Why US sports leagues will never adopt promotion and relegation

Why U.S. leagues like the NFL and NBA stay closed systems, while promotion and relegation defines soccer around the world.

America 250: Greatest sports moments in US history

The 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence is a little over a month away. Since that hot summer ...

How well do you know US sports history? Test your knowledge

Think you know your U.S. sports history? From iconic moments to record-breaking feats, test your knowledge of the games, athletes and events that made headlines.

Jesse Owens to Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone: These US track stars are the best of all time

Who are the best track and field athletes in United States history? USA TODAY Sports list the top 20.
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Why the U.S. Needs a Better Strategy for Sports Diplomacy

U.S. President Donald Trump draws out the card of United States during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on Dec. 5, 2025 in Washington, DC. Friday ...

U.S. Senate committee makes new trans athlete allegations against USA Hockey

The Senate Commerce Committee accuses USA Hockey of facilitating competitions where trans athletes compete against female ...
The New York Times

How U.S. sports tickets got so expensive – and why it shocks the rest of the world

MetLife Stadium, shown here during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final, will host the 2026 World Cup final next summer Al Bello / Getty Images The protests erupted over “unacceptable” £77 tickets. In ...

U.S. Senate to examine sports gambling’s ‘mental health crisis’

Legalized sports betting has swept through states across the U.S., reshaping fans’ and athletes’ relationship to their ...