Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Matt Johnson across Nascar, Baseball, Basketball.
Shane van Gisbergen won the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Sonoma Raceway, with Connor Zilisch finishing second. Detailed results and stage points are provided for the Pit Boss/FoodMaxx 250 event.
From Mason Franklin’s .407 average to Steve Schwartz’s .429 batting mark, this season’s statistical leaders illustrate the depth of talent across Section IX.
NASCAR’s Truck Series returned to the challenging San Diego Street Course for the Navy 250, where a late‑stage battle saw Layne Riggs take the checkered flag after overtaking Tyler Reif, while the event was defined by extensive carnage and a packed field of competitors.
Tyler Reddick still tops the Cup Series standings, but Denny Hamlin's recent surge has narrowed the gap, setting up a fierce chase for the playoff cutoff.
A series of weather‑related postponements have reshaped the 2026 Cup calendar, with the Pocono 400 moved forward and extra travel time granted to teams heading to Southern California.
Veteran driver Denny Hamlin plans to retire after the 2027 season, but uncertainty remains as Joe Gibbs Racing eyes 18‑year‑old Brent Crews for the No. 11 seat.
NASCAR’s recent decision to drop Kyle Busch from the standings after his passing has drawn both praise and criticism, highlighting the delicate balance between commemoration and competitive record.
At 27, Smith is 20th in points with five top‑10 finishes and 59 laps led, positioning him as a coveted talent for elite teams.
The Burlington Free Press has honored a dozen Vermont boys basketball standouts whose careers left an indelible mark on the Green Mountain State, from early pioneers to modern trailblazers.
Kyle Busch's winless streak persists, and despite interest from rival teams, Richard Childress Racing must weigh whether to retain the veteran or turn to emerging talent like Jesse Love.