Connections: Sports Edition must be incredibly difficult to assemble. I've noticed numerous categories where the puzzle maker falls back in picking a certain athlete, and then listing that person's past teams, often including college and national or Olympic teams. Hint: There's one like that today. Read on for hints and the answers.

The success of NYT Connections reflects a broader trend of rising interest in word games globally. Alongside classics like Wordle, Connections has become a daily ritual for many seeking a brief yet stimulating mental workout.

Looking for a hint for today’s Connections puzzle? Below, we have clues to help you unlock whichever category has you stumped for the puzzle on April 28, 2025. Connections first launched on the New York Times in June 2023.