It’s the end of an era. Alex Morgan is retiring and Sarah is still processing. Plus, a late night shoutout to Ellie the Elephant, our favorite football roster submissions (courtesy of a few slices!), and a “What the Fact” about US Open tennis ball equality. 

• Why are the Ballon d’Or nomination photos so weird? A few of our favs can be seen here

• Want to read more about “close encounters of the athletic kind” and AI in sports writing? Check out this story from the Big Lead

• The full WNBA schedule –  including tune-in info – is here! 

• The full NWSL schedule – including tune-in info – is here! 

• What is your favorite Alex Morgan memory? Send us a note at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070

• Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323

• Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist

• Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi

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