Explainer: How 81-1 shot Rich Strike won the Kentucky Derby

Horses at odds of nearly 81-1 don’t win the Kentucky Derby. Jockeys who have never won any big stakes race of any kind don’t win the Kentucky Derby. Owners with fewer than 10 career wins don’t win the Kentucky Derby.

Mavs fan ejected for harassing Suns player Chris Paul’s family

So much for being Texas nice. A Dallas Mavericks fan was ejected during Game 4 against the Phoenix Suns after reports he got in the face of a player's family. Chris Paul said the fan put his hands on his mom and his wife was pushed.

This weekend’s USFL games: Top teams in the league battle in Week 4

USFL action heats up this weekend for Week 4 as two of the game's best teams face off Saturday night with first place in the division up for grabs.

Andre Hal, former Houston Texans safety, talks life outside of football

Andre Hal’s life seemed to be set. In 2017, he’d just signed a $15 million contract extension with the Houston Texans. It was the NFL dream he’d worked so hard for.

Brittney Griner now considered wrongfully detained, US officials say

WNBA star Brittney Griner was detained at an airport in February after Russian authorities said a search of her bag revealed vape cartridges containing traces of cannabis oil.

WNBA to honor Brittney Griner with league-wide floor decals

Russian authorities said a search of Brittney Griner's luggage revealed vape cartridges that allegedly contained oil derived from cannabis, which could carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. She has a hearing set for May 19.

Remembering Gigi Bryant: Rising basketball star would’ve celebrated 16th birthday Sunday

In honor of her late daughter’s memory, Vanessa Bryant announced two projects, with proceeds going to the Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation, as Gigi was known for her passion for sports and her philanthropic heart.

Country music star, pro golfer help Houston children in need

A popular country music singer and a professional golfer teamed up in the Houston area, but this reunion has nothing to do with their professions and everything to do with helping children in need.

This weekend's NASCAR race: Bowman looks to defend Hendrick dominance at Monster Mile

Bowman led a Hendrick pack that found a little slice of history at the Monster Mile with the 1-2-3-4 finish a year ago. Kyle Larson led a race-high 263 laps and finished second, Chase Elliott was third and William Byron fourth.

Suspended Houston Dash coach calls allegations 'unfounded', 'baseless'

In a statement, Houston Dash Coach James Clarkson, who was suspended by the team this week, called the allegations against him "unfounded and baseless" and said he intends to "fight vigorously" to clear his name.

Texans take LSU CB Stingley at No. 3, A&M OL Green at No. 15

Houston Texans pick LSU cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. third overall in NFL draft and A&M offensive lineman Kenyan Green at fifteenth.

Amputee athlete completing 102nd marathon in 102 consecutive days

An amputee ran more than 100 marathons in just as many days, but she’s not done yet. The world record is set to be broken Thursday.

Houston Dash announce suspension of head coach, general manager James Clarkson

According to a news release, the suspension comes in light of initial findings received this week from a joint NWSL and NWSLPA investigation that was launched last year to review current and historic complaints of discrimination, harassment and abuse.

Supreme Court to hear case of Bremerton football coach fired for praying on field

A former Washington state football coach who lost his job for praying on the field after games is making his case before the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday.

USFL Week 2: Breakers dominate Bandits, remain unbeaten

Quarterback Kyle Sloter led the way, passing for 266 yards and a pair of touchdowns as the New Orleans Breakers cruised to a 34-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Bandits.