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After a 40‑year absence, Spartanburg Day School is set to field a varsity football team this August, featuring new players, a seasoned coaching staff and a community eager for the return of competitive play.
The University of North Carolina’s baseball program, fresh off a 54‑win campaign that fell one game short of the national championship, is turning to a deep transfer portal haul to fill key departures. Head coach Scott Forbes has assembled eleven Division I transfers and three junior‑college players, including shortstop Jamie Laskofski, pitchers Jimmy Voorhies and Scott Doran, and a host of seasoned catchers and outfielders. The move aims to restore a veteran foundation and return the team to the Omaha stage in 2027.
The Spartans’ 2026‑27 season features 32 games, highlighted by matchups against NCAA tournament teams NC State and Furman, and a strategic blend of home and away contests designed to sharpen the squad under Coach Jerod Haase.
Coach Andrew Wilson announced the 2026‑27 schedule for VMI basketball, revealing a mix of home games, a Texas road trip, and a March tournament in Asheville.
After four decades without a varsity football program, Spartanburg Day School is set to field a team for the first time, opening the season against Asheville Christian Academy on August 14.
The University of North Alabama announced its 2026 men's soccer schedule, highlighting two exhibitions, a shift to Bank Independent Stadium after September 19, and the arrival of ten fresh players under head coach Chris Walker.
The promising slugger Blake Brookins has pledged to join Oregon State’s baseball program, adding depth and a potent left‑handed bat to the team’s outfield.
The Asheville Youth Football League is grieving the loss of coach Lamarius Jones, killed in a shooting off Biltmore Avenue. A July 25 rally will honor the victims and provide support for those coping with grief.
When FlexWork Sports Management advertised a $100 football camp featuring Panthers rookie Tetairoa McMillan, the event never materialized, leaving attendees without answers and officials scrambling to respond.
The High Point University men's soccer team has released its 2026 schedule, featuring 10 home and 10 away fixtures that include exhibition matches, conference play and a postseason tournament, with marquee games against Virginia, Maryland and Georgetown as the program seeks its first top‑10 NCAA seed.
From sandy beaches in Florida to historic estates in North Carolina, several coaches used the off‑season to bond with their families, while a few turned tradition into a community event.
The UNC Asheville baseball program mourns the loss of Philip Mullinax, a Flat Rock native who pitched for the Bulldogs in 1989 and 1990 and left a lasting legacy on and off the mound.
Cooper Ingle entered the majors as the designated hitter for the Guardians, becoming the 74th former Clemson player to appear in a big‑league game.
After a standout season at Triple‑A Columbus, the Guardians are set to promote Cooper Ingle, a 2023 fourth‑round draft pick, for a weekend series against the Seattle Mariners.
The University of Memphis men’s soccer team has unveiled its fall 2026 schedule, highlighting exhibitions, key matchups, and the upcoming American Conference Tournament.
At a summer camp in Asheville, North Carolina, a group of budding soccer players watched the U.S. Men’s National Team face Australia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sparking excitement and a desire to emulate the stars they admire.
The Blue Devils face a pivotal year as they aim to repeat as ACC champions, with new transfers and emerging talent stepping into key roles.
The Blue Raiders announce the addition of Justin Levine, a coach whose five‑year tenure at UNC Asheville produced championship seasons and an NCAA Tournament berth, as an assistant for the 2026‑27 campaign.
The Citizen-Times and Times-News have unveiled the 2026 All-Western North Carolina girls soccer teams, celebrating standout players, defensive standouts, and Coach of the Year Melissa Villars-Nitsche.
May 2026 saw several Houston Astros prospects flash potential while others faced setbacks, shaping the outlook of the organization's developing talent.
The USC Upstate baseball team clinched its second consecutive Big South Championship, moving the title game to North Carolina and delivering a decisive 8‑1 win that guarantees an NCAA Tournament appearance.
The Citizen Times and Times-News unveil their top 10 quarterback rankings for the upcoming 2026 Western North Carolina high school football season, highlighting players who combined statistical dominance with leadership that shaped their teams’ fortunes.
The Spartans clinched their second straight Big South title, a feat that positions them for the NCAA Tournament and underscores a dominant season under Coach Kane Sweeney.
The 2026 NCAA Division I baseball tournament will feature 29 automatic qualifiers across a series of conference tournaments running from May 9 to May 24, culminating in a May 25 selection show on ESPN2.