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Austin FC goalkeeper Brad Stuver (1) gestures to the crowd after an Austin FC goal during a Major League Soccer match against Inter Miami on March 6, 2021 in Austin, Texas.

Austin FC outduels LAFC to take over top spot in MLS

A little over a year ago, Austin FC played the first game in club history at LAFC. The return trip sent the Verde & Black to the top of the league. Austin FC held off a late charge more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/18/22

Austin FC midfielder Alexander Ring (8) lines up a pass that for an assist on a goal by forward Maximiliano Urruti (37) during a Major League Soccer match against Inter Miami on March 6, 2021 in Austin, Texas.

Austin FC looking to bounce back after back-to-back losses

After starting the season with so much positive momentum, Austin FC has had its first little bit of adversity. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/17/22

Austin FC head coach Josh Wolff gestures to the fans following a 3-1 win over the Portland Timbers in a Major League Soccer match on August 21, 2021 in Austin, Texas.

Austin FC inks head coach Josh Wolff to three-year extension

Josh Wolff is going to be wearing Verde & Black for the foreseeable future. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/16/22

Austin FC midfielder Alexander Ring (8) tangles with Los Angeles Galaxy forward Raheem Edwards (44) as Galaxy midfielder Marco Delgado (8) looks on during a major league soccer match on May 8, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Austin FC players remain determined despite loss to LA Galaxy

The vibe in the Austin FC locker room on Sunday night was a mix of disappointment and resolve. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/11/22

Austin FC forward Cecilio Dominguez (10) prepares to throw the ball in during an MLS match between Austin FC and Houston Dynamo FC on October 24, 2021 in Austin, Texas.

Cecilio Dominguez reinstated following league investigation

Austin FC winger Cecilio Dominguez was reinstated by the league last week following an investigation into possible off-field misconduct. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/11/22

The Texas Stars lost back-to-back games against the Rockford IceHogs in the first round of the Calder Cup playoffs to see their season come to an end last weekend.

Texas Stars eliminated in first round of Calder Cup playoffs

The Texas Stars lost back-to-back games in the first round of the Calder Cup playoffs to see their season come to an end last weekend. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/9/22

Los Angeles Galaxy forward Javier “Chicharito” Hernández (14) extends to kick the ball toward the net during the second half of a major league soccer match between Austin FC and the Los Angeles Galaxy on May 8, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Winning streak ends as Austin FC falls flat against LA Galaxy

Two takeaways from Austin FC’s 1-0 loss to LA Galaxy Sunday night at Q2 Stadium: more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/8/22

Austin FC goalkeeper Brad Stuver (1) is taken off the pitch on a stretcher after sustaining an injury in the first half of a Major League Soccer match between the Houston Dynamo and Austin FC on April 30, 2022 in Houston, Texas.

Andrew Tarbell rises to the moment in Austin FC's win over Houston Dynamo

Austin FC goalkeeper Andrew Tarbell’s routine doesn’t change depending on his role in the starting lineup or the intensity of the opponent. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/2/22

Austin FC goalkeeper Andrew Tarbell (31) makes a save during the first half of a Major League Soccer match between the Houston Dynamo and Austin FC on April 30, 2022 in Houston, Texas.

Austin FC rallies to beat Houston Dynamo, win fourth straight match

Three takeaways from Austin FC’s 2-1 win against Houston Dynamo FC Saturday afternoon at PNC Stadium: more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/30/22

Austin FC forward Maximiliano Urruti (37) gestures to the fans after scoring a second goal in the first half of a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and the Vancouver Whitecaps on April 23, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Maxi Urruti proving to be glue guy in first year with Austin FC

Between barbecues, dancing and scoring goals, Maxi Urruti has boosted the good vibes for Austin FC this season. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/27/22

Austin FC forward Diego Fagúndez (14) sets up a goal-scoring shot during the second half of a U.S. Open Cup match between San Antonio FC and Austin FC on April 20, 2022 in San Antonio, Texas.

