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After a strong finish to the 2025 season, the Hawkeyes are projected to meet Virginia Tech in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl, a game that could end 7‑5 and spark a legendary mayo‑filled celebration for coach Kirk Ferentz.
With a 65‑point lead and four wins already this season, Layne Riggs heads into the last road course event of the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series at Lime Rock Park, where practice and qualifying will set the stage for a competitive showdown.
Kurt Busch returned to competition for the first time since his brother Kyle's death, finishing third in a historic race at Le Mans and paying tribute to the sibling who had shaped his career.
The Iowa Wild revealed its full 2026‑27 schedule, highlighting a season‑opening game in Texas, a home opener in Des Moines, and a slate of matchups that includes new Eastern Conference opponents and a busy January.
The Checkers' 2026‑27 schedule, released this week, highlights an unprecedented early October kickoff, a revamped divisional format and a slate of community‑focused events.
A look at the 19 newcomers expected to shape Duke football's outlook for the 2026 season, highlighting key contributors and the program's ambitions.
A Nigerian-born player who was told he was too big for basketball has turned into a four‑star football recruit, training intensively and committing to Georgia Tech.
Orlando Johnson, a 23-year-old from Springfield diagnosed with Asperger's, will lead the Chicago Fire in the MLS All-Star Game, embodying a growing push for inclusion in professional soccer.
The 2026 Greater Charlotte 7A/8A Conference preview highlights Hough’s championship pedigree, new leadership at Myers Park, and key returning players across the region.
Al Riveron’s departure marks the end of a landmark era for ACC football officiating, as the conference begins its search for a new leader.
Chase Elliott is set to return to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at North Wilkesboro, driving the iconic No. 7 Chevrolet Silverado for Spire Motorsports. The race, originally slated for the late Kyle Busch, marks a significant milestone in Elliott’s career and brings a fresh sponsor into the mix.
Major League Soccer unveiled its 2026 All-Star lineup, featuring 29 players who will face the Liga MX All-Stars in Charlotte on July 29. The match will be broadcast on Apple TV at 8 p.m. ET.
From grief to grassroots, Susan Fox‑Monteiro’s Black Women Love Football will host its third national tailgate in Charlotte, merging sport, service and sisterhood.
A ranking of the ACC’s top coaches heading into the 2026 season spotlights recent triumphs, rebuilding efforts and storylines that will shape the conference’s narrative.
Wilmer Skoog has signed a two-way deal with Detroit, bringing AHL scoring prowess and international experience to a team eager to return to the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Swedish forward Wilmer Skoog has inked a two‑way deal with the Detroit Red Wings, bringing his AHL pedigree and NHL debut experience to the club's push for a playoff return.
The national governing body has unveiled the junior men’s roster, granted evaluation waivers to several athletes and outlined a multi‑phase training plan spanning California and North Carolina.
Kaleena Smith, the nation's top-ranked prospect in the Class of 2027, is narrowing her choices as she prepares for official visits, with USC emerging as a leading contender thanks to proximity, NIL opportunities and recent program momentum.
Charlotte Men's Soccer announced its 2026 campaign, a 15‑match regular season complemented by two exhibitions, with the goal of protecting the American Conference regular‑season title it captured in 2025.
Kaleena Smith, the nation's No. 1 recruit for the Class of 2027, is weighing a future with the USC Trojans as she prepares for official visits to several powerhouse programs.
The New Jersey Devils have secured forward Ben Steeves with a two-way contract, adding NHL experience and AHL productivity to their lineup.
From Akron's 2017 drought to Stanford's power‑conference resurgence, the journeys of six teams illustrate how coaching changes, historic losing streaks and scheduling hurdles intersect in the pursuit of postseason play
Jones' eighth career win highlights Joe Gibbs Racing's strong 2026 season while Elliott settles for second.
Duke football faces a critical quarterback transition as Walker Eget steps into the starting role, with Dan Mahan poised to step in if needed, while the program seeks to maintain offensive potency despite recent departures.