Summary

The University of Tennessee Volunteers triumphed in the Men's College World Series, securing their first title since 1999 with a dramatic 6-5 Game 3 victory over Texas A&M. PGA of America CEO Seth Waugh announced his departure, coinciding with similar leadership changes at other major golf governing bodies. The 2024 NBA Draft spotlighted French talent with Zaccharie Risacher and Alex Sarr being selected as the top two picks, while Bronny James is drafted 55th. Meanwhile, the Rookie of the Year race in the WNBA is heating up with notable candidates Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark, the latter recently excluded from the Olympic team. As the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics draw near, athletes like Sha Carri Richardson are making headlines with their qualifications, overcoming past controversies. 

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1st Quarter: Copa America

One week into Copa America, the 48th edition of the world's oldest national team tournament, we’ve already seen two teams, Argentina and Venezuela punch their tickets to the quarterfinals after just two matches, showcasing their prowess and determination. Jamaica has been eliminated, while the Men’s US team is now 1-1 after a devastating loss against Panama last night. Things went bad for them right in the 18th minute of the game when Tim Weah was shown a straight red card for striking a Panama defender. They play Uruguay on Monday in a tough match which has now turned into a must win.

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2nd Quarter: Sports Business

In a year of significant leadership changes in golf's governing bodies, Seth Waugh, CEO of the PGA of America, announced his upcoming departure. This decision aligns with similar moves by European Tour CEO Keith Pelley and R&A CEO Martin Slumbers earlier this year. Waugh's tenure, nearly six years long, mirrored that of his predecessors and saw him leave the PGA arguably stronger than when he began in 2018.

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3rd Quarter: Professional Sports

The 2024 NBA Draft saw France making a significant mark with three of the top ten picks, including Zaccharie Risacher (Ri-za-share) and Alex Sarr going first and second overall, respectively. This marks the second consecutive year a French player has been selected first. While that’s all great, the biggest headline here is probably Bronny James, son of LeBron, being drafted to the Lakers, with the 55th pick in the draft. I can’t help but draw Star Wars comparisons to Luke and Darth Vader. Closing this quarter out, the rookie of the year race heats up with a spotlight on Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark, the latter facing disappointment after being left off the Olympic team.

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4th Quarter: Deeper Dive

With the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics just a month away, athletes have begun their final qualifications. Sha Carri Richardson has successfully qualified, moving past her controversial ban due to marijuana use from the Tokyo 2021 Olympics, while veteran soccer player Alex Morgan faces exclusion from the USWNT Olympic roster due to concerns over her age at 35. As the games approach, the anticipation builds, spotlighting both new talents and seasoned athletes ready to make their mark on the world stage.

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The Bulletin Brief:

MCWS 2024 Review (ESPN)

Seth Waugh steps down as PGA CEO(SBJ)

NBA Draft 1st Round (NBA)

Bronny Drafted (CNN)

Sha’Carri Richardson Dominates 100m Trials (NBC)

Alex Morgan left off WSNT’s Olympic Roster (ESPN)