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Hickory High School's girls soccer team captured its inaugural state title in the N.C. High School Athletic Association 5A final, defeating Dixon 2-0 with goals from Stephanie Zulueta and Piper Jillings, who was named MVP.
Hickory’s 23-1-1 squad captured its first ever state title, with goals from Stephanie Zulueta and MVP Piper Jillings, while Dixon finished 19-4-2. The match also honored Lizzie Capps and Harper White with the Sportsmanship Award.
Local high school athletes from Summerfield and New Boston Huron captured multiple District crowns, with the softball team securing its third straight title and two golfers earning state finals spots.
Father McGivney’s 6‑0 victory over Columbia highlights standout performances by Layla Tobin, Natalie Beck, Kinley Dettmers, Erin Kretzer and goalkeeper Peyton Ellis, setting the stage for a pivotal match against Litchfield.
The Philadelphia Union has introduced a district‑wide Soccer in Schools initiative that will bring the sport to tens of thousands of elementary students, with a roadmap to extend into Delaware and New Jersey and eventually serve up to 500,000 youngsters.
Traverse City St. Francis clinched district championships in softball and girls soccer, defeating Kingsley and Kingsford respectively, and will now advance to regional competition.
The Canadian Soccer Association announced the lineup that will compete on home turf against Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar and Switzerland, with captain Alphonso Davies sidelined early and Promise David returning from injury.
A coalition of immigrant‑rights organizations has called for the upcoming U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team game in Charlotte to be free of Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers. City leaders say no ICE personnel are expected, while federal officials confirm ICE will be present at World Cup venues nationwide.
The Canadian national team reveals a 26‑player roster that includes the long‑awaited return of captain Alphonso Davies and top scorer Jonathan David, while coach Marsch weighs goalkeeper options and reflects on the growing popularity of soccer at home.
Alphonso Davies makes the Canadian World Cup squad despite a hamstring injury, as coach Jesse Marsch finalizes a 26‑player roster ahead of home‑soil group‑stage matches.
The Canadian federation announced its complete World Cup roster, confirming the participation of veteran Alphonso Davies and top scorer Jonathan David, while outlining tactical choices and injury management strategies.
Pleasant Plains secured a 1‑0 win in the Class 1A Rochester Sectional final, propelled by Raelyn Brammer’s free‑kick heroics. The Cardinals now await their supersectional opponent, as several key seniors prepare to move on.
The Guns N’ Hoses First Responder Soccer Cup will feature a ceremony, raffle and a chance to meet St. Louis CITY SC players, with proceeds supporting families of fallen heroes through BackStoppers.
After two friendly matches in Florida, the English national football team will base itself in Prairie Village, Kansas, where residents anticipate their arrival and training at a nearby facility.
Coaches across Colorado selected a group of eleven athletes from Montezuma and Dolores counties for all‑state teams in track and field, girls soccer and girls golf, highlighting a season of collective achievement.
A massive nine‑foot Adidas Trionda ball has been installed in San Jose, kicking off a month‑long World Cup celebration that will draw international fans and boost local business.
Cody Carlson, manager of Redlands Football Club, navigates a pivotal fourth season, recruiting a broader squad and partnering with Stater Bros., while Temecula FC captures the Briones Cup and Natalie Mitchell joins Racing Louisville FC.
Florida Atlantic University’s women’s soccer team will host five summer camps for girls aged 5‑14, featuring instruction, meals, activities and t‑shirts across multiple dates in June and July.
U.S. men’s national team midfielder Brenden Aaronson missed a training session to attend his wedding to Milana D’Ambra. Coach Mauricio Pochettino approved the leave, and the squad plans to view the ceremony via FaceTime before continuing World Cup preparations.
The United States Postal Service has released a North American Soccer forever stamp that captures the excitement of the forthcoming FIFA World Cup, featuring artwork inspired by a legendary goal call.
Coach Heimir Hallgrimsson condemns the use of tennis balls on the pitch, warning that political pressure could jeopardize Ireland’s upcoming matches against Israel.
The newly inaugurated Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center in Fayetteville, Georgia, offers cutting‑edge facilities for all 27 national teams and aims to accelerate the growth of American soccer.
The Democratic Republic of Congo's national team, the Leopards, will make their first ever appearance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, setting up a historic tournament in Houston while navigating Ebola-related travel restrictions.
Recent reports link Pochettino with a Milan project, prompting US Soccer leadership to reaffirm his dedication to the national team.