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The Skyhawks extended their unbeaten start to two seasons with a 0‑0 tie against Bryant, highlighted by Hamel's first career clean sheet and a series of key performances from returning seniors.
Charlie Stevens, a former San Antonio Spurs grassroots scouting director, will take the helm of UConn’s basketball operations, succeeding Tom Moore and aiming to shape the next generation of Huskies talent.
The University of North Carolina’s baseball program, fresh off a 54‑win campaign that fell one game short of the national championship, is turning to a deep transfer portal haul to fill key departures. Head coach Scott Forbes has assembled eleven Division I transfers and three junior‑college players, including shortstop Jamie Laskofski, pitchers Jimmy Voorhies and Scott Doran, and a host of seasoned catchers and outfielders. The move aims to restore a veteran foundation and return the team to the Omaha stage in 2027.
Former South High School star Nancy Mayer Bates will see a basketball court at Greenwood Park christened in her name, reflecting her impact on the community and her journey from local courts to the University of Virginia.
From August 6‑9, top American Legion teams from the Northeast and Mid‑Atlantic will compete in Worcester, Massachusetts, with the winners moving on to the World Series in Shelby, North Carolina.
Whitehouse Post 284 clinched the state title with a dominant offensive burst, advancing to face Pennsylvania’s Greater Pittston Post 501 in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Riley Naclerio is set to lead the St. Lawrence Saints men's basketball program for the 2026‑27 season, bringing a proven track record of success and a deep connection to the campus.
The Boston Junior Rangers have launched an online team store featuring Ice Shaker’s customizable drinking bottles, with a portion of each sale donated to the club and plans to expand the model to other sports organizations.
From July 21 to 26 the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp travel to Massachusetts to face the Worcester Red Sox at Polar Park, hoping to break a six‑game skid while showcasing emerging talent.
Undrafted graduates from Tennessee State and Howard University have secured professional contracts, earning spots in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas this July.
The Black Knights will host 11 matches in the upcoming season, opening with an exhibition against Wagner and featuring contests against Air Force, Navy and a slate of non‑conference opponents.
Holy Cross reveals the full slate of home games for 2026, from the season‑opening clash with Lehigh to a late‑November doubleheader, while ticket pricing and purchasing options are detailed for fans eager to secure their seats.
The Terriers will open the season on the road, face top‑ranked opponents, and aim for a third Patriot League regular‑season title.
Two Westford Academy players receive All‑League and Thorpe Division All‑Star nods, while local teams encounter both triumphs and setbacks in regional competition.
Downtown Worcester transformed into a lively arena as the city marked the FIFA World Cup with a street soccer festival, an outdoor art exhibition and a series of watch parties that drew supporters from across the region.
Texas will begin its NCAA Tournament run at home against Holy Cross on Friday, a matchup that marks the Crusaders' first regional appearance in decades. The winner will advance to face the Eugene Regional champion, while the Longhorns aim to rebound from last year's early exit.
The No. 6 Longhorns will host UC Santa Barbara, Tarleton State and Holy Cross in the Austin Regional, aiming to extend a legacy of excellence while navigating a deep talent field.
Kent State’s historic hockey program faces financial hurdles, but regional demand and community support raise questions about a possible revival.
Holly Daigle’s hiring at Winthrop High follows a decorated coaching career at Cony, while Cony prepares to appoint Jenny Evans and Skowhegan faces an open head‑coach vacancy.
The fourth annual National Baseball Poetry Festival gathered poets and baseball enthusiasts in Worcester, highlighting the city’s literary legacy and its deep ties to the sport.