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Ever heard of a new way to fund schools? Missouri is voting on it! They want to legalize sports betting and use the taxes for education. Sounds great, right? But hold on, there's a catch. Some of the money sportsbooks use to attract bettors won't be taxed. That's what policymakers are debating right

Coach Mazzulla's NBA Power Play Proposal

Boston Celtics coach, Joe Mazzulla, has sparked an interesting debate. He suggested implementing power plays in basketball, similar to ice hockey. The idea came up during his appearance on a local sports radio show. Mazzulla believes this could add more excitement to the game. He suggested that if a

LeBron James' Epic NBA Debut at Age 18

Imagine stepping onto the court for your very first NBA game and making a huge splash. That's exactly what LeBron James did back in 2003. Just 18 years old, he scored 25 points, dished out 9 assists, grabbed 6 rebounds, and even snatched 4 steals. It was a dream start for the young talent, but unfor

Dodger Fever Hits Orange County: A Store's Shift in Fans

In Fountain Valley, a sports store called Sports Addict has seen a major change in its customer base. For years, the store was a hub for Angels fans in Orange County. But recently, there's been a surge of Dodger fans. Why the shift? It's all thanks to Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers' postseason succes

Texans Face Uncertainty Without Star Receiver Diggs

The Houston Texans have another injury blow to deal with. Stefon Diggs, one of their top receivers, is out with a knee injury. The team is waiting for medical clarity as they fear the worst – a potential season-ending torn ACL. This injury comes hot on the heels of another key receiver, Nico Collins

Caitlin Clark’s Impact on Women’s Basketball: A Boost for Butler’s New Coach

Since joining the WNBA, Caitlin Clark has become a massive draw. Her popularity sold out draft tickets in minutes and she has a jaw-dropping Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) value of $3. 1 million. Her impressive stats and record-breaking performances have boosted the WNBA’s popularity significantly.

Meet Caoimhe Bray: The Youngest WBBL Player with a Bright Future

Fifteen-year-old Caoimhe Bray just made history in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL)! Hailing from the picturesque Hunter Region in New South Wales, Caoimhe was born with a natural talent for sports. She started playing cricket at just eight years old and has been impressing everyone ever since. He

Silver Valley Sports: Unforgettable Week

Last week was packed with exciting games and championship moments in Silver Valley. Let's dive in! Volleyball was the star of the show on Thursday night. Genesis Prep's Jaguars clinched the 2A District 1 championship by defeating the Wallace Miners in a thrilling five-set match. The Jaguars, led by

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Parents Group Launches Ad on Boys in Girls' Sports

A group called Moms for Liberty has just released their first digital ad. The ad highlights a dad helping his daughter train for a race and the disappointment she feels when she has to compete against a boy in a girls' sport. This situation is a result of recent changes to Title IX laws by the Biden

Awesome Baseball Training Spot Coming to Dallas