Emma Clothier - Indy Ignite (MLV) September 17
• Omaha Revealed as Host City for 2027 FIVB Women's Volleyball World Cup - Omaha Supernovas (MLV) September 17
• Legion Head Coach Stephen Hoiles to Depart for Super Rugby - California Legion (MLR) September 17
• DC Flight Takes Off: Club Reveals Brand Identity and Names the Anthem Its Home Court - DC Flight (MLV) September 17
• Maya Brady Blasts 3 Homers, Powers Team USA to WBSC World Cup Final 2027 - (AUSL) September 16
• Seattle Seawolves Announce Youth Rugby Camp During Thanksgiving Week - Seattle Seawolves (MLR) September 16
• USA Advances to WBSC World Cup Group Finals: Where to Watch - (AUSL) September 16
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• DC Flight pro volleyball team names The Anthem home court, builds roster for 2027 season - MLV WTOP (September 17)
  
• VIDEO: FULL GAME: Chicago Hounds vs California Legion: 2026 MLR Championship: the Perfect Season - MLR YouTube (September 17)
  
• VIDEO: Anthem RC vs California Legion: Week 10: Full Game - MLR YouTube (September 16)
  
• VIDEO: From New Zealand to U.S. College Rugby - MLR YouTube (September 16)
  
• LOVB Nebraska to open season in San Antonio, Final Four home - LOVB Omaha World-Herald (September 15)
  
• Women's sports leagues have exploded around the nation - MLV Orlando Sentinel (September 12)
  
• VIDEO: He Grew up in NZ. Now He Wants to Play for USA. - MLR YouTube (September 11)
  
• VIDEO: Will Hooley Takes Us Inside the New England Free Jacks' Incoming Draft Class - MLR YouTube (September 11)
  
• VIDEO: The Journey Is Just Getting Started for Logan Ballinger - MLR YouTube (September 10)
  
• VIDEO: IS HE AMERICA's NEXT RUGBY STAR? Meet MLR's #1 Draft Pick Logan Ballinger - MLR YouTube (September 10)
  
• Mboko, Fernandez, Diallo join Toronto North for World Team Tennis relaunch - WTT Toronto Globe and Mail (September 10)
  
• US Open semifinalists Tiafoe and Pegula to be teammates for New York club in World Team Tennis - WTT Mankato Free Press (September 9)
  
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