
Logan Sheppard: A Young Pitcher’s Path to the Big Leagues
From a bat boy in Wenatchee to a showcase standout in Olympia, 13‑year‑old Logan Sheppard is carving a niche in competitive baseball while mastering life in Washington’s countryside.
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From a bat boy in Wenatchee to a showcase standout in Olympia, 13‑year‑old Logan Sheppard is carving a niche in competitive baseball while mastering life in Washington’s countryside.

Two former LSU baseball aces, Kade Anderson and Anthony Eyanson, have earned spots in the 2026 MLB All-Star Futures Game, highlighting the program’s continued pipeline of elite arms.

The NBA offseason has already delivered a flurry of moves that are reshaping rosters and setting the stage for the 2026‑27 fantasy basketball season.
The Volunteers are set to end their long‑standing partnership with Nike and begin a decade‑long apparel agreement with Adidas, a move that promises significant financial benefits and new NIL opportunities for athletes.

Kris Murray moves to Memphis in a trade that also sees Ja Morant head to Portland, while Jerami Grant joins the Blazers. The deal sets up a pivotal season for both teams.

The Memphis Grizzlies sent star point guard Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray, sparking fantasy concerns and hinting at larger roster reshuffles.

The Huskies will open with a home exhibition against British Columbia on Aug. 5, then begin regular‑season play on Aug. 12, culminating in a ten‑match home slate and a road stretch that ends on Oct. 30, before turning their attention to the Big Ten Tournament.

In a marathon quadruple‑overtime affair, Megan Gustafson scored 20 points and contributed across the board, delivering the Fire a hard‑fought win ahead of their July 4 showdown with the Storm.

A recent USA Today column highlights Salt Lake City as the front‑runner for Major League Baseball’s next expansion team, backed by the Miller family’s ambitious stadium proposal and substantial public funding.

Former South Carolina standout Sania Feagin has inked a developmental contract with the Portland Fire, aiming to revive her WNBA career after a brief stint with Los Angeles.

Reigning Big 12 Sixth Man of the Year Tobe Awaka has agreed to a two‑way contract with the Chicago Bulls, positioning him for a summer‑league showcase in Las Vegas and a potential G League assignment with the Windy City Bulls.

The latest EA Sports rankings reveal which college football arenas give visitors the hardest time, with LSU's Tiger Stadium, Ohio State's Ohio Stadium and Alabama's Bryant‑Denny Stadium leading the pack.

The Oregon State women's soccer program has released its complete 2026 slate, featuring matches against South Carolina, Washington, Utah and a host of West Coast Conference rivals as the team seeks to rebound from a 2‑15‑5 season.

Ed Kirk, the newly appointed boys basketball coach at Beaverton High School, brings two decades of coaching success, including a 2020 state championship, to a program poised for a resurgence in the competitive Metro League.

The U.S. men's national team faces Australia in Seattle after a 4-1 win over Paraguay, marking the first World Cup co-hosting across the Pacific Northwest. Local journalist Tyson Alger, known for his college football coverage, is reporting on the matches.

Content creator Angela Perry discusses the WNBA’s embrace of LGBTQ+ athletes, her own rise on social media, and the need for greater diversity among coaches.

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup looming, Adidas and Nike are leveraging sponsorships, retail partnerships and immersive fan experiences to outshine each other, while their recent financial performances reveal starkly different trajectories.

The Badgers' latest recruiting class features two Australian prospects ranked among the Big Ten's top incoming international players, sparking high expectations from coaches and fans alike.

A look at how five rising soccer stars connect their careers to the nations they support, highlighting the tournament’s far‑reaching cultural impact.

A surge of interest on the opening day of ticket sales highlights growing demand for women’s professional soccer in New England.

The series debuted during a pandemic, sparked record viewership, and has seeped into community fields, influencing coaches, commentators and even high‑school teams across the United States.

After a bruising loss to the Portland Fire, the Indiana Fever regrouped with a player‑led meeting that reshaped their communication. The result was a commanding 83‑71 victory against the Atlanta Dream, signaling a promising shift for the squad.

A new semi‑professional women’s soccer team, the Hearts of Pine, is set to debut in Portland next May, featuring top collegiate talent and a mission to inspire young girls in Maine.

A retrospective look at the most electrifying playoff outings by University of Illinois graduates, tracing a thread of excellence that spans three decades and multiple franchises.