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    Jim Nantz and Grant Hill present March Madness coverage on CBS in 2019.

    The 10 Most Overused Cliches in Sports Broadcasting

    May 17, 2025By Liam Setterlund

    It’s a game of inches! Defense wins championships! We’ve heard them before, but what are the 10 most overused cliches in sports broadcasting?

    Naoya Inoue throws a punch at Stephen Fulton in their WBO and WBC super bantamweight title fight in Tokyo.

    The Five Best Boxers in the World Right Now

    March 18, 2025By Liam Setterlund

    Who is truly king of the ring? Find out about the five best boxers in the world right now and their incredible records.

    The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrate winning the 2024 MLB World Series against the New York Yankees.

    Which US States Have the Most Professional Sports Teams?

    January 15, 2025By Liam Setterlund

    There might be 50 US states, but some get more pro sports teams than others. Find out which has the most across NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB and MLS.

    F1 drivers interviewed by the Drive to Survive Netflix documentary-makers.

    The 25 Best Sports Documentaries of All-Time

    January 13, 2025By Ross O'Connor

    We have picked out the 25 best sports documentaries ever made, including stories on football, F1, climbing, basketball, hockey and more.

    Cynthia Cooper of the Houston Comets

    Most Successful Professional Sports Teams That No Longer Exist

    January 1, 2025By Liam Setterlund

    Take a trip down memory lane with a look at some of the most successful professional sports teams of the past that no longer exist.

    Close-up of the MetLife Stadium in New York.

    How Stadium Naming Rights Work and Why They Matter

    December 29, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    One of the earliest stadium naming rights deals took place in Buffalo in 1973, but since then this has become a common feature of sports.

    David Tepper, owner of the Carolina Panthers

    The 5 Richest Owners in US Sports

    December 25, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    Sports are big business these days and only the very wealthiest individuals can afford their own professional franchises.

    Manchester City celebrating winning the Champions League

    5 Sports Leagues Worldwide with the Most IG Followers

    December 22, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    Which sports leagues around the world attract the most followers on Instagram? We have checked the official accounts to find the answers.

    Carl Lewis celebrates with the US flag at the 1984 Olympics.

    5 Most Memorable Olympic Moments for Team USA

    December 21, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    The United States has enjoyed many golden Olympic moments over the year, and we have picked out the 5 best Olympic memories for Team USA.

    Philadelphia Eagles fans hold up a banner saying 'we play mean in that kelly green'.

    Top 5 US Sports Cities: Where Fans Live and Breathe Sports

    December 12, 2024By Luke Lindholm

    Which is America’s greatest sports town? We take you to the top 5 sports cities in the US to find the best fanbase in the country.

    Fireworks at the opening of the Extreme Football League (XFL).

    The 5 Best US Sports Leagues That No Longer Exist

    November 30, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    While the NFL and MLB remain constant, there are plenty of sports leagues that have come and gone, and we pick out five of the best of them.

    Youppi and Mr Met sports mascots.

    The Best Sports Mascots of All Time

    November 29, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    Sports mascots can be both loved and hated, but the seven we have picked out here are the greatest mascots of all time – bar none!

    Harvard Stadium, one of the oldest sports stadiums in the US.

    The Oldest Sports Stadiums in the US

    November 27, 2024By Ross O'Connor

    Take a tour of the oldest sports stadiums in the US still in use today, from baseball’s Fenway Park to college football grounds across the land.

    Cristiano Ronaldo's Facebook page with around 100 million followers.

    The Impact of Social Media on Modern Athlete Branding

    November 23, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    Social media has changed the way that athletes interact with the public, opening up new opportunities for fan engagement and endorsements.

    Celtic and Rangers players confront one another in the Glasgow Derby.

    The 5 Most Intense Rivalries in International Sports

    November 22, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    We look outside the US to check out some of the fiercest rivalries in international sports, from soccer to tennis and cricket.

    Mercedes Benz football stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

    The 5 Most Expensive Sports Stadiums in the US

    November 20, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    Find out which were the five most expensive stadiums in the United States to construct, and see if you agree whether they were worth it!

    Sam Darnold in a New York Jets uniform.

    How Free Agency Has Transformed Professional Sports

    November 14, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    Free agency has undoubtedly changed the way sports are played. More specifically, it allows for better negotiations and higher salaries for a player, which depending on your perspective can be a good or bad thing. With free agency comes more player independence, and the ability to make more specific personal demands. It has been introduced […]

    Steph Curry at a press conference.

    The 5 Most Followed US Sports Stars on Instagram

    November 13, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    We take a look at the five US sports stars with the biggest number of followers on Instagram – and surprisingly no NFL players make the list!

    Dak Prescott of the Cowboys salutes the crowd at AT&T Stadium.

    The Top 5 Most Valuable Sports Franchises in 2024

    November 12, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    The 5 richest sports franchises in the world are all from the US, but you may be surprised by a couple of entries on this list.

    Sports coach checking AI powered watch.

    How Tech Is Changing Refereeing in Sports

    November 10, 2024By Liam Setterlund

    In the past few years we have seen an increase in the use of technology to assist in officiating sports. We ask whether this is a positive or not!