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Utah Mammoth have inked Czech defenseman Max Psenicka to a three-year entry-level contract after a breakout WHL season and a silver-medal performance with the Czech junior national team.
After announcing his retirement in April 2025, Steve Robinson is back in the coaching arena, taking a special assistant role at Elon University. His extensive history with championship programs and recent praise from Tommy Lloyd position him as a key figure in the university’s quest for its first NCAA Tournament appearance.
The conference revealed its preseason accolades, recognizing standout athletes from member schools ahead of the upcoming season.
Former Estonian basketball player Kerr Kriisa faces federal charges after a multi‑year scheme that netted $2.2 million from two victims through false identities and fabricated emergencies.
Kerr Kriisa, a six‑year college veteran who played for four programs, was taken into custody by the FBI in Lexington and will be sent to West Virginia to answer charges that have drawn federal attention.
The Kings have inked Scott Perunovich to a one‑year, two‑way contract worth $850,000 annually through the 2026‑27 season, adding depth and veteran savvy to their blue line.
With most starters back and key transfers competing for starting spots, the Tennessee Volunteers expect their offensive line to be the team's most potent weapon in 2026.
Arizona Wildcats senior linebacker Taye Brown is emerging as a defensive cornerstone, earning accolades and coach endorsement ahead of a pivotal 2027 season.
The 2026 college football season will feature an unusual twist for the USC Trojans: they will meet six players who once wore the cardinal and gold before embarking on new collegiate journeys.
Royal High pitcher Dusty Dunwoody posted a 0.22 ERA and 115 strikeouts, earning Player of the Year honors while deciding between college and the draft.
Iran's campaign was marked by a disallowed goal, a dramatic final swing, and off‑field challenges that defined their brief but memorable presence on football's biggest stage.
Henri Veesaar, the 6‑foot‑10 forward who spent the last season at the University of North Carolina, heard his name called in the second round of the NBA draft on Thursday night. His journey from Arizona to Chapel Hill, decorated by All‑ACC honors and impressive statistics, culminated in a professional contract with the Hawks.
The Department of Homeland Security tweaks travel rules for Iran’s soccer team, sparking complaints and adding a diplomatic layer to their World Cup campaign.
The league prepares for a fresh campaign with preseason games, a celebrated Hall of Fame class, and the debut of the New Mexico Goatheads under their first head coach.
The University of Arizona celebrates a historic year as its top coaches deliver championship-level results and lock in long‑term commitments.
The United States has kept strict travel limits on Iran’s squad, requiring them to move within 24 hours of each match and return to a training camp in Tijuana, while officials say the measures protect fans and players alike.
The United States has kept strict travel limits on Iran’s national soccer team at the World Cup, requiring swift returns to a training base in Tijuana after each match. Executive director Andrew Giuliani defended the measures as protective for American and global visitors.
Corey Kling, a right‑handed pitcher who excelled at Arizona, commits to Auburn, bringing a strong strikeout record and postseason experience to the Tigers' staff.
Veteran Iranian striker Khodadad Azizi, who witnessed the historic 1998 Iran‑USA World Cup match, urges that football remain a conduit for peace and warns against the growing political tension surrounding the tournament co‑hosted by the United States.
After a highly rated high school career in Texas, Rome Ewell has reversed his commitment, pledging to the University of Arizona. The move caps a recruitment that saw him weigh multiple Power Five options before landing with the Wildcats.
The Iranian soccer federation says FIFA has cancelled ticket allocations for its games in the United States, citing political interference, while visa denials and financial sanctions threaten the participation of players, officials and fans.
FIFA’s decision to cancel tickets for Iranian supporters, coupled with visa rejections and a relocated training base, intensifies political friction surrounding the upcoming World Cup matches in the United States.
FIFA has revoked ticket allocations for Iranian supporters, citing escalating geopolitical strain that has reshaped team preparations and travel possibilities.
FIFA’s decision to cancel ticket allocations for Iranian supporters adds a layer of geopolitical strain to the tournament, highlighting visa hurdles, team relocations and the clash between sports governance and international conflict.