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‘The Greatest Heist’: Mike Tirico’s Super Bowl-sized decision that transformed sports TV
NBC's top on-air talent will be pulling unprecedented double-duty this week, calling the Super Bowl, then hosting the Winter Olympics.
Anchorage parents, students react to potential sports cuts amid ASD budget snag
Anchorage School District superintendent Dr. Jharrett Bryantt’s announcement Friday about its impending $90 million deficit included a myriad of proposed cuts - many of which are athletics.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Feb. 1, 2026, puzzle No. 496
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Tigers Drop Close Section Battle To Rams
By: Jared Barton The North Allegheny girls’ basketball team hosted Pine-Richland for a section clash Saturday night from UPMC Court. Despite a back-and-forth battle, the Rams prevailed with a 33-30 win. The first half was a low-scoring affair, as senior Maddie Williams hit a triple for the Tigers, giving NA a brief 3-2 lead. Pine-Richland… More »
Watsonville’s Guillen records five goals in trounce over King City
Watsonville senior forward Diego Guillen notched five goals in the Wildcatz's 7-2 thumping win over King City in Pacific Coast Athletic League Mission Division boys soccer action Friday evening.
Who did Rams land in The Athletic’s mock draft?
Rams have two first round picks. Who did select in this mock draft?
Yankees' Paul Goldschmidt rumors get new update from The Athletic
Goldy remains a free agent.
UK Sports Network Coverage of Kentucky Women’s Basketball at Arkansas
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Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz’s Australian Open final and the weight of tennis history
Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic are pursuing sporting greatness of different kinds in Melbourne.
College Sports Commission opens first public investigation, targets LSU for NIL reporting
The College Sports Commission is investigating whether an LSU staffer failed to report one or more NIL deals.
New OU athletics director committed to pursuing entertainment district in Norman
Incoming University of Oklahoma Athletic Director Roger Denny reaffirmed the university’s commitment to building an entertainment district in University North Park during an introductory press conference Wednesday.
150-acre sports complex delayed after outcry from Wisconsin residents
After listening for hours of residents' opposition to the plan, the Big Bend Plan Commission tabled action on The Breck. It could still return.
Interim tag removed, Jordan Skolnick named Delaware athletic director
Skolnick has been part of Blue Hens' athletic staff since 2016 move from Michigan
901Women and Tiger Women’s Athletics to Celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day - University of Memphis Athletics
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Athletic Department and 901Women will celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day with its women's programs and staff membe...
Alabama Athletics Kicks Off National Girls and Women in Sports Celebration with CTF Campaign
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama Athletics Department will celebrate the 40 th annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day with a recognition t...
USA women’s hockey player Britta Curl-Salemme partners with group against trans women in sports
Curl-Salemme's latest collaboration with FIERCE Athlete has been liked by teammates on the U.S. national team and PWHL's Minnesota Frost.
Brad Treliving defends Maple Leafs’ approach to sports science
The GM responded to criticism over the vacant director of performance role, saying the Leafs have more staff working hands-on with players.
‘We’ll stay in the fight’: New OU athletic director committed to Rock Creek Entertainment District
The hiring of Roger Denny as OU’s next athletic director may signal the university’s plans to prioritize the advancement of the Rock Creek entertainment district.
Thom Browne Is the King of the Sports-Fashion Crossover
From dressing LeBron and Serena to hosting an annual football game, few designers are as tapped in to the world of athletics as the shrunken-suit OG.
Hear possible options for watching Tigers after FanDuel Sports Network
On "Days of Roar," The Athletic senior writer Evan Drellich details the struggles of regional sports networks and the impact on Detroit Tigers fans.
SEC survey results: Fans on the state of the conference, Indiana and the future of the sport
By and large, SEC football fans are humbled. However, they’re not in a panic, based on the results of a reader survey by The Athletic.
This Week in Sports Trivia: January 29, 2026
How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.
