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The Tennessee Volunteers have earned a top seed in the Chapel Hill Regional, setting up a first‑round clash with East Carolina while the broader tournament field prepares for its June climax.
Nikolaj Ehlers delivered the game‑winning overtime goal, capping a two‑goal performance that also featured a highlight‑reel strike in the second period. The victory ties the series and marks a pivotal moment for the Hurricanes.
Defending ACC champions the Duke Blue Devils face three pivotal games that will determine whether they can repeat as conference titleholders in 2026.
General manager Eric Tulsky’s pre‑game walks through the Lenovo Arena tailgate have become a beloved ritual, reflecting a career that bridges scientific rigor and community engagement.
KJ Caldwell, a four-star safety from Lilburn, Georgia, announced his commitment to NC State, picking the Wolfpack over Georgia, Kansas State and Mississippi State, bolstering the 2027 class.
Chris Hart, a longtime NC State baseball assistant, has been named the 17th head coach of the Wolfpack, bringing a track record of player development, elite recruiting and deep program knowledge.
Heritage’s girls soccer team edged top‑seeded Cardinal Gibbons 2-0, with goals from Eden Capps and Margot Gardner, advancing to the 7A regional championship and confronting a familiar playoff adversary.
After an 11‑day hiatus, the Carolina Hurricanes fell 6‑2 to the Montreal Canadiens, exposing defensive lapses and a quiet offensive output.
Longtime NC State baseball coach Elliott Avent announced his retirement, closing a 30‑year chapter that reshaped the program and earned him state honors.
After three decades leading North Carolina State baseball, Elliott Avent announced his retirement, reflecting on a career marked by unprecedented wins, tournament runs, and the development of future major‑league talent.
Elliott Avent, who has led North Carolina State's baseball program for three decades, will retire at the end of the 2026 season, leaving behind a storied career marked by record wins, professional player development, and deep university ties.
Two Florida Gulf Coast University baseball standouts found themselves cheering for the Montreal Canadiens during a tournament in Florida, blending their love of hockey with their athletic commitments.
The Zebulon Devil Dogz will open their season at Five County Stadium on May 22, following a community festival that celebrates the city’s new baseball era.
Duke, the 16th seed in the ACC Baseball Championship, will meet ninth‑seeded NC State on Tuesday morning at Truist Field, riding a record‑breaking stolen‑base tally and standout performances from Coltin Quagliano, RJ Hamilton and others.
The Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens will meet in a Game 7 at Buffalo’s KeyBank Center, with the winner advancing to face the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals.
A routine pit stop at Dover Motor Speedway turned perilous when a runaway cart threatened Fox Sports reporter Amanda Busick. Pit crew member Donovan Williams stepped in, sustaining injuries while protecting her, and both reflect on the narrow escape and the support that followed.
USA Hockey names Kevin Porter as head coach of the NTDP U18 team for the 2026-27 season while the Buffalo Sabres fight for a Game 7 against Montreal, the Vegas Golden Knights confront media penalties, and Quinn Hughes weighs a contract extension with the Minnesota Wild.
The Tar Heels enter a pivotal three‑game series against NC State with a commanding lead in the ACC, while the Wolfpack fights for a postseason spot. Pitching dominance and hitting firepower will be tested in a matchup that could reshape both teams' tournament hopes.
Indiana University has added guard Justin Monden, a 6‑foot, 160‑pound player with one year of eligibility left, after he averaged six points per game at Maryland Eastern Shore and posted 12.2 points per game at Georgia Southwestern State.
Fans can secure seats for the upcoming home slate, featuring rivals Richmond, Appalachian State, Louisville, Wake Forest, Cal, Duke and Syracuse, as the Wolfpack looks to build on its storied tradition.