Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Idaho, United States across Hockey, Baseball, Soccer.
Emily Barker, a 38‑year‑old wildland firefighter and former snowmaking crew leader at Vail Resorts, died while battling the Snyder Fire on the Colorado‑Utah border. Her legacy lives on in the hockey community, the crews she commanded, and the friends she never left behind.
An investigation into former club president Cristie Stone uncovered more than $219,000 in irregular financial activity, leading to criminal charges and an upcoming arraignment.
A former under‑scouted prospect from Canada, Eric Hartman has surged through the Braves' system, posting a .297 average, 18 home runs and 77 stolen bases in High‑A Rome. His blend of power, speed and defensive skill has scouts projecting a major‑league debut by 2027 or 2028, where he could join the likes of Ronald Acuña Jr. and Michael Harris II in Atlanta’s outfield.
Arizona secured a verbal commitment from Montenegrin prospect Maksim Brnović, a 6‑foot‑10 forward who last played for Žalgiris II in Lithuania, bolstering the Wildcats’ frontcourt for the 2026‑27 season.
Three Nebraska football standouts—Justin Evans, Luke Lindenmeyer and Andrew Marshall—will accompany head coach Matt Rhule at the Big Ten Media Days in Chicago, highlighting the program’s depth and future prospects.
The United States Premier Hockey League has filed a lawsuit to block the Billings Cattle Punchers and three other teams from joining the North American Hockey League, citing contract violations and demanding $75,000 from each owner.
The Arkansas Razorbacks are navigating a transitional year, relying on seasoned transfers, a 5‑star wideout and a leadership‑driven defense while speculation swirls over a lucrative naming rights agreement for Razorback Stadium.
A Canadian family’s meticulous work transforms a modest sod farm into the source of a World Cup‑ready pitch at BC Place, blending climate‑specific engineering with global standards.
Boise State football fans can request tickets for the 2026 away games before the July 6 priority deadline, with seating assigned based on the Bronco Athletic Association ranking system.
The Rush completed a series of trades involving future considerations, bringing in forward Ryan Mahshie and defenseman Riku Ishida while sending Brady Keeper to Idaho. The moves reflect a calculated approach to building depth for the next season.
A forensic audit has uncovered more than $100,000 in unaccounted funds at the Portneuf Valley Soccer Club, prompting a criminal investigation by Bannock County authorities.
Paul Petrino has rejoined the Louisville football staff alongside his son Mason, a quality‑control coach, reviving a partnership that began at Idaho and shaping the team’s wide‑receiver development.
The North American Hockey League expands to Pueblo, Colorado, relocating the Chippewa Steel franchise and appointing a local leadership group to guide the team’s inaugural season.
The Billings Cattle Punchers have been accepted into the North American Hockey League, setting the stage for a competitive debut in the league's newly formed Mountain Division next season.
Boise State Athletics announced a series of two‑ and three‑game ticket packages for the 2026 season, with prices starting at $79 per seat and a schedule that opens on Sept. 5 at Oregon.
Campus Recreation begins weekly ice‑hockey prep groups in May, using the newly opened Neutral Zone rink to offer skill development and scrimmages for students and spouses.
Sandpoint’s senior midfielder Reidar Slotten was honored as the Gatorade National Soccer Player of the Year after leading his team to an 18‑1‑2 record, a 5A state championship and a state‑record five‑goal performance in the final.
Sandpoint High School's star pitcher Sage Medeiros was named Idaho 5A Baseball Player of the Year after a dominant season that culminated in the program's first state championship in two decades. His standout performances on the mound and at the plate, combined with Coach Jesse Dunham's recognition, highlighted a historic campaign for the Bulldogs.
A look at the standout athletes and coaches from Idaho’s smallest schools who earned 2A All‑Idaho honors this season.
Coaches across Idaho have selected 115 players for the 2026 All‑Idaho baseball teams, including award winners that will be featured in a special Idaho Statesman edition on June 14.
Five‑time U.S. Olympian Hilary Knight is set to make history as she joins Detroit’s brand‑new Professional Women’s Hockey League franchise, a move that underscores the league’s rapid expansion and the city’s growing commitment to women’s sports.
From Boise to Spokane, the Oyler twins blend high school glory with early pro challenges, leaning on family bonds as they forge distinct paths in American soccer.
The College of Idaho announced that four baseball players were named to the 2026 College Sports Communicators Academic All-District team, highlighting their dual achievements in scholarship and sport.
Former Boise State star Max Rice is back with the program as an assistant coach, adding a decorated playing career and international background.