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Apr 02 2026SPORTS

FSU’s Baseball Team Faces Big Challenge Without Their Top Hitter

Florida State University’s baseball team just lost their star first baseman, Myles Bailey, for the season after a serious ankle injury during a game against Duke. Bailey was having an incredible year, smashing 13 home runs and driving in 33 runs with a batting average of . 363. Without him, the Semi

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Apr 01 2026SPORTS

Arkansas Outfielder Ruiz Faces a Month‑Long Knee Break

Damian Ruiz, the Arkansas baseball team’s key left fielder, will be sidelined for roughly a month after hurting his left knee during a recent game. The injury happened when he leapt for a home‑run ball, and an MRI revealed damage to his patellar tendon rather than a complete tear. Coach Dave Van Hor

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Apr 01 2026SPORTS

Phillies’ New Hope: Andrew Painter’s Journey to the Big Leagues

Andrew Painter, a 23‑year‑old pitcher from Pompano Beach, Florida, is set to make his MLB debut for the Philadelphia Phillies. He has spent most of his life on the mound, starting in high school at Calvary Christian Academy. His performance there earned him a spot on the USA Baseball 15U National Te

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

High‑School Sports Highlights: Wins, Home Runs and Goal‑Scoring Storms

Bella Pires lit up the scoreboard for Weymouth High, hitting a home run, a double and drawing two walks while driving in five runs. Her performance helped the Wildcats defeat Pembroke with a final score of 18‑8 on March 30. Jillian Ondrick and Abby Reed also shone for the Wildcats, each collectin

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

Watching Braves Games in South Carolina Just Got Easier

Baseball fans in South Carolina have a great way to catch the Atlanta Braves this season without paying for cable. Thanks to a deal between the team and Gray Media, 25 regular-season games will air for free on local stations like Palmetto Sports & Entertainment and WIS. No subscription needed—just a

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Mar 30 2026SPORTS

World Cup Showdown: Bosnia and Italy battle for history

Bosnia and Herzegovina is gearing up to face Italy in a high-stakes match that could decide who advances to soccer's biggest stage—the 2026 World Cup. While Italy is widely seen as the stronger team, Bosnia isn’t backing down. The Balkan side just pulled off a surprising win against Wales, proving t

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Mar 30 2026SPORTS

UConn marches past Notre Dame to stay undefeated and reach Final Four

Connecticut entered the game as the heavy favorite, but Notre Dame showed up ready to scrap for every possession. The Fighting Irish, ranked sixth, gave the top-seeded Huskies their toughest fight in the regional final, even if the final score doesn’t tell the full story. UConn still dominated with

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Mar 29 2026SPORTS

Bennett Stirtz: From Small‑Town Courts to College Stardom

Bennett Stirtz grew up in Liberty, Missouri, a place where basketball relies on hard work and steady practice. Born in 2003, he spent his early years learning the game under the watchful eye of his father, who coached him at Liberty High School. By senior year he was a standout, averaging over 18 po

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Mar 29 2026SPORTS

Father‑Son Pass Turns Into a Moment of Legacy

In the middle of a Lakers win over the Nets, a play that could have been ordinary turned into history. LeBron James passed the ball to his son Bronny, and in a flash of teamwork the younger player shot a three‑pointer that swished through the net. The act was more than an assist on the score sheet;

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Mar 29 2026SPORTS

Duke’s Last‑Second Shot, Notre Dame’s Upset and Other Shockers in the Sweet 16

In Fort Worth and Sacramento, the women’s NCAA tournament cut its field in half after a night of big losses and dramatic finishes. The most talked‑about moment was when Duke’s Ashlon Jackson hit a 3‑pointer as the buzzer sounded, beating LSU 87‑85 and sending Duke to the Elite Eight for a second str

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