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The American Soccer Club New York Fighting Tomcats look back on a historic 2026 campaign that delivered playoff success, a landmark venue, and ambitious youth initiatives, setting the stage for continued growth in 2027.
Pat Grecco, CEO of the College‑Bound Athlete Scholarship Service, outlines the three funding streams available to student‑athletes and stresses the growing importance of academic performance in securing scholarships.
FIFA plans to monetize the World Cup by selling minority stakes to private investors, sparking a fierce response from UEFA and raising questions about governance and transparency.
From a $2.8 million profit in 1982 to an expected $11‑12 billion from the 2026 World Cup, FIFA's financial trajectory reflects the sport's expanding commercial power.
After a brief stint at the Italian Football Federation, Paolo Maldini and Leonardo resigned following a blocked appointment of Andrea Pirlo, a saga that highlights the federation’s recent instability and missed World Cup qualifications.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino addressed a wave of criticism aimed at his leadership and the recent World Cup, framing the backlash as a manifestation of hate rather than legitimate concern.
Denis Bouanga’s two goals and an assist lead LAFC to a 4‑0 victory, earning him his sixth MLS Player of the Matchday award and pushing his career total to 75 goals.
The Jayhawks are leveraging the community buzz from the Algerian team's World Cup stay, returning key players, and embracing new innovations to build on a strong foundation.
Veteran reporter Michael Lewis recounts a career that spans eight World Cup venues, fourteen finals, seven Olympics and a host of iconic matches, while preparing for the Argentina‑Spain final in East Rutherford.
Ron Eden, longtime head coach of Brentwood High School boys soccer, passed away after a battle with illness. He was close to breaking the county win record, led his teams to four state championships, and was named United Soccer Coaches national coach of the year in 2024.
Michael Lewis recounts the scramble to reach the press box at MetLife Stadium for the World Cup final, weaving in memories of past games and the camaraderie of fellow reporters.
Klopp's appointment follows Julian Nagelsmann's departure, a $1.14 million charity donation, and a series of matches slated for Leipzig, as he embraces a new challenge with a recharged outlook.
The American Soccer Club New York Fighting Tomcats saw their inaugural playoff run end in a 5-4 penalty shootout loss to New Haven United FC, capping a season that delivered a first postseason victory.
JP Dellacamera announced his last World Cup game, a milestone in a career that spans 18 tournaments and a recent induction into the National Soccer Hall of Fame.
The Valley Baseball League rallied from an early deficit to defeat the Cal Ripken Sr. Collegiate Baseball League 12‑3 in the 2026 Interleague All‑Star Game, ending a fifteen‑year hiatus and celebrating a resurgence of summer collegiate baseball.
A seasoned sportswriter reflects on nine World Cups, from dinner with Yahoo and ESPN colleagues to a breakthrough feature on Erling Haaland and the historic debut of Long Island defender Joe Scally.
The recent World Cup has reignited interest in soccer among American children, prompting experts to watch how many will become lifelong fans.
The World Cup is turning early childhood play into a potential lifelong passion, reshaping soccer's place in U.S. culture and opening new routes for women's and professional soccer.
The World Cup is sparking renewed interest in youth soccer across the United States, a trend that could reshape the nation's sporting landscape and create lifelong fans.
The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup is sparking unprecedented interest in soccer among U.S. youth, with experts watching to see if the momentum will translate into lifelong fandom and broader cultural impact.
From its modest start in 1989 to a rapid expansion and eventual shutdown, Apex One’s unconventional college‑football apparel sparked controversy, comfort complaints, and a collector’s market that still thrives today.
Amari Barrett, a three‑star shooting guard from Millwood, Oklahoma, has officially committed to Texas Tech University’s 2026 basketball class after reopening his recruitment following a coaching change at his former pledge school.
Three‑star recruit Amari Barrett, a top‑50 shooting guard in the 2026 class, flips his verbal pledge from Ball State to Texas Tech after a staff overhaul, bringing his 17‑point, 10‑rebound senior season to the Red Raiders.
Amari Barrett, a 6‑foot‑4 senior wing from Oklahoma City, flips his commitment from Ball State to Texas Tech, citing coaching continuity and a chance to compete in the Big 12.