Title: SBJ Weekly — May 13, 2024: Sports Business Awards nominees
Summary: Upfront week and sports are stealing the spotlight, leaving the pie for the WNBA to claim. Why is the WNBA going to Toronto so important? San Diego, the baseball town, is still holding strong.

Title: Even as interest in women’s college sports rises, report finds big gap in participation • Kentucky Lantern
Summary: GAO: Women are way behind men in college sports, even though they’re way ahead in the enrollment game. The criticism comes at a time when women’s college sports, especially basketball, are all the rage and everyone’s watching.

Title: Michigan roots: How my mom kindled my love of sports
Summary: The writer’s mom is a Michigan alum and grew up in Ann Arbor. Her family has had football season tickets for over 50 years. The love of football is an emotional, intellectual, spiritual kind of love. It’s like a religion, but without the holy book.

Title: Greg Olsen’s Youth Sports Platform Reels in $4.5M in Seed Money
Summary: Former NFL star Greg Olsen is on a mission to revolutionize youth sports with his new venture, Youth Inc. This innovative company aims to provide a fun and educational experience for kids while also serving as a one-stop-shop for all their sports gear needs. With a focus on entertainment and education, Youth Inc. is set to change the game for millions of young athletes across the country. Get ready to score big with Youth Inc.!

Title: Sports Schedule For May 13 –
Summary: NCHSAA 1-A playoffs: Cape Hatteras at East Bladen, 5 p.m. Bladen Recreation Softball at County Park8-10-year-oldsRiptide vs. Heat, 6 p. m.

Title: THIS DAY IN SPORTS HISTORY: 5/13
Summary: In 1958, the St. Louis Cardinals’ Stan Musial made history by becoming the eighth player in Major League Baseball to reach the impressive milestone of 3,000 career hits. Fast forward to 1982, and the Chicago Cubs were celebrating their 8,000th career franchise victory, crushing the Astros 5-0 in Houston. And in 1993, George Brett hit his 300th career home run, solidifying his place among the greats.

Title: Wayne Area Sports Hall of Fame offers grants to local youth groups
Summary: Don’t miss this chance to get some cash from the Wayne Area Sports Hall of Fame, which is giving away up to $500 in grants to local groups. You have until May 30 to apply, or you’ll be left in the dust. The Wayne Area Sports Hall of Fame was started in 1993, but it’s still kicking.

Title: The Sports Report: Padres have the Dodgers’ number this season
Summary: The Los Angeles Dodgers took a beating from the San Diego Padres on Sunday, losing 4-0. Shohei Ohtani, the star pitcher, was on the sidelines because of a sore back. Walker Buehler, the rookie sensation, had a rough time in his comeback from Tommy John surgery. The Kansas City Royals showed their dominance over the Angels, winning 4-2.

Title: Commanders rookie receiver Luke McCaffrey building a fast rapport with Jayden Daniels
Summary: The Washington Commanders wasted no time in picking up some talent for their roster. They snatched up wide receiver Luke McCaffrey in the third round, and quarterback Jayden Daniels in the first round. The two of them hit it off right away at the Commanders’ rookie minicamp, and McCaffrey said they are already in sync. He even added that Daniels is the best quarterback he has ever played with.