2026 Journal Star Baseball Team Highlights Peoria’s Finest
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.
Jun 17, 2026
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Jason Slay Joins Cincinnati Bearcats Coaching Staff
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.
Jun 16, 2026
Jason Slay Joins Cincinnati Bearcats as Assistant Coach
Jason Slay's hiring adds NIT‑final experience to Cincinnati's coaching staff as the Bearcats prepare for a November debut.
Jun 16, 2026
Julian Sullinger Joins Illinois State Redbirds Coaching Staff
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.
Jun 16, 2026
Redbirds Unveil 2026 Soccer Schedule Aiming for Conference Glory
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.
Jun 15, 2026
Florida State Eyes 2026 rebound after turbulent 2025
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.
Jun 15, 2026
2026 Girls Soccer Players of the Year Honored by State Journal-Register
The annual recognition celebrates elite high school talent, highlighting record‑breaking scorers, dominant goalkeepers and future collegiate stars.
Jun 15, 2026
East Peoria Raiders Secure Second‑Highest Finish with Walk‑Off Win
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.
Jun 13, 2026
SDSU Prepares for 2026 Opener Against Northwestern
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.
Jun 11, 2026
Brock Spack to Receive Leroy Keyes Impact Award at Northwest Indiana Football Honors Brunch
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.
Jun 10, 2026
Minnesota High School Baseball State Tournaments 2026 Kick Off with Historic Runs
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.
Jun 10, 2026
Purdue Basketball Unveils 2026 Exhibition Slate
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.
Jun 9, 2026
Purdue Sets 2026 Season Opener Against Gonzaga in Las Vegas
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.
Jun 7, 2026
Illinois State Basketball: A Mid‑Major Program Poised for Renewal
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.
Jun 7, 2026
Local Teams Gear Up for IHSA Girls Soccer State Championships
Two McHenry County schools enter the IHSA state girls soccer tournament with championship aspirations.
Jun 4, 2026
South Dakota State Jackrabbits Unveil Ambitious 2025 Football Schedule
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.
Jun 4, 2026
Kentucky and Indiana’s All-Star Basketball Series Returns This Weekend
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.
Jun 4, 2026
Cooper Knowles Commits to Belmont University, Bringing Defensive Prowess to the Bruins
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.
Jun 4, 2026
Night Lights Return to Fargo
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.
Jun 2, 2026
Duke Basketball Bolsters Staff with KJ Conklin and Alexander Powell
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.
Jun 2, 2026
Duke Basketball Adds KJ Conklin and Alexander Powell to Coaching Staff
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.
Jun 2, 2026
Iowa Hawkeyes’ Coach Ben McCollum Charts Summer Development Amid Roster Overhaul
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.
Jun 2, 2026
Iowa Hawkeyes Basketball Prepares for Summer Overhaul Under Coach Ben McCollum
Coach Ben McCollum's second season at Iowa brings four fresh additions and a focus on maturation as the program eyes a strong 2027 recruiting class.
Jun 2, 2026
Northwestern Baseball Eyes Transfer Portal to Revitalize Program
Northwestern aims to bounce back by targeting left‑handed pitchers Landon Salvesen, John Hegarty and Spencer Johnsen, as well as hitters Michael Kuska and Graham Mastros.
May 30, 2026