People say, “Don’t be sad it’s over, be happy it happened.” For me, that “it” is Wimbledon. This year’s tournament brought literal champagne cork-stopping moments (to Jannik Sinner’s chagrin), and, of course, an unforgettable rivalry. Luckily for me, there are plenty of other sports updates to fill the void. Sure, you heard about the National League’s MLB All-Star Game historic win, but did you see Jordan Chiles in the Celebrity Softball Game? Also, it’s not often that NFL fashion stops me in my tracks, but shoutout to this team’s Creamsicle uniforms. Now, as we wait for the best moments from Wednesday night’s ESPYs — aka the Oscars of sports — let’s get to the highlights…
— Maria Corpus / Editor / Madison, WI
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WNBA Stars Take Their Shot — Off the Court
What's going on: You’ve heard of the phrase “game recognizes game.” That’s exactly what Indiana Fever star Aliyah Boston is putting into practice. This week, she became the newest investor in Boston Legacy FC, a NWSL club set to debut next year. But the WNBA All-Star isn’t alone in her backing of women’s sports leagues. Angel Reese, Sabrina Ionescu, and Sue Bird have all invested in professional leagues in recent years. Even Boston’s teammate Caitlin Clark wants in — she backed a bid (though it lost for now) to bring a women’s soccer team to Cincinnati.
Our take: This isn’t just a trend — it’s a power shift and smart business (hello, $240 million media-rights deal). For many like Boston, who was raised in Massachusetts, it’s also deeply personal. She’s investing in the kind of team she didn’t have growing up — and helping build what comes next: better facilities, stronger contracts, and role models. Boston Legacy FC put it this way: “Aliyah’s investment in our club demonstrates the strength of women’s sports as our two leagues — the WNBA and NWSL — continue to grow and expand.”