CU Athletics Announces Partnership with Sports Business Ventures to Launch 1:1 Sports Executive Mentorship Program - University of Colorado Athletics
The Scripps Student-Athlete Leadership and Career Development program is excited to announce a new partnership with Sports Business Ventures (SBV) to launch ...
CU Athletics Announces Partnership with Sports Business Ventures to Launch 1:1 Sports Executive Mentorship Program - University of Colorado Athletics
The Scripps Student-Athlete Leadership and Career Development program is excited to announce a new partnership with Sports Business Ventures (SBV) to launch ...
How widespread sports betting affects NFL players: ‘People have said they’d kill me’
We asked NFL players about their interactions with sports bettors and fantasy players — and whether they participate themselves.
ACU Sports Podcast: Wildcat Annual Fund Director Anthony Egbo
Anthony Egbo, former ACU football player and current director of the Wildcat Annual Fund, talks about ACU Athletics' unique approach to philanthropy, what to expect for ACU Gives, and shares stories of how ACU has impacted student-athletes' lives even if they are only a Wildcat for a year or two.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 29, 2026, puzzle No. 493
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Health officials report new measles exposure in Mesa
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health says there was an exposure at the Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa on Jan. 23 and Jan. 24.
Editorial: Keep judges and politicians out of college sports
With the NCAA increasingly losing control of collegiate athletics, there's little distinction between the pro leagues and college teams.
Online Gambling Corrupts Sports—And Americans, Too
The legalization of sports betting, especially at the college level, is a corruption not only of athletics and of education but of American society in general.
Pulaski County Sports and Entertainment unveils new logo for Sportsplex
Pulaski County Sports and Entertainment unveiled a new logo on Wednesday for the Pulaski County Sportsplex, a transformative new indoor sports complex that will serve as a premier destination for athletic competition.
Pulaski County Sports & Entertainment Unveils Official Sportsplex Logo
New Facility Designed to Serve the Community and Welcome the World Pulaski County, Virginia – Pulaski County Sports & Entertainment is proud to unveil the official logo for the Pulaski County Sportsplex, a transformative new indoor sports complex that will serve as a premier destination for athletic competition while providing a year-round recreational asset for […]
The five biggest sports-business storylines heading into Super Bowl LX: MoneyCall
The latest edition of The Athletic's free weekly sports-business newsletter.
The five biggest sports-business storylines heading into Super Bowl LX: MoneyCall
The latest edition of The Athletic's free weekly sports-business newsletter.
The unique sports collectibles that landed The Realest a $12 million investment round
The sports world is taking notice of The Realest's efforts to expand the definition of collectibles.
Do college sports actually want rules? How high should Indiana be ranked? Mandel’s Mailbag
Plus, why the SEC and Big Ten control the CFP, what coaching hires were actually downgrades and Deion Sanders' future at Colorado.
Football Announces New Sports Performance Staff Hires - University of Tennessee Athletics
Tennessee football has finalized its sports performance staff with the addition of six new hires under the direction of Derek Owings , head coach Josh Heupel...
Inside the minds of two US Olympians — and how they achieve greatness
U.S. Olympians Erin Jackson and Alysa Liu demonstrate how different personality traits and cognitive styles can lead to elite athletic success.
Inside new NIL policy for Michigan high school athletes from MHSAA
The Michigan High School Athletic Association expanded personal branding opportunities for high school athletes to profit off their own NIL on Jan. 27
MIAC celebrates fall sport student-athletes with Academic All-Conference distinction
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. – Student-athletes in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) continue to achieve in both athletics and the classroom.
Sporting CP’s Rui Borges: From amateur coaching to replacing Amorim and beating PSG
The Sporting coach is on the brink of taking the club to the Champions League quarter-finals - it has been a rapid rise for the 44-year-old
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 28, 2026, puzzle No. 492
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NAU AD Farkas resigns to focus on health, family
Uri Farkas resigned as Northern Arizona's athletic director on Tuesday, saying he wanted to focus on his "physical and mental health, as well as the overall well-being of my family."
