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The Tulsa Oilers Football concluded the regular season with a 66‑42 triumph over the Quad City Steamwheelers, securing the franchise’s most wins ever and extending a nine‑game streak into the postseason.
Former Purdue assistant Terry Johnson is set to join Evansville as associate head coach, while the Boilermakers promote alum Kenneth Lowe to replace him, sparking new hopes for both programs.
The United States opened the 2026 WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group Stage with a commanding 12‑0 win over Canada, highlighted by 16 hits, a two‑hit shutout and a two‑run homer by Remi Schaber that set program records and clinched a berth in the 2027 finals.
Team USA's 12-0 victory over Canada highlighted a flawless pitching display and timely hitting, guaranteeing their place in the upcoming finals.
Nebraska’s basketball program climbs to ninth in the Big Ten preseason rankings, riding the momentum of a Sweet 16 run and a roster bolstered by key returners and new transfers.
With the 2026‑27 season on the horizon, several top juniors have chosen to stay in school, setting the stage for a deeper and more competitive 2027 NBA Draft.
Litchfield Senior High School in Illinois has called off the varsity football season for 2026 due to a lack of upperclassmen, but a junior varsity team will remain to develop younger talent ahead of a planned return in 2027.
Two of the most talked‑about prospects in the 2027 class are set to make their mark together at Millard South this fall, forging a partnership that could shape Nebraska's future on the field.
Brady Pettigrew, a highly ranked combo guard, has pledged to the University of North Carolina, a move that highlights the program’s continued recruitment success.
The University of North Texas announced that Eduardo Fernandez will oversee travel, academics, budgeting and daily operations for the men's basketball program, bringing NBA front‑office expertise and a recent stint at Northern Illinois.
Single‑game tickets for the 2026 University of Illinois football season will become available to the general public on July 23, with exclusive early access for I FUND members and a range of mini‑plan and group options already on the table.
SMU Football’s Alexander Kilgore is among the nominees for the 2026 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, recognizing his service, academic excellence and leadership after guiding the Mustangs to their first bowl win since 2012.
The Johns Hopkins football team opens the 2026 season ranked fourth in the D3football.com Preseason Top 25, the program's second‑highest preseason placement since 2004. With a demanding slate and a recent NCAA Semifinal run, the Blue Jays are poised for another strong campaign.
Former Jamestown High School teammates Mason Walters and Boden Skunberg are hosting a kids' basketball camp in Jamestown, North Dakota, that emphasizes skill development and the value of failure.
From Chris Sale’s 11‑strikeout performance to Chelsea’s $10 million acquisition of teen prodigy Benji Flowers, this week’s sports digest covers key moments, injuries, and upcoming fixtures.
Two days into the Rockford group stage, the tournament’s offense exploded, setting the stage for a high‑stakes clash between Mexico and the United States and a future finals berth for the top three teams.
From July 22 to 26, Rivets Stadium in Loves Park will host the group stage of the Women’s Baseball World Cup, featuring teams from Canada, Hong Kong, China, Australia, Mexico, the United States and Korea. All games will be streamed live for free on WSLN 19.2 and The365.
Alex Bowman will step away from full‑time NASCAR competition after the 2027 season, closing a chapter that includes eight Cup Series victories, a battle with multiple injuries, and a heartfelt tribute to his team and fans.
The WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup group stage opens in Rockford, Illinois, featuring teams from Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Korea, Mexico and the United States, marking the first time the state has staged the event.
Two Rockford Park District teams will join over 350 squads from across the country at the NFL Flag Championships in Westfield, Indiana, backed by funding from the Chicago Bears.
A preview of the teams and storylines shaping the race for the 2027 national title.
After a dominant 2026 season that saw him top the Mid‑American Conference with a 2.81 ERA and 96 innings, right‑hander Nathan Leininger inked a free‑agent deal with Chicago. The move also brings Toledo alumni Grant Umberger and Jackson Bergman into the organization.
Selected in the 20th round of the 2026 MLB Draft, Zach Bates returns from a season‑long injury to become the first Fighting Illini drafted by the Dodgers since 2019.
Ryan Niedzwiedz, a junior first baseman from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, was selected in the 15th round of the 2026 MLB draft by the Colorado Rockies, capping a record‑setting collegiate season that saw him lead the Ohio Valley Conference in RBIs and become the program's all‑time home run leader.