From @TheAthleticFC: World Cup star Michael Olise joined a pick-up match in New York City wearing just socks on his feet. It gave a group of amateur players a story they will retell to their friends for years to come.
From @TheAthletic: A cottonmouth — a venomous species of viper — was removed from a high school player's football helmet. "What’s shocking was this kid had worn the helmet for at least an hour, if not longer."
From @TheAthletic: Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White fired back at online criticism after some on social media faulted White for not criticizing a flagrant foul committed against Sophie Cunningham in a recent game.