UEFA Women’s Euro news: Analysing the Lionesses’ disappointing performance against France
In the post-match interview after the loss to France, Sarina Wiegman described England’s first performance in the Women’s Euro 2025 the best, saying: “We were too sloppy.”
Even before England scored a disallowed goal in the 15th minute, there were signs that the Lionesses were not playing to the high standards they’ve set for themselves.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Vanely Barumire analyses the Lionesses’ loss against France.
Cricket news: Smriti Mandhana – Indian batting star shattering boundaries, one six at a time
Cricket is more than just a sport in India. It’s not simply about a bat and a ball. Rather, it’s the heartbeat of the nation, a pulse that rushes through every Indian’s veins.
The sport is, in every sense, the epitome of patriotism, writes Sports News Blitz’s Ishita Trivedi.
Breaking barriers: British rower Helen Glover’s journey from Olympic gold to parenthood and back
Helen Glover is a double Olympic gold medallist, triple World Champion, and one of Britain’s most successful rowers. From PE teacher to global icon, she made history at London 2012 and Rio 2016.
In this exclusive interview with The Champions Speakers Agency, Helen shares her views on elite mindset, parenthood, and pushing limits at every stage of life.
Sports News Blitz-sponsored Horsforth Hawks soar to tournament glory
The Horsforth Hawks Reds rounders team, sponsored by Sports News Blitz, secured their first ever rounders tournament victory at the weekend, going unbeaten and edging out the Batley Ninjettes in a tense final at Horsforth Sports Club.
The tournament, which took place on Saturday, June 21, saw the Reds dominate the group stages with wins over Colton Comets, the Mighty Wildcats, and EKTA Eagles.
Their consistent performances set the tone early, earning them a spot in the semi-finals where they overcame a strong Idle Red Kites side.
The final proved to be the toughest test of the day…
Major League Baseball to invest in new women’s professional softball league
Major League Baseball (MLB) has joined the women’s sports investment train by partnering with the new Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL), which is set to launch on June 7.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.
Tennis news: Jasmine Paolini’s Italian Open win improves French Open hopes
Jasmine Paolini became the first home player to win the Italian Open in 40 years when she beat American star Coco Gauff - with the victory improving her position for the French Open.
Paolini secured her win at the Foro Italico in Rome, cheered on by Italian president Sergio Mattarella as she defeated Gauff 6-4, 6-2, writes Sports News Blitz’s Shameeka Voyiya.
Female athletes absent from 2025 Forbes Highest-Paid Athletes list
Forbes recently revealed their list of the World’s Highest-Paid Athletes for 2025 and, despite a great year for women’s sports globally, no female athletes made the cut.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.
Women’s Tennis Association introduces paid maternity leave for players
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on a groundbreaking shift in women’s tennis, as the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) unveils a paid maternity leave initiative in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF).
This move addresses a long-standing gap in professional sports, ensuring female players receive essential family planning support.
Women’s Elite Rugby heralds new dawn for women’s rugby in the US
Former Procter & Gamble executive Deb Henretta has stated that the overwhelming recent success of women’s sports will benefit the upcoming launch of Women’s Elite Rugby (WER).
Sports News Blitz’s Shameeka Voyiya breaks down the story.
Whoopi Goldberg launches new all-women sports network
American actor and TV personality Whoopi Goldberg has officially announced the launch of the first-ever global women’s sports channel, All Women’s Sports Network (AWSN).
Sports News Blitz’s Shameeka Voyiya reports on the exciting announcement.