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Marietta High School will kick off its 2026 campaign in London against the NFL Academy, while defending Georgia Class 6A champion Buford opens at home against Gainesville in a nationally televised clash.
As August practice sessions roll out, top prospects like Jaxon Dollar and Rashad Streets draw attention, while eight state championships and a surge of new coaches set the stage for a dynamic season.
Toni Payne, a standout from Duke University and former Everton player, has inked a professional deal with Inter Milan, positioning herself for competition in Italy’s Serie A Femminile and the UEFA Women’s Champions League while Nigeria eyes another continental crown.
Ryan Blaney's victory at EchoPark Speedway, achieved despite a late‑night delay and a daring crew‑chief decision, has placed him within 65 points of the championship lead.
The 2026 16U/17U National Team Development Program kicked off in Cary, North Carolina, with Team Navy defeating Team Red 6‑2 and Team Grey beating Team Light Blue 8‑2, showcasing standout performances from prospects such as Noah Jarolimek and Keona Barraza.
Charlotte FC will welcome the 2026 MLS All-Star Game, a celebration that underscores the club’s quick rise, its marquee players and the city’s vibrant fan culture.
Athlon Sports’ early predictions place Alabama against East Carolina to start the season, forecast a December showdown with SMU in Jacksonville, and highlight media appearances by coach Kalen DeBoer.
Orlando "Tubby" Smith's decades‑long impact on college basketball will be recognized in October 2026 when he is inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame.
Freshman safety Jakob Weatherspoon, a top‑15 recruit, is poised to become a cornerstone of the North Carolina Tar Heels’ defense as the team looks to bounce back from a disappointing first season under head coach Bill Belichick.
After a hard‑fought battle for the win in overtime, Shane van Gisbergen settled for sixth at Atlanta, a result that bolsters his Chase hopes and underscores the unique challenges of NASCAR’s ovals.
Ryan Blaney captured every stage at EchoPark Speedway, leading 171 laps before a rain‑delayed finish that propelled him into the championship hunt.
The University of North Carolina has suspended its review of potential renovations to the Smith Center basketball arena, with no timeline for restart. Athletic director Steve Newmark points to NIL deals and rising operating costs as dominant concerns.
The upcoming race will feature a who’s‑who of NASCAR’s top talent, from Ross Chastain to Michael McDowell.
The NASCAR Cup Series returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend, marking the track’s first 450‑lap points race and a series of festivities featuring Chase Elliott and country band Sawyer Brown.
Ryan Blaney led 171 laps, won all stages, and surged to third in the standings, just 65 points behind Denny Hamlin, after a weather‑halted race at EchoPark Speedway.
The Edmonton Oilers have secured a seasoned net‑minder whose championship pedigree and playoff experience promise to strengthen a newly formed three‑goalie rotation.
North Carolina Tar Heels will open fall camp on July 30, seeking to improve on a challenging 2025 campaign under head coach Bill Belichick. New additions include transfer quarterbacks Billy Edwards Jr. and Miles O’Neill, offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, and a record‑size freshman class.
The University of Pittsburgh announced its full non‑conference slate for the 2026‑27 men’s basketball season, highlighting nine home games in the city, high‑profile power‑conference opponents and participation in the Fort Myers Tip‑Off
A high school pitcher from Beaumont dazzles at a national training camp, earns a spot on the roster and prepares for the Pan American Championship.
Ryan Blaney's recent Atlanta victory has narrowed Denny Hamlin's lead, turning the championship battle into a three‑way fight.
NASCAR’s Cup Series will stage a historic 450‑lap race at North Wilkesboro on July 19, the first such event in over three decades, as drivers brace for a marathon of tire management and on‑track battles.
North Carolina’s football program hired Bill Belichick and Michael Lombardi with massive guarantees, only to see the venture unravel amid a human‑resources complaint and a string of humiliating losses.
After signing an eight-year, $92 million contract, Martin Necas faces the challenge of repeating his breakout 100-point season while staying healthy and reducing vulnerability to hits.
A deep dive into the prospects of bringing a Major League Baseball team to North Carolina, examining the financial, geographic and cultural hurdles that must be cleared.