Max Scherzer Predicted To Surprisingly Land With New AL Team
Max Scherzer’s free agency could extend into the season, per reports, as teams weigh his veteran presence against durability concerns. Bleacher Report’s Zachary D. Rymer pointed to the Kansas City Royals as a compelling surprise option. “According to Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic, the latest on Max Scherzer is that he could […]
POLL: Do you think Name-Image-Likeness (NIL) rights belong in high school sports?
We want to hear from our viewers for our UpNorthLive Unscripted show on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. on ABC 29&8.The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) h
Caitlin Clark joining NBC Sports for its new Sunday night NBA pregame show
Clark's crossover appeal will be on display for a national NBA audience.
Michigan High School Athletic Association approves athlete NIL deals
The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) approved new bylaws allowing athletes to profit off their name, image and likeness immediately.
Who voted to split public and private high school school sports? What to know about AHSAA’s Central Board
The Alabama High School Athletic Association’s Central Board voted 13-2 to approve a landmark decision that will split public and private schools in championship play.
Parking information for Penn State Athletics Winter Sports Weekend
Penn State Transportation Services has released parking details for all Penn State Athletics Winter Sports Weekend events scheduled for Friday, Jan. 30 through Sunday, Feb. 1. Fans attending games throughout the weekend should review the information below to plan their visit.
Oakland Comes to the Gates Sports Center on Wednesday - Purdue Fort Wayne Athletics
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Purdue Fort Wayne welcomes Oakland to campus on Wednesday. The 'Dons have a 9-1 record at home this season and have won five straight game...
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 27, 2026, puzzle No. 491
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Dodgers have 7 prospects in The Athletic top 100
It’s prospect-ranking season, with both Baseball America and MLB Pipeline unveiling top-100 lists last week. On Monday, Keith Law at The Athletic revealed his annual preseason ranking of the top 100 prospects in baseball. Seven Dodgers made this list, their most prolific showing yet among these groups. Just like at BA and MLB, four outfielders […]
White House event with Trump, sports commissioners is delayed by snow: Sources
The event was expected to involve a presentation of the administration's plans to use sports to help mark America's 250th birthday.
Herd Hospitality and Entertainment launched in effort to create additional revenue streams for Marshall athletics
Marshall officials are looking for enhanced opportunities to utilize athletic venues for an array of experiences, including concerts, weddings, meetings and other special events.
Two promising young offensive coordinator candidates say no to the Eagles
Two highly regarded candidates for the Eagles’ offensive coordinator vacancy have withdrawn from consideration, the Athletic reported Monday.
Third Annual Washtenaw County Celebration of Girls and Women in Sports - Eastern Michigan University Athletics
The George Gervin GameAbove Center will serve as a gathering place for sport, learning, and connection on Saturday, Jan. 31. Eastern Michigan University will...
Learfield Appoints Sal Miliotto as General Manager of Murray State Sports Properties - Murray State University Athletics
Learfield, the exclusive multimedia rightsholder for Murray State Athletics, today announced Sal Miliotto as the General Manager of its locally based team, M...
Olympic Sports Coaches Show Set for February - West Virginia University Athletics
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – The Mountaineer Sports Network from Learfield has announced the February schedule for its popular WVU Olympic Sports Coaches Show live fr...
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 25, 2026, puzzle No. 489
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Hendrick Motorsports pit coaches, crew members laud new athletic facility, Atrium Health partnership
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Australian Open recap: Stan Wawrinka waves goodbye with aplomb on scorching Day 7
Wawrinka, 40, may have lost to Taylor Fritz but showed what a Grand Slam farewell can be.
