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United States forward Paul Arriola (7) shoots the ball past Grenada goalkeeper Jason Belfon (1) for a goal during a Concacaf Nations League match on June 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

USMNT's 24-man roster for next World Cup cycle is announced

Five players who were on the U.S. team in last year's World Cup top a 24-man roster that was called up Wednesday for the national team's first training camp of the new World Cup … more

Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times (TNS) | 1/20/23

Los Angeles Chargers kicker Tristan Vizcaino (16) before a preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers at SoFi Stadium, Aug. 22, 2021 in Inglewood, California. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Who is Tristan Vizcaino? Introducing the newest Dallas Cowboys kicker.

Who is Tristan Vizcaino? Vizcaino, the newest Dallas Cowboys kicker, was signed to their practice squad on Wednesday. After Bret Maher’s historic struggles against the Bucs, Vizcaino was … more

Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram (TNS) | 1/19/23

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) reacts after an incomplete pass during the first quarter against the Dallas Cowboys in an NFC Wild Card game at Raymond James Stadium on Jan. 16, 2023, in Tampa, Florida. (Douglas R. Clifford/Tampa Bay Times/TNS)

John Romano: It’s been a blast, but Tom Brady should retire before this gets ugly

To paraphrase Otter in Animal House: Tom Brady messed up. He trusted us. He believed the offensive line was good enough to protect a 45-year-old quarterback. (It wasn't.) … more

John Romano, Tampa Bay Times (TNS) | 1/19/23

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) poses for a portrait during the Mavericks media day, Monday, Sept. 26, 2022, in Dallas. (Elías Valverde II/The Dallas Morning News/TNS)

Cowlishaw: Are Luka Doncic, Mavs that different from Trae Young, Hawks?

Trae Young made his annual trip to the AAC Wednesday, and while the Hawks left town a 130-122 winner, we can at least declare Luka Doncic and the Mavs — now and forever — … more

Tim Cowlishaw, The Dallas Morning News (TNS) | 1/19/23

Kyle Busch, driver of the No. 8 Chevrolet Camaro for Richard Childress Racing, on track Monday, January 16, 2023, during the opening day of the two-day Goodyear Tire test at Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas.

Trio of NASCAR stars kick off preseason testing at COTA

Kyle Busch, Tyler Reddick and Austin Cindric got the 2023 NASCAR preseason started on Monday with a Goodyear Tire Test session at Circuit of the Americas. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 1/18/23

Dallas Cowboys kicker Brett Maher (19) looks on from the bench after missing his fourth point after try, during the second half against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in an NFC Wild Card game on Jan. 16, 2023, in Tampa, Florida. (Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning News/TNS)

Mac Engel: Dallas Cowboys kicker Brett Maher has come down with the yips at worst possible time

Now that the Dallas Cowboys’ have extended their season by one more week, their first phone call is to a kicker. A kicker. Any kicker. They can’t trust the one they … more

Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram (TNS) | 1/17/23

Mercedes-Benz Stadium is empty of fans but the Atlanta Falcons open the roof as they prepare to play the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/The Atlanta Journal-Constitution/TNS)

NFL shares info on how to buy tickets for potential Chiefs-Bills AFC title game in Atlanta

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The NFL is moving forward with plans for a possible Chiefs-Bills AFC Championship Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, even though it’s possible neither team will … more

Pete Grathoff, The Kansas City Star (TNS) | 1/17/23

The Texas Stars swept the Milwaukee Admirals in back-to-back games this weekend at the HEB Center. At the midway point of the season, Texas leads the Central Division with 50 points.

Texas Stars stay hot, sweep Milwaukee in weekend set

The Texas Stars made it look easy against the second-best team in their division this weekend. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 1/17/23

Dak Prescott (4) of the Dallas Cowboys rushes for a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second quarter in the NFC Wild Card playoff game at Raymond James Stadium on January 16, 2023, in Tampa, Florida. (Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images/TNS)

5 Cowboys-Buccaneers takeaways: Dallas picks up long-awaited road playoff win

The losing streak is over. If Tom Brady retires, he leaves the game having lost to the Dallas Cowboys in the final game of his expected Hall of Fame career. Brady’s future … more

Calvin Watkins, The Dallas Morning News (TNS) | 1/17/23

The Texas Star used a seventh-round shootout goal by Antonio Strangesto beat the Grand Rapids Griffins 3-2 Saturday night.

