NCAA to convene constitutional convention to propose ‘dramatic changes’

The NCAA has set the stage for major reforms, announcing a constitutional convention would be convened this November to propose drastic changes to its constitution.

Washington Nationals trade Max Scherzer, Trea Turner to Los Angeles Dodgers

The Washington Nationals have finalized their highly anticipated deal to trade ace Max Scherzer and star shortstop Trea Turner to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Orlando Magic select Gonzaga's Suggs, Michigan's Wagner as 5th and 8th picks in NBA Draft

The Orlando Magic selected Gonzaga University's Jalen Suggs with the No. 5 pick in the NBA draft Thursday night, followed by Michigan's Franz Wagner with the No. 8 pick.

Orlando City returns home to face Atlanta United

Orlando City SC (7-4-4, 25 points) returns to downtown Orlando for a two-game home stint, first set to take on Atlanta United FC (2-5-8, 14 points) on Friday, July 30 at Exploria Stadium. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET.

NBA futures run through Central Florida
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Central Florida was well represented in Thursday night's NBA Draft. One local high school churns out a number of draft picks, including the No.1 overall pick this year.

SEC votes 14-0 to invite Texas, Oklahoma to join conference

Southeastern Conference members voted unanimously on Thursday to invite Texas and Oklahoma to join, a seismic move in the world of college athletics.

Pelicans' Jaxson Hayes arrested, hospitalized following physical altercation with LAPD officers

New Orleans Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes was arrested and hospitalized following an altercation with LAPD officers in Woodland Hills. According to the department, the incident may have involved force being applied to Hayes’ neck.

Orlando City SC CEO Alex Leitão steps down from post

Alex Leitão has resigned from his position as Chief Executive Officer for Orlando City SC, it was announced on Wednesday. Leitão, who joined the organization in 2015, will remain involved as a soccer operations advisor to the organization.

Big 12′s Texas, Oklahoma make request to join powerhouse SEC

Texas and Oklahoma made a request Tuesday to join the Southeastern Conference — in 2025 —- with SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey saying the league would consider it in the “near future.”

2022 Special Olympics USA Games seeks design for opening ceremony cauldron

One passionate and talented artist will be picked to design the original cauldron for the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games that will be ignited during the opening ceremony in Orlando in June of next year.

NFL will fine unvaccinated players over $14K for violating COVID-19 protocols

The NFL outlined in its June training camp and preseason COVID-19 protocols that unvaccinated players can get fined $14,650 for violating preventative health measures.

Administrative leave for Dodgers' Trevor Bauer extended through Aug. 6

Trevor Bauer’s administrative leave was extended by 10 days through Aug. 6 on Tuesday by Major League Baseball and the players’ association.

Simone Biles withdrew from Olympics gymnastics final to protect team, self

U.S. star Simone Biles pulled out of the women's gymnastics team final at the Tokyo Olympics after not being in the right headspace to compete.

Aaron Rodgers, Packers' tensions appear to be cooling: report

Aaron Rodgers has indicated to those close to him he will play for the Packers in 2021 amid a summer-long drama that saw the quarterback take a shot at the culture in the organization, the NFL Network reported.

German gymnastics team wears unitards to push back on 'sexualization' of sport

The German women’s gymnastics team took the floor for their first competition at the Tokyo Olympics wearing unitards with leggings that stretched down to the ankle.