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Alex Bowman will step away from full‑time NASCAR racing after the 2027 season, concluding a ten‑year stint with Hendrick Motorsports that includes eight Cup Series victories and numerous playoff appearances.
The Carolina Panthers must replace two starting tackles after a blood clot sidelined Moton and a ruptured tendon sidelined Ekwonu, prompting new signings and a draft pick to protect quarterback Bryce Young.
Injuries to key linemen threaten the Carolina Panthers' momentum after a dominant 2025 campaign, prompting strategic moves and roster adjustments.
After a decisive 9‑3 win over Coosa’s All‑Stars, the Phenix City U‑12 champions are raising funds, gearing up for a Georgia showdown, and hoping the experience will forge lasting community bonds.
ESPN's Football Power Index projects a 9‑3 finish for Virginia in 2026, highlighting an experienced roster, high bowl probability and pivotal games against NC State and Norfolk State.
Toni Breidinger, the first Arab‑American woman to compete in NASCAR's top series, is blending racecraft improvement with high‑profile beauty brand deals as she prepares for the upcoming Indianapolis event.
At just 20, Corey Day is rewriting the narrative of rookie drivers in NASCAR, notching two victories and a top‑four standing while navigating a mentorship‑rich environment at Hendrick Motorsports.
NASCAR pioneer Dystany Spurlock will compete in the upcoming ARCA Menards Series race at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, showcasing the ‘She Pivots’ podcast logo, while supporter Emily Tisch Sussman and producer Crystal McCrary cheer from the stands.
Michael Malone is assembling his first coaching staff at the University of North Carolina, enlisting Gonzaga analyst Jorge Sanz. Sanz's expertise in advanced analytics and international recruiting aligns with Malone's vision to blend Carolina's historic legacy with modern basketball strategies, forming a five‑person assistant group that includes alumni from each of the Tar Heels' recent championship teams.
Eddie Pope, a Hall of Fame defender, has been appointed to senior sporting roles at Major League Soccer, where he will oversee development pathways across MLS, MLS NEXT and MLS NEXT Pro.
MLS announced that Eddie Pope, a U.S. Soccer Hall of Famer, has taken on a dual senior vice president role to shape the league’s long‑term sporting strategy and coordinate competition, medical, player relations and operations for MLS NEXT Pro.
An exploration of how a promising NASCAR operation succumbed to a combination of on‑track controversy, a driver's life‑threatening medical emergency, and the withdrawal of key sponsors.
Jorge Sanz confirmed his departure from Gonzaga to join the coaching staff of Michael Malone at the University of North Carolina, a shift that could reshape the Tar Heels' roster.
After a distinguished tenure at Hoggard, Adam Purzitza steps into the Ashley football head‑coach role, bringing 15 years of local experience and a championship pedigree.
Kirby Smart reflects on his children’s upcoming college steps, from twins at UNC and UGA to his ninth‑grader receiving scholarship interest.
After a disappointing 2025 campaign that yielded only four wins, the Tar Heels are banking on a revamped defense and strategic transfers to turn the tide in the upcoming season.
Alfie Thompson, a 15‑year‑old pitcher‑catcher from Lakeside, has been selected for the USA Baseball National Team Identification Series, where he will compete in Cary, North Carolina, against the nation’s top youth talent.
Fans and analysts are dissecting how Coach Jon Scheyer will balance backcourt minutes and explore new roles for key players, including the versatile Dame Sarr.
A data‑driven simulation predicts that Chargers running back Omarion Hampton and Bears receiver Luther Burden III could become 2026 fantasy standouts.
UNC’s latest recruiting push centers on Jordan Page, a top‑ranked small forward whose recent rise has attracted attention from across the nation.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. reflects on Josh Berry’s challenging 2026 season and the limited opportunities facing drivers without a guaranteed ride.
Head coach Michael Malone is shaping the Tar Heels’ 2027 and 2028 recruiting classes, highlighted by a recent offer to four‑star guard Brady Pettigrew.
The American Baseball Coaches Association recognized five Big South schools for their scholarly achievements, highlighting sustained academic performance across the conference.
UNC's latest scholarship offer to Brady Pettigrew, a top-ranked 2028 combo guard from Bolingbrook, Illinois, underscores the program's aggressive recruitment strategy.