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The Beavers have released their full 2026 slate, featuring early road games, a home opener against Bushnell, and a series of Pac‑12 matchups that will culminate in the November championship.
Dante Moore hosted a youth camp at Marist Catholic High School, surprised a second‑grade class in Eugene, and is set to lead a showcase in Japan while continuing his habit of community engagement.
The Wildcats welcome Augie Hoelscher, a versatile attacker who trained in Spain and excelled at Jackson Hole High School, adding depth and ambition to the upcoming season.
Portland Pilots Women's Basketball will face New Mexico Lobos in a home‑and‑home series beginning in the 2026‑27 season, with the first contest slated for Dec. 21, 2026, in Albuquerque.
The 2025‑26 NBA season delivered a cascade of milestones, highlighted by Karl‑Anthony Towns' championship run, Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander's second MVP award, and a host of All‑Star and historic performances that redefined team dynamics.
From a small town in Mississippi to the courts of Portland State, Isaac Brice overcomes injury, mentors a young teammate, and prepares for a future at Nike.
Coach Kevin Young discussed the team's pursuit of a dominant big man, highlighted key additions like Collin Chandler, and provided injury updates on Dawson Baker and Nate Pickens as the Cougars prepare for a scrimmage on October 9 and their season opener against Nebraska on October 18.
10 Barrel Brewing and Pub Beer, part of Tilray Brands, are rolling out a summer‑long soccer celebration across the Pacific Northwest, featuring watch parties, limited‑edition packaging, sweepstakes and game‑day experiences in Bend, Boise and Portland.
The author fed a detailed prompt to ChatGPT and Claude, asking them to simulate a draft night where every top‑fifteen team trades before selecting its first‑round pick. The resulting narrative strings together a cascade of swaps, each involving established veterans and promising prospects, before naming the players who would be chosen with the newly acquired assets.
The Yakima Valley Pepsi Pak secured a sweep in a weekend doubleheader, with standout outings from Alex Morales, Colby Graham and Beau Benjamin, and are set to face the Portland Barbers next.
Freshman guard Donovan Miller signs with LMU, bringing elite shooting and a high‑school pedigree to the Lions' roster.
Freshman pitcher Will Labonte of the Portland Pilots has been named a Perfect Game First Team Freshman All‑American, becoming the first player in school history to earn multiple freshman All‑American honors.
The University of Portland announced its full 2026 men's soccer schedule, featuring matches against national champions, historic rivals and a debut Western Collegiate Conference tournament.
Duke aims for its sixth national championship, led by a balanced roster that mixes returning starters, impact transfers and a No. 1 recruiting class, while facing a schedule stacked with Final Four opponents and a strong ACC.
Duke is banking on a strong transfer class to restore its championship pedigree.
Two freshman pitchers earned NCBWA Freshman All‑American honors, setting new records and helping the Pilots finish 27‑25, the fourth above‑.500 season in five years.
The collaboration brings together the U.S. Soccer Foundation, Discovery Education and the Lenovo Foundation to deliver soccer‑themed STEM resources, a virtual field trip to Soccer City USA and career‑focused content to classrooms across the United States.
After a career plagued by injuries, Greg Oden found a second chance with the Miami Heat in 2013, where he forged a close friendship with Michael Beasley and embraced a low‑key routine of drinking Hennessy to stay out of trouble. Their story unfolds against the backdrop of the Heat's 2014 NBA Finals loss to the Spurs.
From a basketball‑laden childhood in Germany to a decisive move across continents, Frieda Bühner’s path to the Portland Fire is marked by adaptability, family support, and a relentless search for the right fit.
Guard Siri Lindsey signs with the University of Alaska Fairbanks, bringing impressive high‑school stats and coach‑approved potential to the Nanooks roster.
Students at Grant High School say they heard racial slurs during a playoff game against Central Catholic, prompting a complaint to the OSAA and a call for greater respect in school sports.
A playoff game between Central Catholic and Grant High School turned violent when spectators directed racist and homophobic abuse at players, prompting calls for accountability from the Oregon School Activities Association.
Veteran coach Rick Adelman died at 79, leaving behind a record of over 1,000 wins, a 22‑game streak with the Rockets, and a lasting impact on the NBA.
With the NWSL entering a month‑long hiatus for the men's World Cup, teams jostle for playoff positioning, while the USWNT prepares for high‑profile friendlies in Brazil. Meanwhile, the USL Super League crowns a champion and questions linger about the future of emerging leagues.