Podcast rant create outrage.

Fans are asking for action after sports reporter Sarah Spain criticized Vice President JD Vance during coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympics. Spain made the comments on her podcast, Good Game with Sarah Spain. She said she felt “ill” while sitting near Vance at a women’s hockey game between the United States and Czechia.

Spain described seeing heavy security arrive during the first period. She said, “Twelve minutes into the first period, that area suddenly is awash with large men in suits with earpieces. And here comes JD Vance carrying a child and a bunch of security, and eventually Marco Rubio.” Spain also added, “When I see JD Vance’s eyeliner face, I literally feel ill. I feel like I just looked at a demon, like the Devil.”

Her comments quickly spread on social media. Some critics said she went too far and called for ESPN to fire her. Others accused her of bringing politics into sports coverage. Spain has worked for ESPN since 2010 and appears on several of the network’s shows and platforms.

Backlash Grows As Political Tensions Spill Into Sports Coverage

JD Vance (Photo via Imagn Images)
Online critics reacted strongly.

One person said, “Sarah Spain, and her ilk, are a huge reason why ESPN has tanked”

Another blamed, “The fact that this wannabe tough chick @SarahSpain has a gig anywhere on @espn is symbolic of how far that network has fallen. She’s a bonafide.”

Spain also spoke out about Vance’s public comments on a fatal Border Patrol shooting case. She mentioned a social media post he reshared from White House official Stephen Miller, who had called the victim an “assassin.” Spain argued that Vance unfairly attacked a man who had died.

At another game, Spain said she saw Vance sitting with influencer and boxer Jake Paul. On her podcast, she criticized them again and mocked their appearance together.

Vance later spoke to the Daily Mail and said he would not apologize for resharing Miller’s post. He added that investigators should complete their work before people make judgments.

Spain is a well-known figure in sports media. She has won Emmy and Peabody awards and has appeared on shows like Around the Horn. Her podcast was also nominated at the 2025 Ambies Awards.

So far, neither Spain nor ESPN has announced any disciplinary action.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.