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The upcoming LiUNA 150 at Lime Rock Park promises a pivotal moment in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series championship, with points tight and several drivers eyeing a spot in the playoffs.
Austin Hill aims to break a tie with Kevin Harvick for the most wins as the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series heads into a unique two‑venue race weekend at Atlanta’s EchoPark Speedway.
The inaugural Window World 450 will mark the first points‑paying NASCAR Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in nearly three decades, drawing praise for its authentic atmosphere and historic significance.
The first Window World 450 weekend will showcase Cup, Truck and zMAX CARS Tour action, live entertainment and camping, while drivers highlight the track’s authentic NASCAR spirit.
Corey Begly is stepping down as head coach of Washington College's men's basketball team after three seasons that included a nine‑game win streak and yearly improvements in winning percentage. He will return to Connecticut College, where he previously served as a lead assistant.
The 19th annual Grip It and Rip It 7‑on‑7 passing tournament kicks off Friday in New Canaan, featuring defending CIAC champions Greenwich and New Canaan, plus a host of other state powers.
Four drivers from McAnally‑Hilgemann Racing head into Lime Rock Park’s last road‑course race of 2026, each with playoff hopes and personal milestones on the line.
A line of thunderstorms unleashed damaging winds and unusually large hail across Connecticut, causing widespread damage and prompting the National Weather Service to verify a potential state hail record.
Callum Tung discusses the challenges and growth of his first professional season, balancing time between the Hartford Wolf Pack and Bloomington Bison, and how those experiences fuel his off‑season training and NHL aspirations.
The second annual Carriker Chronicles Youth Football Camp in Nebraska attracted nearly 400 campers, over 40 coaches and a host of former Nebraska players, cementing its place as a burgeoning summer tradition.
NASCAR’s Cup, Truck and ARCA Menards series will race at EchoPark Speedway in Georgia and Lime Rock Park in Connecticut over a three‑day weekend, with Hamlin leading the championship battle and several drivers jockeying for playoff positioning.
UConn’s legendary coach Geno Auriemma has revealed he has recorded twelve episodes for a new podcast that will feature interviews with high‑achieving figures from outside basketball, continuing a tradition that began with his earlier show Holding Court.
University of Connecticut announced the addition of Egor Amosov, a Russian forward who previously played for Real Madrid, to its men's basketball team for the upcoming 2026‑27 season.
The Saints are entering the new season with a revamped roster, a healed point guard and a coaching staff eager to harness chemistry and speed.
BYU is courting top international prospects, including Caleb Ourigou and Xu Xin, while navigating the NCAA eligibility of Australian forward David Okwera, a situation that could reshape its roster and recruiting strategy.
A severe storm swept through northwest Connecticut, knocking out utilities and uprooting trees at Lime Rock Park, but restoration teams and community partners are working around the clock to prepare the venue for its biggest race weekend of the season.
The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference has unveiled a six‑division alignment for the upcoming 2026 football season, reshaping the competitive landscape for dozens of schools across the state.
The Columbus Blue Jackets’ 2026 prospects camp, backed by G&J Pepsi, showcases how development coaches shape players’ futures, from intensive training to community outreach.
Hockey East announces its 2025‑26 Men's All‑Academic Team, honoring 218 student‑athletes across the conference, with Boston College leading the way.
When Shohei Ohtani took the mound for the Los Angeles Angels, his performance was more than a game; it was a quiet beacon for a historian coping with the death of his wife, Anna.
UConn’s men’s basketball program adds Egor Amosov, a Russian forward who excelled with Real Madrid’s youth side, to its 2026‑27 roster, promising immediate impact under head coach Dan Hurley.
A July 4 showdown at Lynn Family Stadium pits Louisville City against Hartford Athletic in a match that could reshape the playoff race.
More than a hundred Connecticut high school baseball players gathered in New Britain for the CIAC College Showcase, where college coaches evaluated talent alongside personal development under challenging weather conditions.
Childhood friends from Glenville, New York, Tommy Bleyl and Charlie Puglisi were selected by the Nashville Predators in the 2026 NHL Draft, each bringing distinct achievements and future plans to the organization.