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Auburn’s Bruce Pearl Retires; Son Steven Pearl Takes Helm
In a stunning development just ahead of the 2025–26 college basketball season, Bruce Pearl, the celebrated head coach of Auburn University’s men’s basketball team, announced his retirement after 11 seasons leading the Tigers.
Team USA Dominates at the 2025 World Athletics Championships
Team USA showed once again why it's the standard in global track and field, putting together a dominant performance at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
Making History: A'ja Wilson Becomes First Four-Time WNBA MVP
In a moment that will be remembered for generations, A'ja Wilson has officially entered uncharted territory in women's professional basketball. The Las Vegas Aces center made history Sunday by becoming the first player in WNBA history to win four Most Valuable Player awards, adding another chapter to her already legendary career.
Carolina Panthers Dominate Falcons 30-0 in Week 3 Shutout Victory
The Carolina Panthers delivered a dominant performance in Week 3 of the 2025 NFL season, shutting out the Atlanta Falcons 30-0 behind a balanced offensive attack and a stifling defensive effort.
Minnesota Lynx Lead the Pack: Who’s Best Positioned to Win the 2025 WNBA Championship
The 2025 WNBA Playoffs are underway, and four teams stand out as leading contenders: the Minnesota Lynx, Las Vegas Aces, Indiana Fever, and Phoenix Mercury. Among them, the Lynx look the most equipped to go all the way.
Orange Crush: Syracuse Stuns Clemson 34-21 in Death Valley Family Weekend Upset
What was meant to be a celebration of family and tradition turned into a nightmare for the Tigers as Syracuse delivered a crushing 34-21 upset victory in Death Valley, leaving the home crowd stunned and questioning everything they thought they knew about this Clemson team.
Miami vs Florida 2025: Final Chapter of In-State Rivalry Could Define Seasons for Both Programs
Miami Hurricanes face Florida Gators September 20, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium in potentially final meeting for years. No. 4 Miami seeks to extend dominance over struggling Gators program.
The Playmakers Press, Ed. 12
The Playmakers Press, edition 12 dives deep into the College Football season with success from Edward Waters University. The struggles of the Kansas City Chiefs and other teams, with much more!
Chiefs in Crisis: Mahomes Carries Load as Offense Stumbles
The Kansas City Chiefs are off to their worst start in years, losing back-to-back games for the first time in the Patrick Mahomes era. Their latest heartbreak came at home against the Philadelphia Eagles, a 20-17 defeat that laid bare cracks in what had seemed to be an ironclad machine.
Tigers Pull Off Walk-Off Win Against No. 13 Virginia Union in Unity Classic Thriller
Edward Waters upsets No. 13 Virginia Union 41-38 in the Unity Classic with a game-winning field goal as time expires. Bodden, Thomas, Jean-Baptiste, and Gagne lead the way in this thrilling HBCU showdown. Cleaned up mistakes or die trying—see how both teams move forward.
Tigers Blank Tuskegee, Reset After Southern Miss
If the road loss at Southern Miss raised questions, Jackson State answered them with a 30–0 shutout of Tuskegee. It wasn’t just a reaction—it was a reset. The Tigers asserted trench control, tightened coverage, and showed the kind of composure that separates good teams from consistent winners.
Birr’s Bomb: Georgia Tech Stuns No. 12 Clemson
Georgia Tech kicker Aidan Birr drilled a 55-yard field goal as time expired to upset No. 12 Clemson 24-21 in Atlanta, snapping the Tigers' nine-game winning streak in the rivalry.
CLEMSON COMES TO THE FLATS: GEORGIA TECH HOSTS TIGERS IN CRUCIAL ACC SHOWDOWN
Clemson and Georgia Tech have met 88 times in history with the Yellow Jackets holding a 50-36-2 advantage in the series, but recent history tells a different story. The Tigers have won the last 9 games against Georgia Tech, including a 42-21 victory at Death Valley in 2023.
Wolfpack Claws Back: NC State Defeats Wake Forest in Thrilling Rivalry Battle
NC State overcame a 14-0 early deficit to defeat Wake Forest 34-24 in a thrilling rivalry showdown. Quarterback CJ Bailey led the Wolfpack's comeback with clutch fourth-quarter plays, while the defense delivered crucial turnovers including a spectacular pick-six by Isaiah Shirley. Wake Forest jumped ahead early with a 98-yard opening kickoff return, but NC State's resilience shined through. Key moments included Bailey's gutsy fourth-down conversion and Royal's game-sealing interception. The victory showcased the Wolfpack's championship character in this heated ACC rivalry matchup under the Friday night lights.
BUILDING A BUZZ: HOW BRENT KEY IS TRANSFORMING GEORGIA TECH INTO AN ACC POWERHOUSE
When Brent Key took over the Georgia Tech program, he inherited more than just a football team – he inherited a culture that needed rebuilding from the ground up. Coming off consecutive 7-6 seasons and back-to-back 5-3 marks in ACC play, the Yellow Jackets had shown flashes of competence but lacked the consistency and identity of a championship-caliber program.
Josh Allen Shines in Epic Comeback to Outlast Ravens
In a breathtaking Sunday Night Football showdown, Josh Allen delivered a performance for the ages as the Buffalo Bills erased a 15-point deficit to stun the Baltimore Ravens 41–40 in Orchard Park.
Clemson Stages Comeback to Thwart Troy
Clemson rallied from an early 16-point deficit to defeat Troy 27–16 on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. The Tigers (1–1) outscored the Trojans 24–0 in the second half to secure the win and bounce back from a season-opening loss to LSU.
Georgia Tech Rolls to 59–12 Win Over Gardner-Webb in Impressive Home Debut
Georgia Tech’s offense was on full display this weekend, as they crushed Gardner-Webb 59–12 at Bobby Dodd Stadium. The Yellow Jackets electrified fans while showcasing depth, explosiveness, and poise across the board.
MEAC to Host 11th Annual Youth Basketball Clinic in Norfolk
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) is gearing up for its 11th Annual Youth Basketball Clinic, set for Tuesday, October 7, from 6–8 p.m. at the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (1401 Ballentine Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23504). On-site registration will begin at 5 p.m.
NFL KICKOFF WEEKEND FEATURES HISTORIC DIVISIONAL SHOWDOWNS
The NFL's 106th season officially begins Thursday night as the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles host the Dallas Cowboys in a prime-time NFC East clash at Lincoln Financial Field (NBC, 8:20 p.m. ET).