Victories, Injuries, and New Roles: This Week in Sports

This week's sports highlights include the U.S. women's curling team's qualification for the Winter Olympics, injuries affecting Bo Horvat, and standout performances by Zach Hyman and the Cambridge sisters. Meanwhile, Snoop Dogg joins Team USA as an honorary coach, and various league trades and controversies unfold.

The U.S. women's curling team secured their spot in next year's Milano Cortina Winter Olympics after an impressive comeback against Norway. This victory came shortly after the U.S. men's team accomplished their own qualification, ensuring American representation in all curling disciplines at the Games.

In the NHL, the Islanders' top scorer Bo Horvat left the game against the Anaheim Ducks due to a lower-body injury, while Edmonton Oilers' Zach Hyman delivered a hat trick to defeat the Detroit Red Wings. In women's college basketball, the Cambridge sisters catalyzed Ohio State's comeback win against Northern Kentucky.

In other news, rapper Snoop Dogg has been designated as the first honorary coach for Team USA, aimed to bring a fresh vibe to the 2026 Winter Games. Lane Thomas is set to join the Kansas City Royals, despite a challenging previous season with injuries, as various controversies unfold in the NFL and beyond.

(With inputs from agencies.)