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After a post‑game altercation revealed that a registered sex offender had been allowed to coach a team, League 42 announced a zero‑tolerance policy, mandatory background checks and a partnership with a third‑party screening firm to overhaul its safety protocols.
Baylor’s rising star Tyce Armstrong has been selected as a finalist for the 2026 ESPY Award, recognizing a performance that has already etched his name into college baseball lore.
Tyler Fryman, a standout from Beechwood High School, pledged to the University of Kentucky, promising contributions to both football and baseball while reshaping the Wildcats' recruiting narrative.
Hunter Baugh, Isaac Wendler, Omar Avalos and Tony Eberlin were recognized on the Prep Baseball Report All-State teams, highlighting a season of record-breaking performances for their high schools.
Removing wins from player evaluations can uncover more accurate assessments of pitcher performance, as illustrated by five standout arms whose rankings shift dramatically when wins are excluded.
A recent baseball tournament in Madison honored the late sheriff's deputy and coach Ken Prorok, whose wife Renee and son JD reflect on his lasting influence and the scholarships that bear his name.
An exploration of the key Statcast measurements that illuminate hitting, pitching, fielding, and base‑running performance in baseball.
A community-driven initiative at a Broward County baseball complex is mobilizing volunteers and supplies to support Venezuelans facing hardship, highlighting the power of grassroots solidarity.
After their baseball dreams were sparked by the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, the Onozaki twins have crossed the Pacific, played junior college ball, and now aim to turn their shared vision into a professional career.
Statcast’s advanced measurements — from hard‑hit definitions to expected outcomes — are redefining how teams and fans understand performance on the field.
The Eagles finished 14‑8‑1, reached the championship round of the SCISA AAA playoffs, and earned individual accolades highlighted by senior pitcher Tristan Heckman.
The 2026 West Virginia University baseball team reached the College World Series, sparking a wave of fan enthusiasm that resonated across the United States and beyond.
The Sorensco Falcons edged Kingston Post 150’s Junior team 9‑8 in extra innings, with key performances from several players and a looming matchup against the Bethlehem Eagles.
Ernie Clement, a former University of Virginia standout, has been voted as an American League All-Star starter for the 2026 season, earning more than 3.2 million votes and finishing just 108,000 votes behind Shohei Ohtani.
From hard‑hit balls to Bolt runs, the latest analytics reveal the hidden mechanics that shape today’s game.
The NCAA will enforce a five‑year window for college athletes, while MLB eyes a reduced draft that could preserve more elite prospects in the collegiate system, a shift that may alter recruitment strategies for programs such as Virginia.
An exploration of the key Statcast metrics that are reshaping how hitters, pitchers and coaches understand performance on the diamond.
The recent WVSSAC State Baseball Tournament hosted by Marshall University not only showcased top high school talent but also generated significant local business activity, prompting plans for expanded facilities in 2027.
Major League Baseball’s owners have proposed a rule change that would bar high‑school players from signing professional contracts until they are at least 20 years old, prompting prospects like James Clark to weigh college baseball against early pro opportunities.
A Douglas County court has filed first-degree assault, third-degree elder abuse and armed criminal action charges against Wesley Sartor, who is accused of threatening a woman with a bat while arguing over a handwritten receipt.
A top transfer pitcher from UConn arrives in Florida State with a 2.72 ERA and a projected top‑draft status.
The Volunteers are bolstering their roster with experienced hitters and a returning pitcher, aiming to build on a 38‑22 campaign and a recent NCAA Tournament appearance
RIT alumnus David Foy, whose love of baseball and mathematics shaped a three‑decade finance career, now leads GEICO as chief financial officer, crediting mentor Jack Byrne and his applied‑statistics education for his path.
Nic Abraham commits to Virginia Tech after Tennessee fires pitching coach Josh Reynolds, while the Vols manage a massive transfer portal turnover.