Day: August 13, 2026

WNBA Task Force Discusses Transgender Athlete Eligibility, Reaches No Decision

Brandon King

The WNBA’s task force of team presidents and general managers met Wednesday to discuss transgender athlete participation but did not adopt any new eligibility rules, leaving the league’s current policy unchanged. Following the meeting, the league released a statement emphasizing that the discussions extended beyond eligibility and also addressed the growing level of online abuse directed at WNBA players. “Today’s meeting covered a wide range of topics, including ongoing discussions on transgender athletes and the continued hate and vitriol directed at players online. We will continue to engage all league…

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AWS NBA Rivals Week: Breaking Down All 12 Matchups

Brandon King

The NBA is leaning heavily into star power, playoff history and emerging rivalries for AWS NBA Rivals Week, with 12 nationally televised games spread across five days from Jan. 26-30. From Texas bragging rights to heavyweight Western Conference clashes and a Saturday quadruple-header, here’s a closer look at the matchups that will headline the week. Tuesday, January 26 Rockets vs. Spurs — 8 p.m. ET Rivals Week opens with a battle for Texas between the Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs. The matchup carries plenty of intrigue as two young…

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Norfolk State Battles to the Wire in San Juan Shootout Opener

Brandon King

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Norfolk State opened its 2026 international tour Wednesday night with a hard-fought 79-77 loss to the LBP Blue All-Stars in the first game of the San Juan Summer Shootout. The Spartans entered the matchup looking to gain valuable early-season experience against international competition, and the opener delivered exactly the type of test head coach Robert Jones and his staff were hoping for. Norfolk State trailed 37-36 at halftime before the game turned into a back-and-forth battle over the final 20 minutes. The Spartans continued to…

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Official Images: Nike Caitlin 1 “Blue” Arrive Ahead of October Release

Brandon King

The official images of the Nike Caitlin 1 “Blue” have surfaced, offering the best look yet at another colorway of Caitlin Clark’s debut signature sneaker. Dressed in a vibrant blue finish, the model keeps its clean, streamlined aesthetic while showcasing the performance-focused design that has defined Clark’s first signature line. The shoe features Nike’s new Opticast upper construction, engineered to provide lightweight support, breathability, and lockdown for players who rely on quick changes of direction and explosive movement. This particular release will be available in full family sizing, including men’s,…

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SLAM x Nike Basketball Fall 2026 Collection Unveiled: A First Look at the GT Cut 4, Ja 4, Sabrina 4 and Zoom Hyperflight

Brandon King

Nike Basketball and SLAM Magazine are once again joining forces, unveiling one of the most compelling basketball footwear collaborations of the year. The SLAM x Nike Basketball Collection is set to arrive in Fall 2026, bringing together four distinct silhouettes that celebrate the culture of basketball through the lens of one of the sport’s most influential publications. The capsule features the Nike GT Cut 4, Nike Ja 4, Nike Sabrina 4, and the returning Nike Zoom Hyperflight, each dressed in unique colorways and graphics inspired by SLAM Magazine’s unmistakable editorial…

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EXCLUSIVE: Nike’s NCAA Air Force 1 Collection Brings School Pride to an Iconic Silhouette

Brandon King

Nike is set to celebrate four of its premier collegiate partners with an exclusive NCAA-themed Air Force 1 collection, scheduled to release on October 15, 2026. According to information obtained by Sneaker Shop Talk, the collection will feature monochromatic editions of the iconic Air Force 1 inspired by the University of Oregon, University of Kentucky, University of Texas, and University of Georgia. Each pair will retail for $125 USD in men’s sizing. University of Oregon Leads the Collection Oregon—the university most closely tied to Nike’s heritage through co-founder Phil Knight—will…

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