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Duke’s recruiting strategy under Jon Scheyer focuses on high‑ranking wings, with Asa Montgomery’s recent rise and scheduled visits highlighting the Blue Devils’ plan for a dynamic 2027‑28 roster.
Swampscott native Brendan Norton turns his passion for baseball into a documentary about unicycle‑playing star Jonathan ‘Sunshine’ Luders, exploring the sport’s narrative allure.
Head coach Chris Collins announced staff changes that elevate John Martinez, bring Trevor Marcus from Duke, and appoint Chris Lauten as Chief of Staff, aiming to sharpen the Wildcats’ chemistry ahead of the upcoming season.
After a tightly contested battle, Duke selects Walker Eget to lead the offense, banking on his Division I pedigree while confronting the challenges of ACC play.
From a rocky start to a playoff berth, the Dallas Wings credit their new coach’s philosophy, key acquisitions and long‑term roster stability for a rapid ascent.
Duke's 2026‑27 roster combines returning stars with high‑profile recruits, creating a crowded backcourt where shooting consistency could unlock playing time for newcomers.
Duke’s women’s soccer team opened its season with a 4‑0 victory over FIU, highlighted by Mia Minestrella’s two goals, a clean sheet and a milestone for Katie Shea Collins.
Jennifer King, a trailblazing coach with NFL experience, has been named head coach of North Carolina Central University’s inaugural women’s flag football team, ushering a new competitive chapter for the school and its athletic conference.
Duke University enters the 2026 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament as a clear front‑runner, driven by a deep roster, experienced coaching, and a legacy of excellence.
Once a beacon of accessibility in Chapel Hill youth soccer, Rainbow Soccer now struggles under the weight of a profit‑driven rival that has reshaped the local sporting landscape.
Deron Rippey Jr., Maxime Meyer and Cayden Boozer headline Duke's 2026 class, each expected to evolve beyond immediate NBA expectations as the program emphasizes sustained growth.
Duke University is sharpening its focus on a 2027 recruiting class shaped by new NCAA eligibility rules. Coach Jon Scheyer is evaluating a handful of high‑profile prospects, each bringing distinct skills that could help the Blue Devils navigate a thinner talent pool.
The Knights open their 2026 campaign against Florida, hoping to build on last year's breakthrough and secure another NCAA berth.
Manny Diaz has guided Duke to its first ACC Championship since 1989 despite roster turnover, securing a long‑term deal that could reshape the program’s trajectory and attract interest from powerhouse schools.
Duke is bringing in 19 transfers to replace departures after its 2025 ACC Championship, hoping the new talent will elevate the program and reshape its future.
The Trojans open their 2026 campaign against No. 3 Duke at Rawlinson Stadium, a venue that debuted in 2025, as Coach Jane Alukonis looks to leverage a No. 1 recruiting class and a challenging schedule.
Duke University tight end Jeremiah Hasley appears at No. 55 on Bruce Feldman’s 2026 Freaks List, reflecting a season of 48 receptions, 517 yards, eight touchdowns and multiple academic honors.
After a foot injury threatened his sophomore season, Caleb Foster returned to lead Duke past St. John’s in the Sweet Sixteen, setting the stage for a championship‑caliber campaign.
A look at the upcoming December 4, 2026 game at Cameron Indoor Stadium, honoring Tommy Amaker’s dual legacy as a Duke player and Harvard coach, and the tradition of the Brotherhood Run series.
The Orange will open the season with exhibitions against Albany and Cornell, travel across the Northeast, and then dive into a rigorous ACC slate before concluding at home and heading into the postseason.
As Duke prepares for the 2026 season, three high‑profile transfers must prove their worth, or the program may come to regret the moves that were supposed to bolster its roster.
At the FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup in Istanbul, 17‑year‑old Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje is rewriting the script for future prospects, averaging 19.5 points, 10.2 rebounds and a rare mix of shooting and shot‑blocking. His versatile game has already caught the eye of NBA personnel and U.S. national team coaches.
Duke's latest recruiting class tops the national rankings for the third straight year, bringing a mix of size, skill, and versatility that could reshape the team's rotation.
A look at the rising profile of soccer at HBCUs, the emergence of cricket in North Carolina, and the musical evolution of Tank and the Bangas, whose recent performance in Carrboro was interviewed by Leoneda Inge.