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West Virginia University's baseball team meets North Carolina in a high‑stakes College World Series game, with four local players eyeing a championship run.
The Bulldogs eliminated Texas, but now face a must-win scenario against a resilient Oklahoma team that holds a slight edge.
A look at the season's biggest moments and the athletes who are vying for the title of 2026 Athlete of the Year.
A dominant Georgia pitching staff shut down Texas 2-0, ending the Longhorns' tournament run with only four hits and no runs.
Dominant flag‑football star Zebrielle Canaday, celebrated three times as The Ledger’s Player of the Year, is set to compete in national trials for a 2028 Olympic berth.
Rowan County’s Legion squad secured its tenth straight win, pounding Mocksville 14‑3 in a five‑inning contest that showcased a potent offense and solid pitching.
A seasoned pitcher returns from a two‑week layoff to anchor North Carolina’s bid for the College World Series title.
Veteran analyst Jeff Sentell reports on the recent pledge of North Carolina defensive lineman Antwan McKoy to the University of Georgia, a move that could strengthen the Bulldogs' front line.
West Virginia’s offense exploded while its pitching staff shut down Troy, securing a 12‑0 win and a showdown with North Carolina.
The USC Trojans baseball program enjoyed its most successful campaign in recent memory, finishing the 2026 season with a 48‑18 record under head coach Andy Stankiewicz. The team’s surge carried them to the Chapel Hill Super Regional, where they fell just one game short of the College World Series. In the Super Regional, the Trojans dropped a 4‑3 decision to the North Carolina Tar Heels, a loss that underscored how close the squad came to a national breakthrough. Despite the narrow defeat, the performance cemented the program’s reputation as a rising force in collegiate baseball. Central to the Trojans’ offseason agenda is the pursuit of South Carolina Gamecocks infielder Will Craddock, a highly touted transfer portal prospect. Craddock posted a .260 batting average and hit 10 home runs during the 2026 campaign, traits that have attracted considerable attention from USC’s recruiting staff. Coach Stankiewicz hopes the addition of Craddock will complement the return of junior infielder Kevin Takeuchi and senior outfielder Jack Basseer, both of whom contributed significantly last season. Takeuchi finished with a .320 average, 77 hits, 65 runs and 10 homers, while Basseer provides veteran depth in the outfield. On the mound, sophomore right‑hander Grant Govel is slated to anchor the rotation. Govel posted a 2.87 ERA and struck out 99 batters while compiling a 10‑3 record in 2026, numbers that position him as a frontline ace for the 2027 rotation. The Trojans’ blend of experienced returners and targeted transfers creates a compelling narrative as they aim to translate a strong regular season into a College World Series appearance. With a solid recruiting pipeline and a pitching staff that proved its mettle last year, USC is positioning itself as a contender in the national landscape.
Analysts see the Virginia Cavaliers finishing 10‑2, third in the ACC, highlighted by a road victory over Virginia Tech and a host of award‑winning performances.
North Carolina’s baseball team is one victory away from its first College World Series final appearance since 2009. At the heart of that surge is freshman right‑hander Caden Glauber, whose dominant performances have earned him Baseball America’s All‑America First Team honor.
Samantha Busch shares how moments like a rainbow over her bathroom and a bird at church have offered her unexpected comfort after her husband Kyle Busch died from pneumonia and sepsis.
Four members of the University of North Carolina’s 2026 baseball squad have been named All‑America by the ABCA/Rawlings, highlighting a milestone for the Tar Heels.
The Crimson Tide announced the jersey assignments for its latest crop of players, highlighting a blend of transfer portal talent and high‑school prospects.
The Cavaliers must navigate a slate of setbacks while relying on experienced depth and emerging talent to protect their ACC crown.
After two decades of coaching and a successful stint at Jordan‑Matthews, Ryan Johnson is appointed head football coach at Bartlett Yancey, bringing his expertise and community ties to the 2026 season.
With his contract ending, Josh Berry is weighing options that could shape his 2027 season, from Front Row Motorsports to JR Motorsports.
LSU’s football program is capitalizing on June’s recruiting boom, landing top prospects and setting the stage for a competitive season.
Chris Buescher has renewed his partnership with RFK Racing, a relationship that began in his teenage years, as he looks to build on recent successes and chase further milestones.
North Carolina's odds have risen to 46% in the Kalshi prediction market, driven by a top‑10 ERA and key offensive contributors as they prepare for a crucial game against the winner of Troy and West Virginia
The North Carolina Tar Heels are banking on a freshman class led by quarterback Travis Burgess, cornerback Kenton Dopson III and receiver Carnell Warren to revive their fortunes. How the newcomers will fit into the lineup, however, remains a question.
Duke's roster retains key players like Patrick Ngongba, Cayden Boozer and Dame Sarr, while adding high‑profile recruits and benefiting from strong coaching continuity, positioning the Blue Devils among the nation's elite.
After three straight losing seasons and a last‑place Big Ten finish, Penn State’s men’s basketball team is rebuilding under Coach Mike Rhoades, relying on transfers and freshmen while hoping for a turnaround that many expect to be incremental rather than immediate.