DC Rides Historic Performance in Return to Audi Field, Wins Second Straight Game

WASHINGTON, DC - The Defenders did not disappoint in their return to Audi Field. A historic first half powered DC to a massive victory as they once again put up big scoring numbers and improved to 2-1. In fact, the 38-point win marks the largest margin of victory in UFL history. The biggest storyline entering the game revolved around Houston's quarterback room. With both Hunter Dekkers and Nolan Henderson unavailable due to injury, head coach Kevin Sumlin turned to Taulia Tagovailoa to lead t... Full Story

Duno Blasts Long Home Run in Dragons Shutout Win on Saturday

Dayton, Ohio - Dayton pitchers Beau Blanchard and Jimmy Romano combined on a four-hit shutout and Alfredo Duno hit his first High-A home run as the Dragons defeated the Lake County Captains 5-0 on Saturday afternoon. The Dragons have won three straight games in the series after Lake County won the first two contests. A crowd of 7,739 was in attendance at Day Air Ballpark in the heart of the Water Street District. Game Recap: The Dragons jumped out to an early lead, scoring runs in each of the first two innings without a ball leaving the infield. In the first inning, Kien Vu was hit by... Full Story

Bisons Shut out Syracuse 5-0 on Saturday Afternoon

BUFFALO, NY - The Buffalo Bisons used early offense and a successful pitch challenge to defeat the Syracuse Mets 5-0 on Saturday afternoon at Sahlen Field. It was the second shutout victory of the week for Buffalo, as well as the series clinching victory. Josh Kasevich put Buffalo on the scoreboard early with a solo home run in the bottom of the first inning. The infielder's first home run of the season gave the team a 1-0 lead over Syracuse. It would be one of two extra-base hits for Kasevich in his first two at-bats. Kasevich collected his second RBI of the game with an RBI double in the ... Full Story

Two-Time Defensive Player of the Year and Ten-Time WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner Signs with the Connecticut Sun

Uncasville, CT - Today, the Connecticut Sun announced that the organization has signed Brittney Griner to a one-year deal. Per team policy, no details were released. "We are beyond thrilled to welcome BG to our team," remarked Connecticut Sun General Manager, Morgan Tuck. "Brittney is and has been one of the most impactful players in our game throughout her legendary career. Her presence will help elevate our organization and team on the floor, with our fans, and in our community. What excites us the most is not just her on-court talent, but who she is as a person. Her leadership, resilienc... Full Story

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• Indiana Fever Bolster Roster with Addition of Forward Monique Billings - Indiana Fever (WNBA)
• Nashville's New Home Team: UPSHOT Nashville Launch Signals a Generational Shift in Women's Sports - Nashville (UPSHOT)
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• Frost try to close gap on PWHL leaders by beating New York Sirens - PWHL St. Paul Pioneer Press
• Atlanta Dream re-sign Allisha Gray, Rhyne Howard before start of season - WNBA Atlanta Journal-Constitution
• Franklin Arias, Nate Baez lift Sea Dogs past Fisher Cats - EL Portland Press Herald
• Portland Fire sign top expansion draft pick Carleton, free agent Samuelson - WNBA KPTV
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• FredNats improve to 5-1 on season with 8-3 win v. Hill City - CarL Fredericksburg Free Lance Star
• Kenji Mboma Dem rallies short-handed Cincinnati to 1-1 draw with Toronto - MLS WCPO
• Liberty re-sign Jonquel Jones, make free-agent splash with Satou Sabally - WNBA New York Daily News
• World Cup trophy visit brings 2026 into focus for Real Salt Lake - MLS KSL
• Bison find spark with franchise-best scoring outburst in must-win stretch - ECHL Bloomington Pantagraph
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• Last Week around the Leagues by Fran Stuchbury
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Nick Torres at bat for the Somerset Patriots

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. Inter Toronto FC - Canadian Premier League (CPL)
6. Indiana Fever - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
7. Seattle Torrent - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)
8. Topeka Scarecrows - Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL)
9. Vancouver Goldeneyes - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)
10. Stockton Kings - NBA G League (G League)

1. Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report
2. Match Preview: Nashville SC vs. Club América
3. Last Week around the Leagues
4. New York Steals 2-1 Shootout Win over Seattle in Front of Record-Setting crowd at Madison Square Garden
5. PWHL Breaks U.S. Women's Hockey Attendance Record at Madison Square Garden
6. Torrent Play in Front of Record-Setting Crowd at Madison Square Garden in Shootout Loss to New York
7. LAFC Faces Cruz Azul in First Match of Concacaf Champions Cup Quarterfinal Series at BMO Stadium on Tuesday
8. PWHL Weekly Notebook
9. PWHL Set for Historic Night at Madison Square Garden as Momentum Continues to Surge Across the League
10. Carla MacLeod to Step Away, Irwrin Assumes Reins

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

• Nashville - UPSHOT League (UPSHOT)
• Lehigh Valley - Major Arena Soccer League (MASL)
• Oklahoma City - United Football League (UFL)
• Houston Comets - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
• Mid-South Pro Hockey - Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL)
• Hamilton - American Hockey League (AHL)
• RedPocket Mobiles - Pioneer League (PL)
• Texas Volts - Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL)
• Utah Talons - Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL)
• Oklahoma City Spark - Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL)

OurSports Central provides coverage of select alternative and minor league professional sports leagues in addition to the top junior hockey leagues and college wood bat baseball leagues:

BASEBALL
Affiliated Minor League Baseball
AzCL, AzFL, CalL, CarL, EL, FLCL, FSL, IL, ML, MLBDL, MWL, NWL, PCL, SAL, SL, TL
College Wood Bat Baseball
ApL, Northwoods
Independent Minor League Baseball
AA, AtL, FL, Pecos, PL, WPBL

BASKETBALL
Men's Minor League Basketball
BIG3, CEBL, G League
Women's Basketball
UPSHOT, WNBA

FOOTBALL
Indoor/Arena Football
AF1, IFL, NAL, TAL
Outdoor Football
CFL, UFL

HOCKEY
Junior Hockey
NAHL, OHL, QMJHL, USHL, WHL
Minor League Hockey
AHL, ECHL, FPHL, SPHL
Women's Hockey
PWHL

LACROSSE
Indoor Lacrosse
NLL
Outdoor Lacrosse
PLL, WLL

OTHER
Other Sports
MLR
Other Women's
AUSL, LOVB, MLV, NWLS

SOCCER
Indoor Soccer
MASL
Outdoor Soccer
CPL, MLS, MLS NEXT Pro, USL, USL Premier, USL1
Women's Soccer
GSL, NSL, NWSL