Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Huntington, West Virginia, United States across Baseball, Football, Basketball.
Chad Pennington, a Marshall University alumnus and longtime NFL veteran, is set to receive a place in the 2026 Kentucky Pro Football Hall of Fame, recognizing his on‑field achievements and his recent success as a high school coach.
The South Cardinals survived a back‑and‑forth battle to defeat the North Bears 80‑78 in the annual North‑South Girls’ Basketball Classic, highlighted by strong defense and balanced scoring.
Four teams captured state titles in Class A through AAAA, with the tournament making its first appearance in Huntington after years in Charleston.
In a tightly contested final, George Washington edged Morgantown 6‑5 after a game that featured four ties and five lead changes, highlighting standout performances from Ryan Anderson and Bean Nipper.
In a tightly contested Class AAAA final, George Washington High School edged Morgantown 6-5 after a back-and-forth battle that featured five lead changes and 236 pitches.
The state baseball tournament culminates in Huntington as defending champions and hopeful newcomers prepare for title battles.
Ripley’s baseball team defeated Bridgeport 5‑1, advancing to the state championship game. Key performances from Landon Meadows and Bryson Casto highlighted the victory, and the team now prepares for Saturday’s final.
The Tigers will meet the St. Albans Red Dragons on Friday at Jack Cook Field, hoping to advance to the championship game.
Braydon Hawthorne, a redshirt freshman wing for the University of Kentucky, is poised to debut in the 2026‑27 season after a year of intense physical development and focused skill work.
The Wildcats' latest roster reveals a blend of fresh talent and reverence for tradition, as players adopt numbers steeped in program history.
The Thundering Herd's 2026 campaign opens Aug. 20 against Fairfield and culminates Nov. 3 versus Old Dominion, featuring nine home matches and a renewed rivalry with WVU.
The Trinity Christian Warriors made their first-ever appearance in the West Virginia state baseball tournament, battling the No. 1 Huntington St. Joseph Irish before a 11‑3 loss in the quarterfinals.
The tournament kicks off Saturday at 10 a.m. with Huntington St. Joe vs. Trinity Christian, featuring 32 teams across four divisions and concluding with championship games on June 13.
Head coach Rafa Simoes announced the 2026 slate, featuring eleven home games, including an exhibition and conference contests, building on a record‑setting 2025 season.
The agreement brings the annual Huntington-Spring Valley football game to Joan C. Edwards Stadium through 2027, with United Bank as presenting sponsor and tickets set to go on sale in July.
Marshall University celebrates five baseball players who have been named to the College Sports Communicators Academic All‑District Team, highlighting a blend of athletic excellence and scholarly achievement.
Marshall University has released the kickoff times for its 2026 football season, featuring a homecoming clash, a season‑opening road test, and a slate of broadcast partners.
A rain‑out forced the cancellation of Virginia Tech's May 12 game at Marshall. The team now shifts focus to a three‑game series against Clemson beginning May 14.