With the school year winding down, and more and more sports coming to watch, Cubs are excited, which means the best thing to have would be a guide to keep track of the best events to watch over the summer.
If you enjoy basketball, you won’t want to miss the Finals, with many young stars like SGA, Anthony Edwards and others who have showcased some of the league’s best young talent. While LeBron James, Steph Curry, Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo have already been sent home, there is no shortage of star power to keep viewers entertained.
Luke Munoz ’27 said, “It’s cool to see the next generation of stars taking over, the Finals feel fresh and exciting this year. I’m excited to see lots of young talent, especially from OKC.”
On the other hand, baseball’s best face-off, the All-Star Game, is available to watch in July. With stars like Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts and Elly De La Cruz lighting up the diamond, it will be a treat for fans. Baseball players and fans alike will be watching, and it’s a chance to see the game at its highest level.
James Koempel ’27 said, “It’s gonna be one of the greatest sports to watch this summer, I’m looking forward to watching players like Ohtani, and all the competition.”
This June, the U.S. Open, held at the ultra-challenging Oakmont Country Club right here in LA, promises precision and pressure-packed play. Whether you’re cheering for veterans like Rory McIlroy or new phenoms like Ludvig Åberg, you’ll enjoy this tournament that captures the essence of mental grit, something every golfer can relate to.
For the swimmers out there, the World Aquatics Championships, from July–August, hosted in Singapore, showcases swimming, diving, water polo and more. It’s a global stage of what dedication and teamwork can achieve.
Tennis fans can also look forward to Wimbledon in July, where grass-court legends and rising stars face off in one of the sport’s most prestigious tournaments.
Meanwhile, Formula 1 races in Canada, Austria, the UK, Hungary and Belgium offer high-speed action and fierce battles.
Combat sports fans won’t be disappointed either—UFC 316, 317, 318, 319, along with numerous UFC Fight Nights, will have big-name fights and electrifying moments.
And for those tracking the future of the NBA, the NBA Draft in late June reveals the league’s next generation of talent.
Whether you’re watching to support your favorite athletes or finding new inspiration, this summer’s sports guide promises moments that will spark conversations and motivate Cubs all the way into the fall semester.