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After seven years, the WNBA’s first-ever commissioner is stepping down at the end if 2026.

Under Engelbert, the league grew from 12 to 18 teams, landed its most transformative media rights and CBA deals to date, and hit record highs in viewership, attendance, and franchise valuations. She also led a $75 million capital raise, the largest-ever investment round in women’s sports, and introduced private charter travel for teams, a first in U.S. women’s pro sports.

You don’t have to be a golfer to appreciate a smart brand move. After 70+ years, the PGA TOUR was set to leave historic Firestone Country Club in Akron. Now, a partnership with the LeBron James Family Foundation is keeping golf there while creating new opportunities.

LeBron James Partnership Gives PGA TOUR a New Path at Firestone - Double Take Sports The LeBron James Foundation and PGA TOUR are giving Firestone Country Club a new chapter through golf, youth mentorship and opportunities for emerging players.

Washington Mystics standouts Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen have been added to the 2026 USA Women’s National Team roster for the FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin. Both are two-time WNBA All-Stars and will represent Team USA as it pursues a fifth straight World Cup title.

Sonia Citron, Kiki Iriafen Added to USA Basketball Roster for 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup - Double Take Sports Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen join Team USA for the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup after earning WNBA All-Star honors in each of their first two seasons.

The Ravens 53-man roster featured a few notable surprises.

From Joe Fagnano earning the third quarterback spot to Ethan Burke making the cut and Baltimore adding competition for Tyler Loop, here are five takeaways from the roster decisions.

Plus, we break it all down on the latest Double Take Sports x Urban Sports Scene podcast.

Five Takeaways From the Ravens 53-Man Roster - Double Take Sports Five takeaways from the Ravens’ initial 53-man roster, plus analysis from Double Take Sports and Urban Sports Scene on the biggest decisions and surprises.

Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron are officially in Berlin with Team USA. 🇺🇸

The Mystics duo was added to the 2026 USA Women’s National Team roster and wrapped Day 1 of preparation ahead of the FIBA Women’s World Cup.

Team USA opens group play against China on Sept. 4.

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Paige Metayer scored the deciding goal as the Washington Spirit beat Bay FC 1-0, snapping a four-match winless streak at Audi Field. Read Full Story.

Paige Metayer Lifts Washington Spirit Past Bay FC to Ends Four-Match Winless Run - Double Take Sports Paige Metayer scored the deciding goal as the Washington Spirit beat Bay FC 1-0, snapping a four-match winless streak at Audi Field.