“It’s something I can always work on” - Caitlin Clark on her body language.

USWNT kicks off June friendlies in São Paulo 

The USWNT is back in action tomorrow, kicking off the first of two friendlies against Brazil in another tough test ahead of November’s World Cup qualifiers.

• It’s the USWNT’s first time playing As Canarinhas in Brazil since 2014 — and the team’s first road trip since its post-2024 Olympics European tour.

• “This is another moment where we get to see how we cope with all of the environmental conditions that come with going to Brazil,” said manager Emma Hayes. “This gives us an opportunity to really pick up some valuable lessons.” (See full report)

Taking stock: Fans could see Triple Espresso trio Mallory Swanson, Sophia Wilson, and Trinity Rodman reunited on the pitch for the first time in nearly two years.

• “Just having my sisters back is amazing,” Rodman said. “And then on the field, I feel like our connection is so good.”

• “It’s been super exciting just to see everyone again and getting caught up to speed,” added Swanson. (See full roster)

Tune in: The US takes on Brazil tomorrow at 5:30 PM ET, live on TBS.

Texas wins 2nd straight WCWS title

The Longhorns have done it again, as Texas took down Texas Tech 4-1 on Thursday to sweep the Women’s College World Series Finals and earn a second straight title.

• Junior pitching Teagan Kavan extended a flawless postseason run, winning her second WCWS Most Outstanding Player award throwing Wednesday’s complete game victory before closing out Game 2 in relief.

• “Today when she came in and she smelled the win, she would not give that up,” coach Mike White said of his ace. “She shut the door so hard.” (Watch full highlights)

Building steam: Despite early-tournament losses and elimination scares, the “Heart Attack Horns” are making a strong case for NCAA softball’s newest dynasty.

• “Winning last year took this program to the next level,” said senior Ashton Maloney. “You’re going to see a lot of national championships from the University of Texas in the coming years.”

• The series also capped Texas Tech pitcher NiJaree Canady’s decorated college career, after taking the Red Raiders to back-to-back WCWS Finals as the program’s star $1 million transfer.

Up next: Canady and several of her peers will quickly turn pro, as the expanded Athletes Unlimited Softball League kicks off its 2026 season on Tuesday.

Indiana scores Commissioners Cup reset

No. 7 Indiana appears back on track, as the Fever toppled No. 2 Atlanta 83-71 to open its WNBA Commissioner’s Cup defense in style.

• Fever big three Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, and Kelsey Mitchell carried the game, combining for 61 of Indiana’s 83 points — while holding Dream leading scorer Allisha Gray to just 13 points on the night.

• “There’s always going to be conversation, and I totally respect that,” Clark said of Indiana’s recent headline-making struggles. “But the sky is not falling.” (Watch full highlights)

Scouting report: The Fever will aim to get another result against New York on Saturday, taking on a Liberty side confronting its own adversity.

• Injury-plagued guard Sabrina Ionescu has played just one game for New York this year, though the team is hopeful she’ll return to the court tomorrow.

• “May happened — that month was a little bit of a learning period for us,” said Liberty forward Breanna Stewart. “But this is June, now it’s our month to build that confidence.” (See full clip)

Tune in: Indiana visits New York tomorrow at 8 PM ET, live on CBS.

Catch up on the latest women’s soccer headlines, as all-new episode of The Late Sub presented by Ally Bank dishes up host Claire Watkins’s hottest takes on all things USWNT, NWSL, Champions League, and more.

• As the NWSL heads into its June break, Claire dives into some of the season’s biggest surprises: Utah looks legit, Gotham’s low-margin play keeps winning, and Houston and Angel City are in free fall.

• Plus, Claire sizes up the rookie pool and reveals this year’s MVP frontrunners.

Tune in: Catch The Late Sub with Claire Watkins on YouTube.

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Mirra Andreeva eyes 1st Grand Slam win

Mirra Andreeva is on the brink of history, as the 19-year-old reached her first-ever Grand Slam final on Thursday following a rollercoaster of a French Open.

• As the semifinals’ highest remaining seed, the world No. 8 ousted No. 15 Marta Kostyuk to become the youngest Roland Garros finalist since Coco Gauff’s 2022 run.

• “I just told myself, no matter what happens, I am going to fight and give my best,” Andreeva said postmatch. “With this kind of mindset, I ended up winning.” (Watch full highlights)

Next up: Andreeva now has to get past underdog Maja Chwalińska, just the second-ever women’s qualifier to reach a Grand Slam final in the Open era.

• “I feel like I am in a bubble — I don’t know what’s going on," Chwalińska said after downing No. 23 Diana Shnaider 7-6 (4), 6-4. “After the tournament it will be time to process it.” (Watch full highlights)

Tune in: The French Open final kicks off Saturday at 9 AM ET, live on TNT.

WSL & Airbnb launch player housing fund

The WSL is teaming up with rental site Airbnb, as the UK league looks to help pro women’s footballers find short-term housing during transfers.

• The £1 million Player Accommodation Fund will cover transfer windows across the next three years, with WSL Football doling out support directly to relocating players.

• “By providing safe, short-term accommodation options, players are able to settle more quickly and focus on their performance on the pitch, rather than off-field logistical challenges,” said former England international Fara Williams. (See full release)

Big picture: While US leagues like the NWSL and WNBA offer CBA-mandated team-provided housing, relocation costs are less regulated in the European game.

• “As the transfer market continues to evolve, we also want to support players and clubs by removing a potential area of friction when players find themselves in new locations,” added WSL CRO Zarah Al-Kudcy.

Number of the day

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Minnesota’s Olivia Miles set a new WNBA rookie record for made 3-pointers, shooting 8-of-11 from beyond the arc in Thursday’s win over Golden State.