
MAC-SBC Challenge Returns for Its Fourth Season
The mid‑America basketball scheduling alliance announces its 2026 slate, featuring home‑and‑away pairings, ESPN broadcast coverage and historic matchups.
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The mid‑America basketball scheduling alliance announces its 2026 slate, featuring home‑and‑away pairings, ESPN broadcast coverage and historic matchups.

After head coach Mike Dunlap stepped down, Ken DeWeese takes over a program in flux, bringing in a fresh recruiting class and transfers to reshape the roster.
After 20 seasons at Kansas, Ritch Price will be honored by the American Baseball Coaches Association in 2027, while his successor Dan Fitzgerald continues to elevate the program.

Over the past eleven years the Solstice Football Camp in Anchorage has grown from a tiny clinic to a multi‑position event that draws hundreds of teens and features NFL alumni.

A former mayor, city council member and basketball coach in Chevak, Alaska, has been arrested and charged with 47 counts of sexual abuse and assault against teenage girls. The case, which spans several communities, is being pursued by state troopers and a coalition of child‑protection agencies.

Northern Michigan University has appointed Chris Kamal, a former Alaska-Anchorage star goaltender, as an assistant coach, bringing a decorated playing career and coaching experience to the program.

Northern Michigan University announced the hiring of Chris Kamal as assistant coach for its hockey program, highlighting his playing legacy, coaching background, and potential impact on the team.

At its annual gathering in Denver, USA Hockey underscored unprecedented growth, a historic triple‑gold sweep at the 2026 Games, and key board appointments.

After a distinguished playing and coaching career, Tobin Karlberg has been appointed assistant coach for Point Loma Nazarene University's men's basketball team for the 2026-27 season, bringing experience and a championship pedigree back to San Diego.

Transfer goaltender Tyler Krivtsov signs with the University of Denver hockey team, bringing a 3.34 goals‑against average, a career‑high 46‑save game and international experience from the Jamaica Challenger Series.

The Crimson Bears secured the state championship in a tightly contested final at Mulcahy Stadium on June 6, 2026.

Coach Matt Thune has announced the addition of Evan Hamey, Bella Hays and Amber Kartchner, highlighting their size, experience and cultural fit for the upcoming season.

The Crimson Bears opened the ASAA DI Baseball State Championships with an 8‑3 win over the Colony Knights, highlighted by strong pitching from Hunter Carte and a Player of the Game performance by Riley Fick.

A deep‑dive into the storied competition between Alaska Fairbanks and Alaska Anchorage, its historic milestones, financial challenges, and the community spirit that keeps the rivalry alive.

The Seawolves announce the addition of Karim Elgizawy, a 6‑3 guard with a strong collegiate résumé, ahead of the upcoming season.

The Chugiak High School football team in Alaska has been praised for its third straight year of highway clean‑ups and shelter work, highlighting the coach’s focus on character and community.

The Everett Silvertips completed a historic championship, finishing the season with a 57‑11 record and a 16‑2 playoff run, highlighted by Julius Miettinen's 14 goals and MVP honor.

Tyson Gilbert, a Colorado native and former collegiate standout, has been promoted to assistant coach and quality control analyst for the University of Colorado men's basketball team, succeeding Mike Rohn.