WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert speaks to the media in Phoenix, Arizona.

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Responds to Online Abuse Targeting Alyssa Thomas

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert addressed online abuse targeting Alyssa Thomas, after she served a suspension for fouling Caitlin Clark.

July 1 - Jessica Toomer
Katie Lampson #28 of NJ/NY Gotham FC looks on during the NWSL match between NJ/NY Gotham FC and Orlando Pride.

Two-Time NWSL Champion Katie Lampson Announces Retirement
LGBTQ+ rights advocates rally outside the US Supreme Court as justices hear arguments in challenges to state bans on transgender athletes in women's sports on January 13, 2026, in Washington, DC. The US Supreme Court on January 13 wades into the hot-button issue of transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports. The conservative-dominated court is to hear challenges to state laws in Idaho and West Virginia banning transgender athletes from female competition. More than two dozen US states have passed laws in recent years barring athletes who were assigned as male at birth from taking part in girls' or women's sports.

Supreme Court Upholds Transgender Student-Athlete Bans in 6-3 Decision
Maya Brady of the Oklahoma City Spark celebrates after hitting a home run during an AUSL softball game between the Oklahoma City Spark and the Texas Volts at Oklahoma Christian University, Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

Pro Softball Booms as AUSL Viewership Surges 181% on ESPN
Serena Williams of the United States leaves the court after losing her match against Maya Joint of Australia on day two at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.

Serena Williams Falls to Maya Joint in Hard-Fought Wimbledon Opener
The New York Liberty pose for a photo after winning the 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup Game against the Las Vegas Aces.

New York Defeats Las Vegas to Win 2nd Commissioner's Cup
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Half Past Noon graphic displaying 2026 WNBA players stats for guard Marina Mabrey ahead of her potential All-Star game appearance.

Predicting the WNBA's 1st-Time All-Stars

Get to know the standout players who appear poised to make their first appearances at 2026 WNBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago.

June 30 - JWS Staff

WNBA

Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull (10) celebrates a made shot in the second half against the Washington Mystics at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Lexie Hull's WNBA Pregame Style Turns Heads Before Fever's Win Over Sparks
Las Vegas Aces guard Jewell Loyd (24) celebrates after scoring against the New York Liberty during the third quarter of a WNBA basketball game at Michelob Ultra Arena ahead of the 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup.

Las Vegas Aces & New York Liberty Battle for In-Season Crown
New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart (30) walks on the court.

Liberty Fall to Valkyries as New York's Skid Hits 4 Losses in 5 Games
Flau'jae Johnson #4 of the Seattle Storm and Angel Reese #5 of the Atlanta Dream look on during the game on June 27, 2026 at Climate Pledge Arena.

ESPN Draws Backlash After Angel Reese, Flau'jae Johnson Handshake Post

WTA

Billie Jean King attends the Washington, DC screening of the documentary film "Give Me The Ball" during the opening night of the DC/DOX Film Festival on June 11, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Tennis Icon Billie Jean King Earns Honorary Oxford Degree

82-year-old tennis icon Billie Jean King received an honorary Oxford degree this week, just weeks after graduating college at Cal State LA.

July 1 - Jessica Toomer

WTA

Naomi Osaka of Japan ahead of her match against Elsa Jacquemot of France during the Ladies' Singles on day one of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London.

Naomi Osaka Stands Out in All-White Kimono-Inspired Wimbledon Dress
Alexandra Eala of the Philippines celebrates following her Ladies' Singles match against Renata Zarazua of Mexico on day two of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London.

Alexandra Eala Beats Renata Zarazua in Straight Sets in 2026 Wimbledon 1st Round
Maja Chwalińska of Poland reacts against Mananchaya Sawangkaew of Thailand during the Ladies' Singles first round match on day one of The Championships Wimbledon 2026.

Maja Chwalińska Suffers Ankle Injury, Loses Wimbledon Opener
Coco Gauff of the United States celebrates winning her match against Tamara Korpatsch of Germany on day one at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.

Coco Gauff Breezes Past Korpatsch to Open 2026 Wimbledon Campaign

NWSL

Portland Thorns FC midfielder Deyna Castellanos (10) dribbles the ball in the second half against Racing Louisville FC.

Soccer Star Deyna Castellanos Leads Venezuela Earthquake Relief From Portland

Portland Thorns and Venezuela soccer star Deyna Castellanos is leading relief efforts after deadly earthquakes hit her home country.

June 30 - Jessica Toomer

NWSL

Sam Kerr of Chelsea Women after the Barclays Women's Super League match between Chelsea FC and Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on May 16, 2026 in London, England.

Australian Star Sam Kerr Returns to the NWSL on Long-Term Gotham FC Deal
Players of NJ/NY Gotham FC lift the trophy after winning the 2026 NWSL Challenge Cup presented by e.l.f. match between NJ/NY Gotham FC and Kansas City Current at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on June 26, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.

Gotham FC Shuts Out Kansas City Current to Win NWSL Challenge Cup
Jaedyn Shaw #2 of NJ/NY Gotham FC celebrates with teammates after scoring the team's first goal during the quarterfinal match between Kansas City Current and NJ/NY Gotham FC as part of the 2025 NWSL Playoffs at CPKC Stadium on November 09, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri ahead of tonight's 2026 NWSL Challenge Cup.

Kansas City Current & Gotham FC Kick Off 2026 NWSL Challenge Cup
Gotham midfielder Rose Lavelle celebrates a goal with her teammates during a 2025 NWSL match.

Gotham FC's Queens Classic on Track to Break NYC Attendance Record

USWNT

Alex Morgan celebrates goal against England in 2019 World Cup match.

Upper Deck Scores USWNT Memorabilia Deal Ahead of Women's World Cup

Upper Deck announced an official USWNT memorabilia collection featuring Alex Morgan and Trinity Rodman ahead of the 2027 Women's World Cup.

June 16 - Jessica Toomer

USWNT

Ludmila of Brazil competes for the ball with Kennedy Wesley of United States during the international friendly match between Brazil and United States at Arena Castelão on June 09, 2026 in Fortaleza, Brazil.

USWNT Grinds Out Chaotic 1-0 Win Over Brazil Amid 8 Red Cards
A detail view of the UEFA Women's European Qualifiers logo is seen a jersey during the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 Qualifier match between Switzerland and Malta at AIL Arena on June 05, 2026 in Lugano, Switzerland.

Road to Brazil: Which Teams Have Qualified for the FIFA Women's World Cup?
The USWNT celebrates Pride by wearing rainbow numbers during an international friendly match between Brazil and United States at Neo Quimica Arena on June 6, 2026 in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

USWNT Braces for Intense Brazil Crowd Ahead of 2nd June Friendly
Players of the United States react after an international friendly match between Brazil and United States at Neo Quimica Arena on June 06, 2026 in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

USWNT Falls to Brazil 2-1 in Physical São Paulo Friendly