
Nick Garritano Returns to UNLV as Baseball Head Coach
After a distinguished 16‑year run at the College of Southern Nevada, Nick Garritano is set to lead the UNLV baseball program, bringing a championship pedigree, academic focus and deep local ties.
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After a distinguished 16‑year run at the College of Southern Nevada, Nick Garritano is set to lead the UNLV baseball program, bringing a championship pedigree, academic focus and deep local ties.

Hyundai Motor Group has launched a multimedia effort that uses Boston Dynamics’ humanoid Atlas to demonstrate soccer skills, tying the technology to the company’s ‘Next Starts Now’ World Cup narrative and its vision of progress for humanity.
Alabama’s men’s basketball team has added a high‑profile game against Houston to the 2026 Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden, a venue that will also host a Duke versus Georgia contest.

Rutgers announces the appointments of De'Mauri Flournoy as Director of Recruiting Operations and Ryan Cabiles as Strength and Conditioning Coach, highlighting their SEC achievements and extensive professional backgrounds.

Two teams share the same market but embody opposite visions for the future of hockey in Las Vegas.

The 2026 Mountain West season promises fresh storylines as the conference welcomes North Dakota State, Northern Illinois and UTEP, while historic rivalries and untapped potential set the stage for an unpredictable year.

Purdue announces a non‑conference slate that blends exhibition play, a five‑game home stretch and a grueling seven‑game run against top‑tier opponents, setting the stage for a competitive Big Ten campaign.

Tennessee will face NC State at Bridgestone Arena on December 6, featuring former Tennessee assistant Justin Gainey now leading the Wolfpack. The game is part of a double‑header and a larger schedule that includes Michigan State, Purdue and the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas.

Alex Bowman will miss the upcoming O'Reilly Auto Parts NASCAR race at Nashville Superspeedway after being sidelined by vertigo, with Kyle Larson slated to take his place. Larson, fresh off two victories this season, enters as the favorite.

CBS Sports' latest Power Four preseason poll places Nebraska's head coach Matt Rhule at No. 37, highlighting ongoing concerns about his Big Ten record while the team embraces several new coordinators and a reshaped quarterback room.
The event, hosted by the Be Next McLain Family Foundation, will feature NHL and AHL players and raise money for a new scholarship program.

A series of pre‑selected, invitation‑only ball hockey clinics will run through July, featuring player visits, giveaways and community outreach in Las Vegas and North Las Vegas.

Miami’s latest contract with Malik Willis promises a blend of performance upside and risk mitigation, as the team navigates a weak quarterback market and seeks to avoid the financial pitfalls of previous deals.

The NHL’s most reviled team turned into a personal beacon for a young fan, reshaping youth hockey in Las Vegas and steering a career in storytelling.

After pulling out of the NBA Draft, Milan Momcilovic faces an uncertain collegiate future as he explores transfer options.

Kyle Busch, a 41‑year‑old NASCAR driver, passed away on May 21 after pneumonia progressed to sepsis. His family requested privacy as the sport pays tribute to his legacy.

The upcoming Saturday event at Cashman Field will feature giveaways, affordable drinks and a special Aviators Night package, reviving the legacy of the Las Vegas 51s.

The Colorado Avalanche were swept by the Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference Final, leaving a season of high expectations unfulfilled.

The NASCAR community reflects on Kyle Busch's record‑setting career and the contentious discussion surrounding his eligibility for the Hall of Fame.

Season tickets are now on sale for the University of Denver’s 2026‑27 men’s ice hockey campaign, offering affordable packages and premium amenities.

Oklahoma State is set to join a six‑team Charleston Classic next season, entering a pod that includes Dayton and Virginia Tech, a matchup that could shape its NCAA Tournament prospects.

The Golden Knights aim to rewrite expansion franchise history as they chase a second championship, powered by a balanced attack and stellar netminding.

Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion, passed away after an unresponsive episode during simulator practice, leaving behind a wife, two children, and a career defined by relentless competition.

The Pittsburgh Penguins have locked in Evgeni Malkin for another season while trade chatter swirls around Rickard Rakell, Brady Tkachuk and other top free agents, setting the stage for a thrilling postseason.