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The Carolina Hurricanes and Montreal Canadiens are poised for a high‑stakes playoff showdown, with Wisconsin‑trained players delivering standout performances. Meanwhile, a network of former Badgers is making deep runs in the AHL and ECHL, highlighting the state’s growing influence on professional hockey.
Rutgers field hockey goalkeeper Emily Nicholls has been selected for the Team USA U-21 Women's National Team for the 4 Nations Tournament in Lilleshall, England, bringing her impressive collegiate stats and international experience to a competitive lineup.
Northwestern University announced the addition of Ryan Soulis, a 6‑foot‑10 forward with Ivy League defensive accolades and global experience, to its men's basketball roster for the 2026‑27 season.
NASCAR star Kyle Busch has been admitted to a hospital with a severe health condition and will not compete at Charlotte Motor Speedway this weekend. His family announced the news on social media, asking for privacy during his recovery.
NASCAR confirmed that Kyle Busch was hospitalized with a severe illness and will miss the upcoming race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. His family asked for privacy while they focus on his recovery.
Two‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch was hospitalized with a severe illness and will miss the upcoming Charlotte Motor Speedway event. His family has asked for privacy while he recuperates.
NASCAR star Kyle Busch has been hospitalized with a severe illness and will sit out the upcoming Charlotte Motor Speedway event, his family announced on social media while asking for privacy during his recovery.
Western Alamance's girls' soccer team remains unbeaten, defeating Croatan 2-0 in the third round and preparing for a showdown with Southern Nash. Other regional playoff highlights include Oak Grove's 1-0 win over Eastern Alamance and Richlands' overtime victory over Southeast Alamance.
NASCAR will host a three‑day weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway in May 2026, featuring the Truck Series on Friday night, the O'Reilly Series on Saturday evening, and the Cup Series on Sunday, the first 1.5‑mile race since Texas Motor Speedway.
NASCAR’s 2026 Charlotte weekend features a $1.65 million purse and a new policy of withholding the winner’s payout, while drivers such as Connor Zilisch, Justin Allgaier and Dean Thompson eye strong performances.
NASCAR’s 2026 season moves to Charlotte Motor Speedway for its 15th race weekend, featuring a modest purse increase and a lineup of drivers eyeing breakout performances.
NASCAR prepares for the 15th race weekend of the 2026 season at Charlotte Motor Speedway, offering a $13.8 million purse for the Coca‑Cola 600, where Ross Chastain seeks to defend his 2025 win against William Byron and Chase Briscoe.
The 2026 NASCAR O'Reilly Series will race at Charlotte Motor Speedway in May, featuring a one‑lap qualifying format that determines the starting grid for the Charbroil 300.
A look at Victor Wembanyama’s recent dominance, the legacy of UNC alumni Julius Peppers and Vince Carter, and what their stories reveal about the future of athletic excellence.
The Eagles, seeded fourth, will face fifth‑seeded Miami in a matchup that could propel them to the semifinals.
This weekend Charlotte Motor Speedway will host a three‑day NASCAR triple‑header, featuring the Coca‑Cola 600, where Chase Briscoe takes the pole and the series honors America’s 250th birthday with patriotic decorations, special tire designs and historic driver milestones.
High Point University announces the appointment of Carrie Maxwell, a distinguished soccer professional, to lead the women's program in both coaching and nutrition, promising a blend of competitive edge and holistic athlete care.
Greg Biffle's repeated omission from the NASCAR Hall of Fame underscores a systemic issue with the sport's limited induction slots, prompting proposals for a threshold-based voting system.
The North Carolina Tar Heels have lost two key contributors from last season as they gear up for a landmark season opener against TCU in Ireland.
Seaforth baseball secured a 6-3 victory over Rockingham County, extending their road winning streak and setting up a pivotal game in Pittsboro.
John Blackwell’s expected arrival at Duke coincides with a draft landscape that could reshape the roster of several ACC powerhouses.
The 2026 NASCAR weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway blends endurance, strategy and fresh talent, offering a preview of championship contenders.
The 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame class was announced, honoring Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton and Larry Phillips, but fans erupted over the exclusion of Greg Biffle, whose legacy and untimely death have become a rallying point for criticism.
After a turbulent first season, Bill Belichick looks to translate hard‑won lessons into on‑field progress as the North Carolina Tar Heels navigate a tough 2026 slate.