Women’s World Cup: What’s next? | August 17, 2023
With the semifinals concluded, we look ahead to the final two matches of the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Here are the superstars to look for, the stories to follow and all the details on how to watch.
USWNT coach Vlatko Andonovski resigns: AP source says
U.S. women’s national team coach Vlatko Andonovski has resigned, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
Vikings, Titans joint practices mean reunion for 3 former Gophers stars
Jack Gibbens, Esezi Otomewo and Thomas Rush were all standouts with the Gophers. They're reunited this week for joint practices between the Vikings and Titans.
Former Gophers reunite at Vikings, Titans joint practices
The Minnesota Vikings and Tennessee Titans are practicing this week at TCO Performance Center, which means a reunion for former Gophers standouts Jack Gibbens, Esezi Otomewo and Thomas Rush.
Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy seek to end conservatorship for Michael Oher, lawyer says
Michael Oher filed a petition Monday in a Tennessee probate court accusing the Tuohys of lying to him by having him sign papers making them his conservators rather than his adoptive parents nearly two decades ago.
Vikings: Defenses win Day 1 of joint practices with Tennessee Titans
The Minnesota Vikings hosted the Tennessee Titans on Wednesday for the first of two joint practices at TCO Performance Center, and the workout was physical while also respectable.
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell talks after joint practice
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell spoke with reporters after Day 1 of joint practices with the Titans at TCO Performance Center.
Vikings talk after Day 1 of joint practices with Titans
Hear from Jordan Hicks, Justin Jefferson, Danielle Hunter and Cam Bynum after the Vikings hosted the Titans for the first of two joint practices at TCO Performance Center.
Vikings host Titans for first of 2 joint practices
The Vikings switched things up at training camp on Wednesday and hosted the Tennessee Titans for the first of two joint practices at TCO Performance Center in Eagan.
Women’s World Cup: England defeats Australia to advance to World Cup final against Spain | August 16, 2023
England and Spain will each be playing in the Women’s World Cup final for the first time when they meet at Stadium Australia in Sydney on Sunday.
Gophers: Athan Kaliakmanis, Tyler Nubin held back during last open practice
Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis didn't make a single throw in Tuesday's Gophers workout, the last practice open to fans before the 2023 season starts.
Lynx make late playoff push
The Minnesota Lynx have 10 games remaining in the regular season, and are in the hunt for a playoff berth. This comes after the team started the season 0-6, leaving many fans to speculate on if they were tanking for one college’s biggest stars. Head coach Cheryl Reeve took a different approach to the 2023 campaign, focusing on team chemistry more than wins and she believes it’s paid off. She said despite their slow start, the vibes were always good and if you saw their energy at practice, you would’ve believed they were 6-0. Minnesota is trying to return to the postseason for the first time since 2021.
Timberwolves to play at least 4 games in NBA's In-Season Tournament
The Minnesota Timberwolves will play at least four games as part of the NBA’s inaugural In-Season Tournament.
Twins activate infielder Royce Lewis from injured list
The Twins activated Royce Lewis from the injured list Tuesday after missing 36 games with an oblique strain.
Little League World Series teams to sleep in single beds following previous bunk bed incident
Teams that stay in the Williamsport complex for the Little League World Series will continue to sleep in single beds in the wake of last year’s incident where a boy seriously injured his head when he fell out of his top bunk.
Michael Oher's adoption revelation faces pushback from Tuohy family members
The Tennessee family that claimed to have adopted ex-NFL player Michael Oher spoke out after Oher filed a petition to end the conservatorship on Monday.
Women’s World Cup: Spain advances to first-ever World Cup final with win over Sweden | August 15, 2023
Olga Carmona’s goal in the 89th minute capped a flurry of late goals to send Spain through to the final of the Women’s World Cup for the first time.
Former Vikings RB Dalvin Cook signing 1-year deal with Jets
Former Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook is headed to the East Coast, and he’s also headed to the AFC.
Michael Oher, profiled in 'The Blind Side,' says inspirational movie was based on lie
In court documents, the retired NFL player said Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy pushed a false narrative that they adopted him, which led to a book and a movie.
Vikings: T.J. Hockenson returns to practice after ear infection
The Minnesota Vikings held an indoor walk-through on Monday at training camp with rain soaking the Twin Cities, and T.J. Hockenson was back on the field with his teammates.