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May 14 2026SPORTS

A Playful Pitch: Why Some Sports Traditions Miss the Mark

Teams that play video‑game sounds when a penalty ends and fans who sing the same pop hit at every game can feel like a joke to outsiders. In hockey, for example, the Penguins and Sabres have been heard blasting a “1‑up” chime from Super Mario whenever a player comes out of the box. The idea is to

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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Sunderland Joins the ePremier League with Team Liquid’s Gaming Stars

Team Liquid, a leading name in global esports, has teamed up with Sunderland AFC to enter the ePremier League. The partnership brings two top EA Sports FC players, Paulo Neto and Gabriel “Young” Freitas, to represent both the esports outfit and the historic football club. They will compete in the le

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

High‑School Basketball Highlights: February 16–22

Boys basketball saw a mix of solid wins and close games. Conner finished strong with 73 points over Elder’s 56, while Goshen edged Fenwick 63‑53. Calvary Christian posted a lower score against Gallatin County, but Newt­port still pulled ahead of Beechwood. Scott edged Walton‑Verona in a high‑scoring

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

USA Chooses Top Goalie for Olympic Kickoff

Team USA’s hockey squad has settled on its main netminder for the opening Olympic match against Latvia. The decision came after a solid showing at last year’s 4 Nations Face‑Off, where the goalie helped secure second place. Coach Mike Sullivan praised his pick as “elite” and expressed full confidenc

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Jan 16 2026SPORTS

Charlotte Hornets and Los Angeles Lakers: A Clash of Styles

Basketball fans are in for a treat with the upcoming game between the Charlotte Hornets and the Los Angeles Lakers. This matchup is set to take place at the Crypto. com Arena on a Thursday night. The Hornets, currently holding a 14-26 record, have been showing signs of improvement lately. They've wo

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Jan 14 2026SPORTS

A Rising Star's Journey: Ron Harper Jr. 's NBA Dreams

Basketball runs in Ron Harper Jr. 's blood. His dad, Ron Harper Sr. , was a pro, winning five NBA titles and rubbing shoulders with legends like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Growing up around the game, Harper Jr. soaked up every bit of wisdom his parents shared. His mom, Maria, taught him about h

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Jan 12 2026SPORTS

Weequahic's Comeback Victory in the Slow-Mo Showcase

Basketball fans witnessed an exciting game at the Slow-Mo Showcase in Newark. Weequahic High School's team showed their skills and determination. They beat Science Park High School with a final score of 50-41. The first half of the game was quite close. Science Park was leading 21-19 at halftime. H

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Jan 10 2026SPORTS

A Close Shave: Fenwick's Last-Second Heroics

Basketball games can be nail-biters. Fenwick's Jake Thies proved that with a buzzer-beating shot. The Friars edged out Brother Rice 35-34 in a thrilling Catholic League Blue matchup. Kayonta Williams and Tommy Thies also chipped in with points, but it was Jake's clutch performance that stole the sho

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Dec 23 2025SPORTS

Local High School Basketball Showdowns: Who Came Out on Top?

Basketball courts across the region buzzed with energy as teams battled it out on Monday, December 22. The girls' games saw some impressive performances. Kailynn Thompson from Bay Port scored a whopping 30 points, leading her team to a solid win. Meanwhile, Kaia Waldrop from Notre Dame also had a st

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

A Tight Basketball Showdown: New Mexico Edges VCU

Basketball fans witnessed a thrilling match between New Mexico and VCU. The game was intense, with both teams showing great skill and determination. New Mexico came out on top, winning 81-78. They had a strong second-half run, scoring 14 points in a row to take a nine-point lead. VCU fought back wit

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