SCSU Athletics & Recreation To Host National Girls & Women In Sports Day On Saturday, Feb. 21
NEW HAVEN, Conn. - Southern Connecticut State University Athletics has announced that the 2026 National Girls and Women in Sports Day will be held on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026 at James Moore Field House. Registration for the event will begin at 8:30 a.m. at James Moore Field House. Participants will then take part in a variety of sports at clinic stations from 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Each child in attendance will receive a free t-shirt and lunch. This year's event is supported by Official Sponsor Connecticut Orthopaedics.
AHSAA announces public, private school football split: Here’s what’s happening next year
The AHSAA's Central Board of Control voted today to separate public and private schools in athletics for the first time in the Association's 104-year history.
WA initiative to bar trans girls from school sports will likely go to voters
If approved by voters, the initiative would prohibit transgender girls in Washington from participating in girls’ K-12 school athletic programs.
Williams Named Assistant Athletic Director for Behavioral Health and Performance
Tulane's Ben Weiner Director of Athletics Chair David Harris announced on Friday that Bracely Williams, the Green Wave's Director of Clinical Behavioral Heal...
Northwestern To Celebrate National Girls & Women In Sports Day On February 5
Join Northwestern Athletics and the Northwestern University Women's Center in celebration of National Girls & Women in Sports Day (NGWSD) on Thursday, Februa...
Mickey Heinecken Selected to Vermont Sports Hall of Fame
Former Middlebury football and men's tennis coach Michael "Mickey" Heinecken has been announced as an inductee for the 2026 Vermont Sports Hall of Fame. Heinecken is part of the 10-member class set to be honored on April 25.
Australian Open recap: Osaka and Cîrstea’s handshake drama as tournament comes to life
Amid Czech players starring, tension at the net and upsets coming into play, the tournament finally found its drama.
This Week in Sports Trivia: January 22, 2026
How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.
Business builds community through decade-long support of Kennesaw State athletics
For Jay Cunningham, owner of Superior Plumbing in Kennesaw, providing sponsorship of school athletics programs is a fundamental part of building the community. The way he sees it, the gifts he and Superior Plumbing have given to Kennesaw State University for more than a decade are a key part of his business.
Marshall Athletics Launches ‘Herd Hospitality & Entertainment’
Marshall Athletics has announced the official launch of 'Herd Hospitality & Entertainment' - a newly-structured department focused on unifying revenue genera...
Marginal gains, deception and entertainment: This is why players take Panenkas
Chipping a penalty down the middle is seen as a huge risk — great when it works, disastrous when it doesn't. But it's not quite that simple
Updates presented on Jonesboro sports complex
Officials provided updates on the construction of the upcoming Ridge Athletics Center during Tuesday's city council meeting.
The Athletic: Bill Kennedy, Robin Roberts, Jason Collins highlight LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame inductees
Veteran NBA referee Bill Kennedy will join the Hall of Fame, and former NBA player Jason Collins will receive the Glenn Burke Award.
Commissioners of NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB to meet with Trump over America 250 plans
Roger Goodell, Adam Silver and others are set to be in attendance as the latest plans for America's semiquincentennial are unveiled.
Finally, fans get what feels like a sports TV bargain: MoneyCall
The latest sports-business newsletter from The Athletic.
Bill Kennedy, Robin Roberts, Jason Collins highlight LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame inductees
The LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 Hall of Fame class of, four of whom have basketball ties.
2025 Fall Sports Recap E-Publication
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Shaka Smart named to The Athletic’s most admired people in sports
Shaka Smart, men’s basketball head coach, was named to The Athletic’s list of top 40 most admired people in sports.
Australian Open recap: As first round ends, record crowds ask questions of fan experience
Melbourne Park has been buzzing since the start of the tournament, but full courts lead to fans waiting to see what they came for.
Flag football voted as NCAA Emerging Sport
Flag football has been added to the NCAA Emerging Sports for Women program after a vote from all three divisions at the NCAA Convention last week, bolstering SRU's announcement last semester to add the sport as a varsity offering in 2027-28.
