Injuries Deprive All-Star Game of Key Stars
A look at the sidelined superstars, their recent struggles and the Dodgers' dominant season heading into the midsummer classic.
Jun 13, 2026
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Atlanta, Georgia, United States across Football, Soccer, Basketball.
Dayton Tockey’s Walk‑Off Heroics Put Oklahoma in the Spotlight Ahead of College World Series Clash
Dayton Tockey’s clutch walk‑off homer and his mother’s viral presence spotlight Oklahoma as it prepares for a pivotal College World Series clash with Alabama in Omaha.
Jun 13, 2026
Sooners and Crimson Tide Meet in Omaha for College World Series Showdown
The Oklahoma Sooners and Alabama Crimson Tide are set to face off in the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska, after both teams navigated tough regional paths and displayed dominant offensive numbers.
Jun 13, 2026
Celebrity Chef Bobby Flay Praises Stadium Cuisine, Highlights Top Venues
Celebrity chef Bobby Flay shares his favorite stadium foods, endorses MetLife Stadium, and spotlights other venues known for unique culinary offerings.
Jun 13, 2026
Jocelyn Faison Joins Iowa Women’s Basketball After Georgia Exit
Jocelyn Faison, a former Georgia Bulldogs guard, has transferred to Iowa Women's Basketball after a season that included a coaching change and teammate movement. Her arrival signals a fresh chapter for both player and program.
Jun 13, 2026
Los Angeles Activists Mobilize Against 2026 FIFA World Cup Amid Fears of Displacement and Human Rights Violations
From ticket affordability to alleged human‑rights risk assessments, a growing movement in Los Angeles and beyond warns that the 2026 World Cup will deepen displacement and inequality.
Jun 13, 2026
The Unpredictability of College Baseball: Ole Miss Rebels’ Path in the 2025 College World Series
College baseball’s inherent uncertainty shines in the 2025 CWS, where the Ole Miss Rebels, led by sophomore pitcher Taylor Rabe, face North Carolina as clear underdogs in an opening game that could set the tone for a tournament defined by surprise outcomes.
Jun 13, 2026
Landon Hairston Crowned 2026 National Player of the Year, Joining Elite Sun Devil Legends
Landon Hairston of Arizona State University has been named the 2026 National Player of the Year by Baseball America, finishing a season with 28 home runs and a .400 batting average while remaining a finalist for the Golden Spikes Award. His achievement adds to a storied program history of 15 previous winners and marks a unique decision to return for another year.
Jun 13, 2026
Lynx Bench Steps Up as Coach Reeve’s Early Concerns Fade
After a shaky start, the Minnesota Lynx’s bench has posted a noticeable uptick in scoring, helping the team string together an eight‑game winning streak despite still ranking near the bottom of the league in bench production.
Jun 13, 2026
Baylor Bears Eye Big 12 Resurgence as Preseason Rankings Place Them 13th
After a 5-7 season, Baylor enters the 2024 campaign with a 13th-place preseason ranking in the Big 12, aiming to prove the early schedule can launch a turnaround.
Jun 12, 2026
Aidan Birr Leads Georgia Tech’s Ambitious 2026 Campaign
Kicker Aidan Birr earns third‑team All‑America and first‑team preseason All‑ACC honors, while the program prepares for a high‑profile schedule and major facility upgrades.
Jun 12, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners Set for College World Series Debut After Four-Year Wait
The Oklahoma Sooners, fresh off walk‑off wins over Georgia Tech and Kansas, will open the 2026 NCAA tournament against seventh‑seeded Alabama on June 13, with the game televised on ESPN and streamed via ESPN+ and Fubo.
Jun 11, 2026
SWAC Revises Basketball Tournament Format for Upcoming Season
The Southwestern Athletic Conference announces a new tournament structure that rewards the top two seeds with direct semifinal berths, while expanding the field to ten qualifiers. The change follows a period in which regular‑season champions struggled to advance.
Jun 11, 2026
Expert MLB Picks for June 11: Dodgers, Diamondbacks, and Braves in Focus
With the season underway, three prominent analysts share their forecasts for tonight’s games, highlighting statistical edges and promotional opportunities on the Polymarket platform.
Jun 11, 2026
Kansas Basketball Transfer Class Misses ESPN Top 22
Kansas’ latest transfer additions, including Leroy Blyden Jr. and Keanu Dawes, were left unranked by ESPN, while the incoming freshman class earned a top‑three national ranking.
Jun 11, 2026
Sooner State’s Surge: Oklahoma Baseball Heads into Crucial CWS Clash
Dayton Tockey’s five tournament home runs and a deep, balanced lineup underscore Oklahoma’s push for a championship, as coach Skip Johnson praises the team’s unselfish spirit.
Jun 11, 2026
World Cup 2026 Set to Ignite Soccer Passion Across Atlanta and Macon
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 nations, with eight matches in Atlanta and vibrant watch parties in Macon, as U.S. soccer culture expands.
Jun 11, 2026
Black Drivers in NASCAR’s O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Forge Brotherhood and Inspire Diversity
Two full‑time drivers in NASCAR’s O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, Rajah Caruth and Lavar Scott, met through the Drive for Diversity program and now support each other on and off the track while aiming to inspire the next generation of diverse racers.
Jun 11, 2026
Laureus USA and Movember Blend Soccer Excitement with Mental Health Education in Atlanta
The joint initiative between Laureus USA and Movember used the global soccer spectacle to introduce mental‑health concepts, teaching resilience, problem‑solving and emotional regulation through a series of drills and group discussions.
Jun 10, 2026
Soccer 101: Decoding the Terms New Fans Need to Know Before the World Cup
A concise overview of common soccer terminology — handball, cards, headers, hat tricks, nutmegs, and bicycle kicks — to help newcomers follow the action.
Jun 10, 2026
Tennessee Volunteers Gear Up for a Make-or-Break 2026 Campaign
After a lackluster 2025, the Vols are focusing on crucial SEC road tests against Georgia Tech, Arkansas and LSU, hoping a turnaround can be sparked by a young quarterback and home‑field advantage.
Jun 10, 2026
Eight NCAA Alumni Ready to Shine at 2026 FIFA World Cup
A look at the collegiate backgrounds and professional trajectories of the eight former NCAA players who will represent the United States at the first World Cup hosted on home soil since 1994.
Jun 10, 2026
Spencer Strider’s 2026 Reinvention: From Fastball to Curveball Mastery
Spencer Strider, the Atlanta Braves’ right‑hander, has turned a post‑injury velocity drop into an opportunity to expand his arsenal, blending a revitalized curveball with his signature fastball to maintain elite performance in 2026.
Jun 10, 2026
Transit agencies prep for World Cup with expanded services and security
As the World Cup approaches, transit agencies across North America are rolling out extra buses, shuttles and late‑night services, positioning public transport as the easiest way for fans to reach matches and festivities.
Jun 9, 2026