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The Denison University men's soccer program, known as the Big Red, entered the 2025 season with lofty expectations, and the team delivered, capturing the nation's top ranking and a berth in the NCAA Tournament.
The University of Pennsylvania field hockey team sees three of its athletes named to the 2026 NFHCA Collegiate Watchlist, setting the stage for a promising season opener against North Carolina.
Johns Hopkins University captured the top spot in the 2026 Centennial Conference preseason football poll with 46 points, extending a streak of dominance that spans decades. The Blue Jays, who open the season against Ithaca on September 5, are looking to add to a legacy of conference titles that stretches back to 2002.
The latest PAC preseason poll ranks teams ahead of the 2026 season, with Grove City College leading the pack and Westminster College positioned 11th after a challenging 2025 campaign.
Junior field hockey player Sadie Ruiz represented Puerto Rico at the Central American and Caribbean Games, scoring a decisive penalty and helping the team secure sixth place and automatic qualification for the next tournament.
Xaivian Lee's commitment resolves a California lawsuit and clears his transfer to Gonzaga, where he will join a top‑five lineup aimed at the 2026‑27 national championship.
The Gannon University football program enters the 2026 campaign with a mix of seasoned talent, six team captains, and a coaching staff reshaped to maximize potential.
The conference’s latest recognition highlights the impact of Pyle, Dunn and Gaitan as Penn State prepares for its 63rd season, featuring free home games and national streaming.
Washington College announced Thursday that Tom Primosch, a rising coach known for transforming Ursinus College’s defense and cultivating conference-level talent, will lead the Eagles’ men’s basketball program. The hiring follows a search led by Athletic Director Thad Moore, who highlighted Primosch’s vision for culture and growth.
After a 13‑6‑1 season and a PSAC runner‑up finish, Kutztown University’s women’s soccer team returns with a blend of veterans and newcomers, hoping to translate preseason optimism into a championship.
Marc Flores and Nathan Martorella are driving the Lancaster Stormers' resurgence in the Atlantic League, combining power, contact and a shared history that could reshape the franchise's future.
An analysis of USC’s upcoming schedule, recruiting needs, and the pressure to transform potential into playoff contention.
Pennington sophomore Clara Meccage returns from a summer of elite field hockey competition in Italy, highlighting family coaching, sisterly camaraderie, and brother Bryce's Brewers prospects.
A 22‑year‑old unarmed man was fatally shot by an Upper Pottsgrove Township police officer after mistakenly entering the wrong backyard. His mother and the community demand accountability as the district attorney’s office begins an investigation.
Penn State is counting on Brock Riker, a transfer from Texas State, to anchor a revamped offensive line for the 2026 campaign. His size, pass‑blocking pedigree and recent weight gain align with the program’s emphasis on physicality.
The Nittany Lions will host the USC Trojans in a nationally televised White Out on October 10, 2026, marking the 19th full‑stadium event and the first meeting with the Trojans since 1994.
A young baseball player was killed by police after a misunderstanding at a party, prompting a community outpouring of support for his family
Mason Courville, a goaltender from the Flint Firebirds OHL, has pledged to join Penn State University’s NCAA Division I hockey program, marking a key step in his athletic journey.
A look at the top-ranked teams, key transfers and emerging storylines ahead of the upcoming high school football season.
The Patriot League recognized standout performances by Archie Hatcher, Nick Gallucci, Kelly Cooper, Harrison Wolfrom and Gunnar Guest, highlighting a season of balanced competition and academic excellence.
On August 13, Laurel Highlands High School gathered former players and coaches to remember Scott DeBerry, a mentor whose impact stretched far beyond the baseball diamond.
On August 13, Laurel Highlands Baseball hosted an alumni game to commemorate Scott DeBerry, a longtime coach and teacher who died from Stage IV stomach cancer in 2021. The event introduced the DeBerry MVP Award, awarded to Frank Kula for his standout performance.
A top Pennsylvania recruit, Xxavier Thomas, is navigating a competitive secondary at Penn State, aiming for a breakthrough when key seniors graduate.
Coach Erin Matson unveils a revamped roster featuring ten fresh recruits, including top prospects Sofia Ferri and Morgan O’Donnell, as the Tar Heels look to build on last year’s Final Four run.