Blaney’s Dominant Victory at EchoPark Speedway Amid Rain Delay
Ryan Blaney won all stages, led 171 laps, and navigated a rain‑delayed race to move within 65 points of the championship lead.
Jul 13, 2026
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Ryan Blaney Dominates at EchoPark Speedway, Moves to Third in Points
Ryan Blaney’s commanding drive at EchoPark Speedway featured a 3‑hour weather delay, a late‑race wall contact, and a decisive crew‑chief call that helped him secure victory and climb to third in the points standings.
Jul 13, 2026
Bryant Bulldogs Announce 2026 Home Football Schedule
The Bulldogs will host Princeton, North Carolina A&T, Stony Brook, UAlbany and Rhode Island at home this fall, with historic rivalries and new milestones on the horizon.
Jul 13, 2026
Blaney Dominates at EchoPark Speedway, Eyes Championship
Ryan Blaney’s flawless run at EchoPark Speedway, marked by stage wins, a daring crew‑chief gamble and a final‑lap showdown, propels him into championship contention.
Jul 13, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway for a Busy Weekend
This weekend’s schedule at the 0.625‑mile North Wilkesboro Speedway includes Friday Truck practice and qualifying, Saturday’s Faith Fest 250 and Cup practice/qualifying, and a Sunday night Cup race.
Jul 13, 2026
TCU Horned Frogs Gear Up for 2026 Season with New Receiving Threats
TCU Horned Frogs are reshaping their receiving corps for the 2026 season after losing All‑American Eric McAlister, with Jordan Dwyer poised to lead a mix of emerging talent.
Jul 13, 2026
NASCAR Cup Series Race at EchoPark Speedway Halted by Severe Weather
A sudden lightning storm interrupted the EchoPark Speedway Cup Series event at lap 108, prompting officials to pause the race and evacuate fans. Leaders Ryan Blaney and Tyler Reddick jockeyed for position before the delay, and the series will next head to North Wilkesboro, North Carolina.
Jul 13, 2026
Blaney Dominates Atlanta After Lengthy Weather Delay
Ryan Blaney won the NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta after a 3‑hour weather delay, leading 171 laps and holding off Bubba Wallace despite a late‑lap challenge and a penalty that dropped Wallace to 29th.
Jul 13, 2026
Blaney Takes Overtime Victory in Rain‑Delayed Atlanta Cup Race
Ryan Blaney won a storm‑soaked, overtime Cup Series race at Atlanta after a three‑wide battle on the final lap, while penalties and wrecks reshaped the standings.
Jul 13, 2026
NASCAR Semifinalists Locked In After Atlanta Quarterfinal Wins
Four drivers advance to the NASCAR in‑season tournament semifinals after winning their quarterfinal matchups at the Quaker State 400 Cup Series race in Atlanta on July 13. The semifinal bracket will be decided at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 19, featuring a showdown between Chase Elliott and Todd Gilliland for one spot and a clash between Christopher Bell and Ryan Blaney for the other.
Jul 13, 2026
Duke Baseball’s First‑Round Draft Drought Persists
Duke’s baseball program has a storied past but limited modern draft success; this season’s outcomes underscore a transitional phase under new leadership while a former star lands a high‑profile deal.
Jul 12, 2026
Michigan Extends 2028 Linebacker Offer to Cornelius Native Ryan Peterson
Ryan Peterson, a top 2028 linebacker prospect from North Carolina, receives a scholarship offer from Michigan, joining a growing list of elite programs vying for his commitment.
Jul 12, 2026
Reddick Eyes Redemption at EchoPark as In‑Season Challenge Heats Up
Tyler Reddick seeks to close a 44‑point gap with Denny Hamlin at EchoPark Speedway, while Kyle Larson pursues his first victory since May 2025. The NASCAR In‑Season Challenge features injury‑ridden Christopher Bell and a billboard prank by Ryan Preece.
Jul 11, 2026
School Bus Overturns on Leland Exit Ramp, Driver Charged with Reckless Driving
A school bus carrying Douglas Byrd High School football players crashed on a North Carolina exit ramp, injuring four people and prompting charges against the driver.
Jul 11, 2026
School Bus Overturns on Highway 17 Exit Ramp, Injuring Multiple Students
A school bus transporting members of the Douglas Byrd High School football team crashed on an exit ramp in Leland, N.C., injuring four people. Authorities have charged the driver, Annette Blount, with reckless driving and exceeding safe speeds.
Jul 11, 2026
Driver Charged After School Bus Overturns on Highway Ramp
A school bus carrying Douglas Byrd High School football players overturned on a North Carolina exit ramp, injuring four people. The driver, Annette Blount, faces reckless driving charges as authorities piece together the cause.
Jul 11, 2026
Six Teams Poised to Shape the 2026 College Football Landscape
A look at the six programs that could define the 2026 college football season, from quarterback breakthroughs to defensive overhauls.
Jul 11, 2026
Five Tar Heel Baseball Players Projected for 2026 MLB Draft
North Carolina’s baseball pipeline continues to produce top talent, with five Tar Heel players expected to hear their names called in the 2026 MLB draft and several others in the mix.
Jul 11, 2026
North Wilkesboro Speedway Revives NASCAR Roots with Historic Cup Race
The July 19 Window World 450 will mark the first points‑paying NASCAR Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in nearly 30 years, drawing praise for its preserved history and intimate fan experience.
Jul 10, 2026
Memorial Service for Kyle Busch to Be Held at Charlotte Motor Speedway
A public memorial service honoring Kyle Busch is scheduled for October 9 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, following the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race. The event will celebrate his legacy and is open to the public.
Jul 10, 2026
Marcell Johnson Returns to Lead Knightdale Football
Marcell Johnson, a 2014 Knightdale High School graduate, has been named head football coach, bringing six years of coaching experience and a championship pedigree from James Madison University.
Jul 10, 2026
NASCAR to Honor Kyle Busch with Celebration of Life at Charlotte Motor Speedway
NASCAR announced a tribute ceremony for Kyle Busch, the two‑time Cup Series champion who died at 41, to be held at Charlotte Motor Speedway on October 9 after the Truck Series race. He is survived by his wife Samantha and their children Brexton and Lennix.
Jul 10, 2026
North Wilkesboro Speedway Revives NASCAR Cup Series With Inaugural Window World 450
The inaugural Window World 450 will mark the first points‑paying NASCAR Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in nearly three decades, drawing praise for its authentic atmosphere and historic significance.
Jul 10, 2026
North Carolina A&T Sets Record with 6,000 Season Tickets for 2026 HBCU Football Season
North Carolina A&T announced that it has sold in excess of 6,000 season tickets for the upcoming 2026 football campaign, surpassing any previous mark for the program.
Jul 9, 2026