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With fall camp opening, Duke’s coaching staff and fans watch closely as newcomers like Bryce Davis, Javen Nicholas, Andrew Pellicciotta and Kendall Johnson battle for starting roles.
Middlesbrough is blending Championship ambition with a wave of former MLS talent, aiming for promotion while earning the nickname "Middlesmerica" from US soccer veteran Alexi Lalas.
The 704 Top 15 preseason poll charts the leading high school football programs across the Charlotte region, with Hough and Providence Day leading the way.
North Carolina’s football program is entering a pivotal 2026 season, with three of its most promising players eyeing substantially larger name, image and likeness agreements.
A report by Jordan Bianchi reveals a tentative 2027 calendar that could move Bristol back to the regular season, drop Darlington and World Wide Technology Raceway from the Chase, and add Chicago as a new venue. Fans are already voicing discontent over the possible loss of North Wilkesboro and the inclusion of Richmond in the playoffs.
Georgia’s starting quarterback Gunner Stockton enters his sophomore season with a 12‑3 record, a strong preseason All‑SEC nod, and a family lineage steeped in college football. He discusses his physical conditioning, off‑field focus, and the leadership traits that have earned him teammates’ respect.
With two races left, Ruggiero sits fifth in the standings, five points behind Christian Eckes, and eyes a push for a higher seed.
West Rowan High School is set to field its first girls flag football team this fall, marking a milestone in the school’s athletic landscape and reflecting a national surge in the sport’s popularity.
In a heartfelt social media post, Samantha Busch shared photos from 2007 and memories of her late husband Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR champion who died at 41.
Tennessee offensive tackle David Sanders has donated $20,000 from his NIL earnings to his high school football program, illustrating a broader movement of athletes supporting their alma maters.
Darian Mensah’s preseason accolade, his recent transfer from Duke, and the Hurricanes’ ambitious schedule set the stage for a 2026 campaign that could redefine the program’s national standing.
The new girls flag football program in Davie will begin play on September 14, marking a milestone for the community and the rapidly growing sport.
In a tightly contested 2026 MLS All-Star Game, the MLS All-Stars rallied to defeat LIGA MX 4-3 in Charlotte, North Carolina, with Son Heung-Min delivering two first-half goals.
UNF Athletics released the full slate of games for the upcoming men’s and women’s basketball teams and the cross country squads, outlining conference play, notable non‑conference contests and the venues for the ASUN Championships.
The Volunteers will face Central Michigan for the first time in 2028, pay $1.3 million for the matchup, and begin a home‑and‑home series with Washington in 2029, while also playing West Virginia in Charlotte.
A recent soccer event in Charlotte gave visually impaired participants a chance to compete, connect, and reshape public perceptions of what they can achieve on the field.
A recent ACC preseason poll shows Miami receiving 165 of the 188 first‑place votes cast by reporters, while Duke, the defending champion, slips to tenth and North Carolina falls to fifteenth.
The return of the Brickyard 400 sparks a heated discussion about its status among NASCAR's most iconic events, with veteran voices weighing in on tradition, competition and fan perception.
In a recent FOX News interview, Landon Donovan discusses how the 2022 World Cup reshaped soccer’s profile in America, highlighting soaring viewership, expanding youth participation, and the role of corporate partners like AT&T in accelerating the sport’s growth.
Alex Bowman will end his full‑time NASCAR career after the 2027 season, opening the door for a new driver to steer the storied No. 48 Chevrolet in 2028. Team officials are weighing a quartet of talent, including veteran Ross Chastain, rookie Corey Day and development prospect Connor Zilisch.
Matt Freese admits he may never fully get over the US team's 4-1 loss to Belgium in the 2026 World Cup, describing the emotional toll of a mistake that led to the winning goal, the boos he received in his first post‑World Cup MLS match, and his philosophy of not letting highs or lows define him. Alongside teammates Tim Ream and Max Arfsten, he expresses optimism about the sport's rising popularity in the United States, while Lionel Messi's decision to skip the MLS All‑Star Game underscores the league's increasing global stature.
Corey Heim has captured two Cup victories in his first 15 starts, won the Brickyard 400 as a part‑timer and is poised for a breakthrough season.
Corey Heim's hard‑won victory at Indianapolis sparked debate over the difficulty of passing, while veteran insights and future roster shifts underscore a shifting era for the sport.
The 2026 fantasy football draft season is underway, and success hinges on identifying value, avoiding overrated picks, and targeting sleepers across every position.