Bulldogs Ranked Third in Preseason Poll
The Mahomet‑Seymour Bulldogs open the season as The News‑Gazette’s No. 3 preseason team, driven by a strong defense and a talented backfield.
Aug 8, 2026
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Justin Bernaix earns 2026 Coach of the Year honor
In his first year at the helm of Edwardsville High School, Justin Bernaix led the Tigers to a fourth‑place finish at the IHSA Class 3A State Tournament, a feat that earned him the 2026 Telegraph Large‑Schools Girls Soccer Coach of the Year award.
Aug 2, 2026
Bloomington Bison Re-Sign Key Forwards for 2026‑27 Season
The Bison have secured the return of three forward players, adding experience and depth to their lineup for the upcoming season.
Jul 29, 2026
Anna Maxim’s Remarkable Senior Season Leads Edwardsville to State Triumph
Anna Maxim, a senior midfielder for Edwardsville’s girls soccer team, combined athletic dominance with academic distinction, guiding her squad to a sectional title and a state tournament berth while preparing for a biomedical engineering degree at Florida.
Jul 29, 2026
Bison Forge Affiliate Deal with NHL Powerhouses to Accelerate Player Development
The Bloomington Bison have entered a new affiliation with the Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose, linking the ECHL club to a proven talent pipeline that could reshape its developmental trajectory.
Jul 8, 2026
Bloomington-Normal Fans Rally Behind U.S. Soccer Team at Brass Pig
Local supporters gathered at a downtown tavern to cheer the U.S. men's national team against Turkey, sharing food, excitement, and hopes for future outdoor events.
Jun 26, 2026
Evansville Aces Unveil 2026 Women’s Soccer Schedule
The University of Evansville women's soccer team has released its 2026 slate, highlighting eight home games at Arad McCutchan Stadium and a series of marquee matchups against Power‑4 and conference opponents.
Jun 26, 2026
Zach Cleveland Signs Exhibit 10 Contract with Memphis Grizzlies
The former Liberty University forward has agreed to an Exhibit 10 deal with the Memphis Grizzlies, becoming the eighth player from the program to earn an NBA contract and the latest addition to the franchise’s Summer League roster.
Jun 26, 2026
MVC Unveils sweeping reforms to basketball championships ahead of 2027 season
The Missouri Valley Conference's Board of Directors has approved a comprehensive restructuring of its basketball championships, moving the women's event to St. Louis and adopting a ten‑team bracket for both genders beginning in 2027. The changes aim to boost visibility, deepen fan involvement and secure new sponsorship opportunities, while honoring the legacy of previous host venues.
Jun 22, 2026
52nd Illinois Shrine Game Returns to Tucci Stadium, Benefits Children’s Hospital
The annual Shrine Game concludes the 2025‑26 IHSA season, featuring coaches David Hay and Tony Reetz and raising funds for pediatric care.
Jun 19, 2026
Rain Delays Illinois High School Baseball Supersectionals, Rescheduled for June 9
Overnight rain forced the postponement of several Illinois High School Association supersectional baseball games. The contests will now be played on Tuesday, June 9, at alternate sites in Peru, DeKalb, Moline and Bloomington.
Jun 8, 2026
IHSA Baseball Supersectionals Set for June 8, Path to State Finals Defined
The 2026 IHSA baseball postseason reaches its supersectional stage with 32 teams remaining, featuring a detailed schedule of games across Illinois venues that will determine the state finalists.
Jun 6, 2026
Michigan State Secures Commitment from Three-Star Linebacker Matthew Brady for 2027 Class
Bloomington, Illinois linebacker Matthew Brady has pledged to Michigan State, becoming the eighth verbal commitment for head coach Pat Fitzgerald in his inaugural full recruiting cycle.
Jun 3, 2026