Each of the 16 teams will play 30 regular-season matches
Kathleen Gier
Kathleen Gier is Executive Editor of The IX Sports and The IX Basketball. As a Kansas City native, she occasionally pitches in on Big 12 coverage in addition to other stories from events like the WNBA All-Star Game or Final Four.
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Celebration and innovation: Tobin Heath and Christen Press adjust to life after competition
How the two World Cup champions are channeling their competitive fire into RE-INC
Posted inThe IX Soccer
KC Current tap former USMNT star Chris Armas as next head coach
Angie Long: ‘Chris is the perfect fit for an already strong, successful organization’
Posted inThe IX Soccer
Florida State wins 2025 NCAA College Cup
Sophomore forward Wrianna Hudson led the way with her second game-winner of the tournament
Posted inThe IX Soccer
Rose Lavelle leads Gotham to its second NWSL title in three seasons
The Bats concluded their improbable run from eight place to the trophy
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Temwa Chawinga headlines 2025 NWSL Awards
The two-time Golden Boot winner paced the league with 15 goals in 23 matches
Posted inFeatures, Premium Category, Soccer
Shield winners stumble in NWSL Playoffs quarterfinals
The IX: Soccer Monday with Kathleen Gier, Nov. 10, 2025
Posted inFeatures, Phoenix Mercury, WNBA
‘AT for MVP’: How Alyssa Thomas’ standout season in Phoenix has her in the MVP conversation again
Averaging career-high marks in points and assists, Thomas’ stats speak for themselves in her MVP campaign
Posted inFeatures, Phoenix Mercury, WNBA
Well-timed homestand propels Phoenix Mercury into favorable playoff position
The Mercury locked up home court advantage with their sixth consecutive victory on Thursday
Posted inFeatures, NCAAW
Final Four notebook: Charlie Baker addresses the media, Rori Harmon undecided on WNBA Draft
Plus, Cori Close reflects on UCLA history and Shay Holle leaves winning legacy at Texas