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Hilary Knight will play for PWHL expansion Detroit via sign-and-trade with Las Vegas, AP source says

Hilary Knight will play for PWHL expansion Detroit via sign-and-trade with Las Vegas, AP source says

John Wawrow, Associated Press  |  Updated June 8 - 6:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hilary Knight is heading to the PWHL's expansion team in Detroit as part of a sign-and-trade deal involving one of women's hockey's most recognized stars, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday.
US figure skaters touring with 'Stars on Ice' still basking in Olympic glow

US figure skaters touring with 'Stars on Ice' still basking in Olympic glow

Deanie Wimmer, KSL  |  Posted June 1 - 2:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

KSL spoke with the U.S. Olympic skaters about life after the Olympics during their stop in Utah during the Stars on Ice tour.
Utah softball star Huntyr Ava chases Olympic dream for American Samoa

Utah softball star Huntyr Ava chases Olympic dream for American Samoa

Tamara Vaifanua, KSL  |  Posted May 29 - 2:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Huntyr Ava played softball in high school, then became a powerhouse in college. Now, she's a coach and preparing to represent American Samoa at the 2028 Olympic Games.
IIHF says it will determine Russia's eligibility on a tournament-by-tournament basis in 2026-27

IIHF says it will determine Russia's eligibility on a tournament-by-tournament basis in 2026-27

The Associated Press  |  Posted May 29 - 9:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

The International Ice Hockey Federation said Friday it will determine the status of Russia's participation on an event-by-event basis for the 2026-27 season.
Celebrini and Crosby score as Canada beats US to advance to semifinals of ice hockey worlds

Celebrini and Crosby score as Canada beats US to advance to semifinals of ice hockey worlds

The Associated Press  |  Updated May 28 - 3:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Macklin Celebrini scored again, Sidney Crosby netted his first and Jet Greaves stopped 34 shots as Canada beat the United States 4-0 in a rematch of the Olympic final to advance to the semifinals at the ice hockey world championship on Thursday.
IOC President Kirsty Coventry says sports cut from 2032 Brisbane Games could return in future

IOC President Kirsty Coventry says sports cut from 2032 Brisbane Games could return in future

Graham Dunbar, Associated Press  |  Updated May 27 - 7:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics program will have a path to return at future Summer Games, IOC President Kirsty Coventry told sports leaders on Wednesday.
A Winter Olympics in NYC? Here's what New York's governor just said

A Winter Olympics in NYC? Here's what New York's governor just said

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted May 27 - 10:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's no secret that there's been interest in another Olympics for Lake Placid, New York. And with Gov. Kathy Hochul on board, New York's interest could someday pit it against Utah.
US beats Austria to set up a quarterfinal against unbeaten Canada at ice hockey worlds

US beats Austria to set up a quarterfinal against unbeaten Canada at ice hockey worlds

The Associated Press  |  Updated May 26 - 4:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The United States set up a quarterfinal showdown with fierce rival Canada at the ice hockey world championship by beating Austria 4-1 on Tuesday.
Kerley runs 9.97 at Enhanced Games, where Kristian Gkolomeev gets a $1M bonus for swimming mark

Kerley runs 9.97 at Enhanced Games, where Kristian Gkolomeev gets a $1M bonus for swimming mark

The Associated Press  |  Updated May 24 - 11:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Fred Kerley ran 100 meters in a pedestrian 9.97 seconds Sunday night to win the Enhanced Games in a race where the sprinters had to be placed in the starting blocks four times because of false starts and untied shoes.
A 10% tax on Olympic tickets? Why attending the 2028 Games could be even more costly

A 10% tax on Olympic tickets? Why attending the 2028 Games could be even more costly

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted May 22 - 10:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tickets to the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles may cost even more after a proposal to add a 10% tax to Olympic tickets starting next year was introduced by the City Council.
An SNL 'All Drug Olympics?' Not quite. But these Enhanced Games are no joke

An SNL 'All Drug Olympics?' Not quite. But these Enhanced Games are no joke

Eddie Pells, Associated Press  |  Posted May 22 - 2:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

only to have his arms snap off at the shoulders.
These women are training to represent the US in an Olympic sport they'd never heard of

These women are training to represent the US in an Olympic sport they'd never heard of

Jaimie Ding, Associated Press  |  Updated May 19 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

The last time the United States had a women's handball team at the Games was in 1996. Finding the money and resources needed to field a competitive U.S. team is a constant challenge.
Here's what Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn just told new grads

Here's what Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn just told new grads

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted May 19 - 6:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Olympic champion skier Lindsey Vonn began her commencement address to University of Southern California graduates by recognizing how far she's come.
Here's the country France wants to help host the 2030 Olympics

Here's the country France wants to help host the 2030 Olympics

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Updated May 18 - 8:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Even before France's bid was selected almost two years ago as the 2030 host, sites in Italy and the Netherlands were under consideration for speedskating events.
Community college student from Michigan to be 1st woman to represent US at world welding competition

Community college student from Michigan to be 1st woman to represent US at world welding competition

Mike Householder, Associated Press  |  Updated May 17 - 12:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

Growing up, Mikala Sposito dreamed of being a trailblazer.
Here's what top Team USA skaters just said about Utah's 2034 Winter Games

Here's what top Team USA skaters just said about Utah's 2034 Winter Games

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted May 17 - 11:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

'Stars on Ice' performers who competed in Milan's Olympics surprised to hear Maverik Center will be the figure skating venue.
Wasatch Back urged to engage in Utah's 2034 Winter Games

Wasatch Back urged to engage in Utah's 2034 Winter Games

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted May 16 - 5:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

For Utahns who missed out when the state last hosted the Olympics and Paralympics more than two decades ago, the 2034 Winter Games are being seen as offering a second chance.
USA Curling hires Canada great Gushue as high-performance director to boost Olympic gold-medal hopes

USA Curling hires Canada great Gushue as high-performance director to boost Olympic gold-medal hopes

Steve Douglas, Associated Press  |  Posted May 13 - 9:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

One of Canada's greatest curlers has been hired to improve the United States' gold-medal chances at the next two Olympic Games.
Will Paris hold Winter Olympic events in 2030?

Will Paris hold Winter Olympic events in 2030?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted May 9 - 10:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Paris, the site of the 2024 Summer Games, may once again be hosting Olympic events, this time during the winter version of the Olympics and Paralympics that follow for athletes with disabilities.