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    My dad is a World Cup icon for USA – I can’t wait to represent my home state in college soccer and follow in his path

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    TIM HOWARD’s biggest contribution to soccer in the U.S. may still be in front of him.In the week he enters the National Soccer Hall of Fame, his daughter has committed to play at college.Tim Howard poses with his daughter AliCredit: https://www.instagram.com/timhow1/?hl=enAli Howard will play for her home state TennesseeCredit: https://www.instagram.com/timhow1/?hl=enUS Soccer could have another star on their handsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/timhow1/?hl=enBut unlike her goalkeeper dad, Ali Howard will not don the gloves on Tennessee’s roster.Ali plays as a striker for Briarcrest Christian School and managed 18 goals and six assists as a junior.The Saints reached the Division II-AA quarterfinals in 2023 thanks to her help.”This would not be possible without the constant support of my family, friends, coaches, teammates, trainers and, of course, God!,” she posted on Instagram. “I can’t wait to represent my home state in orange and white!”The Lady Vols welcome their new recruit in 2025.They finished 9-7-4 last season and reached the second round of the NCAA Tournament.Ali’s dad Tim started at the 2010 and 2014 World Cups and made 121 international appearances from 2002-17.Most read in FootballIt is the most among American goalkeepers.And this week Memphis 901’s minority owner joins his idols Tony Meola, Kasey Keller and Brad Friedel in the Hall of Fame.JJ Watt reveals he considered new career venture after NFL retirement – but his wife showed him he wasn’t any good“Obviously, it is the honor of my life,” Howard, 45, said.U.S. Soccer has struggled to keep up the production line of world-class goalkeepers.Zack Steffen returned to Major League Soccer from Manchester City this year, Matt Turner lost his starting job in the Premier League and Ethan Horvath is in England’s second division.“We had it locked. We had this goalkeeping thing figured out for a long time, didn’t we? Going all the way back. And, yeah, it just seems like we’ve had a little bit of a rut,” Howard said.“The game has continued to evolve, and I don’t know if our young goalkeepers are getting pushed as hard as they need to, to that breaking point.He could be the greatest U.S. goalkeeper of all time.Tim Howard”One of the things that Kasey Keller said to me when I signed with Manchester United, and it stuck with me forever, he just said, look, in order to be judged as a goalkeeper you have to play 100 games at the highest level. “And right now, our young guys aren’t getting those games to even be able to judge them.“I like Zack, and I like Matt. I do like Matt’s wherewithal, fortitude and mental toughness.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Zack’s talent is unmatched and I’ve always said about Zack he could be the greatest U.S. goalkeeper of all time because of the physical tools that he possesses.”Howard can now use all his experience to help Ali turn into a nightmare for college goalkeepers. More

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      Olivia Dunne concerns over her LSU gymnastics future after being left out of lineup for second straight week in row

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      CONCERNS have been raised over Olivia Dunne and her gymnastics future.The LSU gymnast star, 21, hasn’t appeared in the collegiate team’s lineup for two straight weeks.
      College sports star Olivia Dunne hasn’t participated in LSU’s last gymnastics meetsCredit: Getty
      The 21-year-old is in her senior season as an LSU gymnastCredit: Getty
      The New Jersey native boasts around 13 million followers across social media and has a NIL deal valued at $3.5 millionCredit: Getty
      Dunne has become immensely popular due to her social media presence.
      She has close to 13 million across Instagram and TikTok .
      As a result, Olivia has an NIL deal that is valued at $3.5 million, the second-highest across the country.
      The 21-year-old has entered her senior year as a gymnast.

      But Dunne hasn’t appeared in two straight LSU meets.
      The most recent absence came when the Tigers lost to Missouri 197.325-197.225.
      Olivia was seen cheering on her teammates but was left out of the lineup and didn’t perform.
      She had sat the previous week against Kentucky.
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      Dunne has recently posted videos of herself training on the balance team.
      It’s unclear if Olivia is dealing with an injury.
      As for LSU, they will host Arkansas on February 2.
      Dunne has still had success outside of the sport of gymnastics.
      The New Jersey native has been revealed as one of the stars of a new Prime Video documentary alongside fellow LSU gymnasts Flau’jae Johnson Angel Reese, and Jayden Daniels. More

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      World’s sexiest swimmer Andreea Dragoi soaks up winter sun on Dubai vacation wearing barely-there bikini on sunlounger

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      SAN Jose State star swimmer Andreea Dragoi dazzled her adoring fans with her latest social media post showing off her vacation.The 21-year-old Romanian model and college swimmer took to social media on Tuesday to share a series of photos showcasing her voyage to Dubai.
      Andreea Dragoi is a swimmer at San Jose StateCredit: instagram @dragoi_andreea
      Dragoi stuns in her latest post on social mediaCredit: Instagram/dragoi_andreea
      Dragoi is enjoying a much-needed vacation as the collegiate swimmer is in the middle of her junior season for the program.
      She’s a freestyle and butterfly specialist, and the Bucharest-born model scored a first-place victory against California State University East Bay last season.
      Dragoi studies kinesiology, sports management, and psychology. 
      She regularly provides her fans with stunning selfies, beach vacations, and workout videos.

      And, on Tuesday, the collegiate swimmer displayed her time at a waterpark in Dubai.
      She shared the experience on her Instagram story, showing her outfit and figure. 
      Dragoi posed in a white and sheer print bikini as she stretched out on a lawn chair, soaking up the sun of the Persian Gulf.
      The social media star has had a hectic year, traveling back and forth across the country for school and modeling gigs. 
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      Earlier this month, she shared pictures from a trip to Hawaii as she recapped her November.
      Fans were left gushing as one said: “So beautiful.”
      Another commented: “Golden princess.”
      And her modeling career has blown up after appearing at the New York Swim Week earlier in the summer.
      In July, Dragoi modeled for multiple brands at New York Swim Week.
      Dragoi is vacationing in Dubai.Credit: Instagram/dragoi_andreea
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      World’s sexiest swimmer Andreea Dragoi goes braless as she reveals in all black very risky Halloween outfit

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      SAN Jose State star swimmer Andreea Dragoi charms her adoring fans with her latest social media post revealing her Halloween costume.The social media star and college athlete, 20, took to Instagram to share with fans her “very fashionable costume” on Wednesday to celebrate the October holiday. 
      Andreea Dragoi wowed fans with her Halloween costumeCredit: instagram/dragoi_andreea
      Dragoi is a star for San Jose State’s swim teamCredit: instagram/dragoi_andreea
      Dragoi shared a series of images to her social media from her night out on Halloween in San Jose, California.
      She dressed up in an all-black skirt and corset top with matching heels while wearing horns in her hair and posing for the camera with the caption: “Spooky szn.”
      Fans rushed to Instagram to comment, with the post showered with compliments from followers.
      One fan said: “Prettiest costume ever!!”

      Another: “Very fashionable costume!!”
      A third said: “Wow, you are so gorgeous.”
      A fourth expressed: “The cutest lil devil!!!!”
      And SJSU teammate Mya Azzopardi wrote: “A devil never looked so pretty.”
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      Dragoi has had a busy summer, participating in numerous European model events.
      However, now the 20-year-old is back on campus preparing for the season.
      Earlier this week, she shared images of posing with teammates after practice.
      The Spartans started their 2023 season on September 30, beating Nevada 61-48.
      Next up for Dragoi and SJSU will face UC Santa Barbara, who they’ll be hosting on October 28.
      Dragoi often draws comparisons to LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne as her following on social media continues to skyrocket.
      Dragoi has over 80,000 Instagram followersCredit: instagram/dragoi_andreea More