COACHING

Apr 14 2026SPORTS

Patriots' Draft Prep Continues with Vrabel in the Mix

The New England Patriots are moving full steam ahead with their draft preparations, and head coach Mike Vrabel remains a key player in those discussions. Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf recently spoke to the media about Vrabel’s role, downplaying any concerns and calling the

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Apr 12 2026OPINION

Coach Staley shows how leadership works under pressure

Dawn Staley spent years building a program that runs on respect and steady focus. When a rival coach challenged her in front of millions, she could have reacted with anger or theatrics. Instead, she made three short statements that cut through the noise. She asked for specifics, refused to let the i

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Apr 11 2026SPORTS

A Coach’s Journey From Loss to Helping Others

Ryan Day grew up with a quiet secret. When he was nine, his father ended his own life in front of him and his brothers. The family kept the pain hidden for many years because talking about mental illness was hard to do back then. Years later, Ryan became the head coach of Ohio State football.

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Apr 10 2026SPORTS

When Softball Dreams Turn Sour

Two former softball players, Kylie Bennett and Cassidy Blackwell, say their love for the game was crushed by their coach, Angie Nicholson, and her husband Rick. They played under the couple at different schools years apart, but their stories share the same dark theme. Bennett played for Nicholson a

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Apr 01 2026POLITICS

Supreme Court Says Colorado’s Ban on “Conversion Therapy” Is Unlawful

The highest court in the land rejected a Colorado law that barred mental‑health professionals from attempting to change someone’s sexual orientation or gender identity. In an 8‑to‑1 decision, the justices held that the ban was a form of viewpoint‑based speech restriction and therefore subject to str

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Mar 31 2026BUSINESS

Helping Small Businesses Grow: JPMorgan’s New Plan

JPMorgan Chase has rolled out a new program aimed at boosting small businesses across the United States. The initiative focuses on giving these companies more money, better advice, and extra services to help them expand. The bank’s chief of business banking says it wants to lift the number of small

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Mar 30 2026HEALTH

Easy ways to sleep better and wake up refreshed

Sleep problems often come from trying too hard to get perfect rest. Many people chase sleep routines that feel too rigid or complicated. Instead of focusing on endless tricks, small daily habits can make a bigger difference. For example, eating dinner earlier gives your body time to digest before be

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Mar 25 2026SPORTS

High‑School Sports: A Coach’s View on Growth, Health and Fun

In Anchorage, three veteran coaches from the city’s oldest high schools share a common belief: sports in school are more than games; they shape young people’s lives. They have spent decades on the sidelines, watching kids learn resilience, teamwork and how to handle failure. Their stories show

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Mar 24 2026SPORTS

Building a Winning Culture at Florida

Tammi Reiss stepped onto the campus stage and first thanked a wide circle of mentors, from university leaders to her elementary teacher. Her gratitude highlighted that she believes strong relationships are the key to success on and off the court. The athletic director praised her as a proven winn

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Mar 24 2026SPORTS

Coach with Iowa roots leads Hawkeyes to tournament upsets

Ben McCollum wasn’t born under a lucky star. He grew up in Storm Lake, Iowa—a small town where basketball isn’t just a sport; it’s a way of life. At 43, he’s the same age many players are when they retire, but he’s leading a team of underdogs to victories most didn’t see coming. His Iowa Hawkeyes kn

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