Irish Ascend to No. 4 in AP Preseason Poll
Notre Dame climbs to fourth in the 2025 AP preseason media poll, riding a 10‑game winning streak and a challenging slate that includes Miami, BYU and SMU.
Aug 17, 2026
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Rashunda Jones Brings Basketball Legacy to South Bend Youth
Former Washington High School star Rashunda Jones organized a week‑long basketball camp at the Martin Luther King Jr. Dream Center, blending skill development with community service for local youth.
Aug 8, 2026
New Hardcover Book “Echoes of Holtz” Honors Legendary Coach Lou Holtz
A forthcoming hardcover celebrates the life of Lou Holtz, the Notre Dame coach who led the Fighting Irish to the 1988 national championship. The book, priced at $39.95 and set for delivery in September, gathers stories, photographs and reflections from journalists Mike Berardino, Tom Noie, Bill Moor and John Heisler.
Jul 2, 2026
Echoes of Holtz: A New Book Celebrates the Legacy of Lou Holtz
The recently announced volume 'Echoes of Holtz' gathers stories, rare photographs and reflections from the career of former Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz, who passed away earlier this year.
Jul 2, 2026
Brenan Vernon’s Notre Dame Journey Ends with Medical Retirement
Notre Dame has removed Brenan Vernon from its roster after a medical retirement, ending a brief but eventful college career.
Jun 22, 2026
Penn High School Baseball Falls Short in Semi‑State Championship
The Kingsmen entered the IHSAA 4A semi‑state championship with a 26‑7 record, a mark that placed them among the most successful campaigns in Penn High School history. Coach Greg Dikos, in his 39th year at the helm, guided a squad that had won seven straight games late in the season, turning a promising start into a dominant finish. Lake Central ultimately pulled away to a 6‑2 victory, leaving the Kingsmen just shy of the state finals for the eighth time in program history.
Jun 14, 2026
NorthWood Baseball Captures Second Consecutive Regional Title
NorthWood’s 8‑1 victory over Highland secured its second straight IHSAA 3A regional championship, highlighting a blend of youthful talent and seasoned leadership.
Jun 7, 2026
2026 Indiana High School Baseball Tournament Preview: Favorites and Dark Horses
The 2026 IHSAA baseball state tournament begins on May 27, featuring 24 teams from the South Bend Tribune coverage area. Favorites include Penn, Goshen, New Prairie, NorthWood, Jimtown and Triton, while teams like Concord, South Bend Saint Joseph, Mishawaka Marian, Columbia City and Bremen could challenge them. Predicted matchups span multiple classes, setting the stage for a competitive season.
May 27, 2026
Plymouth High School Coach Ron Shaffer Steps Down After Brief Tenure
After less than five months on the job, Ron Shaffer resigned as Plymouth High School's head football coach and dean of students, prompting the district to begin a search for his successor.
May 21, 2026
Former Notre Dame Radio Analyst Ryan Harris Exits Broadcast Role to Pursue Law Career and New Opportunities
Ryan Harris, a former Notre Dame football player and Super Bowl champion, announced his departure from the radio analyst position after eight years, citing a focus on completing law school and expanding into new media and NFL roles.
May 15, 2026