
Gilmour Lancers Gear Up for Season with Summer Grind Across Ohio
The Gilmour boys basketball team has traversed the state this summer, using a demanding schedule to forge chemistry and prepare for the upcoming season.
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The Gilmour boys basketball team has traversed the state this summer, using a demanding schedule to forge chemistry and prepare for the upcoming season.
The Tri‑City Chili Peppers' Cosmic Baseball combines ultraviolet lighting, fluorescent gear and interactive rules to create a novel stadium experience that is now visiting Akron, Buffalo and Columbus.

Two former Ohio high school baseball rivals have become teammates at Xavier University and will both participate in the 2026 MLB Draft Combine in Phoenix, highlighting a promising future for the program.

The 2026 Marquette University men’s soccer schedule was finally unveiled on June 22, but the delay left many fans frustrated. The slate includes matches against Oakland, Saint Mary’s, Northern Illinois, Wisconsin, Northwestern, St. Thomas, Southern Indiana, Georgetown, UW‑Milwaukee, Carroll, Creighton, Xavier, Butler, Connecticut, DePaul, St. John’s and Akron. What worries analysts most is the lack of competitive non‑conference opponents. Marquette’s history adds another layer of context. If the Golden Eagles can navigate this thin slate, they still have a shot at qualifying for the Big East tournament for the first time since spring 2021.
The Marion Star recognizes top performers from the 2026 baseball season, highlighting award winners and historic achievements across local teams.

Badin High School’s baseball team clinched its first state championship since 1996, defeating Bishop Watterson 7‑2 in the Division III final and ending a three‑decade title drought.

Retired city analyst and Air Force veteran Lance Bell, alongside fellow seniors Rudy Murry and Bart Skinner, brings energy to the inaugural 60‑and‑up basketball game in Akron, highlighting a growing movement to keep older adults active through sport and wellness.

A complete-game performance by Anthony Snyder, combined with timely hitting and airtight defense, sends Fenwick to the state championship game for the first time in over four decades.
Walsh Jesuit’s 4‑2 victory over Hoover in a ten‑inning Division II semifinal featured a near‑perfect pitching performance, a clutch inside‑the‑park homer by Colin Locigno and a looming clash with the defending champions.

A day at the 91st Annual Founders’ Day Celebration in Akron, Ohio, blends high school baseball, stories of recovery, and the timeless allure of the sport.

The Badin Rams ended a three-decade title drought with a 7-2 win over Bishop Watterson, highlighted by a potent offense and a stifling defense that defined their championship run.
The Tigers rallied in the fifth inning to secure a 2-1 win, avenging last year's title game and delivering a dramatic finish to a tightly contested state final.
The upcoming OHSAA Division I baseball final pits two storied Cincinnati programs against each other, with ticket details, broadcast info and key storylines.
Dominick Dials' two home runs and Jack Ryan's dominant pitching lead St. Xavier to a 5‑0 win over Olentangy Orange, setting up a championship clash with Moeller.
The 98th Ohio High School Athletic Association baseball tournament is underway, featuring Stark County representatives North Canton Hoover and Lake Center Christian, with semifinals scheduled in Akron and Canton and finals set for Akron.
Senior athlete Jack Andes is driving the Hoover Vikings toward their first state baseball championship, boasting elite stats in both baseball and football while committing to Bowling Green.
Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy is set to compete in its inaugural OHSAA baseball state semifinal, facing second‑ranked Columbus Bishop Watterson on June 11. With a blend of veteran leadership, explosive hitters and a dominant pitcher, the team aims to capture its first championship.
After opening the season with two losses, the Fairfield Union baseball squad rallied to claim a Mid‑State League‑Buckeye title, a district crown and a dramatic regional final victory, earning a berth in the state semifinal against Franklin Bishop Fenwick.

The University of Akron announced that eight of its football standouts have been selected to Phil Steele’s 2026 preseason All-MAC Team, highlighting the program’s growing depth.

Coach John Gallagher announced the commitment of sophomore forward Ognjen Stankovic, highlighting his versatile skill set and global background.

LeBron James and his family foundation have transformed lives in Akron, Ohio, through education, housing and financial empowerment, a mission praised by billionaire Warren Buffett.

Bishop Fenwick and St. Henry High Schools have advanced to the state baseball semifinals after winning their respective regional championships, with games scheduled for June 11 and 13 in Akron.

St. Xavier’s baseball team captured the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division I regional championship, defeating Oak Hills 6‑5. The win ends a 23‑year title drought and puts the Bombers two wins away from a state championship.

The Cowgirls will face former teammates next year as key players move to new programs, reshaping the team under Coach Jacie Hoyt.