Izzy Higginbottom Joins Oklahoma State Coaching Staff

Izzy Higginbottom, a standout guard who recently excelled at the University of Arkansas and Arkansas State University, has joined Oklahoma State's coaching staff as a graduate assistant, bringing significant scoring prowess and experience to the program. Meanwhile, major sports developments this week included the New York Yankees designating DJ LeMahieu for assignment and Red Bull replacing Christian Horner with Laurent Mekies as team principal in Formula One. The Trump administration has also filed a lawsuit against California concerning transgender athletes in school sports, highlighting ongoing legal and social debates. In federal legislation, the One Big Beautiful Bill's reduced gambling loss deductions from 100% to 90% have sparked controversy among bettors, with Senator Dina Titus proposing an amendment to restore full deductions, arguing the measure was a revenue-raising offset to tax cuts rather than anti-gambling lobbying. Additionally, the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) discussed concerns over streaming levies and piracy losses during a committee hearing, emphasizing the impact on grassroots funding and calling for fairer levy structures. Lastly, players from Penrith’s multiple premiership-winning rugby league teams are gearing up for a highly anticipated Origin series decider at Accor Stadium, marking a significant event for those competing in front of a home crowd for the first time.