FIFA has handed down a three-year ban to former Spanish soccer federation president Luis Rubiales for misconduct at the Women’s World Cup final, which included forcibly kissing a player on the lips. The incident has sparked a debate about the appropriateness of Rubiales’ behavior and the need for more stringent regulations to protect players. FIFA’s decision to ban Rubiales is a clear indication that it takes such matters seriously and is committed to upholding the principles of “fair play, loyalty and integrity” in the sport.
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American hockey player Adam Johnson died following a “freak accident” during a game in England on Saturday. He suffered a serious cut to the neck from a skate, and was taken to a hospital in Sheffield where he was pronounced dead. The Elite Ice Hockey League released a statement expressing their “deepest sympathies” to Johnson’s family and friends, noting he was an “incredible player and a great person” who had played for the Minnesota Wild and the San Jose Sharks in the NHL, and was a member of Team USA at the 2018 Winter Olympics.
Che Flores, the NBA's first out nonbinary and transgender referee, has entered their second season as an NBA staff referee. They have experienced being misgendered in the past, but being able to identify as nonbinary and transgender has allowed them to feel more comfortable. The NBA has been making strides to be more inclusive and accepting of the LGBTQ+ community, including launching the NBA Pride Collection and hosting its first-ever Pride Game in June 2021. Flores's story is a reminder of the importance of representation in sports.
Tasha Butts, Georgetown Women's Basketball Coach, passed away on Monday after a two-year battle with breast cancer. Her diagnosis inspired the Tasha Tough campaign, which has raised thousands of dollars to help women in need. Butts' death is a reminder of the importance of early detection and treatment of breast cancer, and her legacy will live on through the Tasha Tough campaign.
Michigan State University has issued an apology after inappropriate content, including images of Adolf Hitler and his birthplace, was displayed on the video board prior to their football game against No. 2 Michigan. MSU is actively investigating the source of the content and has promised to take appropriate action to ensure this does not happen again.
Sir Bobby Charlton, an English soccer icon and member of the 1966 World Cup-winning team, passed away at the age of 86. He was the leading scorer for both Manchester United and England for over 40 years and survived the Munich air disaster in 1958. His career was marked by sportsmanship, integrity, and outstanding football qualities, and he was remembered by Manchester United as a hero to millions. Geoff Hurst is now the only living member of the 1966 England team, and Charlton's family released a statement saying he died surrounded by his family.
Two people have been arrested in connection with a Lake Tahoe-area attack that left one man dead and his wife in critical condition. Danny Serafini, a former Major League Baseball pitcher, and Samantha Scott were arrested separately in Nevada in connection to the slaying of Robert Gary Spohr and the attempted murder of Wendy Wood. The Placer County Sheriff's Office is continuing to investigate the attack and is asking anyone with information to contact them.
Mary Lou Retton, a former Olympic gymnast, is in intensive care after suffering a "scary setback" in her battle with a rare form of pneumonia. Her daughter Shayla Schrepfer shared the news on social media and noted that Retton had been making progress earlier in the week, but experienced a setback on Tuesday. Retton's family has asked for privacy and expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of love and support from fans and well-wishers.