
Kager Knueppel Commits to Duke, Following Brotherly Footsteps
Kager Knueppel, a top‑ranked 2027 prospect, announced his pledge to Duke, joining a lineage of Knueppel brothers who have already made NBA impacts.
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Kager Knueppel, a top‑ranked 2027 prospect, announced his pledge to Duke, joining a lineage of Knueppel brothers who have already made NBA impacts.

Wake Forest University has completed its basketball roster, welcoming Lukas Bojovic, a 6‑5 Slovenian forward whose EuroLeague experience and scoring stats promise to reshape the team's offensive and defensive dynamics.

At 18, Marcus Jackson has already earned caps for the USMNT, scored on his debut and is poised to lead America’s next generation toward World Cup glory.

A tribute to Coach Anson Dorrance and the Welsh‑Loveman family’s generosity has transformed the University of North Carolina’s soccer and lacrosse venue into a state‑of‑the‑art facility that inspires the next generation of players.

Stanford’s 2026 baseball team ended the year with a 28‑26 record, six walk‑off wins, a sweep of No. 8 Florida State and the induction of longtime staffer Dave McCarty into the College Baseball Hall of Fame.

In a heartfelt appearance on Good Morning America, former Tennessee Titans running back Chris Johnson revealed his ALS diagnosis, describing the disease’s impact and his use of assistive technology to share his story.

An in-depth look at the players entering their critical third season, examining how past performance, health setbacks and team dynamics could reshape their trajectories.

A bipartisan budget agreement delivers salary increases for state workers, a $105 million boost for a children’s hospital in Apex, and a higher tax on sports‑betting operators, while leaving out funding for a proposed Raleigh stadium.

Despite a 4‑8 record last season, the University of North Carolina receives a modest overall rating of 79 in EA Sports' College Football 27, with an offensive score that outpaces its defense.

Kevair Kennedy becomes the first player in MAAC history to win both Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year in the same season, delivering record‑breaking stats and earning coach Steve Forbes’ admiration.

Boston College baseball, ranked No. 22, will host Maine on Tuesday in a non‑conference game. The Eagles, led by standout performances and a program‑record stealing display, look to build momentum before a weekend series at Notre Dame.

The upcoming EA Sports College Football 27 launches worldwide on July 9, and early player ratings highlight North Carolina’s deep talent pool, from veteran standouts to promising freshmen.

The newly christened John Wall Court features a striking mural of the former NBA star and was marked by a ceremony attended by draft pick AJ Dybansta and community leaders.

Fourteen players from the USA Hockey National Team Development Program heard their names called at the 2026 NHL Draft in Buffalo, highlighting a deep talent pool that includes two first‑round picks and a series of later‑round steals.

The Tar Heels fell just one game short of the championship, but a unified performance and strategic additions in the portal have set the stage for a renewed push toward a title.

Guy Fieri, known for his Food Network shows, has become a strategic owner of the Legacy Motor Club NASCAR team, partnering with Jimmie Johnson, Richard Petty and Darius Rucker to merge racing with food and lifestyle culture.

The University of North Carolina announced the addition of pitcher Scott Doran, a transfer from Coastal Carolina, who posted a 4.76 ERA and 39 strikeouts last season.

Major League Baseball’s owners have proposed a rule change that would bar high‑school players from signing professional contracts until they are at least 20 years old, prompting prospects like James Clark to weigh college baseball against early pro opportunities.

The University of Pittsburgh’s men’s basketball team is assembling a diverse group of players who are quickly building chemistry and a determination to succeed.

Jordan Staal opens up about the emotional weight of finally hoisting the Stanley Cup with the Carolina Hurricanes after years of near‑misses, family ties, and the journey that mirrored the hopes of a city.

After her husband Kyle Busch died from pneumonia‑related sepsis, Samantha Busch shares how she balances mourning with raising their two young children.

The debate over a publicly financed Major League Baseball stadium in the Raleigh area reveals a misplaced priority: using state money to enrich private sports franchises instead of investing in broad economic growth.

Recent legislative interest in using state money for a Major League Baseball stadium raises economic and fairness concerns that deserve careful scrutiny.
A historic lineup of retired champions will compete in an International Race of Champions event on a 1.7‑mile circuit around the National Mall on August 22, followed by an IndyCar race the next day.