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Starting in 2028, the National Federation of State High School Associations and USA Baseball will permit drop‑4, drop‑5 and drop‑6 bats, a move intended to increase scoring and retain younger players, while coaches voice mixed views on safety and skill development.
The University of Texas at El Paso’s football program is preparing for its first season in the Mountain West Conference, highlighted by media days in Las Vegas, key player statements, and a schedule that includes games against Oklahoma, Michigan and Oregon State.
The former University of New Mexico standout and professional European player is now an assistant varsity coach for Albuquerque Academy's girls basketball team, while neighboring programs install new baseball leaders.
After stints at Iowa, Cincinnati, Florida and Arizona, Kyle Venter arrives in Michigan with a proven track record of defensive improvement and player development.
After a distinguished tenure with Hendrick Motorsports and a recent vertigo diagnosis that sidelined him for four races, Alex Bowman will end his full‑time NASCAR Cup Series career at the conclusion of the 2027 season.
The 2026 SEC schedule expands to nine conference games, delivering high‑profile contests that will influence the conference title race and College Football Playoff positioning.
Actor Cristo Fernandez, best known for his role as Danny Rojas in 'Ted Lasso,' stepped onto a professional soccer field for the first time, subbing in the 79th minute of a USL Cup match and receiving a yellow card in a 2-0 loss.
The Chicago Cubs chose right‑handed pitcher Dylan Blomker, an LSU signee from New Mexico, with the 159th overall pick in the 2026 MLB draft, a slot value of $441,300, and he is expected to sign and abandon his college commitment.
The Owls will kick off their championship defense with a home clash on Dec. 31, facing a slate that blends familiar rivals with new challenges across the country.
From setting county records in high school to leading the Tucson SugarSkulls to victory, Kacey Otto's athletic career spans multiple sports and leagues before joining Nitro Motorsports.
Longtime Journal basketball scribe Geoff Grammer debuts a weekly front‑page column that spotlights the diverse lives of New Mexicans, weaving personal anecdotes with broader cultural narratives.
A 11‑3 victory over the 2027 squad gave the Academy its second straight qualifier title, setting up a championship doubleheader and a July 24 debut in the national series.
After a challenging season, Mississippi State’s men’s basketball program announces a reshaped coaching staff, featuring Alex Barlow, Shunn Buchanan and Corey Barker, while also targeting talent through the transfer portal.
Senior forward Dez Lindsay discusses his recovery, team dynamics, and hopes for a deep March Madness run.
Georgia Bulldogs baseball secures SEC titles, adds top‑ranked transfer class and navigates the closed portal as they gear up for 2027.
The 2026 All-Mountain West Team showcases UNLV's dominance with 19 selections, while other programs also earn significant representation.
Steve Zabel, a standout player for the University of Oklahoma from 1967 to 1969, died this week. His career spanned college stardom, a solid NFL tenure, and impactful community service, culminating in a 2015 induction into the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame.
The Lobos held an open practice on June 23, showcasing new faces, drills and a scrimmage while engaging the community before the season‑opening matchup.
Phil Anaya, a former San Antonio television reporter, has shifted his focus to youth soccer, emphasizing technical training, affordable play, and the inspirational power of the World Cup.
Despite being overlooked in preseason analyses, Maryland’s basketball team returns with five ranked players, including a fifth‑year center and a highly touted freshman, setting the stage for a potentially transformative season.
Across the Southwest, high school football rivalries have become cultural cornerstones, blending decades‑old traditions with modern competition. This feature explores the most storied series in Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas, highlighting record streaks, recent results and the communities that keep the games alive.
Teams from Arizona, New Mexico and Utah converged for the 18th Annual 7‑on‑7 Passing Tournament and Big Man Challenge, using the event to evaluate fresh talent and foster camaraderie ahead of the upcoming football season.
The league prepares for a fresh campaign with preseason games, a celebrated Hall of Fame class, and the debut of the New Mexico Goatheads under their first head coach.
Julius Mims has signed with Limburg United, a Belgian‑Dutch club based in Hasselt, after a standout final season at New Mexico State. Coach Raymond Westphalen sees untapped potential in the versatile forward.