
Local Stars Commit to College Futures
A snapshot of recent college signings featuring Cody Ells, Adrik Jenkin and Elena Flansburg, highlighting their paths and the institutions they will join.
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A snapshot of recent college signings featuring Cody Ells, Adrik Jenkin and Elena Flansburg, highlighting their paths and the institutions they will join.

Governor Greg Gianforte and President Donald J. Trump hosted the Montana State Bobcats at the White House to honor their historic national championship victory, a first since 1984.

The Bobcats organized a community‑sponsored fly‑fishing outing called “Casting with the Cats,” bringing together current players, alumni and local guides for a day of sport, camaraderie and Montana scenery.

The 1991 Pro Football Hall of Fame induction class is commemorating its 35th anniversary, honoring five players whose on‑field achievements and off‑field influence continue to shape the sport.

Washington State University announced the hiring of Kimble Schuessler as an assistant baseball coach, unveiled its full volleyball slate, and confirmed a home‑and‑home series with Weber State for the men’s basketball team.

The Bulldogs earn a record number of All‑America selections while the conference prepares for its kickoff weekend.

The South Carolina youth team is poised for the final of the US Youth Soccer National Championship, set to play Real Billings FC in Salt Lake City on Monday, with the game available free on YouTube.
Two first‑year players navigate the jump to professional baseball, sharing their paths, superstitions, and hopes for the future.

FCS Football Central announces its 2026 Preseason All‑American Team, highlighting top returning players and the defensive additions that could reshape the upcoming season.

The Big Sky Conference’s preseason rankings have been released, projecting Weber State to finish ninth or tenth in the 13‑team league. Montana State tops the polls for a sixth straight year, while Southern Utah and Utah Tech occupy middle and bottom spots. Idaho State is seen as a dark horse, and Weber High alumnus Stryker Rashid lands on the FCS Preseason All‑America First Team.

With the regular season winding down, the Wyoming Legion Baseball circuit is set for a series of decisive games that will shape the upcoming Division I and II state tournaments.

The MHSA has decided to retain host-site championships, adjust playoff dates, expand girls wrestling and realign boys weight classes, with the executive board approving the changes in June.

The NCAA has eliminated redshirting and granted an extra year of eligibility, affecting how freshmen approach their first season and how programs such as Northwestern plan for future roster continuity.
Cole Moore, once a standout outside linebacker at Montana State, now shapes the University of Nevada’s football program as its general manager, blending recruitment strategy, financial oversight, and a deep trust in head coach Jeff Choate.

An exploration of the notable recruits who considered the University of Wyoming but ultimately committed to other programs, and the lasting impact of those choices.

The U.S. men’s national soccer team’s recent victory over Bosnia‑Herzegovina drew 30 million viewers, a milestone that the author likens to the Founding Fathers’ legacy, while the weekend slate features World Cup clashes and reflections on coaching legacies.
Shawn Eichorst, the newly appointed athletic director at the University of Wisconsin, outlines his priorities, drawing on his Texas and Nebraska experience to guide the Badgers' football program.

Week 13 of the 2026 American Legion Baseball season features a series of conference games and tournaments in Cheyenne, Douglas, Gillette and other Wyoming communities, alongside cross‑state events in Idaho and neighboring states.

The Huskies will open with a home exhibition against British Columbia on Aug. 5, then begin regular‑season play on Aug. 12, culminating in a ten‑match home slate and a road stretch that ends on Oct. 30, before turning their attention to the Big Ten Tournament.

The United States Premier Hockey League has filed a lawsuit against four member clubs that have chosen to leave the circuit for a rival competition, raising questions about contractual obligations and the future of regional hockey.

Two recent high school all-stars, Kade Robinson and Adam Guajardo, helped the West team secure its sixth consecutive Montana East-West Shrine Game victory and are now set to begin their collegiate journeys at Montana State University.

Nate Miner, a top basketball recruit from Wyoming, has pledged to play for Rocky Mountain College, attracted by the team's recent Elite Eight run, its business degree, and closeness to home.

This week’s slate features home tournaments in Laramie, Casper and beyond, with six Wyoming teams competing in events that draw players from neighboring states.

The 2026 Wyoming Legion Baseball season reaches its midpoint with Sheridan Troopers on a 15‑game winning streak and Cheyenne Sixers holding a strong South Division lead. Tournament victories by the Sheridan Jets and Fort Morgan add further excitement.