Fort Lauderdale United FC Announces Coaching Change

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Fort Lauderdale United FC announced today that Tyrone Mears will no longer serve as head coach of the club's women's professional team, effective immediately. Paul Jennison will assume head coaching responsibilities on an interim basis. "We want to thank Tyrone for his passion, dedication and commitment to Fort Lauderdale United FC," said Aly Hassan, General Manager of Fort Lauderdale United FC. "He has invested a great deal in our players and our organization, and ... Full Story

Los Angeles Thunder Unveils Franchise Name & Identity

One of the newest franchises in Major League Volleyball (MLV) has proudly unveiled its official name and logo: Los Angeles Thunder, marking an important milestone as the organization continues building toward its debut in the 2027 MLV season. The unveiling gives the franchise a creative identity to carry forward as the organization moves into its next phase of development. Los Angeles Thunder has brought together an accomplished group of creative talent to build an identity authentic to Southern California, with artistic direction set to be an important pillar of the franchise. The signific... Full Story

Last Week around the Leagues

This past week, the National Women's Soccer League expansion team in Atlanta announced it will be known as Atlanta City FC, the United Football League named the head coaches for the 2027 expansion markets, and the Atlantic League's Gastonia Ghost Peppers ceased operations. Highlights from this week come from the National Women's Soccer League, United Soccer League Championship, Canadian Premier League, United Football League, Canadian Football League, Atlantic League, Women's National Basketball Association, Canadian Elite Basketball League, Professional Women's Hockey League, Western Hocke... Full Story

Cascades FC Signs Former Sporting Kansas City Defender Jonathan Robinson

Cascades FC made one major statement of intent earlier this year by hiring head coach Darren Sawatzky, the all-time wins leader in USL League One, and today makes another by announcing the signing of attacking left back Jonathan Robinson, a 2024 draft pick of two-time Major League Soccer champions Sporting Kansas City who has won titles at both the professional and collegiate levels. The signing is pending league and federation approval. Robinson, a Gurnee, Ill. native, is the first player signing in Cascades FC history, and is a pacy defender who enjoys creating chances while going forward... Full Story

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• Oilers Add Former Hokie Running Back Terion Stewart - Tulsa Oilers (IFL)
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• Atlanta Dream Announces Multi-Year Agreement to Play All Home Games at State Farm Arena - Atlanta Dream (WNBA)
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• Flying Squirrels groundskeeper recognized for field fitness - EL Richmond Times-Dispatch
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Fort Lauderdale United FC Head Coach Tyrone Mears

See All Today's Images The following minor league and alternative professional sports teams on OurSports Central have been viewed the most over the last seven days:

1. Columbia Fireflies - Carolina League (CarL)
2. B.C. Lions - Canadian Football League (CFL)
3. Inter Miami CF - Major League Soccer (MLS)
4. Tampa Bay Rowdies - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
5. Indiana Fever - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
6. Inter Toronto FC - Canadian Premier League (CPL)
7. Stockton Kings - NBA G League (G League)
8. New York Liberty - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
9. Seattle Torrent - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)
10. Vancouver Goldeneyes - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)

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2. Game Preview: Dallas Wings at Golden State Valkyries (WNBA Playoffs Round 1, Game 3)- October 2
3. LA Galaxy Host Cruz Azul in Club Friendly on Sunday, October 4
4. Dream Advances to WNBA Semifinals, Set to Face New York Liberty
5. Seattle Torrent Announce 2026-27 Regular Season Schedule
6. Indiana Fever Force Game Three against Las Vegas Aces
7. Last Week around the Leagues
8. Charlotte FC's Road to the Postseason
9. Sounders FC Hosts Sporting Kansas City on Thursday Night at Lumen Field
10. Red Bulls Fall 3-0 to St Louis CITY SC at Sports Illustrated Stadium

The most recent minor league and alternative professional sports teams added to OurSports Central:

• Utah - United Football League (UFL)
• Rhode Island - United Football League (UFL)
• Colorado - United Football League (UFL)
• Florida Flamingos Racquet Club - World Team Tennis (WTT)
• Toronto North Racquet Club - World Team Tennis (WTT)
• USL Long Island - United Soccer League One (USL1)
• Savannah Leprechauns - Indoor Football League (IFL)
• Minnesota - American Association (AA)
• ATX Bulls - Arena Football One (AF1)
• Orange County Baseball Club - Pioneer League (PL)

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BASEBALL
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BASKETBALL
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UPSHOT, WNBA

FOOTBALL
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Outdoor Football
CFL, UFL

HOCKEY
Junior Hockey
NAHL, OHL, QMJHL, USHL, WHL
Minor League Hockey
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NLL
Outdoor Lacrosse
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SOCCER
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