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Spark Bats on Fire in 13-5 Opening Day Victory

AUSL Oklahoma City Spark June 9, 2026 - The welcome mat to the Athletes Unlimited Softball League was more than welcoming for the Oklahoma City Spark. Joining AUSL as one of two expansion teams, the Spark looked more like a bonfire in a 13-5 victory over the Texas Volts on Opening Day of the 2026 AUSL season at Tom Heath Field in Edmond, Oklahoma. The game ended by run rule in the bottom of the sixth inning. The Spark had operated as a pro team before joining AUSL for this season. "It's incredible, it's special," said Spark Head Coach Amber Flores. "To se... Full Story
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Maya Brady Hits Opening Day Grand Slam for Spark

AUSL Oklahoma City Spark June 9, 2026 - Maya Brady wasted no time delivering a big hit for the Oklahoma City Spark on Opening Day of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL). Brady stepped up to the plate for her second at-bat of the game in the bottom of the 2nd inning with the bases loaded and drove a riseball from Texas Volts pitcher Rachel Garcia to center field for the Spark's first hit of the season. The grand slam put the Spark up 5-0. One batter later, Sydney Romero followed with a home run of her own to extend the lead to 6-0.... Full Story
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MLR Named Presenting Sponsor of 2026 USRF Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

MLR June 9, 2026 - DALLAS - Major League Rugby (MLR), North America's highest rugby competition, and the United States Rugby Foundation (USRF) announced today that MLR will continue as the presenting sponsor of the 2026 USRF Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The 2026 ceremony marks the fourth straight year that MLR has been its presenting sponsor as the league continues its grassroots initiatives to grow the sport across the U.S. This year's event will be held on Aug. 14 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., bringing together all parts of the rugby comm... Full Story
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Mlv Champions Dallas Pulse Sign Thai National Team Standout Ajcharaporn "Pure" Kongyot for 2027 Season

MLV Dallas Pulse June 9, 2026 - FRISCO, Texas - The Dallas PULSE, reigning Major League Volleyball Champions, have signed Ajcharaporn Kongyot (pronounced Ah-ja-ra-porn Kong-yot, known as "Pure") for the 2027 Major League Volleyball season. Kongyot, a 6-foot outside hitter from Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand, is known for her explosive attacking ability, vertical presence and ball control. "Pure is an outstanding player with experience competing at the highest levels of international volleyball," said Shannon Winzer, head coach for Dallas PULSE. "Pure is ... Full Story
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