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Forge Elite, a Gainesville‑based youth basketball program founded by Justin Harden and co‑owners Mackenzie Williams, Ryan Jones and Tim Sikpi, will debut its inaugural league on September 28. The group plans a multi‑court facility and emphasizes skill development, character building and community impact through faith‑centered training.
After a season that nearly collapsed, Terry Smith’s steady hand guided Penn State to a bowl victory and a renewed sense of pride among fans, alumni, and players.
The 2026 Ohio high school football season officially opens with practice on August 1, followed by scrimmages through mid‑August and the first games on August 21. New coaching assignments, rule adjustments, and divisional shifts set the stage for a competitive season, culminating in state championships in Canton in December.
A dramatic District 31 Junior baseball doubleheader saw Township clinch a 2-1 victory over Kingston/Forty Fort in the bottom of the eighth, and Back Mountain overcome a nine-run hole to win 18-12 against Wilkes-Barre.
The 2026 Class 2 All‑State Girls Soccer Team was announced, highlighting a breakout season for Nelson County and its standout athletes.
Nazareth Academy's baseball team captured its tenth sectional title in fifteen years, only to see its season end with a 2-0 defeat to St. Rita in the Class 3A Super-Sectional. Key performances from Connor McKay, Landon Thome and Jimmy O'Connor highlighted a campaign marked by youthful talent and strong coaching.
The state's top senior players will gather for All‑Star week July 20‑24, highlighted by a boys soccer match at the YMCA Soccer Complex on July 22.