Sports

The Australian Open Is the Tip of a Melting Iceberg

The Australian Open Is the Tip of a Melting Iceberg The Australian Open Is the Tip of a Melting Iceberg

All outdoor sports will be profoundly affected by our heating climate. Will the sports world do anything or just let it burn?

Jan 17, 2020 / Dave Zirin

John Carlos and Tommie Smith at the 1968 Olympics

John Carlos Responds to the New Olympics Ban on Political Protest John Carlos Responds to the New Olympics Ban on Political Protest

The 1968 Olympian points out the hypocrisy of new rules against any political demonstrations on the field or medal stand. 

Jan 14, 2020 / Dave Zirin

Michael Bennett

Why Are There So Few Black Coaches in the NFL? It’s the Racism, Stupid. Why Are There So Few Black Coaches in the NFL? It’s the Racism, Stupid.

There are only three black head coaches in the NFL—a majority-black league—for an obvious reason.

Jan 10, 2020 / Dave Zirin

Military jets fly over Arrowhead Stadium

Can Sports Be a Site of War Resistance? Can Sports Be a Site of War Resistance?

Athletes have used their platforms to amplify messages against police brutality and other forms of oppression—can they do the same for war?

Jan 7, 2020 / Dave Zirin

David Stern Obit

The Towering, Complicated Legacy of David Stern The Towering, Complicated Legacy of David Stern

The NBA commissioner, who helmed the league for 30 years, has passed away, and his history demands serious examination.

Jan 2, 2020 / Dave Zirin

Megan Rapinoe and team

The Athletes Who Fought Back in 2019 The Athletes Who Fought Back in 2019

For a taste of political resistance and victory, look no further than the world of sports.

Dec 20, 2019 / Dave Zirin

Kamaru Usman

MAGA MMA Fighter Makes a Titanic Error by Taunting His Immigrant Opponent MAGA MMA Fighter Makes a Titanic Error by Taunting His Immigrant Opponent

Kamaru Usman was very upset by Trump-loving opponent Colby Covington's anti-immigrant bombast. He showed just how upset once the fight began.

Dec 17, 2019 / Dave Zirin

NFL Salute to Service logo

Before There Was Donald Trump, There Was American Football Before There Was Donald Trump, There Was American Football

The brutal and racist culture of our national pastime should have shown us a president like Trump was possible.

Dec 13, 2019 / Robert Lipsyte

Baseball’s Hall of Fame Finally Admits Labor Pioneer Marvin Miller

Baseball’s Hall of Fame Finally Admits Labor Pioneer Marvin Miller Baseball’s Hall of Fame Finally Admits Labor Pioneer Marvin Miller

At least two owners and executives cast their secret ballot for the Major League Baseball Players Association’s former head.

Dec 10, 2019 / Peter Dreier

Baseball Will Probably Turn Its Back on Marvin Miller—Again

Baseball Will Probably Turn Its Back on Marvin Miller—Again Baseball Will Probably Turn Its Back on Marvin Miller—Again

Yet without his leadership players would still be bought, sold, and traded like animals or used cars.

Dec 6, 2019 / Marc Normandin

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