
Lenoir‑Rhyne Women’s Soccer Opens 2026 With 5‑0 Victory Over Concord
The Bears delivered a dominant 5‑0 win over Concord, showcasing a balanced attack and a tight defense as they prepare for a road clash with Francis Marion.
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The Bears delivered a dominant 5‑0 win over Concord, showcasing a balanced attack and a tight defense as they prepare for a road clash with Francis Marion.

After three years as an assistant, Morales steps into the interim role, aiming to build on recent tournament successes and academic achievements.

The Bears finished second in the SAC preseason poll and are ranked No. 8 nationally, blending a deep roster with fresh talent as they open the season at home.
Dystany Spurlock, the first Black woman to compete in NASCAR’s top three national series, is set to race in the Craftsman Truck Series at Richmond this weekend, seeking a spot among the 36 qualifying trucks.

The Bears open the 2026 season at No. 8 in the United Soccer Coaches poll, backed by a veteran coaching staff, a deep All‑SAC core, and a schedule that blends early non‑conference tests with a challenging conference slate.
In a dominant 101‑52 victory over a Bahamian squad, the Cardinals showcased newfound cohesion, with Flory Bidunga’s double‑double and De'Shayne Montgomery’s 20 points leading the way.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. expresses worry for Josh Berry, who faces an uncertain future after being dropped by Wood Brothers Racing, while recalling their successful partnership and the broader challenges confronting drivers in today's competitive racing environment.

Chase Elliott is set to pilot the storied No. 8 Chevrolet at North Wilkesboro in July, marking his first appearance for JR Motorsports in over a decade and honoring the late Kyle Busch’s unfinished plans.

The Lenoir‑Rhyne football program will host the second annual "Cowgirls and Cleats" Women's Clinic on August 7th at Moretz Stadium, offering drills, tours and a chance to support underprivileged youth.
Mountain Island Charter’s girls soccer team saw its championship hopes dissolve in a penalty kick after a lightning delay, and South Point’s season closed with a 4‑0 loss that ended a three‑year run of state final appearances.

Senior shortstop Matt Procopio joins an elite group of Lenoir‑Rhyne All‑Americans after a statistically dominant year.

Lenoir‑Rhyne University will host a series of basketball camps this summer, offering full‑day and half‑day options for children in kindergarten through eighth grade, with discounts for multi‑camp registrations and branded apparel for every participant.

Dystany Spurlock, a 34‑year‑old former motorcycle racer, made her inaugural start in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Dover, Delaware, finishing 36th after 36 laps, and said her goal is to inspire young athletes who look like her to pursue careers in racing.

With eleven players already pledged and a handful of high‑profile additions, the Cardinals are shaping a roster that could rank among the nation’s most talent‑laden.