
Lehigh Valley’s New Arena Soccer Team Takes the Field
The Lehigh Valley is set to welcome a new professional arena soccer franchise called the Spirits, playing at the PPL Center and building on the region's hockey heritage.
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The Lehigh Valley is set to welcome a new professional arena soccer franchise called the Spirits, playing at the PPL Center and building on the region's hockey heritage.

The Carolina Hurricanes and Montreal Canadiens are poised for a high‑stakes playoff showdown, with Wisconsin‑trained players delivering standout performances. Meanwhile, a network of former Badgers is making deep runs in the AHL and ECHL, highlighting the state’s growing influence on professional hockey.

Duke’s recruiting chase of Wisconsin‑born Kager Knueppel highlights a family connection and a cautious approach to commitment

The Gogebic Samsons have announced the appointment of Ward Helakoski as their new head coach, highlighting his extensive background and vision for the team's future.
The Random Lake Rams have opened the season with a 15‑game winning streak, a historic start that has set their sights on a WIAA state tournament return.

The Vashon boys soccer team, coached by John Thomas, captured the District 3 championship with a 3-1 win over Cascade Christian, earning the No. 2 seed in the WIAA 1A tournament and a home-field advantage for the upcoming quarterfinals.

The Wisconsin Badgers have finalized their Big Ten schedule for the 2026‑27 season and will face Auburn, Villanova and Marquette before entering a new tropical tournament hinted at by General Manager Marc VandeWettering.

The New York Dynamo prepare for their second season with a contract extension for Head Coach Ron Kuhl, a comprehensive rink renovation, and three players committing to collegiate hockey.

The conference released its home and away pairings on May 12, revealing a slate that includes Michigan, Purdue and several road tests, while non‑conference contests with Marquette, Auburn and Villanova are also confirmed.