The Athens Banner‑Herald has been recognized by the Associated Press Sports Editors for its excellence in sports journalism during 2025. The paper belongs to Division D, the fourth level of the competition that sorts entries by overall print and digital readership. Among its standout contributors i
Small newspapers keep the pulse of their communities alive by covering local athletes before they become national stars. A few years ago, a young player from Virginia Beach talked about a childhood race he lost to his mom and vowed never to compete again, yet the next year he led a high‑school footb
Neil Best, a well-known name in sports journalism, has decided to retire after an impressive 50-year career. His last day at Newsday, where he has worked since the early 1970s, will be this Wednesday. Best shared his decision on social media, saying he is stepping away from daily journalism and his
Duncan Davitt has a unique double life. By day, he's a minor league baseball player. By night, he's a sports reporter. This 26-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Chicago White Sox also covers high school sports for his parents' newspaper, the Indianola Independent Advocate. Davitt's journey star
Ken Kraemer, a name not often seen in print, was a backbone of the Detroit Free Press sports section for over 40 years. Born in 1936, he spent his entire career in Detroit, starting as a copy boy and eventually becoming a key figure in the sports department. Kraemer's work was crucial in ensuring th
During a recent college football game, a group of fans decided to have a little too much fun. Olivia Cleary, a sports reporter from Oregon, was in the middle of her live report when things took a turn. The game was between Oregon State University and Lafayette University, and the fans seemed more in
In the early 1960s, a young person started their first job in the newspaper world. This was not just any job; it was delivering the Minneapolis Tribune in Watertown, South Dakota. The role involved taking the newspaper to various local businesses and apartments. The Tribune was a significant newspap
The Sports Edition puzzle has made a splash. It's all about basketball, and it's not your typical word game. Instead of full words, players get letters and numbers. It's a twist that's caught many off guard, especially with Game 7 of the NBA playoffs in full swing. This puzzle isn't new. It started
The Sports Edition of Connections has made a big splash. It started as a test run but has now become a regular feature. It's not just about guessing words anymore. It's about understanding sports terms and history. The puzzle has four categories, each with its own color and difficulty level. The yel
A popular sports talk show bid farewell after a long run. The host, Tony Reali, started the final episode with a playful nod to a famous movie. He took viewers on a tour of the studio, showing off the control room and backstage areas. Family and crew members waved goodbye as the iconic song "Then He
