Afghanistan women's soccer team players pose for a group picture ahead of the FIFA Unites Women's Series 2025 match between Afghan Women United and Chad at the Municipal Stadium in Berrechid on October 26, 2025.

FIFA Green Lights Afghanistan Women's Soccer Team's Return to Competition

FIFA approved a rule change allowing the Afghanistan women’s soccer team to officially return to international competition.

May 4 - Abigail Moeckler

Hailey Van Lith #2 of the Chicago Sky looks on against the Washington Mystics during a WNBA Commissioner Cup game at Wintrust Arena on June 17, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.

Hailey Van Lith Waived by Chicago Sky Due to 'Style of Play Preference'

San Diego Wave FC defender Kennedy Wesley (2) and Bay FC forward Karlie Lema (5) compete for the ball during a NWSL match between Bay FC and San Diego Wave FC on May 3, 2026 at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, CA.

No. 10 Bay FC Upsets No. 3 San Diego Wave at Snapdragon Stadium

Nelly Korda of the United States poses for photos with the trophy during the trophy ceremony after winning the Mexico Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba 2026 at El Camaleon at Mayakoba on May 03, 2026 in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

Nelly Korda Wins Again, Tops 2026 LPGA Mayakoba Leaderboard

Gabbie Hughes #17 of the Ottawa Charge celebrates her goal with a26 and Peyton Hemp #29 of the Ottawa Charge during game 2 of the 2026 Walter Cup PWHL Playoffs between Ottawa Charge and Boston Fleet on May 2, 2026, at Tsongas Center in Lowell, MA ahead of PWHL expansion.

PWHL Playoffs Kick Off as League Outlines 2026 Expansion Process

Barcelona & OL Lyonnes Book Champions League Final After UWCL Semifinal Wins

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Texas Tech Softball Star NiJaree Canady Balances NIL Success with WCWS Goals

WNBA

Marta Suarez # of the Golden State Valkyries warms up before the game against the Seattle Storm during a 2026 preseason game on April 25, 2026 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California before WNBA roster cuts.

Marta Suarez Waived by Golden State as WNBA Roster Cuts Heat Up

Waived Golden State rookie Marta Suarez headlines the latest WNBA roster cuts, as teams evaluate their lineups ahead of 2026 season tipoff.

May 4 - Claire Watkins

WNBA

Sakima Walker #35 of the Minnesota Lynx drives to the basket during the game against the Washington Mystics on April 25, 2026 at Entertainment and Sports Arena in Washington, D.C.

Minnesota Lynx Waive Sakima Walker as 2026 WNBA Roster Cuts Continue

Sportico graphic depicting players from the Top 5 most 2026 WNBA team valuations against a purple backdrop.

Golden State Tops 2026 WNBA Valuations at $850M After Record Debut Season

Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever shoots a free throw during the game against the Dallas Wings during a 2026 preseason game on April 30, 2026 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Fever Star Caitlin Clark Escapes Injury After Early WNBA Preseason Game Exit

Cameron Brink #22 of the Los Angeles Sparks looks on during the second half of a pre-season game against the Nigerian National Women's Team at Viejas Arena at San Diego State University on April 25, 2026 in San Diego, California.

Cameron Brink Returns as LA Sparks Prepare for 2026 WNBA Preseason Finale

NWSL

Utah Royals Climb NWSL Standings with Record 4th Straight Win

The Utah Royals set a new club record with Saturday's NWSL victory over Angel City, racking up four straight wins as ACFC hits a skid.

May 4 - Claire Watkins

NWSL

Washington Spirit Makes History in 4th Straight NWSL Victory

Esther Gonzalez #9 of Gotham FC celebrates with teammates scoring team's third goal during the NWSL match between NJ/NY Gotham FC and Bay FC at Sports Illustrated Stadium on April 25, 2026 in Harrison, New Jersey before the Gotham vs. Louisville NWSL game.

Gotham Hosts Louisville as Defending NWSL Champions Climb the Table

Sophia Wilson #9 of Portland Thorns FC celebrates after scoring the team's second goal during the NWSL match between Portland Thorns FC and San Diego Wave FC at Providence Park on April 29, 2026 in Portland, Oregon.

Portland Thorns Beat San Diego Wave to Top the NWSL Standings

An announced crowd of 10,127 watch the second half of a match between Chicago Stars FC and the Orlando Pride at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium ahead of the vote on the NWSL schedule calendar change.

NWSL Sticks to Summer Calendar After Tabled Board of Governors Vote

USWNT

Luany #19 of Brazil strikes the ball while defended by Emily Sonnett #14 of the United States during an international friendly game between Brazil and USWNT at PayPal Park on April 8, 2025 in San Jose, California.

USWNT to Face Brazil in São Paulo, Fortaleza in June 2026 Friendlies

The USWNT will take on Brazil in a pair of June friendlies, as the US gears up to visit 2027 World Cup host cities São Paulo and Fortaleza.

April 24 - Claire Watkins

USWNT

Trinity Rodman #2 and Naomi Girma #4 of United States celebrate following the team's victory in the international friendly match between United States and Japan at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on April 17, 2026 in Commerce City, Colorado.

USWNT to Face El Salvador in 2027 Women's World Cup Qualifier

USWNT player Naomi Girma #4 of United States celebrates with teammates after scoring the team's first goal during the international friendly match between United States and Japan at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on April 17, 2026 in Commerce City, Colorado.

USWNT Shuts Out Japan 3-0 to Clinch 2-1 Friendly Series Victory

USWNT vs Japan star Claire Hutton #15 of United States reacts in the tunnel prior to the International Friendly match between United States and Japan at Lumen Field on April 14, 2026 in Seattle, Washington.

USWNT vs Japan Friendly Series Comes Down to High-Stakes Rubber Match

USWNT vs Japan player Lindsey Heaps #10 of United States reacts during the International Friendly match between United States and Japan at Lumen Field on April 14, 2026 in Seattle, Washington.

Japan Snaps USWNT's 10-Game Winning Streak 1-0 Behind Young U.S. Lineup

NCAA

Florida Standout Me'Arah O'Neal Transfers to Kentucky via NCAA Transfer Portal

Kentucky landed ex-Florida star Me'Arah O'Neal via the NCAA transfer portal this week, as her father, NBA legend Shaquille, comments on the move.

April 29 - JWS Staff

NCAA

2026 NCAA Finalists South Carolina, UCLA Land Top Women's Basketball Recruits

AP Coach of the Year, Shea Ralph of the Vanderbilt Commodores speaks during a press conference ahead of the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament Final Four at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 02, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona.

Vanderbilt Women's Basketball Locks in Shea Ralph with Contract Extension

Chloe Spreen #2 of the Alabama Crimson Tide puts up a second half shot against the Columbus State Cougars at Coleman Coliseum on October 30, 2024 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Top Indiana Recruit Chloe Spreen Transfers to Illinois State for 2026/26 NCAA Season

Oklahoma State NCAA transfer portal pickup Audi Crooks poses with a silver and orange OSU basketball against an orange backdrop.

Crooks, McGill Headline NCAA Transfer Portal News as 2026 Window Closes