
CCSU Football Poised for Third Straight NEC Title
Central Connecticut State University opens the season as the clear favorite in the Northeast Conference, aiming for a historic three‑peat.
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Central Connecticut State University opens the season as the clear favorite in the Northeast Conference, aiming for a historic three‑peat.

Central Connecticut State University’s football program is the preseason favorite for the NEC title, chasing a historic three‑peat as defensive star Chris Jean leads a loaded roster into a challenging schedule.
The University of Memphis basketball program has announced a demanding non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 campaign, featuring a home‑and‑home series with Grand Canyon University, an early‑season clash with Baylor, and a neutral‑site opener against Iowa State in Sioux Falls. The lineup reflects Coach Bryce Drew’s intent to test his squad against top competition as it aims to extend its recent March Madness streak.
The Alexandria Angels, boasting a 15‑3 record and a sixteen‑year district title streak, enter the postseason with high hopes and a home‑field advantage.

UTRGV Vaqueros earn preseason votes in the FCS Top 25 Poll, marking a historic milestone for the program as they prepare for a promising season.
The University of Rhode Island’s football program has cemented its place among the nation’s elite, landing at No. 7 in the latest Stats Perform FCS Top 25 poll as the Rams gear up for another shot at the Coastal Athletic Association crown.

Adam Vinatieri's Hall of Fame induction celebrates a career defined by clutch kicks, record‑breaking longevity, and lasting impact on the NFL.

A recent NCAA decision grants a fifth year of eligibility to players completing four seasons, leading UNC to target Micah Handlogten and Cameron Fens to fill its final roster spot.
Neighborhood Soccer’s new alliance with the Sioux Falls Family YMCA ensures stable funding and opens pathways for expanded youth sports programs across eight city parks.
A new wave of stylized videos from the Richard Nixon Foundation has turned the 37th U.S. president into an internet sensation, blending archival footage with modern beats.

A Colorado court decision granting an extra year of eligibility to 2022 high school graduates has prompted North Carolina to contact Cameron Fens, a seven‑foot center from Dubuque, Iowa, amid competition from other programs.
The 2026 South Dakota Class B state amateur baseball tournament will run from August 5 to 16 at Cadwell Park in Mitchell, featuring 32 teams and a revised bracket format that separates district champions and runners-up in the first round.

A basketball hoop taken from a Rapid City church was recovered after a viewer recognized it from a news report, and church officials said they only wanted the item back, not to punish the thieves.

From game‑winning field goals in blizzard conditions to a record‑setting career that spanned four decades, Adam Vinatieri’s induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame reflects a legacy defined by poise, precision, and perseverance.

Over 100 women's college basketball athletes have submitted a petition to the Oregon Employment Relations Board, marking the first official unionization effort in women's college sports and aiming to secure fair compensation and protections.

A Colorado federal judge's ruling grants a fifth year of eligibility to all 2022 high school graduates who exhausted their four-year college eligibility by spring 2026, opening a narrow transfer portal window that UNC Basketball is exploiting to address frontcourt needs.
The 2026 high school football season begins in August, with Hawaii opening on August 3 and IMG Academy in Florida, the preseason No. 1 team, set to play on August 21. State by state, kickoff dates vary, reflecting a packed schedule across the country.

August rankings reveal Penn State’s slide, Indiana’s surge, and a cascade of five‑star talent across the Big Ten, highlighting the impact of new coaching moves and regional recruiting battles.

The Pipestone A's posted 15 hits and 11 runs but were edged 12‑11 by the Worthington Cubs in a Region 10C play‑in, a game that highlighted both offensive promise and defensive lapses.
Class of 2028 offensive lineman James Barnett pledged to the Iowa Hawkeyes on July 31, joining a pipeline of staff descendants and adding depth to a recruiting class that already includes defensive back Dwayle Smith.

Ryan Mahshie, a 27‑year‑old forward with extensive ECHL experience, has signed with the Rapid City Rush for the 2026‑27 season, bringing veteran depth after a trade that also brought Eric Parker and Cole Tymkin to the club.

The league has released its full conference schedule, highlighting opening road trips, home openers and a series of matchups for the upcoming season.
A young Mitchell High School player helped South Dakota United Spirit clinch the U-16 national championship, highlighting the club's growth and the player's aspirations for the upcoming high school season.

The league released its full slate of conference games on July 30, confirming 14 matchups per team and a March tournament that will crown a champion and send an automatic NCAA bid.