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After a surprising first‑round exit, UNC appoints Michael Malone, an NBA champion, to lead the program, promising a fresh approach while honoring its storied past.
Less than five years after its MLS debut, Charlotte FC will stage the 2026 All‑Star Game, featuring standout players Ashley Westwood, Tim Ream and Pep Biel, while head coach Dean Smith highlights the city’s growing passion for soccer and the event’s fan‑focused activities.
From gratitude on the field to strategic shifts in scheduling, MLS stakeholders discuss how the recent World Cup has reshaped ambitions and plans for the sport's future in North America.
From his early days at Baker University to his influential tenure at Kansas, Forrest “Phog” Allen shaped college basketball and mentored a generation of coaches who would redefine the sport.
Charlotte FC will welcome the 2026 MLS All-Star Game, a celebration that underscores the club’s quick rise, its marquee players and the city’s vibrant fan culture.
Former Kansas coach Ted Owens, a pillar of college basketball, will be honored in 2026 alongside a distinguished group of players and mentors.
The National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame unveiled its 2026 class, spotlighting six iconic figures whose careers reshaped college basketball.
The 2026 MLS All-Star Game will feature a showdown between MLS All-Stars and LIGA MX All-Stars at Bank of America Stadium, with ticket sales opening at $72.
The 2026 MLS All-Star Game will take place on July 29 in Charlotte, N.C., showcasing top MLS talent against Liga MX stars, with tickets starting at $72 and Lionel Messi ruled out due to rest requirements.
The National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame reveals its Class of 2026, celebrating three iconic coaches and three trailblazing players who will be enshrined on October 22, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri.
The National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame announces the Class of 2026, highlighting Tubby Smith’s storied career and the ceremony set for Kansas City in October 2026.
Former Kansas head coach Ted Owens is set to join the 2026 Hall of Fame class, a tribute to his 19‑year legacy, six conference titles and lasting impact on the Jayhawks and the sport.
Former Kansas head coach Ted Owens will be honored in 2026 alongside a distinguished group of coaches, reflecting a legacy that shaped college basketball.
Former Kansas head coach Ted Owens will join an elite group of basketball legends when he is enshrined in the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame this October, a testament to his enduring impact on the game.
The 2026 MLS All-Star Game will pit MLS against LIGA MX at Charlotte FC's Bank of America Stadium, featuring a mix of World Cup talent and historic rivalry.
Connor Dale, Dom Lester and Evander will showcase Cincinnati’s growing influence at the 2026 MLS All-Star festivities, joining a host of MLS and Liga MX stars in Charlotte.
The 2026 MLS All-Star squad was revealed, featuring nine World Cup participants and selections from supporters, Charlotte FC and Commissioner Don Garber. Yet the roster omits several standout performers, sparking debate across the league.
The 2026 MLS All‑Star Game will be held on July 29 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, featuring a blend of established internationals and rising talents, with Nashville SC leading the representation.
Former Kansas head coach Ted Owens will be honored in 2026 for his remarkable career, which includes 19 seasons, a 348‑182 record and six Big Eight titles.
As MLS Matchday 18 approaches, teams battle for positioning ahead of the All-Star showcase in Charlotte, where Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul will sit out, while teenage sensation Julian Hall eyes a breakthrough.
Charlotte FC will headline the MLS All-Star Game, blending on‑field competition with community celebrations, while city leaders highlight the event’s potential economic impact and its role in expanding soccer’s footprint in the United States.
The upcoming MLS All-Star Game in Charlotte underscores the league’s evolution, its embrace of international talent, and the city’s deepening soccer identity.
Every Tuesday evening, the gym at the Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley hosts a low‑cost basketball clinic run by veteran coach Mike Graceffo, who teaches fundamentals, draws on the wisdom of legends like Michael Jordan, and aims to develop both skill and character in local youth.
Charlotte will welcome the 2026 MLS All-Star Game and associated festivities, showcasing the region’s deep soccer roots and community engagement.