Good morning, sports fans! It’s Monday, August 23, and college football season is officially here. Week Zero is upon us, and football fanatics are about to lose their minds. But before diving into the gridiron action, let’s catch up on other big sports news.
College Football Week Zero: Let the Games Begin!
College football is back with Week Zero! ESPN College GameDay is opening its season live from Ireland, where Florida State takes on Georgia Tech on Saturday at noon Eastern time. WWE star Sheamus will be the guest picker. College Game Day is the perfect way to dive into college football with fun stories and celebrity picks.
Meanwhile, Delaware State’s season started with a hiccup. After missing their original flight to Hawaii due to bus issues, the team scrambled to catch three separate flights to Honolulu. Kickoff against the University of Hawaii is at 6 PM local time on Saturday (midnight in Delaware). It’s a significant payday for the school, with Hawaii obligated to pay $180,000 for its participation.
Steven Nidorosic Joins Dancing with the Stars
Remember Steven Nidorosic, the glasses-wearing hero from Team USA Men’s Gymnastics? He wowed us with his pommel horse routines, earning two bronze medals. Now, he’s ready to flip into our hearts again on “Dancing with the Stars,” starting September 17. Expect some gymnastic flair on the dance floor!
Angel Reese Partners with Reese’s
Angel Reese has had an incredible rookie season with the Chicago Sky in the WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association). Now, she’s teamed up with Reese’s for a collaboration we’ve all been waiting for. The Angel Reese by Reese’s Pieces logo collection just dropped, featuring hats, sweatshirts and tees with the Reese’s angel logo. It’s the perfect blend of sweet and fierce.
NWSL’s Historic Collective Bargaining Agreement
The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) returns from its Olympic break today with a historic new collective bargaining agreement (CBA). The NWSL is the first major sport in the US to eliminate the draft and guarantee every contract. Players will now have trade approval, an average starting salary of $135,000, access to charter flights and up to $20,000 for family planning. A massive win for women’s sports!
Little League World Series Finals This Weekend
The Little League World Series wraps up this weekend, with Chinese Taipei facing Venezuela and Texas battling Florida in the semifinals on Saturday. The winners will play for the title on Sunday at 3 PM. Don’t miss it!
That’s your sports rundown for the weekend. Enjoy Week Zero, the Little League World Series, and everything else this weekend offers. Stay connected with us at lastnightsgame.com and on social media for all the latest updates. Have a great weekend!
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