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3 weeks ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Yusha Rahman |Garima Yadav
Trevor Bassitt battled through a gritty fourth-place finish (49.49) in the 400m hurdles at May’s Miami Grand Slam—a warm-up for his next showdown at June’s Philadelphia Slam against giants like Alison dos Santos and Rai Benjamin. But while the world focuses on his times, the real story is the coaching genius who transformed him from an unsponsored D2 grad into a World Championship medalist: Mike Holloway, the architect behind America’s sprint royalty.
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3 weeks ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritha Debroy |Garima Yadav
Tony Allen was a defensive powerhouse in the NBA. While NBA fans often show immense love for scorers, defense is equally crucial. Allen was that player! His efforts did not go unnoticed. Beloved among Grizzlies fans, the former NBA player was honored by the franchise this year. Despite being one of the most underrated defensive stars, he remarkably elevated every team he played for throughout his career. After leading Oklahoma State to a Final Four appearance, Allen was drafted by the Boston Celtics.
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3 weeks ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Yusha Rahman |Garima Yadav
Joe Kovacs clutched Olympic silver at Paris 2024 with a monster 22.15m throw—his third straight Games podium—but the real story unfolded after the heave. As cameras zoomed in, Kovacs pointed skyward, honoring his late father Joseph: a tribute etched in decades of Pennsylvania grit, Catholic devotion, and small-town resilience. Beyond the medals, this Nazareth-native’s journey is a blueprint of faith, family, and flag. Let’s break it down. Pure American mutt with Rust Belt roots.
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4 weeks ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Molin Sheth |Garima Yadav
After receiving his PGA Tour card in 2015, Nick Taylor has often proven himself to be a threat on the course. Along the way, he has picked up 5 PGA Tour wins, including the Sony Open in Hawaii in 2025. In fact, the Canadian pro has won 1 title each year from 2023 to 2025, showcasing how he can remain consistent across multiple seasons. While he continues his pursuit of achieving glory on the PGA Tour, there is one person who has always been by his side.
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4 weeks ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Molin Sheth |Garima Yadav
Earlier this year, John Daly had expressed his struggles with health as he took the field in the Champions Tour. He had expressed how his bad back has limited his ability to practice efficiently to perform better in tournaments. Speaking about his challenges, Long John said, “I’ve never been able to really be able to practice the way I want to practice. I can’t hit 400 wedges from 100 yards anymore.
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4 weeks ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Amit Kumar Jha |Garima Yadav
The NFL offseason is heating up, and the Dallas Cowboys are at the center of the latest trade buzz. Reports suggest that the Cowboys are considering a blockbuster move to acquire All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey from the Miami Dolphins. This potential trade could be a game-changer for Dallas, aiming to bolster their secondary and make a significant splash ahead of the 2025 season. The Dolphins are reportedly open to trading Ramsey, and the Cowboys have emerged as a potential suitor.
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1 month ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Prasun Chakrabarty |Garima Yadav
He was the kind of player every coach dreams of. Over five seasons, he racked up 339 tackles, five tackles for loss, two sacks, four fumble recoveries, and three interceptions. On paper, he was destined for the NFL. But life had other plans. Just as he was preparing for the 2002 NFL Draft—his dream finally within reach—everything changed. In a random act of violence, he was shot twice in the shoulder by a carjacker in Miami. He almost died.
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1 month ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Ashmit Kumar |Garima Yadav
“Yeah, I mean it’s, you know, um, didn’t have a great night. Obviously, uh, bench was really really good, so I rolled with them,” said Chris Finch, when discussing Julius Randle’s recent performance in the post-game presser. The player’s inconsistent nature during the postseason saw a comeback, as he delivered his worst performance in playoffs by recording just 5 points to go along with his 7 rebounds and 3 assists.
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1 month ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Ashmit Kumar |Garima Yadav
“Though Dončić did not publicly comment on the constant flow of leaks from the Mavericks organization disparaging his weight and conditioning, one source close to Dončić told ESPN the comments have served as a motivator,” wrote ESPN’s Dave McMenamin back in late February. Luka Doncic’s shocking trade to the Los Angeles Lakers was followed by reports that the decision was taken amid the Dallas Mavericks’ concern over his weight and conditioning.
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1 month ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Molin Sheth |Garima Yadav
At 27, Matti Schmid only received his PGA Tour card a couple of years ago. The German golfer has been nothing but impressive ever since, getting nine top-10 finishes in 36 cuts. That’s a 25% success rate at reaching the top half of the table. The closest he has come to winning a title was in the 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championship and the 2024 Shriners Children’s Open. On both occasions, he finished in third place, only three strokes away from taking it to the playoffs.
