FIFA announced that the U.S. will host the inaugural Women’s Club World Cup from Jan. 5–30, 2028 ⚽️ The tournament will feature 19 of the top women’s clubs from around the world, including Gotham FC. Host cities have yet to be announced. MORE: ow.ly/jOSQ5100iHx

The North Carolina Courage are pushing for a new stadium in Downtown Raleigh as interest in women’s sports continues to grow ⚽ The proposed $250M stadium would be part of Kane Realty’s Downtown South project and would require public support. Via @TriangleBIZJrnl | ow.ly/Iz1X5100gtY

Key figures behind the Mavericks’ planned arena said that the team would not purchase the land until the NBA franchise’s development team secured the necessary zoning approval. Until then, the Mavericks will continue to make option payments to hold the site. Via @dallasnews | ow.ly/yix85100eB0

25 years later, nobody has been able to replicate ESPN’s “Pardon the Interruption.” Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon remain appointment viewing, and the show continues to deliver a valuable audience lead-in to “SportsCenter.” MORE: ow.ly/bBwV5100brR

Portland wants a long-term commitment from the Trail Blazers. Owner Tom Dundon wants flexibility. That divide is at the center of tense Moda Center negotiations that now include a reported $1B+ price tag tied to a potential franchise exit. MORE: ow.ly/nTka5100b5q

The NFL is set to make its Paris debut on Oct. 25 when the Saints host the Steelers at Stade de France 🏈 France will become the ninth country outside the U.S. to host an NFL game as the league continues its international expansion. MORE: ow.ly/eZR350ZYYnv

The Indiana Fever accounted for 82 of the WNBA’s top 100 social media posts during the 2026 regular season, according to @mondometrics 🏀 The data also found that fans engaged more with personal moments, trends and milestones than traditional game highlights. MORE: ow.ly/XrnA5100azG

A tradition dating back to 1993 will make its World Series debut Friday night. The Brewers’ Sausage Race has become a signature piece of Johnsonville’s sponsorship strategy, giving the Wisconsin brand an organic way to break through with fans. MORE: ow.ly/kyGn5100aF7

The Hawks and Levy have agreed to a long-term extension of their food and beverage service relationshi 🍽️ Levy was in charge of premium hospitality at State Farm Arena when it opened in 1999 (as Philips Arena), then took over the whole building in 2009. MORE: ow.ly/MtAg51004kg

FIFA is formally accepting bids for U.S. and Puerto Rican broadcast rights to the 2030 and 2034 World Cups 📺 Media companies have until Nov. 19 to submit offers, with FIFA hoping to award the rights by the end of the year. MORE: ow.ly/ywHR51009PL

CBS is keeping JJ Watt in the booth 🏈 The network signed its lead NFL analyst to a multi-year extension, securing Watt for next season’s broadcast of Super Bowl LXII in Atlanta. MORE: ow.ly/iTMA51005Ot

Angie Weber, VP of beverage at Legends Global, is helping reshape the beverage experience at sports venues 🍹 From non-alcoholic cocktails to matcha and energy drinks, Weber is bringing new trends and creative options to stadiums and arenas. MORE: ow.ly/zUH350ZZmn0

CBS’ election coverage at owned and operated television stations will be sponsored by sports gambling site DraftKings. The sponsorship will air on CBS-owned local stations across the country from Oct. 26 through election night. Via STATUS | ow.ly/FYhP51004p1

Atlanta showed out for the @AtlantaDream 🏀 A sold-out crowd at State Farm Arena fueled the team’s @WNBA Finals Game 3 win, with Kerry Washington, Ludacris, and Cam Newton courtside and Quavo and T.I. headlining halftime. The move to a 17,044-seat arena helped amplify the Finals atmosphere. (via London Gaurdian) ow.ly/77OO51004oe

Legends Global will serve as the Royals’ owners’ rep on their project to build a 34,000-seat stadium in Kansas City ⚾ The $1.9B venue’s ceremonial groundbreaking is expected in early 2027 ahead of opening in 2030. ow.ly/KeFF51003Ik

Girls flag football continues to grow with support from the Cowboys and Texans 🏈 The UIL legislative council approved a pilot program for the sport, starting no earlier than the 2028-29 school year. Via @dallasnews | ow.ly/YkA150ZZO28

LA28 has launched “Made for Two-Eight,” a licensing program allowing local small businesses in Los Angeles County to use LA28 emblems on their products 🏅 Youth services group Homeboy Industries is the first official licensee to produce apparel & accessories with the branding. Via @LABusinessFirst | ow.ly/BRWc50ZZNVZ

Coca-Cola’s Sprite returned to the NBA with a multiyear deal that replaced PepsiCo’s Starry 🏀 Snap Specs joined the league’s official roster with smart glasses featuring a dedicated NBA Lens for basketball training. MORE: ow.ly/KkaN50ZZNSR