His childhood dream turned into a career with the Chicago White Sox
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Billy Russo, who wanted to play for the team. Now, he's a Spanish-language interpreter for the White Sox.
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Phoenix Mercury fans long for Brittney Griner's release from Russian captivity
The star WNBA player has been jailed in Russia since cannabis oil was found in her luggage at an airport security check in February. Her fans in Phoenix are helping to keep her memory alive.
A Major League Soccer 'Cupset' as Sacramento Republic advances to U.S. Open Cup Final
Sacramento continues its dream run as the first lower-division soccer team to get to the final since 2008 - with a chance to become the first non-MLS champion since 1999.
FBI opens settlement talks with gymnasts who survived abuse by Larry Nassar
Justice Department officials met with key senators to explain why they won't prosecute two former FBI agents who botched the sexual assault investigation.
Sacramento is in the Open Cup final after beating another Major League Soccer team
The finals are set for the U.S. Open Cup, and there's a huge surprise. Lower-division Sacramento stunned a Major League Soccer powerhouse — the first time that's happened since 2008.
Brittney Griner testifies about her medical marijuana prescription and chaotic arrest
The WNBA star took the stand in Russian court Wednesday to explain why she had vape cartridges in the first place, how they ended up in her luggage and what happened after they were discovered.
Sacramento's Open Cup success proves a lower division team can compete with the best
The U.S. Open Cup is the country's oldest national soccer competition, and it's coming to an exciting finish. Insiders say Sacramento's run is an indication of the growth of the men's game in the U.S.
U.S. offers Russia a deal for the release of Brittney Griner
The U.S. has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American, Paul Whelan, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday.
A brain injury cut short Briana Scurry's soccer career. It didn't end her story
After a traumatic brain injury left her in terrible pain and unable to work, the legendary goalkeeper had to pawn her Olympic medals. Scurry charts her road to recovery in My Greatest Save.
The XFL is relaunching. Here's what we know so far and how it will be different
The 2023 season will mark the third launch for the XFL spring football league. Now under new ownership, the league is hoping to bring an enhanced experience to fans next February.