basketball

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The Moon will appear to the astronauts "about the size of a basketball held at arm's length," Noah Petro, head of NASA's planetary geology lab, told AFP.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

It’s been fabulous for women’s college basketball to have South Carolina give UConn a real, extended challenge at the top.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Until 1968 – and 1972 for football and basketball – freshmen weren’t even allowed to play at the varsity level.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

“I am excited for women’s basketball to get the support that men’s gets,” Shoemaker said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Of course, I look at his shoes, and I have to admit they’re worth admiring—bright red basketball lace-ups with these space-age foam soles.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila