Hardy among 3 record breakers

American Jessica Hardy broke her own 50-meter breaststroke short course world record when she clocked 29.36 seconds at a World Cup meet.

Quick Fire: Nick Ferreira

...love the most is: Long lazy days that somehow include riding bikes, grilling food, drinking adult beverages, swimming and maybe working on some art things. The thing you hate the most is: Los Angeles drivers...

Court denies McCourt's bid

A court commissioner has denied Jamie McCourt's bid to be reinstated as the chief executive of the Dodgers.

ESPN RISE Athletes of the Week

Chelsea Wintzinger, one of the top volleyball setters in the nation, and Craig Lutz, one of the top boys' cross country runners, have been selected as this week's ESPN RISE National Athletes of the Week.

Michael Phelps challenges you

You might just be able to beat Olympic swimming superstar Michael Phelps … at sinking the most 5-foot putts in one minute.

Choices are endless

With drops in temperatures, inshore to offshore anglers are experiencing absolutely outstanding opportunities for many species

John Murray: The bubba shot

Every year, new techniques are introduced to the bass fishing community. The drop shot, made popular by bass anglers on the West Coast, is a prime example. However, there's a new kid on the block that takes the drop shot to a whole different level.

...magnitude hoisted from a rope, but then again, there is something reassuring in knowing he's not swimming around out there

ESPN RISE Athletes of the Week

Cross country runner Molly Grabill and soccer goalkeeper Jake Feener are the ESPN RISE National Athletes of the Week

Phelps to lead U.S. vs. Europe

Michael Phelps will lead the U.S. team at Duel in the Pool against a squad of European swimmers.

How They Did It: Santee Cooper

Rolling fronts, chemical spraying and heavy pressure combined to make the final Southern Open on Santee Cooper a tough one.

Bass & poker

I just arrived at the Strike King gig at the Blue Bank Resort in Hornbeak, Tenn. I'll give you a full update on everything we did here next Monday. In the meantime, let's talk about last week.

Yes, we fished on our honeymoon

Our honeymoon was fantastic. We had a place in Fiji right on the water. We snorkeled, ate good food and enjoyed each others company in a quiet and normal atmosphere.

The rest of the story

Manabu Kurita told me the truth today about how, when and where he caught the pending world record bass. Every detail. How do I know it's the truth? I know because Mr. Kurita doesn't care if his fish is certified as a world record or not.

JJ just a part ... but a very big part

Is Jimmie Johnson a product of the system at Hendrick Motorsports or is the three-time defending Sprint Cup champ just that good? The debate continues ...