Dr. Katie Lever is a former Division 1 athlete and current freelance sports writer whose work has appeared in Global Sport Matters, Sportico, Extra Points, Forbes, and other outlets. She is also the award-winning author of Surviving the Second Tier, a dystopian novel about the dark side of the college sports industry, available on Amazon. Follow Katie on Twitter and Instagram: @leverfever.
Indy Star columnist Gregg Doyel was at the center of controversy after his inappropriate question at Caitlin Clark’s introductory press conference with the Indiana Fever.
July 10, 1999; Pasadena, CA, USA; Members of the US soccer team parade around the Rose Bowl carrying the American flag after defeating China to win the Women’s World Cup. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY
Feb 17, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu (20) reacts after the Stephen vs Sebrina three-point challenge during NBA All Star Saturday Night at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 28, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift (center) walks off the field after the Kansas City Chiefs won the AFC Championship football game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 15, 2023; Fort Worth, TX, USA; LSU Tigers gymnast Olivia Dunne practices on floor routine with her team during the NCAA Women’s National Gymnastics Tournament Championship at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 21, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes forward Cotie McMahon (32) reacts during the NCAA women’s basketball game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Value City Arena. Ohio State won 100-92.
May 27, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Aces forward Aja Wilson (22) reacts during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Sparks at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-USA TODAY Sports
ATLANTA, GA – APRIL 05: A detail of giant NCAA logo is seen outside of the stadium on the practice day prior to the NCAA Men’s Final Four at the Georgia Dome on April 5, 2013 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
The Angel Reese situation at LSU is a mystery, but reckless speculation is only making it worse for everybody involved.
Mar 24, 2023; Greenville, SC, USA; Miami Hurricanes guard Haley Cavinder (14) looks for an open teammate against the Villanova Wildcats during the NCAA Women’s Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 6, 2023; Brooklyn, New York, USA; New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu (20) and Las Vegas Aces forward A’ja Wilson (22) fight for a loose ball in the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
College GameDay is known for the signs fans bring to the show, but what do they say about sports fandom and the wider culture?
Aug 20, 2023; Sydney, AUSTRALIA; Jenni Hermoso (10 Spain) passes the ball during the FIFA Womens World Cup 2023 Final football match between Spain and England at Stadium Australia in Sydney, Australia. Mandatory Credit: Noe Llamas/Sipa USA via USA TODAY Sports
Nov 26, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars defensive end Ron Stone Jr. (10) holds the Apple Cup trophy following a 40-13 victory against the Washington Huskies at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports
Different in the world of sports isn’t always a bad thing, especially when it comes to women’s sports and the Women's World Cup.
Jul 15, 2023; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Team Stewart guard Sabrina Ionescu (20) celebrates after scoring a four-point shot against Team Wilson during the first half in the 2023 WNBA All-Star Game at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2023; Greenville, SC, USA; Miami Hurricanes guard Haley Cavinder (14) and guard Hanna Cavinder (15) during the NCAA WomenÕs Tournament against the LSU Lady Tigers at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports