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MAC asks for WMU to be credited with win over Michigan; NCAA clarifies rule

MAC asks for WMU to be credited with win over Michigan; NCAA clarifies rule

  • FIELD LEVEL MEDIA

The MAC filed appeals Tuesday with the NCAA and the CFP asking that Western Michigan's controversial last-second, second-chance loss to Michigan be considered a Broncos victory for ranking purposes.

Ann Arbor Controversy Sparks College Football Debate

Ann Arbor Controversy Sparks College Football Debate

  • SportsGrid

Saturday's matchup between Michigan and Western Michigan caused heated debates about integrity and controversial calls, shaking up the college football scene.

Why aren’t more kids playing sports? ESPN devotes $5M to get them back

Why aren’t more kids playing sports? ESPN devotes $5M to get them back

  • STEPHEN BORELLI USA Today

"Take Back Sports" focuses on increasing youth sports participation among 6- to 12-year-olds by improving accessibility and emphasizing fun, community engagement, quality coaching, and multisport participation.

US Open menu 2026: Food prices, Honey Deuce, caviar nuggets and more

US Open menu 2026: Food prices, Honey Deuce, caviar nuggets and more

  • Scooby Axson USA TODAY

It’s that time again. So prepare your taste buds and your wallets accordingly.

Turnovers costly as Lenoir-Rhyne football falls to West Alabama in Hickory

Turnovers costly as Lenoir-Rhyne football falls to West Alabama in Hickory

  • jason.koon

The Bears turned to ball over five times, losing two fumbles and tossing three interceptions. Two of those turnovers were run back for West Alabama touchdowns. 

Hickory Crawdads finish regular season with record surge, look forward to playoffs

Hickory Crawdads finish regular season with record surge, look forward to playoffs

  • Mark Parker Hickory Daily Record Sports Correspondent

The Hickory Crawdads tied a club record with their 15th straight win and a 2-0 victory over the Fayetteville Woodpeckers on Saturday.

Opinion: WNBA thrived despite Cathy Engelbert. She won't be missed

Opinion: WNBA thrived despite Cathy Engelbert. She won't be missed

  • NANCY ARMOUR USA Today

Cathy Engelbert’s tenure as WNBA commissioner is criticized for failing to fully capitalize on growing interest in women’s sports and iconic players.

Opinion: WNBA thrived despite Cathy Engelbert. She won't be missed

Opinion: WNBA thrived despite Cathy Engelbert. She won't be missed

    Cathy Engelbert’s tenure as WNBA commissioner is criticized for failing to fully capitalize on growing interest in women’s sports and iconic players.

    NFL puts global event machine to test in Australian debut

    NFL puts global event machine to test in Australian debut

      The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers will play an NFL game at Melbourne Cricket Ground, marking a major event in the NFL's global expansion efforts.

      What Duke basketball coach Jon Scheyer says about his roster, the UConn loss

      What Duke basketball coach Jon Scheyer says about his roster, the UConn loss

        Scheyer was succinct in stating his goal for his fifth season as head coach: “Take that final step for a sixth banner in Durham and win a national championship.”

        How Carolina Hurricanes fans will change their viewing habits this season

        How Carolina Hurricanes fans will change their viewing habits this season

          After an exciting Stanley Cup run, Carolina Hurricanes fans are eager to see how the team responds in a new season that starts this month. 

          How SMU broke from its scandal-stained past to become a 'new sheriff' in college football

          How SMU broke from its scandal-stained past to become a 'new sheriff' in college football

            UNIVERSITY PARK, Texas — After approximately 30 years of mediocrity, Bill Armstrong had enough. The oil and gas billionaire knew SMU football's 1987 death penalty from the NCAA for illegally paying players was the catalyst for the program's generation-long downward spiral. But he believed the length of his alma mater's purgatory was somewhat self-imposed. "The first thing I had to do, to be ...

            Over 100,000 US girls playing flag football this year

            Over 100,000 US girls playing flag football this year

              Girls flag football has surged in popularity, now ranking in the top 10 girls sports nationally with over 102,000 participants projected by 2026, up from 15,716 five years ago.

              Roger Goodell at 20 years: Boos, billions and plenty of bite

              Roger Goodell at 20 years: Boos, billions and plenty of bite

                Roger Goodell has spent 20 years drawing boos, weathering controversies and helping the NFL become a financial juggernaut. And owners still like what they see.

                High School

                Burke superintendent addresses Draughn, Freedom football game called at halftime

                Burke superintendent addresses Draughn, Freedom football game called at halftime

                Draughn’s football roster on MaxPreps lists just nine seniors and 17 freshman and sophomores on varsity. Freedom has 39 juniors and seniors and a line that averages 253 pounds.

                North Carolina high school football schedule Week 3, including every area game

                North Carolina high school football schedule Week 3, including every area game

                The 2026 North Carolina high school football season is entering Week 3.

                NC coaching couple chose not to have kids. They retire having impacted hundreds of students

                NC coaching couple chose not to have kids. They retire having impacted hundreds of students

                “People were always like, ‘How in the world do you all stand each other?'” Jan Davis said. “But it makes it special when you get to do it with your best friend.”

                How many NC high school athletes are getting paid this year? New report out on NIL deals

                How many NC high school athletes are getting paid this year? New report out on NIL deals

                More North Carolina high school athletes are financially benefiting from their name, image and likeness, but a new report shows they’re not getting huge sums of money. A report presented Wednesday to the State Board of Education shows 21 North Carolina high school students signed NIL agreements during the 2025-26 school year — a 75% increase from the prior year. But the biggest agreement in ...

                College

                MAC asks for WMU to be credited with win over Michigan; NCAA clarifies rule

                MAC asks for WMU to be credited with win over Michigan; NCAA clarifies rule

                The MAC filed appeals Tuesday with the NCAA and the CFP asking that Western Michigan's controversial last-second, second-chance loss to Michigan be considered a Broncos victory for ranking purposes.

                Ann Arbor Controversy Sparks College Football Debate

                Ann Arbor Controversy Sparks College Football Debate

                Saturday's matchup between Michigan and Western Michigan caused heated debates about integrity and controversial calls, shaking up the college football scene.

                Notre Dame overcomes a slow start and finishes with Lambeau Leaps in a 41-13 win over Wisconsin

                GREEN BAY, Wis. — Notre Dame spent nine months preaching, “Leave No Doubt.” From the time the 2025 College Football Playoff committee snubbed the Irish on Dec. 7 until kickoff of Sunday night’s game against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field, it was the mantra. The No. 4 Irish repeated it as they embarked on an early offseason without a bowl game and as they fielded questions about how they were ...

                Turnovers costly as Lenoir-Rhyne football falls to West Alabama in Hickory

                Turnovers costly as Lenoir-Rhyne football falls to West Alabama in Hickory

                The Bears turned to ball over five times, losing two fumbles and tossing three interceptions. Two of those turnovers were run back for West Alabama touchdowns. 

                Shopping

                What Really Happens When You Call for Emergency HVAC Help at 2 AM

                What Really Happens When You Call for Emergency HVAC Help at 2 AM

                Affiliate content. Learn what to do if you need an emergency HVAC repair. 

                Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

                Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

                Affiliate content.  Learn why it is important to check the HVAC system when buying or selling home. 

                Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                Affiliate content. Learn what to do about rising energy costs from your HVAC system. 

                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

                Professional

                US Open menu 2026: Food prices, Honey Deuce, caviar nuggets and more

                US Open menu 2026: Food prices, Honey Deuce, caviar nuggets and more

                It’s that time again. So prepare your taste buds and your wallets accordingly.

                Hickory Crawdads finish regular season with record surge, look forward to playoffs

                Hickory Crawdads finish regular season with record surge, look forward to playoffs

                The Hickory Crawdads tied a club record with their 15th straight win and a 2-0 victory over the Fayetteville Woodpeckers on Saturday.

                Opinion: WNBA thrived despite Cathy Engelbert. She won't be missed

                Opinion: WNBA thrived despite Cathy Engelbert. She won't be missed

                Cathy Engelbert’s tenure as WNBA commissioner is criticized for failing to fully capitalize on growing interest in women’s sports and iconic players.

                NFL puts global event machine to test in Australian debut

                NFL puts global event machine to test in Australian debut

                The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers will play an NFL game at Melbourne Cricket Ground, marking a major event in the NFL's global expansion efforts.

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