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USC will open its 2026 football campaign on August 29 against San Jose State, and the Countdown to Kickoff series highlights standout players by jersey number, featuring Walker Lyons, a former Trojan who is now gearing up for his next season with the Cougars.
A late-game grand slam by Dean Carpentier ignites a nine-run rally that turns a 5-1 deficit into a 9-5 victory, putting USC one win away from the College World Series.
A former baseball coach at Lowell High School was taken into custody in early June amid allegations of luring a minor and online sexual corruption of a child.
The 2026 schedule features 19 matches against top opponents from the Big 12, Big Ten, SEC and Atlantic 10, with the season opening at home against Kansas and culminating in the Conference USA Tournament in Newark, Delaware.
Four‑star guard Jalen Brown commits to the University of Wisconsin, citing family ties and program vision.
The FIBA World Cup 2027 will be staged in Doha, Qatar, from August 27 to September 12, 2027, even as conflict rages in neighboring Iran. FIBA’s secretary general Andreas Zagklis says preparations are on schedule, while the NBA eyes the launch of NBA Europe in October 2027 and the participation of top NBA stars.
After a spinal cord injury ended his football dreams, Ethan Glynn earned his high school diploma, founded a nonprofit, and looks ahead to community college, proving resilience can reshape futures.
The Hurricanes’ standout wide receiver appears on the latest EA Sports College Football title, bringing new gameplay innovations and a fresh rating system
Three‑sport standout Noah Asuma, committed to the University of Minnesota, is a top contender for the 2026 Minnesota Mr. Baseball award after posting a .671 season average and multiple career records.
Four‑star defensive lineman Errol Demontagnac III pledged to Nebraska over Power Five rivals, highlighting the Huskers’ aggressive recruiting and a focus on improving a run defense that struggled last season.
USC overcame a 5-1 deficit to beat North Carolina 9-5, scoring eight runs in a two‑inning burst led by Dean Carpentier.
The NCAA’s latest eligibility change postpones the start of the five‑year clock for hockey players until they turn 19 or graduate high school, a move championed by USA Hockey, the NHL and college commissioners to preserve the American development model.
Ned Jarrett, a two‑time NASCAR champion and longtime voice of the sport, passed away at 93, leaving behind a storied career, a memorable 1993 Daytona 500 call, and a legacy that includes his son Dale’s own racing success.
NASCAR announced the passing of Hall of Famer Ned Jarrett, a two‑time champion whose influence spanned decades as a driver, ambassador and mentor.
The 2027 college football recruiting cycle has produced dramatic shifts, with the Miami Hurricanes vaulting to third while Texas A&M retains the top spot, driven by a influx of elite prospects and strategic coaching moves.
A look at the top five wide receivers in Kentucky Wildcats football history, highlighting their career achievements and the legacy they left on the program.
USC’s 9‑5 victory over North Carolina in the opening game of the Chapel Hill Super Regional puts the Tar Heels on the brink of elimination, highlighted by a grand slam from Dean Carpentier and dominant relief pitching.
The Knicks have posted a twelve‑game winning streak in the playoffs, highlighted by a fourth‑quarter surge that put them ahead of the Spurs in Game 1. Key performances from Karl‑Anthony Towns, O.G. Anunoby and Josh Hart paved the way, while the Spurs look to avoid a 2‑0 deficit.
Morton’s girls soccer team advanced to the Class 2A state championship after a 4‑1 semifinal win over Wheaton St. Francis, setting up a title match against Crystal Lake Central.
The Sto-Rox High School girls flag football team finished 9‑3‑1, with standout seniors committing to college programs and earning recognition for leadership, while the squad looks to build on a near‑playoff run.
Four former Alabama State basketball players were permanently barred by the NCAA after accepting cash to manipulate a December 2024 game, a case that triggered an FBI investigation and culminated in a historic March Madness victory for the Hornets.
The Boston Celtics and UConn Huskies have intertwined histories that span decades, linking Hall of Fame players, NBA draft prospects, and a podcast that explores the region's rich basketball culture.
After more than three decades leading baseball programs at St. Bede Academy and La Salle‑Peru, Bill Booker steps down, leaving behind a record of nearly 600 wins, multiple titles and a lasting tribute to a fallen player.
Ryan Kerrigan’s four‑year stint at Purdue produced 33.5 sacks, 57 tackles for loss and a nation‑leading 26 tackles for loss in 2010, earning unanimous First‑Team All‑America and Big 10 Defensive Player of the Year honors.