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Jessie Mendez is a senior national sports reporter for Times Media Service, based in the Houston bureau. Mendez covers sports nationwide, from high school athletics and college commitments to professional leagues, international competition and the business of sports. Mendez holds a master's degree in journalism and multimedia communication and grew up in Santiago de Compostela, Spain.

Stories by Jessie Mendez

29 stories

  1. July 2026

    2 stories: 2 explainers

  2. Thu

    Explainer · Sports · Washington DC

    Ravens waive Diego Pavia before camp, clearing space in crowded quarterback room

    The Baltimore Ravens have waived undrafted rookie quarterback Diego Pavia to make room on the roster for veteran center Ethan Pocic.

  3. Wed

    Explainer · Sports · United States

    LA28 opens volunteer applications as Los Angeles begins two-year Olympic countdown

  4. June 2026

    1 story: 1 investigation

  5. Sun

    Investigation · Sports · United States

    Knicks end 53-year title wait, beating Spurs 94-90 for 2026 NBA championship

  6. May 2026

    6 stories: 6 news stories

  7. Sat

    News: Sports · United States

    John McEnroe Slams Pickleball, Brands Self a ‘Sellout’

  8. Mon

    News: Crime and Justice · World

    Winnipeg Teen Charged in Kane County Cougars Bus Arson

  9. Mon

    News: Sports · Washington

    Foul Ball Injury at T-Mobile Park Reignites Fan Safety Debate

  10. Thu

    News: Sports · Florida

    Le’Veon Moss Retires from Dolphins Just Days After Signing

    Le'Veon Moss, the former Texas A&M running back, retired from the Miami Dolphins just four days after signing as an undrafted free agent. His decision is…

  11. Sat

    News: Sports · United States

    Cincinnati Reds May Collapse: Losing Streak & NL Central Last Place

  12. Sat

    News: Business and Finance · Oregon

    Nike Tariff Refund Lawsuit Filed in Portland Federal Court

  13. April 2026

    1 story: 1 news story

  14. Tue

    News: Health · California

    Angel Stadium Concession Stand Shut Down Over Rodents

  15. February 2026

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  16. Sun

    News: Sports · United States

    Indiana Bill Greenlights Potential Bears Stadium in Hammond

  17. Fri

    News: Sports · World

    Quad God Ilia Malinin’s 2026 Olympic Free Skate Disappointment

  18. January 2026

    3 stories: 3 news stories

  19. Sat

    News: Media · United States

    Steve Kerr Apologizes for ICE Misinformation Amid Minneapolis Protests

    Warriors coach Steve Kerr apologized for spreading misinformation regarding ICE enforcement actions during Minneapolis protests, specifically retracting claims about a 5-year-old's detention. Get the details.

  20. Thu

    News: Sports · New York

    Team Canada Skeleton Manipulation Blocks Uhlaender’s Olympics

  21. Fri

    News: Sports · United States

    Fernando Mendoza: Heisman, Indiana Success & Top 2026 NFL Draft Pick

  22. December 2025

    3 stories: 3 news stories

  23. Sun

    News: Sports · Florida

    BYU Rallies Past Georgia Tech in Wild Pop-Tarts Bowl Win

  24. Tue

    News: Sports · United States

    Chiefs Announce Relocation to Wyandotte County, Kansas Stadium

  25. Sat

    News: Sports · Florida

    Anthony Joshua Knocks Out Jake Paul in Miami Fight

  26. November 2025

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  27. Sat

    News: Sports · Florida

    Olivier Rioux: World’s Tallest Teenager Makes NCAA History

    7-foot-9 Olivier Rioux, recognized as the world's tallest teenager, shattered records in his Florida Gators NCAA basketball debut. Discover the historic moment.

  28. Mon

    News: Sports · Los Angeles, California

    Dodgers World Series Celebration: Kershaw’s Emotional Farewell

  29. October 2025

    8 stories: 8 news stories

  30. Fri

    News: Business and Finance · Los Angeles, California

    Mark Walter Becomes Lakers Majority Owner in $10B Record Sale

  31. Wed

    News: Sports · Los Angeles, California

    Dodgers Lose Game 4 to Blue Jays at Dodger Stadium; Series Tied 2-2

  32. Tue

    News: Sports · Los Angeles, California

    Freeman Walk-off HR Seals Dodgers’ 18-Inning World Series Win

  33. Sat

    News: Sports · World

    Blue Jays Stun Dodgers 11-4: World Series Game 1 at Rogers Centre

  34. Thu

    News: Sports · World

    Ana Caldas Banned: Trans Swimmer Refused Gender Test

    Transgender swimmer Ana Caldas has been banned by World Aquatics until 2030 and stripped of results for refusing a required gender verification test.

  35. Thu

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    NBA Stars Chauncey Billups, Damon Jones in Rigged Poker Scam

  36. Sat

    News: Sports · Los Angeles, California

    Shohei Ohtani’s Historic Performance Leads Dodgers to World Series

  37. Sat

    News: Arts and Entertainment · United States

    Bad Bunny Halftime Show Sparks MAGA Boycott for Super Bowl 2026

  38. September 2025

    1 story: 1 news story

  39. Thu

    News: Media · United States

    Keith Olbermann: Erratic Behavior & Mental Health Concerns