
Jaxon Cover: From Grand Cayman to NHL Draft Prospects
At 18, Jaxon Cover is ranked 29th among North American skaters and is projected as a second‑ or third‑round NHL draft pick, thanks to a rapid rise from the Caribbean to Canadian junior hockey.
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At 18, Jaxon Cover is ranked 29th among North American skaters and is projected as a second‑ or third‑round NHL draft pick, thanks to a rapid rise from the Caribbean to Canadian junior hockey.

Marblehead High School has appointed Phill Witt as head coach of the varsity girls basketball team for the 2026‑27 season, while longtime coach Paul Moran returns to lead the Swampscott boys program. Witt’s extensive background in local athletics and education positions him to bring continuity and fresh energy to the squad.
The Iowa Hawkeyes lost 24 of 25 sacks from last season, prompting a search for new leaders on the edge. Veteran Kenny Merrieweather, high‑upside transfer Kahmari Brown and recovering Drew Campbell headline a group that must step up under head coach Kirk Ferentz.

A Saturday event at Sedano’s in Miami lets soccer fans compete for World Cup tickets and other prizes in a community celebration.

A centuries‑old leather soccer ball, once used by Mary, Queen of Scots, was displayed during a Scotland versus Brazil match in Miami, highlighting the deep historical connections that predate modern football.

Jaxon Cover, an 18‑year‑old hockey prospect from Grand Cayman, is making waves in the NHL draft conversation after a rapid rise through roller and ice hockey, drawing praise from coaches and scouts alike.

At 18, Jaxon Cover is already turning heads in the NHL draft, having climbed from roller hockey in Grand Cayman to a key role with the London Knights and a commitment to Penn State

Street Child United, in partnership with Bank of America, will run a five‑city tour across the United States and Canada, using soccer to empower street‑connected young people and amplify their demands for better support.

Marcus Dailey, a beer delivery driver, pointed a shotgun at Scottish soccer fans, shouted insults, and took his own life after a fan attacked him.

At 46, Ronaldinho has agreed to a short‑term deal with Serie C side Ravenna, bringing his trademark flair back to the pitch and hoping to attract fresh fans to the historic club.

A 16th‑century football, believed to have been owned by Mary, Queen of Scots, is making its way from Scotland to Miami, where it will be showcased ahead of the Brazil‑Scotland World Cup match.

An exploration of the varied routes that have produced the United States men's national team, highlighting the impact of immigration, Project 2010 and a blend of domestic and international experiences.

Eleven‑year‑old Diego Gonzalez, once misdiagnosed with growing pains, has emerged cancer‑free after months of intensive therapy at the University of Miami Health Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. His story intertwines sports, celebrity hospitality and a budding desire to act.

Thousands of Tartan Army supporters marched from a bar to Marlins Park, filling the stadium with kilts, chants and energy, even as the Marlins lost on the field.
Nebraska surged to a 21‑0 lead in the first quarter, survived a Colorado comeback, and secured a 21‑17 victory that kept the Cornhuskers in the conversation for the 1993 national championship.
From state‑championship dominance to a Gatorade Player of the Year award, Cameron Boozer's high school saga culminates in a Duke pledge and a top‑three NBA Draft pick.

Model and comedian Icaro Marques explores Miami’s FIFA Fan Festival, revealing how the city lives and breathes soccer.

A centuries‑old leather football, believed to date from between 1540 and 1570, has embarked on an unprecedented journey from the historic streets of Stirling to the sun‑soaked stadiums of Miami.

The Miami Marlins aim to extend their home winning streak while the Texas Rangers look to bounce back, and the World Cup sees Croatia favored over Panama.

Veteran commentator Jorge Chipi Vera was removed from World Cup coverage after a live‑television tirade that accused FIFA, the referee and the tournament’s leadership of wrongdoing.

During Paraguay’s match against Turkey, commentator Jorge Chipi Vera launched a scathing attack on FIFA and the officials, resulting in the immediate revocation of his World Cup accreditation.

During a live broadcast of Paraguay's 1-0 victory over Turkey, commentator Jorge Chipi Vera launched an on-air tirade, was expelled from the tournament, and later issued a public apology.

A seasoned commentator’s heated criticism of FIFA and match officials led to the immediate revocation of his World Cup accreditation, underscoring the tournament’s zero‑tolerance stance on dissent.

U.S. men's basketball will play its final qualifying games in 2027, featuring former Hofstra standout Elijah Pemberton and a roster anchored by G‑League and European talent.