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Fairmont’s girls basketball team, led by coach Marcus Thompson and returning stars Lyric McNair, Kimiyah Smith and Aaliyah Duran, aims to build on a 27‑3 season and a state‑championship appearance.
Spurs guard Devin Vassell dropped by the team’s summer basketball camp in San Antonio, engaging campers with high‑fives, autographs and motivational talks that culminated in a spirited chant of ‘Let’s go, Devin!’ and a group rally of ‘Go Spurs Go!’
From 1968 to 1972 I lived through a period when Duke’s football program chased national powerhouses while basketball quietly built a legacy that would later dominate campus life.
Veteran coach Russ Swartz is back at the helm of the Mogadore Wildcats, citing the new Greater Portage Athletic Conference as the catalyst for his return.
The Trojans blend veteran talent with new pieces, aiming to turn cohesion into championship contention.
The Trojans are assembling a balanced roster highlighted by standout talents like JuJu Watkins, Jazzy Davidson and Kennedy Smith, while offseason moves aim to reinforce chemistry and defensive stability.
Veteran point guard Mario Saint‑Supery has signed a four‑year deal with Valencia Basket in Spain, leaving the University of Gonzaga amid a wave of roster turnover that includes the NBA‑bound Jack Kayil and a potential influx of new talent.
A Friday night basketball tournament in Harlem turned violent when a player was shot multiple times, prompting a swift response from emergency services and raising community concerns over safety.
Syracuse staff observed a high‑stakes game featuring future stars, sparking recruitment interest in Ahmed Nur, Ka’Shawn Gill and Kamari Whyte while scouting across multiple shoe‑sponsored events.
Veteran coach Jamal Woodson, known for his distinctive style and three‑decade career, has been hired to lead the Shady Side Academy girls basketball team, bringing experience, a mentorship program, and a vision for rebuilding after the celebrated tenure of Jonna Burke
In his first summer league appearance, the fourth overall pick delivered a 35‑point performance, three blocks and a chase‑down that earned a spot on SportsCenter’s Top 10.
Mike Boynton Jr. was promoted to permanent head coach of the Michigan Wolverines with a two‑year contract. Former coaches, NBA stars and current players voiced strong support, while only junior guard L.J. Cason remains undecided about his future.
Mike Boynton Jr. is set to lead the Michigan Wolverines after Dusty May’s departure, bringing a proven recruiter and a two‑year contract that could extend depending on success.
Despite interest from LSU, top prospect Marcus Spears Jr. committed to Texas, leaving the Tigers to weigh their next recruiting moves.
Jaylen Brown's blockbuster trade to the Philadelphia 76ers has reignited conversations about loyalty, finances and the future of NBA star power.
A 35‑year‑old man died and two others were wounded in a shooting at a Harlem basketball court late Tuesday night; police are seeking tips as the investigation continues.
The Bradley‑Bourbonnais Unified basketball team won silver at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in St. Paul, Minnesota, highlighting the growth of its athletes and the power of community‑focused sport.
Jamal Woodson, a seasoned basketball coach with three decades of experience, has been appointed head coach of the Shady Side Academy girls basketball team, promising a fresh approach built on showmanship, legacy, and family ties.
A late‑night basketball tournament in Harlem turned violent on Friday, leaving a man dead and two others injured while the shooter fled the scene.
Five former Missouri Tigers basketball players entered the NBA 2K27 Summer League in Las Vegas, Nevada, with notable performances and an ongoing eligibility battle for Shawn Phillips Jr.
LSU’s recent recruiting setbacks and the reclassification of Marcus Spears Jr. to the 2026 class have forced a strategic shift, with the program eyeing elite 2027 prospects as a potential remedy.
The Trojans' backcourt stars are far from overrated, but the frontcourt and bench must step up as the team embraces new talent and collective chemistry.
Duke enters the 2026‑27 season as the clear favorite to capture the NCAA crown, a prospect that could finally persuade Jon Scheyer to trade the college game for the NBA.
In a dominant 76‑65 victory against Latvia, Australia’s rising stars combined for a record‑breaking defensive performance, positioning the team as a medal favorite.