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Forward Eduards Tralmaks has signed a five‑year contract with the Edmonton Oilers after a landmark transfer that saw Karoly Vary exchange his rights to Kladno for cash, and he is now set to lead Latvia in the upcoming three‑on‑three tournament in Riga.
The governing body announced the complete player lists for the last day of competition, highlighting key transfers and star power across the continent.
The FIBA U17 Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 will open on July 11 in the Czech Republic, featuring 16 nations and a blend of seasoned powerhouses and surprising newcomers.
Matiss Kivlenieks, the promising Latvian net‑minder who died in a fireworks mishap in 2021, is remembered for his talent, his camaraderie and the indelible mark he left on his teammates and fans.
In his latest work, journalist David Bolchover uncovers the tragic fates of eleven Jewish footballers, blending personal memoir with meticulous historical research to restore a silenced chapter of collective memory.
At just 18, Maya Zilbershlag is poised to lead Israel’s U20 women’s basketball team in Lithuania, having already dazzled in the Israel Women’s Premier League and set her sights on a Purdue scholarship and a WNBA career.
The Armenian national basketball team defeated Ireland 74‑59 in a Los Angeles friendly before a crowd of over 3,000, showcasing emerging talent and cultural pride.
The 2026 NHL Draft selected a record 109 current or committed NCAA Division I players, with Michigan State leading the way and teams from across the league tapping into a globally diverse talent pool.
The Buffalo Sabres face the prospect of losing key forward Alex Tuch to free agency, prompting a strategic review of roster moves and draft strategy.
TCU’s roster overhaul brings nine new players, including top JUCO guard Trent Lincoln and international big men Ricards Aizpurs and Milos Sojic, setting the stage for a competitive season under Coach Jamie Dixon.
UCLA has entered the early recruiting cycle by offering scholarships to two highly ranked 2028 prospects, highlighting the program's strategic push to secure top talent.
The Florida Panthers hold a first‑round selection for the first time since 2021, and scouting reports point to Latvian defenseman Alberts Smits as a potential ninth‑overall target.
The conference recognized 20 Niagara student-athletes for academic excellence, highlighting four with perfect GPAs.
TCU has secured Latvian guard Ricards Aizpurs for the 2026 recruiting class, adding a player who averaged 33.6 points per game in Italy and represented Latvia at the FIBA U16 EuroBasket 2024.
TCU has added Latvian prospect Ricards Aizpurs, a 6‑foot‑6 guard who dominated Italy’s U17 circuit, to its upcoming roster, joining a wave of new talent.
The International Ice Hockey Federation has released the tournament draw, confirming Germany’s group, the absence of Russia, and Ukraine’s promotion, while the United States and Canada prepare to base in Düsseldorf.
The International Ice Hockey Federation has released the 2027 tournament draw, omitting Russia and highlighting Ukraine’s comeback, while the host nation Germany faces Sweden and Finland in a competitive pool.
After a season with Real Madrid in the EuroLeague, Gunars Grindvalds will wear the blue and gold of the UCLA Bruins next year, joining a wave of European talent that includes Sergej Macure and Filip Jovic.
An 18‑year‑old Latvian forward who helped Real Madrid win the LigaU title will join UCLA’s freshman class, aiming to fill a key small‑forward role and potentially reshape the Bruins’ lineup.
Gunars Grinvalds, a 6‑foot‑7 Latvian forward with EuroLeague experience, announced his commitment to UCLA, joining a roster that has seen mixed success with European players and will compete for minutes alongside returning veterans.
Andorra will look to end a five‑match goal drought when it meets Liechtenstein in a men’s international friendly on Thursday, a match that also marks the return of several key scorers
With the second overall pick looming, the San Jose Sharks are courting top defensive prospects from the University of North Dakota, inviting them to dinner at the NHL Combine as part of an aggressive scouting push.
After a productive season with the Grand Rapids Griffins, Eduards Tralmaks says he never got a fair chance with the Detroit Red Wings and will now take time to consider his next steps in hockey.
Latvian forward Eduards Tralmaks, who tallied 26 goals for the Grand Rapids Griffins, says he never got a fair chance with the Detroit Red Wings and plans to pause his career to consider his next move.