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The Utah Mammoth swapped picks #19 and #83 to the Los Angeles Kings to secure the 17th overall selection, choosing winger Ethan Belchetz, a 6‑foot‑5 forward projected as a top‑10 talent. The Kings used the moved‑up pick to draft Swedish forward Elton Hermansson, who topped the World U18 Championship in scoring.
Boston adds J.J. Peterka, a 24‑year‑old German winger, in a multi‑pick exchange that reshapes the team’s forward depth and future cap planning.
The announcement, made on CBS Sports’ college football YouTube channel, highlights a shifting recruiting landscape for the Michigan Wolverines.
The latest recruiting updates highlight a wave of skilled newcomers, from high‑school standouts to transfer additions, shaping the Jayhawks' lineup for the upcoming season.
Carson Cooper, a 6‑foot‑11 forward from Michigan State, has agreed to a two‑way contract with the Memphis Grizzlies following the 2026 NBA Draft, joining a lineage of former Spartans in Memphis and arriving amid a draft‑free season for his college program.
An 18‑player Jacksonville youth soccer squad, funded by the community, prepares for a national competition after capturing the state title. Across the sports world, Team USA clinches a knockout berth in the FIFA Club World Cup, the Stanley Cup makes a political appearance in North Carolina, and the NBA Draft showcases ACC talent with high‑profile picks.
The University of Wyoming’s football program is gearing up for the upcoming season after a busy offseason that saw nearly five dozen newcomers join the roster, including key additions at quarterback and defensive tackle, while also saying goodbye to several top playmakers.
Jay Hill’s track record at BYU shows that a disciplined, scheme‑first approach can transform a defense, and Michigan hopes to replicate that success with a versatile 4‑3 system that prioritizes collective performance.
A wave of assistant coach departures and player transfers at the University of Washington sets the stage for a global recruiting push ahead of the upcoming campaign.
Three assistants have exited Danny Sprinkle’s staff, a new assistant arrives from Marquette, and key players are transferring, prompting the program to target overseas talent to meet the 15‑player limit.
The upcoming schedule features the Hawks' Tri‑State Border War, the 41st Hladky Memorial Tournament and the Knight Invite Wood Bat Tournament, while several squads head abroad for match play.
The Mammoth secure a multi‑year extension for head coach André Tourigny and welcome former Vancouver Canucks coach Adam Foote to the bench, while Blaine Forsythe remains in charge of the power play.
A mid‑season trade sees Ally Sentnor leave Kansas City for Angel City in a $850,000 transaction, complete with a 20% sell‑on fee and a flurry of roster moves that could reshape both clubs.
The 2026 6A All‑State boys soccer squad was revealed this week, spotlighting top performers from across Utah. Lone Peak’s Patrick Stevenson leads as Player of the Year, while teammate Sam Parker earns Playoff MVP honors.
Michigan's 2027 recruiting class gains a top edge rusher, Ifeanyi Emedobi, who opted for the Wolverines over several Big Ten rivals.
Upcoming changes in college football conference realignment for 2026 bring historic programs into the FBS, reshape major conferences and introduce new postseason challenges.
During a brief training camp in Utah, the Bosnian national soccer team pauses its World Cup preparations to experience the state’s iconic attractions, from a massive Costco warehouse to the serene beauty of Temple Square.
After a one‑day visit to Kentucky, Robert Wright III chose to remain with the Cougars, where coach Kevin Young sees a future national‑level point guard.
Texas Tech emerges as the favorite for the 2026 Big 12 championship, even as quarterback Brendan Sorsby departs amid a gambling controversy and pursues an NFL supplemental draft.
Veteran coach Kyle Whittingham, celebrated for his Utah dominance, is now tasked with steering Michigan toward a national championship, a move that has reshaped Big Ten narratives.
Brendan Sorsby, a quarterback whose college career was marred by a sports gambling scandal, has regained eligibility and entered the NFL supplemental draft, drawing attention from the Pittsburgh Steelers and analysts alike.
The Wyoming Cowboys have added nearly five dozen players this offseason, retaining core veterans while welcoming fresh talent at quarterback, running back and tight end. Here’s a look at who’s arriving, who’s leaving, and what it means for the upcoming campaign.
The short‑lived Glasgow Tartans, a franchise in the International Arena League, vanished after a disastrous debut in Scotland, leaving players, fans and league organizers with unanswered questions.
At the NHL Combine in Montreal, forward Berkly Catton described himself as a dolphin, sparking buzz about the Canadiens’ unconventional questioning. Meanwhile, Detroit captain Dylan Larkin’s trade request and a charity golf victory by ex‑Kraken players highlight the mix of humor and strategy that defines modern hockey.