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D.C. United Agrees to Appoint René Weiler as Head Coach

MLS D.C. United WASHINGTON, D.C. - D.C. United has agreed to appoint globally experienced Swiss manager René Weiler to become the club's next head coach, pending receipt of a U.S. work permit. Kevin Flanagan will continue in his role as interim head coach until Weiler's arrival. "D.C. United is a club with a proud history and a passionate fanbase," said René Weiler, D.C. United Head Coach. "The foundation on site gives me confidence in what we can build. There's still a lot of work ahead, but I'm f... Full Story

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Former Mudcats Shine in MLB All-Star Game

CarL Carolina Mudcats ZEBULON, N.C. - The Carolina Mudcats were well represented at the 2025 Major League Baseball All-Star Game held on Tuesday night at Truist Park in Atlanta. Six former Mudcats were selected for the Midsummer Classic, which the National League won in a swing-off after the game was tied at six after nine innings. Hard throwing right hander, Aroldis Chapman, spent part of the 2011 season with the Mudcats. Tuesday night, representing the Boston Red Sox, Chapman worked a perfect bottom of the ninth inning to preserve the 6-6 tie. Francisco Lindor saw action in 83 games with Carolina in 2013 an... Full Story

MLS Selects Charlotte FC to Host 2026 MLS All-Star Game

MLS Charlotte FC NEW YORK - Major League Soccer announced today that Charlotte FC will host the 2026 MLS All-Star Game, marking a historic first for the club. The league's 30th All-Star matchup will take place next summer at Bank of America Stadium and will be broadcast globally in over 100 countries and regions on MLS Season Pass through the Apple TV app. "Charlotte has turned into a big-time soccer city, and we are pleased to bring the 2026 MLS All-Star Game to the Queen City," said MLS Commissioner Don Garber. "The city and region keep showing up for the sport -- from packed Charlotte FC crowds to global... Full Story

Southern Maryland Scores Twice in the 10th to Take Series Opener in Charleston

AtL Southern Maryland Blue Crabs The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs took the series opener against the Charleston Dirty Birds with a 4-3 win after 10 innings. After going scoreless through three innings, the Crabs took the lead in the fourth. Zach Racusin led off with a single before Ethan Wilson reached on an error. With runners at the corners and one out, Brett Barrera brought Racusin home with an RBI groundout. Charleston answered back in the bottom of the frame when Alsander Womack smacked a solo blast. The Dirty Birds took a 2-1 lead when Zach Daniels hit a solo home run, but the Crabs clawed back in the seventh. ... Full Story

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  2. B.C. Lions - Canadian Football League (CFL)
  3. Tampa Bay Rowdies - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
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  5. Seattle - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)
  6. Richmond - Northwoods League (Northwoods)
  7. Vancouver - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)
  8. Topeka Scarecrows - Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL)
  9. Cleveland - Women's Premier Soccer League Pro (WPSL Pro)
  10. New Mexico - ECHL (ECHL)



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CFL, UFL

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AHL, ECHL, FPHL, SPHL
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PWHL

LACROSSE
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NLL
Outdoor Lacrosse
PLL, WLL

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MLR
Other Women's
LOVB, MLV, NWLS, PVF

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