Empire State Review Contributor 
San Francisco, CA — Sports fans across the Bay Area and beyond are set for a high-energy weekend of major matchups, championship pushes, and global competitions from June 20 through June 22, 2025. From packed MLB ballparks to international soccer arenas and elite golf courses, this weekend is shaping up as one of the summer’s most dynamic in the world of sports.
In Major League Baseball, all eyes turn to Oracle Park, where the Boston Red Sox face the San Francisco Giants in a pivotal interleague series. Saturday’s first pitch is set for 1:05 PM PDT, with a follow-up game on Sunday at the same time. Meanwhile, across the Bay at the Oakland Coliseum, the Cleveland Guardians square off against the struggling Athletics, with both teams aiming to build midseason momentum.
College baseball stakes soar as the NCAA Men’s College World Series enters its final phase. Coastal Carolina and LSU clash in a best-of-three series that begins Saturday in Omaha, with both squads vying for the national title. LSU’s offense, which dominated earlier rounds, meets a well-balanced Coastal Carolina pitching staff in a showdown that promises intensity and drama.
On the golf front, the PGA Tour’s Travelers Championship continues in Cromwell, Connecticut. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is tied at 9-under with Justin Thomas and Tommy Fleetwood after Friday’s round, positioning the trio for a Saturday pairing that has fans and analysts buzzing. Viewers can tune in throughout the weekend via Golf Channel and CBS. Meanwhile, the Women’s PGA Championship at PGA Frisco’s Fields Ranch East in Texas progresses toward its Sunday conclusion. With a record $12 million purse, defending champion Amy Yang aims to hold off a strong international field, showcasing the global depth of women’s golf.
The weekend also features a wave of international soccer action, with the FIFA Club World Cup and the CONCACAF Gold Cup bringing excitement to fans worldwide. U.S. and Mexican national teams are scheduled for high-profile matches that could shape the trajectory of their respective campaigns. The attention surrounding these matches reflects the growing American soccer audience, especially ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Motorsports fans are treated to a full slate as well. IndyCar heads to Wisconsin for the Road America Grand Prix, while NASCAR takes over Pocono Raceway in Pennsylvania. MotoGP and IMSA events add high-speed variety for racing aficionados seeking two- and four-wheel drama on road circuits across the globe.
Additional professional league action keeps the weekend momentum going. The WNBA features key matchups involving the Seattle Storm and Las Vegas Aces, with playoff implications already influencing midseason intensity. The BIG3 basketball league continues to draw fans with its fast-paced half-court contests. The Premier Lacrosse League hits another tour stop, showcasing the sport’s best in condensed tournament-style play. In softball, Athletes Unlimited continues its rotating-roster format, while Canadian Football League games provide cross-border gridiron action. Major League Rugby nears its conference finals, drawing attention from a growing U.S. rugby fanbase.
Capping the weekend’s lineup is the potential for a dramatic finish to the NBA season. Game 7 of the Finals between the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder is tentatively scheduled for Sunday, June 22. If the series goes the distance, it would mark a climactic end to a postseason filled with upsets, buzzer-beaters, and standout rookie performances.
With this robust lineup of events, the Bay Area and national sports communities are bracing for a weekend of nonstop action. Whether in stadium seats, on golf greens, or in front of screens, fans are set to experience a rich tapestry of athletic excellence, competitive grit, and championship glory.
