
Troy Soccer Falls 2-0 to Middle Tennessee in Season Opener
Middle Tennessee outshot Troy 16-4, scored twice in the second half, and saw five newcomers make their collegiate debuts in a match that also highlighted Isabella Hartofelis' 18-game streak.
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Middle Tennessee outshot Troy 16-4, scored twice in the second half, and saw five newcomers make their collegiate debuts in a match that also highlighted Isabella Hartofelis' 18-game streak.

Middle Tennessee State University mourns the loss of Jim Toman, a former baseball coach whose five‑year tenure saw incremental progress, tournament appearances, and five all‑conference players before his resignation after a DUI charge.

Wichita State University has released its 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, highlighting home openers, exhibition matchups and a series of road contests across the country.

The New Mexico State Aggies will open Conference USA play in January 2027 with a road trip to FIU and Missouri State, then navigate a mixed schedule before a late‑season surge at home and a final showdown at the league tournament in Huntsville, Alabama.

Middle Tennessee State University will open its 2026 home slate on Sept. 5 with a WHITEOUT Game, while offering a range of ticket options, themed nights and group benefits that start at just $22.

After a 17‑3‑4 campaign and multiple state titles, the Fort Wayne girls' soccer team travels to Tennessee to compete for the national crown.

The league released its full schedule on Thursday, confirming that Florida International University will contest an 18‑game conference schedule, featuring key matchups against New Mexico State, Liberty and others.

The Owls will begin their Conference USA slate on the road, face a packed 18‑game schedule, and host the league championship in March.
A look at the record‑breaking career of Brent Stockstill, his recent role with the Indianapolis Colts, and the community honors that preceded his upcoming Hall of Fame induction.

The University of Connecticut has added a goalkeeper, defender, midfielder and two forwards to its men's soccer roster, each planning to study finance.

The Purple Aces have unveiled their 2026 women's soccer calendar, featuring a season‑opening clash with Purdue and a packed home slate that includes key Missouri Valley Conference opponents.

The Tennessean has announced its all‑state selections for high school boys soccer, highlighting record‑breaking scorers, clutch goalkeepers and key midfielders. Readers are now invited to vote for the player they believe deserves the ultimate honor.
The Murfreesboro region showcases a deep pool of returning defensive talent, each bringing impressive statistics and emerging college interest ahead of the 2026 TSSAA season.

The TSSAA approved a four‑year plan to introduce a 35‑second shot clock in high school basketball, setting the stage for statewide implementation by the 2029‑30 season.
The 2026 All‑State flag football squad for Class A was revealed, featuring top offensive and defensive players from across Tennessee.

Metro Nashville Police have charged Brayden Carter and Damarion Coleman with first‑degree murder in the death of Andre Bell, a Fisk University basketball player killed on Interstate 65. The case unraveled through cell‑phone data, a $35,000 reward and a grand‑jury indictment.

Metro Nashville Police have arrested Brayden Carter and Damarion Coleman for the January killing of Andre Bell, a Fisk University basketball player, after a dispute over a romantic relationship. The case has drawn a $35,000 reward.
A look at the standout players from Murfreesboro-area high schools who are drawing early college offers and poised to shape the 2026 campaign.
The Hudson Valley side defeated Long Island’s Huntington Inter Stars 2‑1, with goals from Leonela Enamorado and D’ree Murray, and earned the Rocco Amoroso Sportsmanship Award.
Middle Tennessee State University and the University of Kansas are set to meet on Nov. 6, 2026, at Allen Fieldhouse, marking the first meeting in over two decades and highlighting a renewed non‑conference challenge for the Blue Raiders.

Raymond Berry, celebrated for his meticulous preparation and route-running brilliance, passed away on May 25, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that shaped professional football.

Raymond Berry, a Pro Football Hall of Famer celebrated for his relentless work ethic and quiet humility, passed away at his home in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, at the age of 93.

The upcoming NASCAR weekend at Nashville Superspeedway will feature distinctive country‑inspired and tribute liveries, a debutant’s multi‑role debut and a documentary spotlight on New Zealand’s road‑course star.
Kyle Roelke, a UEFA‑A and USSF‑A licensed coach, succeeds Michael Burgoyne at Franklin High School, inheriting a boys program that went 16‑2‑2 last spring and a girls team with 11 state titles.