
Lions Earn Double Honors at Rocket City Awards
The North Alabama Lions celebrated two major awards at the Rocket City Awards, recognizing Coach Jad Prachniak’s historic season and senior Nash Rippen’s record‑breaking performance.
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The North Alabama Lions celebrated two major awards at the Rocket City Awards, recognizing Coach Jad Prachniak’s historic season and senior Nash Rippen’s record‑breaking performance.

Huntsville’s JuneFest returns for its tenth year, featuring a headlining performance by T.I., a showcase of rare custom cars, and a charity basketball game that unites former NBA players with local celebrities.

Dom Procopio, who hung up his skates after a season‑ending leg injury, is trading the rink for the sidelines at Total Package Hockey, where he hopes to pass on the lessons that defined his captaincy.

Auburn’s upcoming non-conference slate features marquee matchups against Arizona, Kansas, West Virginia and other powerhouses, strategically placed to enhance the team’s postseason prospects.

The University of Southern Indiana announced the addition of two alumnae, Stephanie Gehlhausen and Madi Webb, as assistant coaches, bringing experience and a winning pedigree.

Auburn will host Middle Tennessee on Dec. 15, 2026, in Huntsville as part of a five‑game nonconference slate that also includes West Virginia and Wisconsin.

Auburn will open its 2026‑27 campaign with a series of high‑profile road games, highlighted by a return to Huntsville for the Rocket City Classic against Middle Tennessee on Dec. 15.

Middle Tennessee State University will host a high‑profile non‑conference game against Auburn University on December 15, 2026, at Propst Arena in Huntsville, Alabama, marking the fourth edition of the Rocket City Classic.
The December 15 matchup at VBC Propst Arena marks the Tigers’ return to Huntsville, a city where they last played in the 2023‑24 season, and promises an early‑season test against a consistently competitive opponent.

The Nittany Lions are undergoing a major overhaul, adding new players and staff while aiming to increase size, athleticism and skill.

The university revealed start times for its upcoming home football games, ranging from early evening classics to afternoon contests, beginning August 29 in Atlanta.

Kyle Busch, a dominant force in NASCAR, passed away after a sudden illness. His career, marked by record wins and a fierce driving style, impacted fans, fellow racers, and the sport’s ecosystem.