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Josh Yurick, a former Crossroads soccer coach and current art teacher at Big Rapids Middle School, has stepped into the role of head coach for the Big Rapids boys soccer Cardinals, bringing a 22‑player roster, foreign exchange students, and a focus on fitness and district competition.
Boston College is banking on 27 transfers, a revamped offense led by Mason McKenzie and Evan Dickens, and a fortified defensive backfield to rebound from a 2‑10 season and contend for an ACC title.
The Pittsburg State Gorillas open preseason camp on Monday, August 3, with high hopes after a 10‑3 season, a fourth straight playoff appearance, and a top‑ranked preseason poll position. Key returners and All‑MIAA honorees are set to lead a veteran squad into a season‑opening showdown with national champion Ferris State.
Andi Veltcamp, a senior at Big Rapids, tried out for soccer with no prior experience, navigated multiple positions, and helped her team clinch the Central State Activities Association title.
Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss has bought a downtown Oxford house, signaling a blend of personal affection and savvy investment as he eyes a future in the NFL.
Coach Brooks Miller expressed gratitude at the Bulldogs' annual golf outing, where alumni from the 2018 championship team returned to celebrate the program's tradition and future under new leadership.
Max Bollman, a senior defensive lineman from Big Rapids, Michigan, has pledged to join Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, after a standout season in both football and golf.
Levi Hatchew played a pivotal role in Big Rapids' championship runs, excelling at third base and driving in runs while balancing basketball commitments.
The Big Rapids Post 98 American Legion baseball team posted a decisive win over Mount Pleasant before a shutout loss to Berryhill, setting the stage for a showdown with Linwood Post 239 and a chance at the state finals.
The Wildcats have released a 2026‑27 schedule that opens with a three‑game swing through Wisconsin Dells, features a Midwest Tip‑Off Challenge, and culminates with the GLIAC Tournament in March.
Northern Michigan releases its 2026‑27 men’s basketball schedule, outlining a demanding non‑conference road trip, early conference matchups and a March GLIAC tournament run.
The 2026 Pioneer All-Area Girls Soccer team features a blend of offensive firepower and defensive resilience, highlighted by Nalaya Fricke's Player of the Year award and a perfect league run by Big Rapids.
The 40th annual Bulldog Hockey Alumni Golf Outing returns to Ferris State’s Katke Golf Course, offering golf, dinner, raffle prizes and sponsorship opportunities for a $150 fee per participant.
A look at the achievements, skills, and future prospects of Quin Garrett, a multi‑sport athlete from Michigan's Central State Activities Association.
The Post 98AA 18U baseball squad dropped an 11-8 decision to Diamonds 18U at Calvin University, slipping to 2-6-1, but several players delivered strong performances ahead of their next matchup.
Ferris State University will host its 23rd annual men’s basketball golf outing on July 22 at Katke Golf Course, featuring a new head coach, community prizes and funds that support the team’s ambitious season goals.
The Cardinals will face Cedar Springs on May 27 after both teams posted 8‑0 first‑round wins, with Coach Curt Ray confident that improved play can overturn last year’s shootout loss.
Season tickets for the 2026 Central Washington Wildcats football campaign are available, marking the first year under head coach Scott Power as the team targets another NCAA Tournament run.
Ferris State University's men's ice hockey team has released its 2026‑27 Central Collegiate Hockey Association schedule, highlighting 14 home games at the Ewigleben Ice Arena and a season that culminates with the CCHA Quarterfinals in March.
Northern Michigan University’s Wildcats hockey team launches its 50th anniversary season with a home series against Miami University, marking the start of a year-long celebration of the program’s rich history and future ambitions.