Madison Williams

Madison Williams is a sports journalist who specializes in tennis but covers a wide range of sports from a national perspective. She currently works at Sports Illustrated as a staff writer on the Breaking and Trending News team. Prior to joining SI, she worked at The Sporting News and completed her master's degree in sports media at Northwestern University after graduating from Augustana College. Williams is an avid reader and a dog mom.

Biography:  https://www.si.com/author/madison-williams

83%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

78%

Examples:

  • The article mentions that Van Lith's freshman year was during the COVID-19 pandemic and she had an extra year of eligibility due to it. This implies that her first three seasons with Louisville were not affected by the pandemic, which is likely not true as all college basketball seasons are typically played in person on campus.
  • The author uses religious language when describing Van Lith's decision to enter the transfer portal, implying that there is a higher power or divine intervention involved in her decision which is not supported by any evidence.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Lewis Hamilton finished on the podium in third place.
  • Max Verstappen finished fifth in the race after a collision with Lewis Hamilton.
  • Max Verstappen leads the world championship by 76 points over Lando Norris.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • The article states that Hailey Van Lith will play elsewhere in 2024-5 after spending one year at LSU. This statement is also false as there's no indication of where she plans to go or if she even intends to transfer anywhere else.
  • The article states that Hailey Van Lith will return for a fifth college basketball season after her name wasn't listed on the 2024 WNBA draft entries Thursday. However, this statement is false as she has already entered the transfer portal and won't be playing at LSU next year.

Recent Articles

Max Verstappen and Lando Norris' Contentious Start at 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix: A Battle for Position or Off-Track Incident?

Max Verstappen and Lando Norris' Contentious Start at 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix: A Battle for Position or Off-Track Incident?

Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024 Max Verstappen and Lando Norris clashed at the Hungarian Grand Prix start, with Verstappen initially refusing to give way after going off-track. The incident caused frustration for both drivers, with Norris calling for an apology over their previous collision in Austria. The FIA is investigating another controversial encounter between Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton towards the end of the race. McLaren's Oscar Piastri claimed his first Formula 1 victory in this eventful race.
Raiders and Jets Deny Trade Talks Surrounding Davante Adams

Raiders and Jets Deny Trade Talks Surrounding Davante Adams

Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024 Despite recent trade rumors suggesting a reunion between Davante Adams and Aaron Rodgers on the New York Jets, Adams' agents have denied any negotiations with the Raiders.
JJ Redick: The Surprising New Head Coach of the Los Angeles Lakers

JJ Redick: The Surprising New Head Coach of the Los Angeles Lakers

Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 The Lakers surprise hire for head coach is NBA analyst and former player JJ Redick, who brings unique insights from his playing career and Duke coaching experience. Redick aims to optimize roster with positional versatility, 3-point shooting, and playmaking around LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
Arizona Cardinals' Rookie Wide Receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. Sued by Fanatics Over Unfulfilled NIL Deal

Arizona Cardinals' Rookie Wide Receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. Sued by Fanatics Over Unfulfilled NIL Deal

Broke On: Tuesday, 16 May 2023 Rookie Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. is involved in a $1 million lawsuit with sports merchandise company Fanatics over an alleged breached contract for autographs and merchandise. The dispute, which occurred during Harrison's college football tenure at Ohio State, has caused delays in the production and sale of his official Cardinals jersey due to the lack of an NFLPA licensing agreement.
LSU Guard Hailey Van Lith Chooses Not to Enter WNBA Draft, What's Next for the Tigers?

LSU Guard Hailey Van Lith Chooses Not to Enter WNBA Draft, What's Next for the Tigers?

Broke On: Wednesday, 03 April 2024 LSU guard Hailey Van Lith has decided not to enter the WNBA Draft, giving her another chance to play college basketball before entering the professional world. She transferred from Louisville and averaged 19.7 points during her junior season at LSU.