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Five standout student‑athletes have been named finalists for the 2025‑26 Canisius Male Athlete of the Year award. Voting remains open until June 18, with the winner to be announced on June 19.
Denny Hamlin captured his third straight Pocono victory, tightening the championship race while Dystany Spurlock's Juneteenth paint design sparked controversy, Brad Keselowski and Bubba Wallace collided, Kyle Busch was honored with In-N-Out Burgers at his funeral, and Jimmie Johnson made a high‑profile appearance at Le Mans.
An examination of how different pitch types influence bunting success rates and what that means for modern baseball strategy.
With a less heralded recruiting class and a roster in flux, Duke must navigate a range of possibilities — from breakout stars to redshirted prospects — to prove last year’s championship was no fluke.
The 2026 All‑State Girls Basketball team, presented by Talk It Out NC and First Carolina Bank, showcases 24 players from across North Carolina, recognizing repeat first‑team members, multi‑time selections and their college destinations.
With Sherrone Moore gone and Kyle Whittingham installed as head coach, the Wolverines must navigate criticism of quarterback Bryce Underwood while managing fan and media expectations before the September kickoff.
Dylan Carey, a senior shortstop from Nebraska, has been named the 2026 Brooks Wallace Award winner, recognizing the nation’s top collegiate shortstop.
Early-season breakthroughs from rising players are altering roster decisions and fantasy strategies across the league.
Colorado’s head coach Deion Sanders opposes gambling in college sports, proposes structural changes, and shares his personal health journey after beating cancer.
North Carolina’s baseball team secured its 52nd win, tying the season record and moving one step closer to the championship series.
Joe Schoen, a 1981 graduate of Saint Francis University and former NBA draft selection, will be honored with a place in the school's Athletics Hall of Fame. His career spans basketball excellence, international play, and a successful second act in accounting, while his family and brother highlight the character behind the accolade.
Shock Top, the Belgian‑style wheat ale from Tilray Brands, is tying its summer campaign to the excitement of the global soccer tournament, offering rebates for unexpected victories.
Sporting News has unveiled its annual college football head coaching rankings, placing Iowa State's Jimmy Rogers at No. 65. With a championship pedigree and growing confidence within the program, Rogers is poised to rise quickly in next year's edition.
A look at the season’s most talked‑about sneakers, from championship celebrations to groundbreaking collaborations.
After a five‑game injury layoff, Azurá Stevens is back with the Chicago Sky, delivering 11.2 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.4 defensive stats per game while climbing fantasy rankings.
The Huskies enter 2026 with a standout quarterback, yet questions linger about the supporting cast as they aim to translate preseason optimism into on‑field success.
Coach Mark Byington’s recent award recognizes his advocacy after his girlfriend Katina Kangelaris was diagnosed with Stage IV colon cancer, a story that has spurred early‑screening efforts and reflects a troubling increase in colon cancer among younger adults.
This week's waiver wire spotlight shines on breakout outfielders and a bullpen reshuffle that could tip the balance for fantasy managers.
Ken Morrow’s 1980 Olympic gold and Stanley Cup victory set a precedent that Jaccob Slavin matched in 2026, highlighting a rare lineage of American hockey excellence.
After a mass exodus of starters, Iowa’s coaching staff and analysts highlight the decision to keep Kade Pieper and Trevor Lauck as the cornerstone of a rebuilding offensive line.
The United States opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 4-1 triumph over Paraguay, a performance that analyst Dan Dakich says reflects the team's speed, confidence and elite experience.
After years of criticism, the Iowa Hawkeyes' wide receiver group is reshaping its lineup with projected starters and backup options hoping to support a young quarterback.
Sam Williams‑Dixon, a former Ohio State football player who transferred to the University of South Carolina, was arrested on multiple charges related to vehicle break‑ins and theft, and has been suspended from the Gamecocks football program pending a court date on August 28.
Kevin Schnall, the University of South Carolina’s new baseball coach, is leveraging analytics and a network of former Coastal Carolina players to reshape the roster and revive the program’s national ambitions.