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With the 2026 MLB Draft kicking off this weekend, a cluster of Florida standouts — including right‑hander Liam Peterson and outfielder Kyle Jones — are projected to be among the first names called.
Mike McLaughlin announced the hiring of Liam Shanahan, a Philadelphia native and University of Pittsburgh graduate, to the University of Pennsylvania women's basketball coaching staff, highlighting his diverse experience at Indiana and Pitt.
Mike Trout returned from injury with a 438‑foot homer, Jo Adell added two blasts, and the Reds exploded for five homers, while the Rangers avoided a shutout and the Padres pulled away.
A sweeping roster transformation, evolving name‑image‑likeness policies, and community events define the outlook for Penn State football as it prepares for its 2026 debut at Beaver Stadium.
Coach John Hackworth announced the 2026 season schedule for Navy men's soccer, highlighting an 18‑game campaign, seven home fixtures and a marquee matchup against Army in Philadelphia on Oct. 9.
Former Penn State lineman Landon Tengwall, known for his No. 58 jersey, is being celebrated 58 days before the Penn State‑Marshall game after a career cut short by injury, now thriving as a media analyst with a growing following.
The death of freshman football player Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr. has sparked a criminal case and a civil lawsuit, raising questions about how colleges protect athletes with sickle‑cell trait.
Elite line play can turn middling talents into fantasy starters, and a handful of backfields are poised to surprise this season.
Children with physical and cognitive challenges took the field at Citizens Bank Park alongside former Phillies players, as part of a partnership between Major League Baseball, Phillies Charities and the Miracle League, which is receiving a $300,000 boost.
Children with physical and cognitive challenges took the field at Citizens Bank Park alongside former Phillies players, celebrating a day of sport, gratitude and community investment.
The conference sees its most extensive coaching reshuffle in seven years, featuring first‑time head coaches at their alma maters and a national championship pedigree.
The Norwin Knights advanced to the WPIAL semifinals for the first time since 1999, finishing with a 7-4 record and setting new program milestones.
On Saturday, July 11, the African American Museum in Philadelphia will open its doors for a complimentary program that blends storytelling, documentary screening, and hands‑on creativity, inviting the community to explore the rich narrative of Black baseball.
After the U.S. Men's National Team exited the World Cup, former players Carli Lloyd, Landon Donovan and goalkeeper Tim Howard weighed in on Christian Pulisic's underwhelming contribution.
The death of Calvin "C.J." Dickey Jr. after a 2024 practice has led to criminal charges against former coach Mark Kulbis, a civil lawsuit against Bucknell, and the creation of a foundation to raise awareness about sickle‑cell trait in athletics.
Legendary college football coach Urban Meyer has named Kyle Whittingham as the coach he is most eager to watch next season, highlighting the new Michigan head coach’s task of restoring a program beset by recent turmoil.
A 42‑year‑old Uzbek truck driver entered the United States through the diversity visa lottery, is accused of causing a fatal collision on Interstate 71 that killed University of Massachusetts at Lowell goalkeeper Tobias Forsythe, sparking national scrutiny of language requirements for commercial drivers.
East Lycoming rallied past Keystone 8‑6 in a District 12 Little League Majors elimination game, highlighted by Wyatt Group’s home run and Jase Spring’s two‑RBI effort.
A torn tendon in Griffin's finger sidelines the 20‑year‑old sparkplug, prompting the Pirates to promote Triolo and Brannigan while they chase an elusive postseason berth.
Four‑star wide receiver Khalil Taylor has pledged to Nebraska, delivering the program’s first blue‑chip receiver commit in two recruiting cycles and reshaping the top prospect landscape.
An 18‑year‑old freshman collapsed during his first practice, and prosecutors say the coach ignored his medical condition, leading to a criminal case and a wrongful‑death lawsuit.
The loss of receiver Khalil Taylor to Nebraska and running back Aiden Gibson to Rutgers has dropped Penn State's 2027 class in national rankings, prompting coach Matt Campbell to confront a challenging recruitment season.
Mark Kulbis faces felony aggravated hazing and involuntary manslaughter after a practice session that led to the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr., a student-athlete with a known sickle cell trait.
Four Auburn baseball players rank among the top 250 prospects for the upcoming 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting the program’s rising talent ahead of the Philadelphia draft event.