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The University of North Carolina will face Duke and Louisville on a home‑and‑away basis next season, while a new arrangement pits seven ACC rivals exclusively in Chapel Hill and another seven on the road, marking the first regular‑season meeting gap with Clemson since 1951.
WalletHub's latest analysis ranks eleven New York communities among the nation's top hockey fan destinations, underscoring record NHL revenue and growing attendance across the sport.
Despite missing the NCAA Tournament this year, TCU can still influence its own destiny by cheering for conference rivals and watching their performances.
After Kyle Busch’s passing, NASCAR will remove him from the 2026 Cup Series standings and replace his seat with Austin Hill’s debut in the No. 33 car.
Ranked No. 5 nationally, the Tar Heels are set to host a regional tournament featuring VCU, East Carolina and Tennessee, banking on a pitching staff that blends proven experience with fresh talent.
The Duke Blue Devils entered last season as the No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament, boasting top defensive rankings but struggling with three‑point shooting and turnover creation. With key recruits and returning players, the team looks to close those gaps.
ECU's baseball squad has adopted "Sick Puppies" as a motivational mantra, a term originated by Bobby Austin, to fuel their postseason push against Tennessee.
NASCAR announced the removal of Kyle Busch from its Cup Series points after the driver succumbed to pneumonia and sepsis at age 41.
The sudden death of Kyle Busch, a two‑time Cup champion and 234‑win legend, has left the NASCAR community grieving and reflecting on his extraordinary career.
NASCAR’s National Motorsports Appeals Panel confirmed a $50,000 fine and a 25‑point deduction for Ryan Preece after he spun Ty Gibbs into the wall during the Wurth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway.
Duke announces kickoff times for six 2026 games, highlighting primetime Friday night matchups against Virginia and Clemson, as the program looks to build on back‑to‑back nine‑win seasons under Manny Diaz.
Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR champion, died at 41 after a battle with pneumonia that escalated to sepsis, DIC and hemorrhagic shock. His family, teammates and NASCAR officials gathered to honor his impact on the sport.
NASCAR imposed suspensions and fines after a dislodged wheel at the Coca‑Cola 600, while a 23XI Racing manager faced assault charges in North Carolina.
With the Chapel Hill regional on the horizon, the Tennessee Volunteers and ECU Pirates are poised for a pivotal clash. The Pirates' choice to sit their top pitcher early adds intrigue to the matchup, while the Vols plan to unleash their own ace later in the competition.
Tennessee basketball coach Rick Barnes shares his shock at Kyle Busch’s sudden passing, recalls his own early racing days, and praises NASCAR’s moving tribute that brought the racing community together.
The Indiana Pacers are using pre‑draft workouts to evaluate talent that could fill roster gaps despite lacking a 2026 draft pick.
After a promising stint in the American Athletic Conference, Anton Bonke withdraws from the NBA Draft to focus on elevating his game under Tom Izzo and his Michigan State teammates.
Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion celebrated for his fierce competitiveness and 234 career victories, died at age 41 after a brief illness. His death, announced just days before his scheduled appearance in the Coca‑Cola 600, follows a period of health struggles and has prompted tributes from fans, teammates, and the broader motorsport community.
A routine swim turned into a life‑saving rescue when Nicole Woods, head coach of the UNC Wilmington women’s basketball team, battled a rip current to save her nephew. After being revived with an AED, she spent a day on a ventilator before making a full recovery.
The Blue Devils' 2025 campaign culminated in an ACC Championship and a Sun Bowl victory, prompting the university to reward fans and highlight a heartfelt moment between coach Manny Diaz and senior longsnapper Jack Yates.
Sebastian Berhalter, a former UNC soccer player, has been selected for the United States men's national team roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, joining a historic co‑hosted tournament.
In her 25th season, Brenda Frese blends a passionate, Midwestern‑rooted philosophy with modern challenges, from viral social‑media moments to NIL dynamics, while maintaining a focus on relationships, family values and sustained on‑court success.
From a 31‑6‑1 1986 squad to the 2001 Northeast Conference champions, UMBC’s baseball heritage shines through the achievements of its players and the vision of John Jancuska.
The University of North Carolina’s baseball team, affectionately known as the Diamond Heels, enter the Chapel Hill Regional of the NCAA Tournament, a stage that promises both opportunity and adversity. The regional, hosted on the familiar confines of Boshamer Stadium, will see the Tar Heels squared against VCU, East Carolina, and Tennessee, each program bringing its own brand of intensity to the mix.