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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ 400% Raise Highlights Stark Pay Gap for Female Athletes In a significant and long-overdue move, the iconic Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders recently received a 400% pay raise, a moment of celebration that simultaneously casts a glaring light on the broader issue of gender-based pay disparity in sports. While the cheerleaders’ raise has been praised across the board as a necessary and deserved recognition of their labor, talent, and commitment, it also forces a conversation about the financial inequalities that still persist for women in athletics more broadly. The raise, which increases their game-day pay from approximately…

A winding road: From Stanford to self discovery Taumoepeau’s recruiting process was anything but simple. At first, he was committed to Stanford, drawn by the school’s elite academic reputation. But when Stanford head coach Troy Taylor and his staff were let go, the situation shifted dramatically, and Taumoepeau was forced to pause and re-evaluate what he truly wanted from his college experience. “I was invested in the education,” Taumoepeau said in an interview with ESPN The Fan. “Some things change, with the firing of coach Taylor. During those four or five months I decommitted, I had to really reflect…

BIG 12 REVEALS 2024–25 BASKETBALL SCHEDULE PAIRINGS: BYU’s Conference Slate Nearly Set The Big 12 Conference released its men’s basketball schedule pairings for the upcoming 2024–25 season on Wednesday, bringing BYU fans one step closer to seeing the full slate of games for the Cougars’ second season in college basketball’s toughest conference. While official dates and times are yet to be announced, the home-and-away matchups provide a clear look at who BYU will face and where the battles will take place. Coming off a competitive debut season in the Big 12, BYU is preparing for another grueling campaign…

BREAKING COMMITMENT: 2026 Four-Star Wing Austin Goosby Officially Pledges to BYU Cougars In a significant recruiting win for BYU basketball, four-star wing Austin Goosby from the class of 2026 has officially committed to the Cougars, adding firepower to a rising program that continues to make waves in the Big 12. Goosby, a 6-foot-7 dynamic playmaker out of Arizona, announced his commitment via social media, choosing BYU over a host of top programs including Arizona State, Utah, Oregon, and Gonzaga. Known for his explosive athleticism, versatility on both ends of the floor, and high basketball IQ, Goosby’s pledge is…

2026 Carthage running back KJ Edwards commits to Texas A&M Mike Elko and the Aggies have had some success attracting the attention of big-time playmakers out of East Texas, and they add one of the biggest in the Lone Star State as Carthage standout running back KJ Edwards‍ announced his commitment to Texas A&M.At 5-foot-10 and 188 pounds, Edwards is a home run threat whenever he touches the ball. He is shifty and quick, with the vision to see the crease and the explosion to hit top speed and blow past a defense. Then there is his ability as a…

Jaxson Robinson‘s name isn’t being mentioned on many — if any at all — mock drafts ahead of next week’s 2025 NBA Draft, but don’t be surprised if his name is called before the 59-pick event wraps up. During a conference call with media members on Wednesday afternoon, ESPN’s Jay Bilas brought up Robinson as a potential second-round draft pick. After giving his reasoning as to why two of Robinson’s Kentucky teammates, Koby Brea and Amari Williams, are likely draft picks, he made sure to mention the BYU transfer. “But I’m not sure those two are the only…

As the Miami Heat waits on a resolution to the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, veteran guard Alec Burks will soon be working toward finding a resolution to his uncertain NBA future. Burks, who will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason after proving to be a helpful veteran in his first season with the Heat this past season, hopes to strike a deal to return to Miami. He signed a one-year veteran minimum contract with the Heat last summer and again will likely need to settle for a minimum deal to re-sign with the Heat this summer. “The only…

Dwyane Wade suffered major setback right after leaving NBA While Dwyane Wade’s NBA career was decorated with achievements, his life right after the retirement didn’t turn as he wanted. Wade started experiencing digestive and urinary issues, which were later diagnosed as Stage 1 cancer in right kidney. In ‘The Why with Wade’ podcast, he opened up about the same: “That moment was probably the weakest point I’ve ever felt in my life. The moments I was by myself, I was struggling.Dwyane Wade emerged victorious from the medical challenge after getting his tumor removed in December 2023. On his podcast, Wade…

The Notre Dame football program beat out Penn State for another Pennsylvania offensive lineman yet again. On Wednesday, Wyndmoor (Pa.) La Salle College offensive tackle Grayson McKeogh announced his verbal commitment to the Fighting Irish. The four-star recruit decided to move up his July 1 decision date by nearly two weeks, committing after his official visit to South Bend last weekend. The 6-foot-7, 280-pound McKeogh ranks as the No. 8 player in Pennsylvania and the No. 21 offensive tackle nationally, according to the On3 Industry Ranking. Penn State, a finalist, hosted McKeogh for an official visit the weekend…

Last week, Tennessee Vols guard Zakai Zeigler had his preliminary injunction for an extra year of college eligibility denied. Zeigler, who has already played four seasons at Tennessee, is appealing the decision. Rather than finding a job like every other college graduate, former Tennessee guard Zakai Zeigler is still fighting for another year in college basketball,” wrote Franklin. “Zeigler, who, I will remind you, played in 138 career games and soon turns 23, still won’t accept a traditional four-year college career,” added Franklin. “What is it with Tennessee and ignoring all of the rules lately?” We’ll see how…