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Patechia Hartman, a Georgia State University alumna and former professional basketball player, has been named head coach of the Walters State Women’s Basketball program. Her extensive playing career, international experience, and coaching background position her to lead the team into its 2026‑27 season, which follows a 28‑3 record and multiple regional championships.
Jonathan Mitchell, a national champion and all‑conference player with a decade‑plus coaching résumé, is set to begin his new role with App State for the 2026‑27 season
Jonathan Mitchell, a national champion and all‑conference player, has been named assistant coach for the Appalachian State men’s basketball program, bringing a blend of playing excellence and proven player development.
Canadian midfielder Marcelo Flores will miss the World Cup after tearing his ACL in the Concacaf Champions Cup final, prompting coach Jesse Marsch’s disappointment and a reshaped squad for upcoming friendlies and the Bosnia and Herzegovina opener.
Japan secured a 1-0 victory over Iceland in a friendly ahead of their opening World Cup match against the Netherlands on June 14, with manager Hajime Moriyasu overseeing a high‑tempo send‑off.
The city woke to a flurry of headlines Tuesday morning, from a high‑profile arrest to a serious traffic collision and a desperate search for a missing pre‑teen.
A former professional basketball player was taken into custody at Pittsburgh International Airport after authorities confirmed he owed more than $100,000 in child support, leading to a brief jail stay before a Family Court hearing.
Professional basketball player DeAndre Kane was detained at Pittsburgh International Airport after authorities uncovered a $100,000 child support arrearage, leading to his incarceration at Allegheny County Jail pending a family court hearing.
Italian star Simone Fontecchio announced his inclusion in the national squad for upcoming August matches, citing personal pride and the legacy of past legends during a ceremony attended by coach Luca Banchi and FIBA Hall of Famer Dino Meneghin.
Lionel Messi left Inter Miami's match against the Philadelphia Union in the 73rd minute due to injury, just weeks before the 2026 World Cup. Argentina must soon announce its roster and will face Honduras, Iceland and Algeria in upcoming friendlies.
Lionel Messi left Inter Miami’s match versus the Philadelphia Union with a hamstring injury, prompting careful monitoring as Argentina gears up for its opening World Cup game against Algeria on June 16, 2026.
Hank Nagel's early years in Minnesota, his burnout, overseas stints in Spain and Iceland, and his current role guiding young athletes.