How BYU and its big-money boosters are going all-in on men’s basketball

Myron MedcalfFeb 5, 2025, 01:00 PM ET Close Covers college basketball Joined ESPN.com in 2011 Graduate of Minnesota State University, Mankato PROVO, Utah — The Strap Tank Brewery looks like a postcard from a scenic ski resort, the type of place where you can eat half-pound bison burgers while surrounded by vintage planes and motorcycles, … Read more

NCAA Men’s Basketball Power Rankings: Auburn, Tennessee stay top

The marquee MTEs and tournaments of November have long passed, the conference challenges and neutral-site nonconference showdowns of the past few weeks are in the rearview mirror — and it’s almost time to turn the page to the rhythm of full-blown conference play. But not quite yet. The last week of December is always a … Read more

Ben Stokes injury: England men’s Test captain out for at least three months with torn hamstring | Cricket News

Ben Stokes has been ruled out of all cricket for at least three months due to a torn left hamstring. The injury occurred while bowling on day three of the third Test in England’s recent 2-1 series victory over New Zealand. The 33-year-old will undergo surgery in January, just months after he was sidelined by … Read more

2034 World Cup: Saudi Arabia wins right to host men’s tournament with 2030 World Cup to be held in three continents | Football News

FIFA has confirmed the 2034 World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia, while the 2030 World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco with the opening three matches in South America. Both bids were uncontested and were ratified at an online FIFA Congress on Wednesday, with the English and Welsh Football Associations … Read more