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The University of Idaho women's soccer team opens its second week of play with a 7 p.m. PT matchup against Western Michigan in Honolulu, looking to build on a 2‑0 start and a defense that has not yielded a goal in 180 minutes.
UNLV announced its full 18‑game 2026 men's soccer calendar, highlighting home contests, road challenges against ranked opponents and streaming coverage.
After guiding Princeton to an 18‑win season and the ECAC Championship Game, Connor Jones accepts a new head‑coaching role with the Tahoe Knight Monsters, citing gratitude and a desire to develop talent within the Vegas Golden Knights system.
From offensive coordinator to associate head coach, PhyNique Allen's rise reflects a blend of strategic acumen and player development that has propelled UC San Diego to back‑to‑back conference titles.
Luke Prokop reflects on coming out at 19, his evolving relationship with his father, the NHL’s controversial stance on LGBTQ+ visibility, and the making of 'The Hockey Player', now streaming on Apple TV+, iTunes and Amazon Prime Video.
From back‑to‑back NCAA Division II titles to a Harlem barber chair and a stand‑up stage, Kenny Warren’s quiet influence finally received the national spotlight at the 2026 ESPYs, where his friend Marcello Hernández celebrated the mentor who shaped his comedy career.
The league's most potent scoring units return with key additions and departures that could define the 2025‑26 AHL season.
Oregon State unveiled a demanding 2026 schedule that blends early exhibition matches, a challenging non‑conference slate, and the first Pac‑12 games, positioning the Beavers to contend for the conference title and a seventh straight NCAA tournament appearance.
From how he will handle Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl to which veterans might earn his favor, Edmonton’s faithful are eager to see how Babcock’s structured approach translates to the ice.
Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport will field three Chevrolets at Atlanta Motor Speedway on July 11, 2026, aiming to extend its strong superspeedway pedigree while broadcast partners CW and PRN bring the action to a national audience.
The Tucson Roadrunners have announced their full 2026‑27 regular‑season schedule, highlighting opening night, holiday games, a long homestand and ticket availability.
The Rockford IceHogs have released their 2026‑27 regular‑season calendar, a 72‑game campaign that begins on October 3 and ends on April 10, featuring home weekend dates, seven Sunday matinees, holiday games and contests against new opponents and the Chicago Wolves.
Forward Brayden Watts has agreed to a new deal with the Allen Americans, bringing back a key playmaker who topped the team in points and earned league recognition last year.
The Minnesota Wild have agreed to a one‑year, $1 million contract with 34‑year‑old goaltender Calvin Pickard, bringing a wealth of NHL experience and playoff pedigree to the roster.
A 2-0 victory over Ecuador propelled Mexico into the Round of 16, inspiring local supporters to gather, share stories, and celebrate their cultural roots.
The Ontario Reign concluded a historic campaign that combined defensive excellence, special‑team efficiency and balanced scoring, culminating in a Pacific Division title and a franchise‑record 47 wins.
A 2-0 triumph over Australia in Seattle propelled the U.S. men's national team into the knockout stage, sparking celebrations among supporters in Bakersfield and igniting optimism for the upcoming clash with Turkey.
D-BAT’s latest venture plans a 17,600‑square‑foot indoor complex in Visalia, offering batting cages, private instruction, camps and more, with a scheduled site‑plan review on June 24.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has turned a modest neighborhood bar in Bakersfield into a gathering point for fans who normally only tune in for the biggest matches, with owner Tim Douhan anticipating record crowds for upcoming fixtures.
The Bruins will open with a home exhibition against UC Riverside before hitting the road for a season‑opening test at Virginia, and will close the regular season against the defending NCAA champions Washington.
At the 2026 AHL Team Business Meetings, the league presented its prestigious Ken McKenzie Award to Ryan Holt of the Bakersfield Condors and the Frank Torres Memorial Award to Mason Wilks of the San Jose Barracuda, highlighting outstanding leadership in promotion and sales.
The Newport Harbor High baseball team captured the CIF Southern California Regional Division II championship, defeating Bakersfield Christian 5‑1 and securing their second regional title.
A surprise invitation to the 2026 FIFA World Cup match in Los Angeles turned into a community celebration, as CRC also gifted tickets to local youth and shared the inspiring journey of its CEO.
Los Angeles Rams players Puka Nacua and Kyren Williams conducted a football camp at Santa Barbara High School, engaging youngsters aged six to sixteen and planning a follow‑up event in Bakersfield.