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Christmas Abbott piling up fans, skeptics

Christmas Abbott could become the first full-time female crew pit member for a Sprint Cup Series racing team, but she’s drawn plenty of cheers and jeers for the way she’s come into the sport.

May 20 1:51 PM ET | By Ryan McGee

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Final four set for NCAA women's lacrosse tournament

The final four teams have been determined for the NCAA Division I women's lacrosse tournament

May 20 10:54 AM ET | By espnW.com news services

3 high school stars selected for USA U19 team

USA Basketball selects three players from the 2014 class -- A'ja Wilson, Brianna Turner and Gabby Green -- to its 2013 FIBA U19 World Championship team.

May 20 8:01 AM ET

Isaacson: Sorenstam's venture at Colonial still inspires

Ten years later, the magnificence of Annika Sorenstam's efforts at Colonial hasn't dimmed, and those who were there still marvel at her courage.

May 21 1:48 AM ET | By Melissa Isaacson

Ford: Trying times for top women cyclists

The women's one-off time trial at the Tour of California was sandwiched between a field of amateurs and the 112 men in the professional field, leaving women riders wondering when they'll get their own bigger stage.

May 18 1:37 PM ET | By Bonnie D. Ford

espnW Photos of the Week: May 13 to 19, 2013

Best in women's sports from around the world May 13 to 19, 2013.

Jan 1

A bellyful of sports crazy this week

Donna Lebano's decision to wait until the Blackhawks game ended to give birth is almost as skewed as a J.R. Smith jumper. It's a bellyful of crazy in The Buzz That Was.

May 17 4:42 PM ET | By D'Arcy Maine

Rosewater: Under Armour CEO has grand vision for horse racing

Kevin Plank is no stranger to venturing into businesses that make people turn their heads. First there was Under Armour, now it's horse racing, where he wants his Sagamore Farm to produce a Triple Crown winner.

May 17 3:59 PM ET | By Amy Rosewater

Annika Sorenstam: 10-Year Anniversary at Colonial

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James: Add helping a foal to Danica Patrick's new experiences

Danica Patrick just missed the birth of her namesake, but she got there in time to dry him off and help him up. However, there was one thing she couldn't do.

May 16 12:32 PM ET | By Brant James

2014 recruit Alliya Butts sports versatile game

Undeclared junior point guard Alliya Butts of New Jersey brings a little bit of everything when she steps foot on the basketball court

May 16 9:16 AM ET

6-9 Nancy Mulkey brings game to U16 trials

At 15 years old, Texas girls’ basketball player Nancy Mulkey is approaching 6-foot-10, but she’s more than just her height. Texas and Baylor already have taken notice.

May 16 9:21 AM ET | By Harold Gutmann

Ford: Set to race in Cali time trial, Mara Abbott knows she belongs

Self-doubt and a destructive eating disorder sidelined Mara Abbott. But the yearlong hiatus was a blessing in disguise, as the talented cyclist has found her balance, and a newfound resolve, heading into Friday's Tour of California women's time trial.

May 15 9:58 PM ET | By Bonnie D. Ford

TWSS: Realignment makes Wings-Hawks series special

The Blackhawks and Red Wings will square off in the Western Conference semifinals, and in this week's TWSS, Sarah Spain explains why this final go-round will be one to remember.

May 15 1:10 PM ET | By Sarah Spain

James: Danica Patrick enduring a tough stretch

Whether hampered by a poor qualifying effort, caught in a late wreck or confounded by the new Gen-6 race car, Danica Patrick has struggled of late.

May 15 9:14 AM ET | By Brant James

espnW Photos of the Week: May 6 to 12, 2013

Best in women's sports from around the world May 6 to 12, 2013.

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James: Starting way back, Danica Patrick finishes 28th

Danica Patrick and her crew chief found positives after a 28th-place finish Saturday. Patrick had her work cut out for her, starting 40th and racing in a backup car.

May 12 2:22 AM ET | By Brant James

McManus: Firing highlights double standard

TV sports reporter Susannah Collins was fired because of the same videos that had gotten her noticed, highlighting the bind women face in an industry based on looks.

May 10 5:35 PM ET | By Jane McManus

Fired up in The Buzz That Was

We'll let Phyllis Tobias' middle digit let you know what we think of the cavemen at Maxim. Obviously, they couldn't handle a real woman.

May 10 7:01 PM ET | By D'Arcy Maine

Foudy: Perspective a wonderful gift

As her children start playing sports, Julie Foudy's Mother's Day wish is to give them the balanced, loving support she got from her parents.

May 10 1:28 PM ET | By Julie Foudy

Natalie Hernandez taking swings for mom

Natalie Hernandez has been on a hot streak at the plate for the Illinois-Chicago Flames, and the inspiration for her focus comes from her mother, who is struggling in a battle against cancer.

May 10 1:28 PM ET | By Andrew Linnehan

Smith: Sports moms personify victory, defeat

There's nothing quite like being a mom and raising an athlete. Michelle Smith writes about the rewarding experience of her child playing sports -- that is, when she can stomach watching.

May 10 2:50 PM ET | By Michelle Smith