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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

23 stories

  1. May 2026

    6 stories: 6 news stories

  2. Sat

    News: Sports · United States

    John McEnroe: Pickleball Critic Who Plays for Pay

    Tennis icon John McEnroe voices strong criticism against pickleball, labeling it 'stupid' and inferior, yet actively participates in high-paying exhibition matches. Delve into his unique relationship with the sport.

  3. Mon

    News: Crime and Justice · World

    Teen Charged in Kane County Cougars Bus Arson in Winnipeg

  4. Mon

    News: Sports · United States

    Mariners Game: Fan Hit by Foul Ball at T-Mobile Park

  5. Thu

    News: Sports · United States

    Le’Veon Moss Retires from Dolphins: Injuries & NIL Impact

  6. Sat

    News: Sports · United States

    Cincinnati Reds Losing Streak: Fall to Last in NL Central

  7. Sat

    News: Business and Finance · United States

    Nike Tariff Lawsuit in Portland: Consumers Demand Refunds

  8. April 2026

    1 story: 1 news story

  9. Tue

    News: Health · California

    Angel Stadium Rodent Infestation Closes Anaheim Concession

    An Angel Stadium concession stand was closed by Orange County Public Health inspectors after evidence of rodent infestation was found at the Anaheim venue.

  10. February 2026

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  11. Sun

    News: Sports · United States

    Indiana Advances Bill to Lure Chicago Bears Stadium

  12. Fri

    News: Sports · World

    Ilia Malinin’s Olympics Shock: “Quad God” Falls to 8th Place

  13. January 2026

    3 stories: 3 news stories

  14. Sat

    News: Media · United States

    Steve Kerr Apologizes for ICE Claims in Minneapolis

  15. Thu

    News: Sports · United States

    Canada’s Skeleton Manipulation Blocks Uhlaender’s Olympic Dream

  16. Fri

    News: Sports · United States

    Fernando Mendoza: No Dating Led to Heisman, Indiana Title!

  17. December 2025

    3 stories: 3 news stories

  18. Sun

    News: Sports · United States

    BYU Wins 2025 Pop-Tarts Bowl vs. Georgia Tech, 25-21

    BYU clinched a 25-21 victory against Georgia Tech in the 2025 Pop-Tarts Bowl on December 27. Relive the tense moments as the Cougars scored late to…

  19. Tue

    News: Sports · United States

    Kansas City Chiefs Relocate to Kansas for 2031 NFL Season

  20. Sat

    News: Sports · United States

    Fact Check: Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul Miami 2025 Fight Rumor

  21. November 2025

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  22. Sat

    News: Sports · United States

    Olivier Rioux Makes History as Tallest-Ever College Basketball Player

  23. Mon

    News: Sports · California

    Dodgers Celebrate 2025 World Series, Kershaw’s Emotional Farewell

  24. October 2025

    6 stories: 6 news stories

  25. Wed

    News: Sports · World

    Blue Jays Beat Dodgers 6-2 in World Series Game 4, Tie Series

  26. Tue

    News: Sports · United States

    Dodgers Win Epic Game 3: Freeman Walk-off, Ohtani History

    Freddie Freeman hit a walk-off homer for the Dodgers in an epic 18-inning World Series Game 3. Shohei Ohtani set a record reaching base 9 times.…

  27. Sat

    News: Sports · World

    Blue Jays Dominate Dodgers in World Series Game 1 with Barger’s Grand Slam

  28. Thu

    News: Sports · United States

    Ana Caldas Banned by World Aquatics Over Sex Verification Test Refusal

  29. Thu

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    NBA Players Allegedly Aided Illegal Poker Ring

  30. Sat

    News: Sports · California

    Shohei Ohtani Makes MLB History, Leads Dodgers to World Series