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Prep softball: Lady Dees suffer first loss
WASHINGTON — If it had to happen, better it happen on Saturday than in the weeks to come. Third-ranked (3A) Albia, the only Iowa high school softball team in the state that entere…
Halls assistant softball coach Dedra Johnson dies
Halls assistant softball coach Dedra Johnson died, according to the team's social media account.
Prep baseball: Mohawks rolling into postseason
MORAVIA — Pitching depth is worth its weight in gold for Iowa High School baseball teams when the postseason arrives. The Moravia Mohawks may be sitting on a gold mine. With over …
Dave Portnoy reveals what led Pat McAfee to leave Barstool
Pat McAfee left Barstool Sports back in 2018 after about an 18-month stint. Since then he has gone on to great success and is arguably ESPN’s most important talent. Don’t believe …
Four Players Who Could Stop Eagles’ Defense From Being Elite in 2026
There is a lot to like about the Philadelphia Eagles for the 2026 NFL season, but there is reason to worry as well.
Lebanon's Brazil fans celebrate a World Cup Round of 32 win, in photos
Children wearing yellow jerseys played soccer in the streets, while cafés and public squares filled with supporters draped in green and yellow, reflecting a passion for Brazil tha…
Lakers Linked To Underrated Free Agent Veteran Sharpshooter
The Los Angeles Lakers have been linked to free agent Gary Trent as a potential option to improve their outside shooting. General Manager Rob Pelinka must find some under the rada…
Prep baseball: Panthers look to move forward heading into postseason
PEKIN — It felt like deja-vu for the Pekin baseball team earlier this month. The Panthers were exiting the dugout after a thrilling battle with conference rival Hillcrest Academy.…
Could Nursulton Ruziboev be headed to UFC 330 in Philly after Baku win?
Nursulton Ruziboev left Baku with a brilliant submission win. Might he fight in his former home base at UFC 330 in August?
Little League baseball: Ottumwa moves within one win of state finals
OTTUMWA — At first, Christian McElroy thought it would be a routine pop up to the infield. In a matter of seconds, it became a play that might lead to one of the biggest achieveme…
World Cup 2026: Germany coach slams disallowed goal as ‘a joke,’ says ‘it was not a real foul’
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann is not pleased with FIFA’s officiating following his team’s elimination from the 2026 World Cup.
Michael Kay rips Yankees’ Jazz Chisholm: ‘Really bad look’
Chisholm did meet with the media post-game to discuss the ejection, which prompted Michael Kay to call it a “really bad look."
Phillies Can’t Ignore Aaron Nola’s Continued Rotation Struggles vs. Pirates
Aaron Nola squandered a 5-0 lead as his difficult 2026 season reached another low point against the Pittsburgh Pirates. When Nola made this start, he moved into sole possession of…
Esmerlyn Valdez providing Pirates with progressive offensive spark
Pittsburgh's rookie outfielder became the first in franchise history to club a homer in four straight MLB games.
World Cup takeaways from Paraguay’s heart-stopping, controversial upset of Germany
Paraguay upset Germany in a tense, controversial classic at Gillette Stadium.
Independent Doctor Expects Red Sox Marcelo Mayer To 'Easily Miss A Month'
Marcelo Mayer suffered a stress fracture.
Knicks keep one bench player, but ‘can’t possibly’ retain another if they’re going to avoid 2nd apron
The Knicks have traded away a slew of draft picks in the recent NBA Draft to save money for their own free agents like Robinson.
Paraguay’s Mauricio sends strong message to the doubters after massive World Cup upset
Paraguay midfielder Mauricio has heard all the talk before their World Cup Round of 32 match against Germany, saying that the national team’s doubters lit a fire under their belli…
Gündogan takes aim at disallowed Tah goal: "What the hell was that VAR decision?"
In the aftermath of Germany's heart-breaking 2026 World Cup exit on penalties at the hands of Paraguay, former stars have started to digest the unsatisfactory result. One such…
Two incoming Spartans to be featured at Calgary Flames dev camp
Two of the Calgary Flames first round picks the last couple of years are Spartans, and both are participating at dev camp.
Minnesota Vikings continue getting respect for their talent on the roster, and explanation is spot on
Despite a down season last year from the Minnesota Vikings' skill players, they are still among the best groups in the NFL.
Michigan Football Lands Big Commitment From Weston Port
A prolific California linebacker with 442 career tackles flips from UCLA to Ann Arbor, bringing elite production and five years of eligibility following a two-year overseas missio…
Germany ‘forgot to fight’ in shock World Cup defeat to Paraguay, says former international
Germany were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup after losing in the last-32 on penalties to Paraguay in Boston
Is the Germany boss for the chop? Völler on Nagelsmann's future
After such an early World Cup exit as the German national team suffered against Paraguay, the head coach naturally comes under immediate scrutiny as well. However, DFB sporting di…
Germany’s World Cup penalty shootout exit vs Paraguay ends 72-year Adidas deal
The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stages have delivered the first massive upset of the tournament. With the Round of 32 underway, three more teams have been eliminated from the 202…
Tim Ream’s ‘Sense of Calm’ Valuable for USMNT Heading Into Knockouts
IRVINE, Calif. – With the added stakes of the knockout rounds fully in place, center back Tim Ream is offering the U.S. Men’s National Team, just a couple days out from its Round …
Nadiem Amiri: Germany "very disappointed and shocked" after World Cup exit
Nadiem Amiri stepped up to convert in the penalty shootout for Germany, but it wasn't enough as Julian Nagelsmann’s side suffered a painful defeat to Paraguay in Monday’s roun…
Boys volleyball: Former Badin captain Pendergest returns to lead Rams
HAMILTON — Sean Pendergest helped build the foundation of Badin High School’s boys volleyball program as a player. Now, the 2021 graduate has been selected to lead the Rams’ next …
Kai Havertz apologizes after Germany crashes out of the World Cup
Havertz after Germany’s loss, “I'm speechless."
New Fall sports divisions announced for 2026-27 seasons by OHSAA
New divisional assignments for fall sports were unveiled by the Ohio High School Athletic Association on Thursday, June 25. The changes were made effective as of June 17. Volleyba…