Category: Sports
The article analyzes the strategic decision to bench Joel Embiid for Team USA, exploring the implications for the team's performance and dynamics.
Keywords: Joel Embiid, Team USA, strategic benching
Source: SportsGrid
Update At: 8/2/2024
Women's basketball is experiencing significant growth, with the Canadian team ranked fifth in the world heading to the Paris Olympics. The WNBA is expanding to Toronto in 2026, which is expected to enhance the sport's popularity in Canada. Players like Kayla Alexander and Natalie Achonwa express excitement for the future of women's basketball, emphasizing the importance of having a domestic league for young athletes.
Winnipeg Free Press
Canadian women's basketball is experiencing significant growth and popularity, as discussed by Hayley McGoldrick and host Howard Megdal.
10TV
Sha'Carri Richardson won her first Olympic race in the 100 meters with a time of 10.94 seconds, qualifying for the semifinals. She showcased a strong performance, contrasting her neon green shoes against the purple track. Other top contenders, including Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Marie-Josee Ta Lou-Smith, also advanced. Richardson aims for gold after a previous setback due to a positive marijuana test.
The Associated Press
Sha’Carri Richardson, a Dallas native and Olympic sprinter, shares her favorite food spots in Dallas while preparing for the 100m dash at the Paris Olympics. She highlights Golden Chick for chicken tenders, Big T Plaza for pizza, Blackjack Pizza for burgers, and Fuel City Tacos for street tacos. Richardson also reflects on her high school track as a place of solace.
Advocate Media
Simone Biles, the most decorated U.S. gymnast, responded to Donald Trump's controversial remarks about 'Black jobs' after winning two gold medals in Paris. The backlash against Trump's comments and support for Biles has been prominent on social media, with criticism directed at both Trump and Sen. JD Vance for their remarks regarding Biles' mental health and achievements.
NBC News
Simone Biles celebrated her sixth gold medal in gymnastics while subtly criticizing Donald Trump for his remarks about 'Black jobs' on social media.
The New York Times
Simone Biles became the first American gymnast to win the Olympic individual all-around competition twice and made a social media comment referencing Donald Trump's controversial remarks about 'Black jobs'. Her tweet included images of her gold medal and 'GOAT' necklace, sparking discussions on social media about the meaning of 'Black jobs'.
CBS News
Simone Biles responded to Donald Trump's controversial comments about 'Black jobs' with a tweet celebrating her achievements in gymnastics. Biles' tweet followed a post by Ricky Davila, highlighting her gold medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Trump's remarks have faced criticism for perpetuating racial stereotypes and stoking fears about immigration. Biles made history by winning the women's all-around final, becoming the first U.S. gymnast to achieve this feat twice.
Rolling Stone
Simone Biles celebrated her second gold medal at Paris 2024 and responded to comments by Donald Trump regarding 'Black jobs' with a tweet stating, 'I love my black job.' This came after Trump made controversial remarks about job ownership among Black individuals during a recent event.
Deadline
Barry, a system engineer at L3Harris Technologies and a member of the U.S. men's 3x3 basketball team, balances his Olympic aspirations with a demanding job in aerospace and defense. With a background in physics and nuclear engineering, he values his career outside of sports and aims to bring home a gold medal from the Paris Games.
AP News