For years, 14-year-old Marlon Cortez held up a sagging goal net with his own hands before every practice. On Tuesday, he stood on a brand-new field. @bayareaHC@eatlearnplay
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Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry has signed a shoe endorsement contract with Chinese company Li-Ning -- a landmark 10-year deal, sources tell ESPN. Li-Ning extends his Curry Brand venture globally and encompasses basketball products, athleisure, the ability for Curry to sign athletes under his brand, and a full golf line.
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In the first ever Valkyries coaches vs media pickup game, Natalie Nakase and her staff completely eviscerated us. But the important thing is— we had fun.
My column and observations on what happened and how we fared:
https://t.co/DticHnNshK
Will Richard on what Steve Kerr’s return means to him.
“Coach Kerr has done so much for this organization, and he’s done a lot for me personally by making my transition into the NBA much easier. So it’s great to have him back, and everyone is definitely excited about it.”
Will Richard read Stephen Curry’s book I Am Extraordinary to children at Chase Center.
He said: “Steph is involved in so many great things, so being able to read a book like that for kids — something that motivates and inspires them — is very special for me.”@warriors
This isn’t just about whether Steve Kerr stays or goes — it’s about a much bigger question the Warriors need to ask.
✍️Full Story: https://t.co/vphOfCxB8f
What Warriors are chasing now isn’t just another trophy, but the freedom to decide and even against time itself— how they want to fight.
✍️Full story: https://t.co/lA8NzmBO0T
Pooh played 8 years in China.
He thought his friend was still hooping.
Then we showed him that Ding @OfficialDing8 , once the best player in China had retired.
He froze.
Then the memories hit.
This is what sports really looks like beyond stats, contracts, and leagues.
No borders. Just people.
This 12-minute story went viral in China, so I figured I’d share it here.
1.5M views in 48 hours.
Thousands of comments. Thousands of shares.
And honestly, @PoohJeter might be one of the most loved foreign players China has ever had.
Real ones know.
Couldn’t attend the game in person, so I spent time reading stories by other beats, including:
- Why aren’t there really that many “what-ifs” in sports
- The secrets behind Brandin Podziemski
- What makes Draymond so good
✍️https://t.co/pOR05RJIeO
Valkyries officially ink Kaila Charles to a multi-year deal, a sneaky good retention given how well she performed for them last year.
Worked herself from a 7-day contract into a key piece in Natalie Nakase’s rotation and now has long-term security.
🟣Valkyries announced they have signed forward Laeticia Amihere, guard Kaitlyn Chen, center Mariella Fasoula, and guard Miela Sowah to training camp contracts.
Janelle Salaün:
- 2026 WNBA All-Rookie Team
- FIBA World Cup Qualifiers: MVP & All-Star Five
- Rookie season: 11.3 PPG, 5.1 RPG (22 double-digit games, 3 games with 20+ points)