National Girls and Women in Sports Day Camp Set for Feb. 8 - University of Oregon Athletics
UO, WIF to host kids camp at Matthew Knight Arena.
National Champion Derek Owings Named Director of Football Sports Performance - University of Tennessee Athletics
Derek Owings , who oversaw the strength and conditioning program during Indiana's rise to the pinnacle of college football, has been named Tennessee's new di...
Ukrainian tennis player asks sporting world to ‘protect children and women’ at Australian Open
Oleksandra Oliynykova used her news conference after defeat to Madison Keys to speak about Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Oakland University Athletics to Host National Girls & Women in Sports Day Youth Clinic
ROCHESTER, Mich. - Oakland University Athletics will celebrate National Girls & Women in Sports Day by hosting a free youth clinic for girls ages 12 and under on Saturday, January 31, 2026. The event is designed to inspire and empower young athletes while highlighting the impact of women in sports at Oakland University.
Athletics Internship Provides Data Science Junior Valuable Hands-On Experience
Yash Ghadge is one of three interns in Toledo Athletics’ new Data Science Internship Program, launched in collaboration with the School of Interdisciplinary Data Science.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 20, 2026, puzzle No. 484
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Indiana completes one of sport’s most astonishing turnarounds with first national title
Indiana wins the national championship and breaks college football in the process.
Jimmy Butler takes No. 2 spot in updated most unflattering sports card rankings
A puzzling new patch jumps high up our rankings of memorably bad sports cards.
Micaletti earns L.P. Hill Unity in Sports Award
Slippery Rock women's basketball coach Ryenn Micaletti was announced Monday as a member of the inaugural class of winners for the L.P. Hill Unity in Sports Award presented by the PSAC.
PSAC announces inaugural L.P. Hill Unity in Sports Award honorees
LOCK HAVEN, Pa. – The Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference announced its inaugural class of L.P. Hill Unity in Sports Award honorees for the 2025-26 season. The award recognizes the contributions of an individual or group on each member campus that, through intercollegiate athletics, epitomizes the promise of Unity, Equity, and Access For All.
Miranda Fisher among inaugural recipients of L.P. Hill Unity in Sports Award
Shippensburg University Assistant Director of Sports Medicine Miranda Fisher is among the inaugural recipients of the L.P. Hill Unity in Sports Award announced Monday by the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC).
Australian Open Day 2 recap: Alex Eala’s tennis fandom and court assignment quandaries
The Filipino star is creating questions over the balance between ranking and popularity when it comes to court assignments.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Jan. 19, 2026, puzzle No. 483
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Indiana coach Curt Cignetti’s plan: ‘You don’t go to war with warm milk and cookies’
In two seasons under Cignetti, the Hoosiers are 26-2 in one of the great turnarounds in sports history.
Atrium Health, Hendrick Motorsports launch partnership to drive performance and wellness - Jayski's NASCAR Silly Season Site
Atrium Health has partnered with Hendrick Motorsports in an innovative partnership that includes naming rights to the new 35,000-square-foot Atrium Health Motorsports Athletic Center.
Newcastle United Reportedly Settle on Site for New Training Ground
Newcastle United have identified the site for a new training ground and are targeting progress on the project in 2026, according to a report by The Athletic’s Chris Waugh. Waugh reported that Newcastle “have identified the site for their new state-of-the-art training ground” and are aiming to make “substantive progress” on the major infrastructure project […]
‘United with GRIT’ to bring adaptive sports to Minot high schools
Prairie Grit is launching a series called United with GRIT where they will pair high school athletics with adaptive sports. The series will kick off at the Minot United hockey game on January 29.
UK Sports Network Coverage of Kentucky Women’s Basketball at Mississippi State
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Women's Basketball Falls To No. 22 Shenandoah On The Road
The University of Lynchburg women's basketball team took its talents on the road to square off against nationally-ranked Shenandoah and was defeated, 72-51, on Saturday afternoon at the James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics & Events Center.