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An 18‑year‑old basketball player experienced sudden chest pain during practice, was quickly diagnosed with a life‑threatening aortic dissection, and underwent emergency open‑heart surgery that saved his life.
A routine basketball practice turned into a medical emergency, leading to life‑saving surgery and a wave of community solidarity.
The Pac‑12 is adding seven schools and reimagining its tournament format, a move that could reshape college basketball dynamics and elevate the conference’s national standing.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall hosted a youth football camp at San Joaquin Memorial High School in Fresno, drawing hundreds of local players aged 6 to 16 and extending a tradition begun by Christian McCaffrey.
The 2015 Colorado State Rams football campaign unfolded as a testament to steady progress, marking the fifth straight year the program had climbed the ladder of collegiate competition.
The Tulare Union basketball team was named Tulare County high school boys' sports team of the year for the 2025‑26 season after a 31‑5 record, tournament titles, and a near‑state championship run.
Kaja Bins, a former Fresno State track star, is poised to become a flag football Olympian after a breakthrough season with Germany’s national team.
Jimmy Fries, the newly appointed president of the Fresno Falcons, announced a plan to make each game an immersive experience, hiring former NHL player Iain Duncan as head coach and introducing ice shows, dance teams, promotions and giveaways.
The Beavers have released their full 2026 slate, featuring early road games, a home opener against Bushnell, and a series of Pac‑12 matchups that will culminate in the November championship.
A driver in Fresno’s Tower District was assaulted when a suspect smashed his car windows with a metal baseball bat after being confronted about illegal tagging. The incident was captured on video and posted by Councilmember Miguel Arias, who is asking the public for help identifying the assailant.
The Pac‑12 has released the slate for 11 of Fresno State’s 12 regular‑season games, confirming a Sept. 4 Fox broadcast opener, nine televised contests and a flexible final week.
The school announced the appointment of Darrell Duckett, a 2019 alumnus and former collegiate guard, as its new head football coach, highlighting his playing pedigree, coaching experience and vision for a year‑round development culture.
Cedric Coward’s selection to the NBA’s 2025-26 All-Rookie First Team caps a rookie season that blended statistical excellence with a compelling personal narrative.