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The Texas Stars lost back-to-back games against the Rockford IceHogs in the first round of the Calder Cup playoffs to see their season come to an end last weekend.

Texas Stars eliminated in first round of Calder Cup playoffs

The Texas Stars lost back-to-back games in the first round of the Calder Cup playoffs to see their season come to an end last weekend. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/9/22

Los Angeles Galaxy forward Javier “Chicharito” Hernández (14) extends to kick the ball toward the net during the second half of a major league soccer match between Austin FC and the Los Angeles Galaxy on May 8, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Winning streak ends as Austin FC falls flat against LA Galaxy

Two takeaways from Austin FC’s 1-0 loss to LA Galaxy Sunday night at Q2 Stadium: more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/8/22

Austin FC goalkeeper Brad Stuver (1) is taken off the pitch on a stretcher after sustaining an injury in the first half of a Major League Soccer match between the Houston Dynamo and Austin FC on April 30, 2022 in Houston, Texas.

Andrew Tarbell rises to the moment in Austin FC's win over Houston Dynamo

Austin FC goalkeeper Andrew Tarbell’s routine doesn’t change depending on his role in the starting lineup or the intensity of the opponent. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/2/22

Austin FC goalkeeper Andrew Tarbell (31) makes a save during the first half of a Major League Soccer match between the Houston Dynamo and Austin FC on April 30, 2022 in Houston, Texas.

Austin FC rallies to beat Houston Dynamo, win fourth straight match

Three takeaways from Austin FC’s 2-1 win against Houston Dynamo FC Saturday afternoon at PNC Stadium: more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/30/22

Austin FC forward Maximiliano Urruti (37) gestures to the fans after scoring a second goal in the first half of a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and the Vancouver Whitecaps on April 23, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Maxi Urruti proving to be glue guy in first year with Austin FC

Between barbecues, dancing and scoring goals, Maxi Urruti has boosted the good vibes for Austin FC this season. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/27/22

Austin FC forward Diego Fagúndez (14) sets up a goal-scoring shot during the second half of a U.S. Open Cup match between San Antonio FC and Austin FC on April 20, 2022 in San Antonio, Texas.

Diego Fagundez bringing unrelenting energy to Austin FC

Diego Fagundez is the Energizer Bunny of Austin FC. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/26/22

Matt Murray is 4-1-0 since turning professional and signing with the Texas Stars last month. He saved 101 of the 103 shots he faced last week and won three games.

Matt Murray named Player of the Week as Texas Stars inch closer to playoff berth

Texas Stars goalie Matt Murray has only been a pro for one week, but he’s already shown he can make an impact. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/25/22

A tifo is raised before the start of a FIFA World Cup qualifier between the United States and Jamaica on October 7, 2021 in Austin, Texas. USA won 2-0

U.S. Soccer returning to Q2 Stadium for CONCACAF Nations League in June

U.S. Soccer just can’t stay away from Austin. The Federation announced on Friday that the U.S. Men’s National Team would begin the 2022-23 Concacaf Nations ... more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/25/22

Austin FC forward Maximiliano Urruti (37) gestures after scoring in the first half of a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and the Vancouver Whitecaps on April 23, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Urruti, Driussi power Austin FC to 3-0 win over Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Three quick takeaways from Austin FC’s 3-0 win over Vancouver Whitecaps FC Saturday night at Q2 Stadium: more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/23/22

Austin FC forward Danny Hoesen (9) makes his entrance as a late substitute in a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and Minnesota United FC on April 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Danny Hoesen sees dedication come full circle in win over D.C. United

Danny Hoesen could’ve given up after injuries derailed his first season with Austin FC. Instead, he doubled down with his commitment, and now, he's seeing his hard work pay off. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/19/22

Austin FC defender Ruben Gabrielsen (4) works against Minnesota United forward Luis Amarilla (9) during a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and Minnesota United FC on April 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Austin FC shows its grit in 1-0 win against Minnesota United FC

Austin FC might not have played with the same explosiveness and excitement on Sunday as it did in the first two home games, but the team showed something very elusive since the team first took the field last April: grit. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/11/22

Austin FC forward Maximiliano Urruti (37) shoots and scores the lone goal of a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and Minnesota United FC on April 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Austin FC gets back on track with 1-0 win over Minnesota United FC

Three thoughts from Austin FC’s 1-0 win over Minnesota United FC Sunday night at Q2 Stadium: more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/10/22

In this photo from Dec. 4, 2021, Aidan Hutchinson (97) of the Michigan Wolverines reacts after a sack during the second quarter in the Big Ten Championship against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (Justin Casterline/Getty Images/TNS)

2022 NFL mock draft: Three-round projections

A month might as well be a year when discussing the NFL news cycle. A month ago, Russell Wilson and Bobby Wagner were still Seahawks and Matt Ryan was still a Falcon. A month ago, Aaron Rodgers … more

Eddie Brown, The San Diego Union-Tribune (TNS) | 4/10/22

A detailed view of baseballs used for batting practice before a game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Houston Astros at Dodger Stadium on Aug. 3, 2021, in Los Angeles. (Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images/TNS)

How MLB's latest grand experiment is fueling skepticism and mistrust among players

There's a new addition to Dodger Stadium for the 2022 season that fans won't see but could impact the games they watch. A humidor occupies a room down the hallway from the home … more

Jorge Castillo, Los Angeles Times (TNS) | 4/10/22

The Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James (6) drives against the Dallas Mavericks' Luka Doncic (77) in the third quarter at crypto.com Arena on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, in Los Angeles. (Ronald Martinez/Getty Images/TNS)

Brad Townsend: LeBron James as a Dallas Maverick? Why the unimaginable is now conceivable, thanks to Luka Doncic.

Mere hours after they reached 50 wins for the first time in seven seasons, the Mavericks on Thursday morning trended on Twitter. Not, however, because of their milestone or their … more

Brad Townsend, The Dallas Morning News (TNS) | 4/9/22

Tiger Woods (L) and Joaquin Niemann of Chile walk off the 18th green after finishing their round during the second round of The Masters at Augusta National Golf Club on April 08, 2022, in Augusta, Georgia. (Andrew Redington/Getty Images/TNS)

Injury catches up with Tiger Woods for worst round at Masters

Tiger Woods got a glimpse Saturday of what the other side of 60 feels like. Though only 46 years old, the creaks, cricks and pops emanating from his right leg brought more grimaces … more

Chip Towers, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (TNS) | 4/9/22

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Dwayne Haskins celebrates with the crowd as time winds down in the fourth quarter against the Michigan Wolverines at Ohio Stadium on Nov. 24, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio. (Jamie Sabau/Getty Images/TNS)

Steelers QB Dwayne Haskins dies after getting hit by a truck in South Florida. He was 24.

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins was killed when he was hit by a dump truck while walking on Interstate 595 early Saturday morning, according to Florida Highway … more

Howard Cohen and David Wilson, Miami Herald (TNS) | 4/9/22

Hideki Matsuyama of Japan and caddie Shota Hayafuji walk to the 2nd green during the second round of The Masters at Augusta National Golf Club on Friday, April 8, 2022, in Augusta, Georgia. (Jamie Squire/Getty Images/TNS)

Masters winner gets a green jacket. His caddie also gets a piece of history.

It's the attire of painters, pig farmers and others looking to protect their nicer clothing. But at the world's most prestigious golf tournament, the immaculate white coveralls … more

Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times (TNS) | 4/9/22

Tiger Woods plays from the 14th fairway during the second round of The Masters at Augusta National Golf Club on Friday, April 8, 2022, in Augusta. (David Cannon/Getty Images/TNS)

The Tiger Woods Experience rolls into the weekend at the Masters

The signs came early. They were loud and clear that it was not going to be Tiger Woods’ day. Woods, amid a remarkable comeback from a car accident that jeopardized his right leg … more

Chris Vivlamore, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (TNS) | 4/9/22

Teoscar Hernandez (37) of the Toronto Blue Jays is called out as he slides into home in the seventh inning on a Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (13) double during their MLB game against the Texas Rangers on Opening Day at Rogers Centre on April 8, 2022, in Toronto, Canada. The call was reversed and Hernandez scored the run. (Cole Burston/Getty Images/TNS)

Rangers opening-day loss to Blue Jays was exciting, then disappointing — and not all that surprising

They play 162 for a reason, right? The story of a baseball team takes time to bloom. The strengths must ripen over months. It takes a spell for flaws to be exposed. What if it … more

Evan Grant, The Dallas Morning News (TNS) | 4/8/22

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