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Sports

Meet Minneapolis' man of steel — and other metals

Meet Minneapolis' man of steel — and other metals

City blacksmith Nick Bounds doesn't do horse shoes. He crafts the metal tools and parts that keep the city's water works working.
by Brandt Williams

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Players: We warned Bemidji State of softball coach's inappropriate behavior

Players: We warned Bemidji State of softball coach's inappropriate behavior

Rick Supinski was placed on a leave of absence earlier this year, after a player reported that he repeatedly pursued an unwanted romantic relationship with her. He also missed the 2014 season after the university received a complaint against him.

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U.S. Women’s National Team will play exhibition soccer game in St. Paul

U.S. Women’s National Team will play exhibition soccer game in St. Paul

The U.S. Women’s National Team will play Portugal in the Sept. 3 game at Allianz Field. Ticket sales for Minnesota United season ticket holders start Friday; tickets go on sale to the public July 31.
by Tim Nelson

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Broadening the circle of competitive swimming

Broadening the circle of competitive swimming

Against a backdrop of drowning disparities, swimmers of color are embracing the sport while making it more inclusive.
by Riham Feshir and Iyana Esters

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Lamoureux twins start foundation to help disadvantaged kids

Lamoureux twins start foundation to help disadvantaged kids

Olympic gold medal-winners Jocelyne Lamoureux-Davidson and Monique Lamoureux-Morando are launching a foundation to help underserved children and communities.
by Associated Press

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The why and how of endurance athletes

The muscles, heart, skeletal system all work a little different in endurance athletes. Host Dan Kraker explored the biology—and psychology—behind these intense competitors.
by Dan Kraker and Manda Lillie

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In game honoring late pitcher, Angels throw a no-hitter

In game honoring late pitcher, Angels throw a no-hitter

With Tyler Skaggs' name and No. 45 on all of their jerseys Friday night, the Los Angeles Angels played practically perfect baseball throughout their first home game since their 27-year-old teammate's death.
by Associated Press

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