Coach News Today — August 14, 2026
Aces lock up postseason berth behind Young's 32 and more — today's coach signal.
The sports world is buzzing with exciting news and updates across various leagues. In the WNBA, the Aces have secured a postseason berth, thanks in large part to a standout performance by Young, who scored 32 points. Meanwhile, in the NFL, fans are witnessing history as Mendoza delivers a strike for the first touchdown of their career. This milestone comes as teams are gearing up for the rest of the season, with some franchises reflecting on past moves, like the decision by Jones to trade Parsons, a choice he has no regrets about a year later.
As the sports calendar turns to the weekend, attention shifts to the Bills, who are set to take the field at their new home on Saturday, with star player Allen confirmed to play. In mixed martial arts, fans are eagerly anticipating UFC 330, where Machado Garry will challenge Makhachev, with many considering Garry a legitimate threat to the current champion. Lastly, in the NBA, the Mavericks are ushering in a new era, with Flagg leading the charge, signaling an exciting future for the team. With all these storylines unfolding, there's never been a more thrilling time to be a sports fan.
Today's signal:
• Aces lock up postseason berth behind Young's 32 (espn.com)
• Follow live: Mendoza delivers strike for first NFL touchdown (espn.com)
• Year later, Jones has no regrets trading Parsons (espn.com)
• Bills' Allen to play Sat. in 1st game at new home (espn.com)
• UFC 330 preview and picks: Machado Garry is a real threat to Makhachev (espn.com)
• Mavericks: Flagg leads a new era (espn.com)