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After five decades spent on sidelines from Illinois high schools to the NBA, Brian James has retired, leaving behind a legacy of tournament breakthroughs, player development and iconic plays that defined a generation of Wildcats.
Brian James, a 50‑year veteran of basketball coaching, announced his retirement from Northwestern University’s men’s basketball program, ending a distinguished career that spanned high school, college and professional levels while shaping generations of players and coaches.
The 2026 Journal Star all‑area baseball team celebrates the top Peoria‑area players, led by RJ Duncheon’s historic season and a roster of standout performers.
Jason Slay has been hired as an assistant coach for the Cincinnati Bearcats men's basketball team, bringing a decade of coaching experience and a record of player development to the program.
Jason Slay's hiring adds NIT‑final experience to Cincinnati's coaching staff as the Bearcats prepare for a November debut.
Julian Sullinger, a seasoned assistant coach with a strong playing background, has been announced as the newest member of the Illinois State University men's basketball coaching staff, arriving with his wife Lauren and daughter Joelle.
Illinois State University announces its 2026 men's soccer schedule, highlighting exhibition openers, a packed home slate, and a conference road that could restore the program to title contention.
The Seminoles finished last year with a 5‑7 record, highlighted by a 31‑17 victory over Alabama, and now aim to reshape the roster and schedule for the upcoming campaign.
The annual recognition celebrates elite high school talent, highlighting record‑breaking scorers, dominant goalkeepers and future collegiate stars.
East Peoria’s baseball team clinched a 7‑6 win over Crystal Lake South, highlighted by Dalton Oakman’s walk‑off RBI single and a late surge that tested the Raiders’ resolve.
South Dakota State University opens its 2026 football season against Northwestern on September 5. After a 9‑5 record in 2025 and a quarterback injury, the Jackrabbits aim to rebuild and contend in the FCS.
On June 14, the Joe Tiller Chapter of the National Football Foundation will honor former Purdue assistant coach Brock Spack with the Leroy Keyes Impact Award, recognizing his enduring influence on the game and his contributions to Illinois State’s recent championship pursuits.
The 2026 baseball state tournaments are underway, featuring teams from across Minnesota, including Cannon Falls and Winona Cotter, both aiming for their first-ever state championship.
Purdue’s 2026‑27 preseason schedule features three exhibition games, including a matchup with Purdue Fort Wayne at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, and a home contest versus Ball State. The roster returns 10 players but loses four starters from the Elite Eight run.
Purdue announced that its 2026‑27 season opener will take place on November 2 at T‑Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, facing Gonzaga at 7:30 p.m. ET. The matchup continues a perfect 5‑0 series edge for the Boilermakers and caps a non‑conference slate that includes several high‑major opponents and a host of mid‑major home games.
A statistical ranking places Illinois State at No. 143 among Division I men’s basketball programs, highlighting a legacy of tournament runs, NBA alumni and a coaching staff now aiming to restore the program’s former prominence.
Two McHenry County schools enter the IHSA state girls soccer tournament with championship aspirations.
South Dakota State University has announced its full 2025 football schedule, featuring seven home games and a lineup of opponents that includes Northwestern, Youngstown State and a Halloween rivalry with South Dakota. The roster of returning players and coaches sets the stage for a season aimed at playoff contention and a potential national title.
The annual Kentucky-Indiana All-Star basketball series will feature elite boys and girls prospects from the Class of 2026 in back-to-back games this weekend, with tickets on sale and historic rivalries on the line.
Cooper Knowles, a top defensive prospect from Illinois, has pledged to join Belmont University's men's basketball program, citing the school's development pathway and coaching staff as key factors in his decision.
North Dakota State University has announced kickoff times for its upcoming football games, highlighting a schedule packed with night contests that will affect travel and tailgating for fans.
Duke University announced the addition of KJ Conklin as assistant coach and Alexander Powell as executive director of basketball, signaling a strategic blend of on‑court development and data‑driven management.
Coach Jon Scheyer announced the hires of assistant coach KJ Conklin and executive director of basketball Alexander Powell, highlighting their extensive experience and the program’s focus on data‑driven development.
Coach Ben McCollum outlines the key storylines shaping Iowa basketball this summer, from new player arrivals to strength conditioning and the upcoming 2027 recruiting class.