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In a recent podcast episode, Riley Gaines warned that the WNBA's embrace of activism is undermining its identity as a professional sports league, citing the controversy around Sophie Cunningham's stance on transgender participation.
A 12‑week helmet‑less tackling program reduces head impacts by 34% to 37% among high school football players, offering a data‑driven path to safer play without sacrificing the sport’s developmental advantages.
The Cowboys have assembled a massive transfer class, targeting key playmakers and defensive stalwarts to compete in 2026.
Baseball America's latest top 100 high school MLB draft prospects list sees Rochester Adams star Koltyn "Flip" Watters ascend to the No. 1 prospect status, underscoring his five‑tool potential and impact on the local baseball scene.
A’Mir Sears, the nation’s top undecided recruit, announced his commitment to the University of Miami, citing a 97% prediction likelihood from Rivals and a perfect forecast from 247Sports.
The Texas Elite Spartans, winners of six of seven Women’s National Football Conference titles, are driving a cultural and economic shift that could soon let athletes earn a living from the sport they love.
After seven years at the helm of Iowa State women's soccer, Coach Matt Fannon will retire following the 2026 season, citing family considerations and gratitude for his time at the university.
A youth basketball camp in Watertown, New York, received strong community backing before a housing authority liability issue forced a pause. Coach Andres Rivera is now redirecting the end‑of‑summer celebration toward a neighborhood cleanup while keeping the focus on academics and local partnerships.
The showcase moved from a small Stamford rink to Sacred Heart University, attracting NHL players and a larger audience to promote the "reach out, check in, make contact" message.
Jalen Davis, a two‑time state champion, will visit Gonzaga, UCLA, Stanford, Iowa and Ole Miss this fall, focusing on program fit rather than monetary offers.
Tennessee is actively recruiting four‑star point guard J’Lon Lyons, a Maryland native ranked among the nation’s elite, while the program currently holds no commitments for the 2027 cycle.
A Florida teacher discovered a trapped opossum protecting her eleven babies in a soccer net. With the help of wildlife specialist Cat Clifford, the family was rescued, examined, and released back into the wild.
A proposed calendar change aims to resolve a scheduling conflict, but NASCAR has yet to confirm the move.
Eric Rud, a seasoned coach with a rich playing and mentorship background, has been named head coach of the University of Alaska Anchorage. His philosophy centers on player growth, retention, and leveraging Alaska’s unique recruiting landscape.
The WPBL has signed a landmark agreement with ESPN and Scripps Sports to broadcast all 37 games digitally, marking a strategic move in a competitive sports landscape.
An inside look at a 15‑round fantasy football draft that targets the 10th overall pick, blending ADP insights, positional tiers, and late‑round steals to craft a championship‑ready roster.
Dispatch readers have named New Albany’s baseball team the 2025‑26 boys Team of the Year, recognizing a 26‑7 season that ended with a 4‑1 state‑final win and a host of individual honors.
Syracuse will host Mercyhurst on December 12 in a rematch that could shape both teams' early seasons, featuring new head coach Gerry McNamara and a host of transfers.
Easton Royal, a five‑star wide receiver from Louisiana, has flipped his commitment from the Texas Longhorns to LSU, a move that underscores the Tigers’ aggressive recruiting strategy under Lane Kiffin and highlights the growing influence of NIL financing in college football.
The new Shields Family Hall at the University of Notre Dame features amenities that echo a high‑tech Avengers hub, positioning the program at the forefront of college football's facility arms race.
Three former minor league baseball players have been sentenced to time served after pleading guilty to insider trading involving Del Taco shares, a case that underscores challenges in enforcing securities law.
Longwood University's baseball program was honored with the 2025‑26 American Baseball Coaches Association Team Academic Excellence Award and captured a spot in the Big South tournament final, highlighting a season of athletic and scholarly achievement.
The New York Islanders have announced the addition of Evan Gold, a veteran of the Boston Bruins’ management group, as their new assistant general manager, signaling a strategic push to blend analytics with roster development.
The city will receive an estimated $368,000 annually, with community benefits and potential naming-rights revenue, while councilmembers push for a larger revenue share.