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From a 2021 bachelor party on a soap‑covered tarp to a nationally televised event, the Big Boy Soap Hockey Tournament is redefining televised sport.
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From a 2021 bachelor party on a soap‑covered tarp to a nationally televised event, the Big Boy Soap Hockey Tournament is redefining televised sport.

Junior wide receiver Sarah Williams has topped the national scoring chart with 256 points, embodying the Robinson Knights’ legacy of excellence. Her leadership extends beyond the field, as she mentors teammates and promotes the sport at events like the Game On Girls Summit.

The Buckeyes announced the hiring of Mike Wells, an Ohio native with a deep NBA and college coaching résumé, to fill the vacancy left by Joel Justuce.

After a distinguished coaching journey that spanned the NBA, college ranks and a championship run in Australia, Mike Wells is set to join Ohio State's staff, replacing departing assistant Joel Justuce.

The Miami Edison High School girls' flag football squad, boasting a 17‑1 season and a shutout playoff run, is set to battle for its second consecutive state championship in Tampa.

The school announced its upcoming varsity football slate, highlighting returning stars and a coaching staff that guided a strong 2025 campaign.

After a standout season, the Florida State Seminoles will begin their 2026‑27 campaign against Florida A&M in Tampa, marking the first regular‑season clash since 1991. The game is part of a doubleheader that also features the Florida Gators and Miami Hurricanes, with former FSU star Charlie Ward now leading the Rattlers.

The upcoming basketball clash between Florida State and Florida A&M in Tampa marks a long‑awaited reunion, highlighting a doubleheader that also pits the Seminoles against the Hurricanes. The game follows a preseason exhibition where FAMU coach Charlie Ward had his jersey retired, reigniting talk of annual matchups.

Florida State and Florida A&M will open the 2026‑27 basketball season in Tampa, renewing a rivalry that last saw action in 1991 and marking the first meeting since Charlie Ward transitioned to coaching.

The Gators will face Miami in Tampa to kick off the 2026‑27 campaign, a matchup that also anchors a doubleheader and a November tournament featuring top college programs.