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Austin FC midfielder Hector Jimenez (16) during the first half of a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and Seattle Sounders FC July 22, 2021 in Austin, Texas. Seattle won, 1-0.

Austin FC shut out for third straight match in loss to Colorado Rapids

The Austin FC story has been the same over the last month of the season. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/31/21

Austin FC head coach Josh Wolff during a Major League Soccer match between Nashville SC and Austin FC on May 23, 2021, in Nashville, TN. Nashville SC won, 1-0.

Josh Wolff preaching patience as Austin FC hosts Colorado Rapids

Josh Wolff was midway through his tenure as an assistant coach with Columbus Crew SC when the team failed to make the playoffs in 2016. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/30/21

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh and quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) during the team's OTA's in Owings Mills, Maryland, on June 8, 2021. (Karl Merton Ferron/Baltimore Sun/TNS)

Mike Preston: QB Lamar Jackson’s poor decision-making again puts himself and the Ravens in a difficult spot

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson needs to hire a professional familiar with the inner workings of the NFL before his career starts moving downward or possibly implodes. Without … more

Mike Preston, Baltimore Sun (TNS) | 7/30/21

United States forward GYASI ZARDES (9) and midfielder PAUL ARRIOLA (7) celebrate a 1-0 victory over Qatar in a Concacaf Gold Cup semifinal on July 29, 2021 in Austin, Texas. The United States won 1-0. Arriola scored the lone goal in the match.

Gyasi Zardes' late goal lifts U.S. over Qatar in Goal Cup semifinal at Q2 Stadium

When Gyasi Zardes first played at Q2 Stadium just over a month ago, goals were hard to come by. His return trip on Thursday was a completely different story. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/29/21

Davion Mitchell on the red carpet during the NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on Thursday, July 29, 2021 in New York. (Arturo Holmes/Getty Images/TNS)

Kings select Baylor point guard Davion Mitchell with No. 9 pick in NBA draft

The Kings selected Baylor guard Davion Mitchell with the No. 9 pick in the NBA draft Thursday at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. The Kings passed on Arkansas guard Moses … more

Jason Anderson, The Sacramento Bee (TNS) | 7/29/21

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) works to get around Houston Texans offensive tackle Chris Clark (74) blocks during the first quarter of an NFL game between the Houston Texans and the Cleveland Browns at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

Browns' Myles Garrett views vaccination as a personal choice for team

After more than a year of dealing with COVID-19 in every aspect of life, it remains in the forefront, especially in the NFL and for players such as Browns star defensive end Myles … more

George M. Thomas, Akron Beacon Journal (TNS) | 7/28/21

The 2021-22 schedule the Texas Stars. This will be the 13th season for the AHL team at the HEB Center.

Texas Stars announce 2021-22 schedule

The full schedule for the 13th season of Texas Stars hockey at the HEB Center was released last week. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/28/21

Austin FC Sporting Director Claudio Reyna great U.S. Men's National team player Sam Vines Tuesday morning at St. David's performance Center ahead of the Gold Cup Semifinal against Qatar at Q2 Stadium on Thursday night.

U.S. players feeling the Austin FC hype ahead of Gold Cup semifinal

The Q2 Stadium hype is real. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/27/21

Austin FC defender Zan Kolmanic (21) looks on as the Seattle Sounders celebrate a 1-0 win in a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and Seattle Sounders FC July 22, 2021 in Austin, Texas.

Austin FC scoring struggles continue in loss to Seattle Sounders FC

Perhaps the frustration for Austin FC is starting to boil over. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/22/21

Austin FC supporters during the second half of a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and the San Jose Earthquakes on June 19, 2021 in Austin, Texas. The match finished a 0-0 draw.

Q2 Stadium to host U.S. Men's National Team in World Cup Qualifier

U.S. Men’s National Team head coach Gregg Berhalter was in attendance for the first-ever game at Q2 Stadium. Now, he gets to be on the sideline. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/22/21

Former Austin Spurs player Keldon Johnson will represent the U.S. at the Tokyo Olympics. He is the third San Antonio player to play for Team USA, joining Tim Duncan and David Robinson.

Spurs player Keldon Johnson honored to play for Team USA at Tokyo Olympics

Keldon Johnson doesn’t have Twitter, so when news leaked he had been added to the Team USA basketball roster for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, he had no clue his life had changed. more

By ZACH SMITH | 7/21/21

Round Rock Express manager Kenny Holmberg is introduced along with the players before the start of a Minor League Baseball game against the Oklahoma City Dodgers on Opening Day, May 6, 2021 in Round Rock, Texas. Round Rock won, 6-0.

Express manager Kenny Holmberg helping Rangers develop draft class

Kenny Holmberg was in the batting cage with his dad in 2005 when he got that call that he had been drafted. Next stop: Helena, Montana. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/20/21

Austin FC forward Kekuta Manneh (23) moves the ball during the second half of a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and the Columbus Crew on June 27, 2021 in Austin, Texas. The teams played to a 0-0 draw.

Austin FC experiments in friendly loss to Liga MX side Tigres

Tuesday night was always going to be an experiment for Austin FC. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/13/21

Express Reliever Ryder Ryan will represent Team USA at the Olympics in Tokyo later this month. He tried out for Team USA when he was in high school. That was his only interaction with them before getting a call about the Olympics.

Express reliever Ryder Ryan headed to Tokyo Olympics with USA Baseball

Ryder Ryan is ready to rub elbows with the likes of Simone Biles and Katie Ledecky. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/12/21

Action during Austin FC vs. LAFC on July 7. LAFC won 2-0.

Injuries pile up as Austin FC suffers first home loss against LAFC

Not every first can be a good one for Austin FC. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/7/21

Austin FC midfielder Tomas Pochettino (7) battles Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Chara (21) and forward Jeremy Ebobisse (17) for possession during the first half of a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and the Portland Timbers on July 1, 2021 in Austin, Texas.

First-year players adjusting to rigors of MLS at Austin FC

Major League Soccer is unlike any league in the world. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/6/21

Austin FC forward Diego Fagundez (14) shoots and scores during the first half of a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and the Portland Timbers on July 1, 2021 in Austin, Texas.

Austin FC offense explodes in dominant win over Portland Timbers

There’s truly no place to hide your emotions on the soccer pitch. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/1/21

Austin FC announced the signing of forward Moussa Djitté from French League 2 side Grenoble Foot 38 on a contract running through 2024.

Austin FC signs Senegalese striker Moussa Djitté

Goalscoring help is on the way for Austin FC. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 6/30/21

David Dahl was an All-Star for the Colorado Rockies in 2019. He's trying to refind that form since signing a one-year deal with the Rangers in the offseason.

All-Star David Dahl makes the most of rehab with Round Rock Express

David Dahl is obsessed with hitting. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 6/30/21

Forward Danny Hoesen in action during a Major League Soccer match between LAFC and Austin FC on April 17, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.

Austin FC forward Danny Hoesen to miss remainder of season with hip injury

Austin FC head coach Josh Wolff confirmed Tuesday afternoon that forward Danny Hoesen will be out for the rest of the season with a hip injury. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 6/29/21

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