Texas Stars finish three-game road trip on high note

The Texas Stars wrapped up their three-game road trip with a shootout win over the Grand Rapids Griffins on Saturday night. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 1/8/23

Austin FC defender Ruben Gabrielsen (4) gestures to the supporters after recording an assist during a Major League Soccer match on September 14, 2022 in Austin, Texas. Austin FC won 3-0.

Ruben Gabrielsen returning to Norway after one year with Austin FC

Austin FC confirmed Thursday that defender Ruben Gabrielsen will move to Norwegian team Lillestrøm SK. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 1/5/23

Austin FC signed Finnish international center-back Leo Väisänen from Swedish club IF Elfsborg on Wednesday.

Austin FC signs Finnish defender Leo Väisänen from IF Elfsborg

Austin FC bolstered its defense on Wednesday with the addition of Finnish International center-back Leo Väisänen from Swedish club IF Elfsborg. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 1/4/23

Kansas State running back Deuce Vaughn (22) scores on a 20-yard touchdown reception during a Big 12 football game between Baylor and Kansas State on Nov. 12, 2022 in Waco, Texas. Kansas State won 31-3.

Cedar Ridge, Kansas State star Deuce Vaughn declares for NFL Draft

Former Cedar Ridge and Kansas State running back Deuce Vaughn announced Monday via Twitter that he would skip his senior season and enter the NFL Draft. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 1/3/23

The Texas Stars beat the Tucson Roadrunners on Saturday to close out 2022 on an 11-game point streak. They face the Grand Rapids Griffins on the road on Friday at Saturday.

Texas Stars finish 2022 on 11-game point streak

The Texas Stars are probably the hottest hockey team on the planet right now. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 1/3/23

Austin FC director of player personnel Sean Rubio, left, and Austin FC II head coach Brett Uttley Tuesday afternoon at Q2 Stadium. Austin FC II will begin play in MLS NEXT Pro in 2023.

Brett Uttley named head coach of Austin FC II in MLS NEXT Pro

Brett Uttley will be responsible for walking the fine line between player development and winning. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 12/13/22

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.

Austin FC, striker Gyasi Zardes agree to three-year deal

Austin FC signed free agent striker Gyasi Zardes to a three-year deal, the club announced on Monday. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 12/12/22

Austin FC midfielder Hector Jimenez (16) moves the ball during an MLS match between Austin FC and Minnesota United FC on October 16, 2021 in Austin, Texas.

Austin FC and Hector Jimenez agree to contract extension

Hector Jimenez, one of Austin FC’s key locker room leaders, agreed to a one-year extension on Thursday. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 12/9/22

Austin FC goalkeeper Brad Stuver (41) greets fans in the supporters section after 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.

Brad Stuver, Austin FC agree to new multi-year contract

Austin FC and goalkeeper Brad Stuver have agreed to a new contract through the end of the 2025 season, the club announced on Monday. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 11/21/22

VfB Stuttgart defender Konstantinos Mavropanos (5) heads the ball from a corner kick during a German Bundesliga club friendly between FC Koln and VfB Stuttgart on Nov. 19, 2022 in Austin, Texas. Stuttgart won 4-2.

VfB Stuttgart downs FC Köln in Bundesliga friendly at Q2 Stadium

VfB Stuttgart coach Michael Wimmer and FC Köln Steffen Baumgart walked in to Q2 Stadium for the first time, all they could do was stop and stare. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 11/21/22

Austin FC forward Diego Fagúndez (14) gets control of the ball during a Major League Soccer match between Atlanta United and Austin FC on July 9, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. Austin won 3-0.

Austin FC season ends after loss to LAFC in Western Conference Finals

There will be plenty of time to reflect on a truly historic Austin FC season, but there weren’t many positives on Sunday afternoon. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 10/30/22

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