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Neither the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education nor the Missouri State High School Activities Association could say how they will enforce the state's restrictions on transgender athletes — one of the most controversial new laws approved by Missouri legislators this year.

Head coach Vlatko Andonovksi and the U.S. Soccer Federation have "mutually agree to part ways," the organization said. Last week, the USWNT was knocked out of the World Cup earlier than ever before.

While no KC Current players are on the U.S. women's national team, there are a few Kansas City connections, including USWNT coach Vlatko Andonovski, who calls Kansas City home. Two Current players will play for their home countries.

This weekend, two teams based in Olathe, Kansas will play in the Granny Basketball national championships. Organizers want to foster camaraderie, sportsmanship and a “gentle game” for women over age 50. Plus: the elite violinist whose world-renowned musical family called Kansas City home.

Two teams based in Olathe, Kansas, will play in the Granny Basketball national tournament this weekend in Decorah, Iowa. Organizers aim to foster camaraderie, sportsmanship and 'a gentle game' for women over age 50.

One law bans minors and incarcerated Missourians from accessing puberty blockers, hormones or gender-affirming surgeries — all treatments that are widely supported by mainstream medical groups. Those under 18 who have already begun treatment may continue their regimens. The second law prohibits transgender athletes from competing in sports that align with their gender identity.

The bills now go to Gov. Mike Parson, who is expected to sign them. While they're less restrictive than other Republican-leaning states, they still provoked harsh criticism from Democrats who said they’re political ploys at the expense of a vulnerable part of Missouri’s LGBTQ community.

Most of this year's National Women's Soccer League games will stream on Paramount+, including all but three of the Current's games. Those will air on KCTV5 and the CBS Sports Network.

The 2023 men’s and women’s Big 12 basketball championships are getting underway at Kansas City’s T-Mobile Center and Municipal Auditorium, respectively. This week's tournament will bring plenty of great games, a lot of disruptions to downtown traffic patterns, and one Shaquille O’Neal.

Green City's claim to fame used to be the Hollywood actor who traded livestock there. Now, its known more for being home to one of the best female basketball players in college sports.

From the Super Bowl to the World Cup to March Madness, Kansas City loves its sports — and watching with a crowd. We asked local enthusiasts for their favorite places to cheer on their favorite teams.

The players will take part in training and two international friendly matches, ahead of the 2023 Women's World Cup in New Zealand and Australia.