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The upcoming season of The Amazing Race brings together 13 pairs competing for a million-dollar prize, featuring Olympic soccer star Ali Krieger, host Phil Keoghan, and a fresh Express Pass mechanic that forces strategic decisions by the sixth leg.
Gilbert Henry Blanco, the Phoenix‑born left‑handed pitcher who spent six decades in the sport, died in July 2026 at the age of 80. Tributes have highlighted not only his modest major‑league statistics but also the indelible mark he left on the amateur ranks.
A record 14 players from South Florida now populate NC State's 2026 football roster, forging a tight-knit group that blends youthful camaraderie with collegiate ambition.
From August 20 to 29, ESPN’s High School Football Kickoff presents seven marquee matchups that pit the nation’s elite recruits against each other, highlighting commitments, rankings and the legacy of dominant programs.
A 6‑foot‑1 point guard from Fort Lauderdale is emerging as one of the most talked‑about prospects in the 2027 class, drawing comparisons to Trae Young and Steph Curry and preparing for a high‑profile official visit to Iowa.
The 2026 World Cup drew record crowds and TV ratings, accelerating soccer’s growth, boosting MLS and the NWSL, and uniting diverse communities across the U.S.
The Cardinals will play two exhibition games in Nassau on July 28 and 29, using the trip to evaluate nine fresh faces and a returning scholarship player under coach Pat Kelsey.
A breakout performance at the 17U Peach Jam has elevated Cayden Daughtry into the national conversation, with elite programs courting the Florida native and Iowa eyeing a historic recruiting coup.
Tennessee has extended a scholarship to Cayden Daughtry, a top-ranked point guard from Florida, as part of an aggressive recruiting strategy that also includes multiple 2026 commitments.
Tennessee has offered a scholarship to five-star point guard Cayden Daughtry, a top prospect from Florida, as the program continues to assemble a competitive recruiting class.
Jacksonville’s women’s soccer team travels to England and Wales for its first overseas tour, using the World Cup buzz to prepare for the upcoming Gainbridge Super League season.
Florida, Oregon and Texas A&M secure multiple four‑star and five‑star wide receiver pledges for the 2027 class, highlighting aggressive recruiting efforts.
Alex Freeman, a product of American Heritage High School and Orlando City Academy, has become the youngest member of the U.S. World Cup roster and the 2025 MLS Young Player of the Year, earning acclaim from coach Mauricio Pochettino.
Notre Dame is gaining significant recruiting momentum at the quarterback position, highlighted by four‑star prospect Trey Tagliaferri's visits and impressive sophomore stats.
At 39, Lionel Messi scored all three goals in Argentina's 3-0 victory over Algeria in the 2026 World Cup, tying the men's scoring record while announcing his final World Cup appearance. His MLS tenure with Inter Miami FC has produced unprecedented milestones, and his South Florida properties reflect a deep personal connection to the region.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be staged across the United States, Mexico and Canada, showcasing a blend of experience and youthful talent as the world’s best players converge for a historic competition.
The Florida Dairy Farmers announced the 2026 Mr. Baseball and Coach of the Year finalists, highlighting standout performances from Newberry’s Tavis Honeycutt, Union County’s Jeffrey Brugh and coach Jiwan James.
After a friendly match, influencer Valen Scarsini helped New Zealand defender Tim Payne sky‑rocket from 5,000 to over 5 million followers, setting the stage for a World Cup debut.
Edan Richardson, a 6‑foot‑4, 265‑pound defensive lineman from Archbishop McCarthy High School, has verbally committed to Syracuse, adding a powerful piece to the Orange's 2027 roster.
A compromise plan to blend basketball and pickleball courts with new amenities at Fort Lauderdale Beach Park has ignited opposition from local residents.
Lionel Messi's 2023 move to Inter Miami ignited a cultural shift in American soccer, blending on‑field brilliance with long‑term ownership ambitions and prompting league‑wide transformations.
Illinois is targeting five-star point guard Cayden Daughtry, a 6-foot playmaker from Fort Lauderdale, for the 2027 recruiting class. His scoring, playmaking and recent MVP performance have put him on the Illini’s radar.
More than a dozen prospects from the 2027 recruiting class are set to arrive on campus this weekend, with at least 17 expected to tour Syracuse University between May 29 and May 31. The visits come as the Orange hold 13 verbal pledges and sit No. 22 nationally in the class rankings.
Fresh from a standout high school career, Bruce Branch III has been selected for the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team, setting the stage for his international debut at the FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico.