Big Ten Coaches Praise Minnesota’s Progress Under P.J. Fleck
Athlon Sports' annual feature gathers anonymous remarks from Big Ten head coaches, spotlighting P.J. Fleck's steady rise and the program's growing reputation.
May 20, 2026
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Louisville Baseball’s Season Ends in 16-8 Loss to Pitt, Raising Questions for McDonnell Era
The Cardinals fell 16-8 to Pitt in the tournament's first round, exposing pitching deficiencies and a season that ended with a 30-27 record and a contract year for coach Dan McDonnell.
May 20, 2026
NASCAR O’Reilly Series Sets Sights on 2026 Charbroil 300 at Charlotte
The 2026 season will see the O'Reilly Series travel to Charlotte Motor Speedway for the 15th race weekend of the year, where the 300‑mile Charbroil 300 will be contested in May. The event marks a key date on the schedule as teams prepare for a high‑stakes showdown on the 1.5‑mile oval.
May 20, 2026
Prime Video Unveils Rotating NASCAR Analyst Lineup for 2026 Season
Prime Video’s 2026 NASCAR Cup Series coverage will feature a rotating cast of former champions and active racers, with Carl Edwards, Mark Martin, Martin Truex Jr., Brad Keselowski, Jeff Gordon, and others providing weekly analysis.
May 20, 2026
Virginia Tech Baseball Eyes NCAA Berth with Crucial ACC Tournament Clash Against Notre Dame
The Hokies, seeded seventh, will meet Notre Dame in a winner‑takes‑all game that could lock in an NCAA Tournament spot, while both coaches eye strategic edges.
May 20, 2026
Clemson Baseball’s 2026 Season Ends in Heartbreaking ACC Tournament Loss to Notre Dame
Clemson fell 5-4 to Notre Dame in the opening round of the ACC Tournament, ending a season that required a tournament sweep to reach the NCAA field and marking the first missed postseason under Erik Bakich.
May 20, 2026
NASCAR All‑Star Race to Undergo Format Shift as Hamlin Eyes Continued Dominance
The sport is preparing for a revamped All‑Star event while drivers like Hamlin and others jostle for playoff positioning, with marquee races from Charlotte to Indianapolis on the horizon.
May 20, 2026
NASCAR Announces 2027 Hall of Fame Class Featuring Harvick, Burton and Pioneer Phillips
The 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame ceremony, set for January 22, 2027, will honor a trio of on‑track greats and a sport‑shaping executive, bringing the total inductees to 73.
May 20, 2026
Greg Biffle Misses 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame Induction as Panel Selects Burton and Harvick
The recent Hall of Fame announcement highlighted a surprising omission: Greg Biffle, a 56‑win veteran and philanthropist, was not selected for the 2027 class. Instead, Jeff Burton and Kevin Harvick earned the honors, leaving many to question the panel’s criteria.
May 20, 2026
NASCAR Announces 2027 Hall of Fame Class Featuring Harvick, Burton and Phillips
The upcoming induction ceremony will celebrate the careers of Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton and the late Larry Phillips, alongside the legacy of Dale Earnhardt Sr., as NASCAR reveals its 2027 Hall of Fame class.
May 20, 2026
Boston College Baseball Swept by Top‑Ranked Georgia Tech, Yet Remains in NCAA Tournament Field
After a 38‑3 defeat at the hands of #3 Georgia Tech, Boston College prepares for the ACC Baseball Championship in Charlotte, where a 4‑seed and a first‑round bye await, with a showdown against Miami‑Stanford/Cal looming on May 21.
May 19, 2026
NASCAR Announces 2027 Hall of Fame Class
The 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame class celebrates a Missouri native, a former champion analyst, a beloved former driver, and a visionary executive, setting the stage for a landmark ceremony in Charlotte.
May 19, 2026
Kevin Harvick Headlines NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2027
Kevin Harvick, celebrated as 'The Closer,' was selected for the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2027 after earning 92% of the vote. His 60 Cup Series wins, 2014 championship and Daytona 500 victory, along with the honors bestowed on his former teammate Jeff Burton and late pioneer Larry Phillips, will be celebrated at a ceremony in Charlotte on January 22, 2027.
May 19, 2026
Harvick, Burton, Phillips to be Inducted into NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2027
Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton and Larry Phillips were selected for the 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame after a combined expert and fan vote, with the induction ceremony scheduled for January 22, 2027.
May 19, 2026
NASCAR Announces 2027 Hall of Fame Inductees
NASCAR revealed the Class of 2027, highlighting the achievements of its newest inductees and the upcoming ceremony in North Carolina.
May 19, 2026
Harvick, Burton and Phillips Earn 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame Induction
The upcoming class of the NASCAR Hall of Fame will be headlined by veteran champion Kevin Harvick, 21‑victory driver Jeff Burton and record‑setting short‑track ace Larry Phillips, with Lesa France Kennedy set to receive the Landmark Award. The induction ceremony is scheduled for January 22, 2027 at the NASCAR Hall of Fame and Charlotte Convention Center.
May 19, 2026
Harvick, Burton, Phillips Inducted into NASCAR Hall of Fame
Kevin Harvick's career, Jeff Burton's achievements, Larry Phillips' pioneering legacy, and Lesa France Kennedy's contributions were honored at the 2024 Hall of Fame ceremony.
May 19, 2026
Ross Chastain Prepares for Marathon of Racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Ross Chastain is set to attempt an unprecedented endurance challenge this weekend, combining Truck, Xfinity and Cup Series events into a single, grueling marathon of over 1,000 miles of racing.
May 19, 2026
Coca-Cola 600 Entry List Reveals 39 Drivers Set for Charlotte Showdown
The 2026 Coca-Cola 600 will feature a full grid of 39 drivers at Charlotte Motor Speedway, headlined by Katherine Legge's attempt at The Double and a roster of seasoned competitors across iconic teams.
May 19, 2026
NASCAR’s All‑Star Race Needs a Reset
The 2026 All‑Star Race at Dover was marred by a chaotic format that left several top drivers damaged early on. Industry voices are calling for a return to Charlotte, a simplified structure and a renewed focus on pure competition.
May 19, 2026
Kyle Larson’s Double: A Documentary on Perseverance and Family
An intimate look at Kyle Larson’s quest to complete the Memorial Day Weekend ‘Double’, the crashes, the family dynamics, and the emotional weight of ambition.
May 19, 2026
Wes Mendes Named ACC Pitcher of the Year as Seminoles Prepare for Championship Run
Junior pitcher Wes Mendes leads a Florida State pitching staff that has collected multiple conference accolades, positioning the Seminoles as the No. 3 seed for the 2026 ACC Baseball Championship.
May 18, 2026
Denny Hamlin Claims Victory in NASCAR All‑Star Race at Dover
Denny Hamlin secured his second career All‑Star Race win at Dover, with Bubba Wallace taking the opening segment and Tyler Reddick dominating the second, while Cody Ware’s climb from 31st to 18th highlighted the action ahead of the Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte.
May 18, 2026
NASCAR ponders future of All-Star Race as Dover debates points‑race future
After a full crowd at Dover, NASCAR and track officials are re‑examining the All‑Star Race’s place on the schedule, with Denny Hamlin and others urging a return to a points‑race format and highlighting Charlotte and Bowman Gray as leading candidates.
May 18, 2026