
Tar Heels’ Rising Stars Eye Bigger NIL Deals Ahead of 2026 Season
North Carolina’s football program is entering a pivotal 2026 season, with three of its most promising players eyeing substantially larger name, image and likeness agreements.
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North Carolina’s football program is entering a pivotal 2026 season, with three of its most promising players eyeing substantially larger name, image and likeness agreements.

In the 1990s the University of Massachusetts transformed from a mid‑major program into a national contender, reaching the 1996 Final Four before a cascade of sanctions and coaching turnover erased its momentum.

In his newly released memoir, Stanford professor emeritus William B. Gould IV reflects on a career that intersected with landmark labor disputes, civil‑rights victories, and the stories of his enslaved ancestor, offering a roadmap for a new generation of workers.

A clutch hit‑by‑pitch in the final inning capped a comeback for Franklin Post 75, giving the squad its third championship in five years and a berth in the New England regional.

Running back Kenji Christian and linebacker K'Von Sherman have been named to the 2027 Shriners Children's East-West Bowl 1000 watch list, highlighting their anticipated impact as they join the University of Connecticut football program this fall.

West Rowan High School is set to field its first girls flag football team this fall, marking a milestone in the school’s athletic landscape and reflecting a national surge in the sport’s popularity.

Seven‑time champion Jimmie Johnson has assembled a diverse ownership consortium for Legacy Motor Club, blending sporting legends and cultural icons to drive a modern, fan‑focused vision.

NASCAR veteran Denny Hamlin, a three‑time winner of the sport’s Crown Jewel events, argues that those triumphs deserve the same reverence afforded to golf’s major championships, sparking a broader conversation about the series’ evolving identity.

Dozens of former NCAA athletes, including three from North Carolina State, have launched a legal challenge to obtain an extra season of play, arguing that the new eligibility rule should apply retroactively.

At sixteen, Tristan McKee is set to make his NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series debut at Richmond on August 14, 2026, after a career that already includes multiple late‑model wins, an ARCA Menards Series East campaign, and mentorship from Josh Wise.

A deep dive into the data-driven projections that spotlight Omarion Hampton, Luther Burden III and an emerging tight end for the 2026 fantasy season.

Suburban Propane’s comeback to NASCAR headlines a partnership with Kaulig Racing as AJ Allmendinger eyes a Chase spot at the Bristol night race.

The Junior Mountaineer Kids Club returns for the 2026‑27 athletics season, giving children in eighth grade or below a $35 annual membership that includes free admission to a variety of Appalachian State sports events, exclusive merchandise, and special promotions.
After helping the Carolina Hurricanes clinch the Stanley Cup in his debut NHL season, defenseman Alexander Nikishin discusses his role, upcoming contract talks, and the team's bright prospects.

The Tar Heels were projected 15th in the ACC, facing a tough schedule, roster shifts, and recent suspensions that cast doubt on a quick turnaround.

Darian Mensah’s preseason accolade, his recent transfer from Duke, and the Hurricanes’ ambitious schedule set the stage for a 2026 campaign that could redefine the program’s national standing.

Duke's 2026 roster blends newcomers and returners, highlighted by high‑valued transfers whose name, image and likeness deals rank among the nation's largest.

A senior guard’s brief stint at NC State turned into a full scholarship when Coach Wes Moore ripped up a tuition bill, delivering financial relief to her family and setting the stage for a tournament‑focused season.

The new girls flag football program in Davie will begin play on September 14, marking a milestone for the community and the rapidly growing sport.
A 35‑minute documentary produced by University of Tennessee students offers an intimate look at longtime coach Rick Barnes, exploring his roots in Hickory, his faith, and the evolution of a career that spans nearly five decades.
Veteran coaches in western North Carolina are retiring en masse, citing stagnant pay, soaring living costs, and mounting equipment expenses, while the search for qualified replacements grows ever more difficult.

Steve Robinson, a longtime assistant under Roy Williams and former Arizona coach, has accepted a special assistant role on Billy Taylor’s Elon staff, bringing decades of experience and a track record of developing over 60 NBA players.

Joe Gibbs Racing acknowledged insufficient evidence for its accusation that Chris Gabehart led Spire’s competition strategy, while Gabehart and Spire pursue separate lawsuits over contracts, wages and alleged bad‑faith conduct.

In a tightly contested 2026 MLS All-Star Game, the MLS All-Stars rallied to defeat LIGA MX 4-3 in Charlotte, North Carolina, with Son Heung-Min delivering two first-half goals.