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West Virginia University’s football program anticipates a .500 record in 2026, with a mix of winnable contests and tough road tests, all overseen by head coach Rich Rodriguez.
A Kentucky court has granted Mark Mitchell a fifth year of eligibility, allowing the former Missouri and Duke forward to rejoin the Wildcats for the upcoming season, where he will face Kansas in the Champions Classic.
When a severe storm knocked out power across Kansas City, Kansas, the Washington High School football squad turned adversity into an opportunity to serve their neighbors, embodying the school's values of character and unity.
After a Louisville court cleared his path, Mark Mitchell, a standout scorer from Missouri, has pledged to join Kentucky for the 2026‑27 season, a move that reshapes the SEC title race and sparks debate over intraconference transfers.
Mark Mitchell, a 6‑foot‑9 forward from Kansas City, Kansas, has officially committed to the University of Kentucky for the 2026‑27 season after clearing a temporary restraining order that cleared his path to play.
Mark Mitchell, a former All‑SEC forward from Missouri, announced his commitment to Kentucky on Saturday. His eligibility remains pending, but his recent 32‑point outing in the SEC Tournament highlights the impact he could have on the Wildcats’ roster.
Graduate transfer Jaxon Kohler, a 6‑foot‑10 forward with strong offensive numbers, is exploring moves to Kentucky, BYU, Kansas and Louisville after securing a Temporary Restraining Order against the NCAA.
William Byron, once a preseason favorite for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series championship, now faces a reality check as analysts highlight his lack of consistency and race‑winning ability.
Sporting Kansas City faces St. Louis CITY SC on Thursday, hosts a 3v3 youth tournament, supports Special Olympics, and runs promotions while the secondary transfer window opens and MLSstore offers free shipping.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule brings back North Wilkesboro Speedway for a points‑paying event, while Ryan Blaney leads a tight points race with Denny Hamlin and Tyler Reddick closing the gap.
The upcoming 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule features a mix of classic venues and new showdowns, with North Wilkesboro Speedway set to host its first points‑paying race since 1996 on July 19. Fans can purchase tickets starting at $149, and drivers such as Ryan Blaney and Tyler Reddick are poised to shape the title fight.
Missouri State University's men's soccer program has finalized its 2026 schedule, highlighting twelve home games, exhibition matches in August, and a comprehensive conference campaign.
Jimmie Johnson’s final Daytona 500 appearance in 2027 will see him drive the iconic No. 48, a car that defined his seven championships and 83 victories. The arrangement, brokered with Hendrick Motorsports and Ally Financial, marks a storybook ending to his driving career while he continues as co‑owner of LEGACY MOTOR CLUB and sport ambassador.
A look at the latest pitching and hitting trends that make Michael McGreevy, Jake Cronenworth and Kahlil Watson appealing choices for fantasy baseball enthusiasts.
With the Chiefs' season‑opening showdown against the Broncos just 58 days away, the franchise revisits the story of Derrick Thomas, the Hall‑of‑Fame linebacker whose No. 58 still symbolizes pride at Arrowhead.
Ochai Agbaji’s second annual youth basketball camp at Oak Park High School brought together over 40 athletes, showcasing the Young Agbaji Foundation’s mission of mentorship, education, and community impact.
Three days after beating Minnesota United, Sporting Kansas City faces LAFC at BMO Stadium, missing several key players, while the match will be streamed on Apple TV and aired on local radio.
The 2026 Quaker State 400 will be held at EchoPark Speedway on July 12, featuring recent track upgrades and a competitive field headlined by Tyler Reddick, Ryan Blaney and Chase Elliott.
A new no‑cost youth soccer league, backed by the Kansas City Current and community partners, offers free play, gear and coaching opportunities to dozens of local kids, especially girls, while building a pipeline of homegrown talent.
The Phillies fell 15-1 to the Royals, exposing pitching vulnerabilities in a game that saw 22 Royals hits and a poor outing from All-Star left-hander Cristopher Sánchez.
Michigan State University has offered a scholarship to Jaxson Davis, a 4‑star point guard from Kansas City who is the top‑ranked player in his state and the 39th‑ranked prospect nationally in the 2027 recruiting class.
Michigan State basketball has announced a scholarship offer to Jaxson Davis, a 4-star point guard ranked No. 39 nationally in the 2027 class. The Kansas City native, who plays for Monarch Academy, is the highest‑rated player from Kansas and has drawn interest from several powerhouse programs.
Indiana University has offered a basketball scholarship to Isaac Smith, a 6‑foot‑5 wing ranked among the nation’s top 40 prospects in the Class of 2028. His blend of size, athleticism and skill has attracted interest from several power‑conference programs.
Incoming guards Cameron Love and Derrick (DJ) Jackson Jr. believe Kansas City basketball is overlooked and are poised to lead a turnaround for the University of Missouri‑Kansas City Roos.