Diego Fagundez bringing unrelenting energy to Austin FC

Diego Fagundez is the Energizer Bunny of Austin FC. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/26/22

Matt Murray is 4-1-0 since turning professional and signing with the Texas Stars last month. He saved 101 of the 103 shots he faced last week and won three games.

Matt Murray named Player of the Week as Texas Stars inch closer to playoff berth

Texas Stars goalie Matt Murray has only been a pro for one week, but he’s already shown he can make an impact. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/25/22

A tifo is raised before the start of a FIFA World Cup qualifier between the United States and Jamaica on October 7, 2021 in Austin, Texas. USA won 2-0

U.S. Soccer returning to Q2 Stadium for CONCACAF Nations League in June

U.S. Soccer just can’t stay away from Austin. The Federation announced on Friday that the U.S. Men’s National Team would begin the 2022-23 Concacaf Nations ... more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/25/22

Austin FC forward Maximiliano Urruti (37) gestures after scoring in the first half of a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and the Vancouver Whitecaps on April 23, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Urruti, Driussi power Austin FC to 3-0 win over Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Three quick takeaways from Austin FC’s 3-0 win over Vancouver Whitecaps FC Saturday night at Q2 Stadium: more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/23/22

Austin FC forward Danny Hoesen (9) makes his entrance as a late substitute in a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and Minnesota United FC on April 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Danny Hoesen sees dedication come full circle in win over D.C. United

Danny Hoesen could’ve given up after injuries derailed his first season with Austin FC. Instead, he doubled down with his commitment, and now, he's seeing his hard work pay off. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/19/22

Austin FC defender Ruben Gabrielsen (4) works against Minnesota United forward Luis Amarilla (9) during a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and Minnesota United FC on April 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Austin FC shows its grit in 1-0 win against Minnesota United FC

Austin FC might not have played with the same explosiveness and excitement on Sunday as it did in the first two home games, but the team showed something very elusive since the team first took the field last April: grit. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/11/22

Austin FC forward Maximiliano Urruti (37) shoots and scores the lone goal of a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and Minnesota United FC on April 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Austin FC gets back on track with 1-0 win over Minnesota United FC

Three thoughts from Austin FC’s 1-0 win over Minnesota United FC Sunday night at Q2 Stadium: more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/10/22

In this photo from Dec. 4, 2021, Aidan Hutchinson (97) of the Michigan Wolverines reacts after a sack during the second quarter in the Big Ten Championship against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (Justin Casterline/Getty Images/TNS)

2022 NFL mock draft: Three-round projections

A month might as well be a year when discussing the NFL news cycle. A month ago, Russell Wilson and Bobby Wagner were still Seahawks and Matt Ryan was still a Falcon. A month ago, Aaron Rodgers … more

Eddie Brown, The San Diego Union-Tribune (TNS) | 4/10/22

A detailed view of baseballs used for batting practice before a game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Houston Astros at Dodger Stadium on Aug. 3, 2021, in Los Angeles. (Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images/TNS)

How MLB's latest grand experiment is fueling skepticism and mistrust among players

There's a new addition to Dodger Stadium for the 2022 season that fans won't see but could impact the games they watch. A humidor occupies a room down the hallway from the home … more

Jorge Castillo, Los Angeles Times (TNS) | 4/10/22

The Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James (6) drives against the Dallas Mavericks' Luka Doncic (77) in the third quarter at crypto.com Arena on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, in Los Angeles. (Ronald Martinez/Getty Images/TNS)

Brad Townsend: LeBron James as a Dallas Maverick? Why the unimaginable is now conceivable, thanks to Luka Doncic.

Mere hours after they reached 50 wins for the first time in seven seasons, the Mavericks on Thursday morning trended on Twitter. Not, however, because of their milestone or their … more

Brad Townsend, The Dallas Morning News (TNS) | 4/9/22

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