
Princeton Basketball Returns to Holiday Classic in Wilmington
The Tigers will play in the 2026 Live Oak Bank Holiday Classic from Nov. 25‑28 at Trask Coliseum, facing familiar foes and a new opponent for the first time.
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The Tigers will play in the 2026 Live Oak Bank Holiday Classic from Nov. 25‑28 at Trask Coliseum, facing familiar foes and a new opponent for the first time.

Former UNCW men's soccer standouts Hjalmar Ekdal and Austin MacPhee are set to appear at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Ekdal defending for Sweden and MacPhee contributing to Portugal's coaching staff.

From backyard kicks in Apex to a 6,219‑minute career at UNCW, Jake Shannon earned multiple awards, served as team captain, and signed with New England Revolution II, turning his lifelong dream into reality.

University of North Carolina Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods survived a near‑drowning after being caught in a rip current while saving her nephew. Her story, aired on "Good Morning America," highlights the dangers of ocean currents and the importance of lifeguard‑protected beaches.
Ailshie's .600 average, 1.53 ERA and All‑North Carolina selection underscore a season that also saw West Rowan dominate the 5A All‑State list and A.L. Brown's Mason Teal earn 7A honors.

Coach Nicole Woods and her nephew Noah were caught in a rip current off Wrightsville Beach; Woods' quick thinking and the rapid response of lifeguards saved their lives.

University of North Carolina Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods nearly lost her life while saving her nephew from a rip current at Wrightsville Beach. Her story highlights the ocean's unpredictability and the importance of swimming near lifeguards.

UNCW announces the appointment of James Faint as assistant coach for the 2026 season, highlighting his global playing background, coaching achievements, and academic credentials.

UNC Asheville has named Nick Castro its first head coach for women’s flag football, a program set to expand toward varsity status and Olympic participation by 2028.

Campbell's men's soccer team reveals its 2026 campaign, highlighting home games, key rivalries and the coaching milestone of Head Coach Dustin Fonder.

The Northeastern baseball team secured its second consecutive CAA championship, guaranteeing a spot in the 2026 College World Series. Key performances from Harrison Feinberg, Ryan Griffin, Will Fosberg and Ryan Gerety highlighted the victory, marking the program’s first back‑to‑back NCAA tournament appearances. The Huskies now prepare to face the University of Kansas Jayhawks.

UNC Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods was pulled under by a rip current while rescuing her nephew. After cardiac arrest and a day on a ventilator, she was released from the hospital, inspiring her team as associate head coach Cherie Lea steps in.
Will Seward, a senior star from Hoggard High School, signed with the University of North Carolina Wilmington on May 27, following a surprise scholarship offer and the earlier commitment of fellow local talent Kellum Brown.

When a rip current threatened her nephew at Wrightsville Beach, UNC Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods dived into action — only to find herself fighting for her own life. Rescued and revived after cardiac arrest, she now faces a lengthy recovery, with Cherie Lea taking the helm of the team.

UNC Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods was caught in a rip current while rescuing her nephew at Wrightsville Beach, lost consciousness, was revived by paramedics, and is now recovering at home.
UNCW women's basketball coach Nicole Woods was caught in a rip current while saving her nephew at Wrightsville Beach. After a dramatic rescue and medical intervention, she has recovered at home and is using her story to warn swimmers of the unseen risks.

UNCW women's basketball coach Nicole Woods nearly lost her life while saving her nephew at Wrightsville Beach. After a harrowing rescue and revival with an AED, she is now recuperating at home, while associate head coach Cherie Lea steps in to lead the program.

A routine family outing turned into a life‑saving mission when Coach Nicole Woods rescued her nephew from the surf, only to face a cardiac arrest that tested the limits of emergency response.

University of North Carolina Wilmington coach Nicole Woods nearly drowned while rescuing her nephew from a rip current at Wrightsville Beach. After weeks of intensive care, she emerged without cognitive damage and is now using her story to warn beachgoers.
A routine family outing turned into a life‑saving mission when UNCW women's basketball coach Nicole Woods rescued her nephew from a rip current, only to be revived by emergency responders using an AED.

University of North Carolina Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods nearly drowned while saving her 8‑year‑old nephew from a rip current at Wrightsville Beach. Her story, marked by a miraculous rescue and a clean bill of health, now serves as a public safety message.

University of North Carolina Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods nearly drowned while rescuing her nephew from a rip current. Her survival, aided by swift emergency response, has become a rallying call for water safety.

A tragic incident at Wrightsville Beach has left coach Nicole Woods fighting for her life after a rescue attempt claimed her nephew's life, prompting a citywide conversation about beach safety and inspiring an outpouring of community support.

University of North Carolina Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods nearly drowned while saving her nephew from a rip current, yet emerged unscathed and is now using her experience to warn others.