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UConn Star Braylon Mullins Earns ESPY nomination for game‑winning shot

Braylon Mullins, a sophomore guard for the Connecticut Huskies, has been nominated for the 2026 ESPY Award for Best Play after his buzzer‑beating shot that eliminated Duke in the NCAA tournament. The ESPY Awards, broadcast annually by ESPN since 1993, invite fans to vote online for categories such as Best Play, with the voting window closing on July 15. Among the nominees are OG Anunoby for a last‑second comeback in the NBA Finals, Caleb Williams for a game‑tying heave in the NFC Divisional Round, and the U.S. men’s and women’s hockey teams for their Olympic gold‑medal goals. Several athletes with ties to Connecticut are also recognized, including Hilary Knight, a Choate Rosemary Hall alum, for Best Athlete in women’s sports, Aerin Frankel, a Bridgeport native, for Best Championship Performance, and Napheesa Collier, a former UConn star, for Best WNBA Player. UConn alum Paige Bueckers served as a presenter at the 2024 ESPYs and captured the award for Best Female College Athlete in 2021, underscoring the university’s ongoing impact. The ceremony blends college, professional and international competition, highlighting the broad reach of sport and giving fans a direct voice in honoring defining moments. As the voting period progresses, supporters from across the nation are expected to rally behind their favorites, turning the ESPY Awards into a nationwide celebration of athletic excellence.

Jun 27, 2026

Big Ten’s Scoring Return: Who’s Back?

College basketball analyst Jon Rothstein breaks down the 2026‑27 Big Ten season, highlighting how returning scorers shape each team’s outlook, with Wisconsin’s 29.5% return rate placing it near the bottom.

Jun 27, 2026

Caitlin Clark to Miss Sparks Game Amid Back Injury Concerns

Stephanie White announced that Caitlin Clark will sit out the upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Sparks after a back injury sustained in a recent game, a development that has sparked debate over the circumstances and raised worries about the team's playoff prospects.

Jun 27, 2026

EA Sports College Football 2027 Ratings Spotlight Notre Dame’s Ascendancy

The latest EA Sports College Football 2027 ratings, released on Thursday, place Notre Dame among the nation’s elite. Leonard Moore’s 97 overall rating highlights the Irish’s talent, yet the author contests the modest placement of Notre Dame Stadium and predicts a championship run if the running game sustains last season’s form.

Jun 27, 2026

Caitlin Clark Neck Incident Sparks WNBA Controversy

A recent game between the Phoenix Mercury and the Indiana Fever saw a disturbing moment when Alyssa Thomas appeared to drive her fist into Caitlin Clark’s neck, leaving the star guard sidelined with a back injury. The play, condemned by coaches and fans alike, has reignited discussions about player safety and treatment of Clark in the WNBA.

Jun 27, 2026

Ford Holds Fast as Rumors of Dodge Shift Swirl in NASCAR

Speculation about a possible manufacturer switch has been quelled by Brad Keselowski’s confirmation of a long‑term Ford partnership, while Ford’s 2027 season struggles and historic Dodge‑Penske ties keep the conversation alive.

Jun 26, 2026