Explainer: How 81-1 shot Rich Strike won the Kentucky Derby

Horses at odds of nearly 81-1 don’t win the Kentucky Derby. Jockeys who have never won any big stakes race of any kind don’t win the Kentucky Derby. Owners with fewer than 10 career wins don’t win the Kentucky Derby.

Mavs fan ejected for harassing Suns player Chris Paul’s family

So much for being Texas nice. A Dallas Mavericks fan was ejected during Game 4 against the Phoenix Suns after reports he got in the face of a player's family. Chris Paul said the fan put his hands on his mom and his wife was pushed.

Sean 'SJ' Tuohy of 'The Blindside' plays integral role for UCF Football

Sean "SJ" Tuohy, known for the book and movie made about his family, The Blindside, has been working as Gus Malzahn's Chief of Staff for UCF Football since 2021.

Sean 'SJ' Tuohy of 'The Blindside' plays integral role for UCF Football
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Sean 'SJ' Tuohy, known for the book and movie made about his family, The Blindside, has been working as Gus Malzahn's Chief of Staff for UCF Football since 2021.

NASCAR Hall of Famer Mark Martin to be honored at Darlington

Hall of Famer Mark Martin will be a major presence at Darlington Raceway this weekend, just like he usually was throughout his stellar NASCAR career.

FHSAA holding first beach volleyball state tournament

New Smyrna Beach is one of several teams representing Central Florida in the Florida High School Athletic Association's first ever beach volleyball state tournament.

FHSAA holding first beach volleyball state tournament
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New Smyrna Beach is one of several teams representing Central Florida in the Florida High School Athletic Association's first ever beach volleyball state tournament.

This weekend’s USFL games: Top teams in the league battle in Week 4

USFL action heats up this weekend for Week 4 as two of the game's best teams face off Saturday night with first place in the division up for grabs.

Orlando Pride prepare for road match against Angel City FC

The Orlando Pride head to Los Angeles this Sunday for their first cross-country trip of the season. They're also looking for their first win in all competitions.

Pride prepare for Angel City FC
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The Orlando Pride head to Los Angeles this Sunday for their first cross-country trip of the season.

Young Yankees fan given Aaron Judge HR ball meets his hero

The young Yankees fan who became a viral sensation this week shed more tears of joy on Wednesday when he met his hero, New York slugger Aaron Judge.

UCF, Cincinnati, Houston negotiating buyouts to leave AAC for Big 12: reports

The University of Central Florida is working with the American Athletic Conference (AAC) on a buyout price so that the Knights can leave the AAC early to join the Big 12 Conference, according to reports.

Brittney Griner now considered wrongfully detained, US officials say

WNBA star Brittney Griner was detained at an airport in February after Russian authorities said a search of her bag revealed vape cartridges containing traces of cannabis oil.

WNBA to honor Brittney Griner with league-wide floor decals

Russian authorities said a search of Brittney Griner's luggage revealed vape cartridges that allegedly contained oil derived from cannabis, which could carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. She has a hearing set for May 19.

Football player signs deal to benefit charity in honor of friend
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One Florida college student-athlete recently signed his first name, image, and likeness (NIL) deal, not to make money for himself, but to raise funds for the Brain Cancer Foundation.