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Soccer / Summer Olympics Jul 20, 2021

New faces look to steer Nadeshiko Japan to first Olympic medal since London

by Dan Orlowitz

Defender Saori Takarada and midfielder Honoka Hayashi, boasting a combined 14 senior caps, are among many new faces looking to lead a new generation for the country's women's team.

Soccer Jun 20, 2021

Soccer player Kumi Yokoyama comes out as transgender: 'It would be harder to live closeted'

by Dan Orlowitz

The former Nadeshiko Japan striker, who plays for the NWSL's Washington Spirit, has received a flood of support from athletes and LGBTQ advocates following their announcement on Saturday.