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Tyrone Mitchell Named Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Xavier University of Louisiana

Brandon King

NEW ORLEANS, La. — Xavier University of Louisiana has officially elevated Tyrone Mitchell to head coach of the Gold Rush men’s basketball program, rewarding a longtime member of the program who has helped build Xavier into one of the NAIA’s most consistent basketball programs. Mitchell enters the 2026-27 season as XULA’s head coach after 11 seasons on the program’s coaching staff. He joined Xavier in 2015 and steadily climbed the coaching ranks, earning promotions to associate head coach in 2018 and co-head coach in 2025 before being named the program’s…

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FIRST LOOK: “Crenshaw”Nike Kobe III Low Protro

Brandon King

Nike Basketball has officially released the Kobe 3 Low Protro “Crenshaw,” with the latest Kobe Bryant-inspired colorway making its debut exclusively at The Crenshaw Rec by Foot Locker. The low-top silhouette arrives in a bold color scheme that transitions from yellow to blue , with glossy Kobe and Nike branding perched atop the tongue and wrapping the heel, respectively. The midsole and translucent rubber outsole follows the frame color blocking, completing an aesthetic that pays homage to the Crenshaw community, adding another meaningful chapter to Nike’s ongoing Kobe Bryant footwear…

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New York Liberty Survive Fever Rally 109-102 Behind Clutch Finish and Leonie Fiebich’s Return

Brandon King

The New York Liberty survived a furious Indiana Fever rally Saturday night, defeating the Fever 109-102 at Barclays Center in a game that came down to the final two minutes. Breanna Stewart scored 22 points, while Leonie Fiebich made an immediate impact in her return from a lengthy absence, finishing with 20 points, five rebounds and five assists as New York improved to 23-15 on the season. Jonquel Jones added 19 points and 10 rebounds. (CBS Sports⁠) For the Liberty, it was an important response after Indiana had won the…

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Indiana Fever Clinch 2026 WNBA Playoff Berth

Brandon King

image via the Indiana Fever The Indiana Fever are officially playoff bound. Indiana secured its spot in the 2026 WNBA Playoffs presented by Google Pixel on Friday night without even taking the court. The Fever clinched after the Portland Fire suffered an 82-79 loss to the Toronto Tempo.  The postseason berth marks Indiana’s third consecutive playoff appearance and makes the Fever the fourth team to qualify for the 2026 WNBA postseason.  A third straight postseason appearance The Fever’s return to the playoffs continues a remarkable turnaround for the franchise. Indiana…

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Vin Baker Joins Erik Spoelstra’s Miami Heat Coaching Staff, Reuniting With Giannis Antetokounmpo

Brandon King

The Miami Heat are adding a familiar face for Giannis Antetokounmpo. After spending the past eight seasons as an assistant coach with the Milwaukee Bucks, former NBA All-Star Vin Baker is joining Erik Spoelstra’s coaching staff in Miami, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes. Baker’s arrival gives the Heat another member of Giannis’ inner circle as the two-time MVP begins a new chapter in Miami. Baker and Antetokounmpo developed a close bond during their time together in Milwaukee, both professionally and personally. From Milwaukee to Miami Baker joined the Bucks’…

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Kentucky State’s Laila Wheaton Earns 2026 SIAC Women’s Volleyball Preseason First-Team Honors

Brandon King

image via Kentucky State Volleyball Kentucky State University junior middle blocker Laila Wheaton is entering the 2026 volleyball season with preseason recognition from the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Wheaton has been named to the 2026 SIAC Women’s Volleyball Preseason First Team, placing her among the conference’s top returning players heading into the upcoming season. The junior middle blocker will look to build on her previous contributions for the Thorobrettes as Kentucky State prepares for another competitive SIAC campaign. Being selected to the preseason first team represents a strong vote of…

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USA Basketball Announces 12-Man Team for August 2026 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers

Brandon King

USA Basketball is gearing up for another important step toward the 2027 FIBA Men’s World Cup, officially announcing its 12-man roster for the August 2026 World Cup Qualifying Window 4. The Americans will play two games during the window, traveling to Chile on August 27 before returning home to face Colombia on August 31. The roster features a mix of NBA, NBA G League and international experience, with eight of the 12 players having previous USA Basketball experience. 🇺🇸 The 12-Man USA Basketball Roster The August qualifying team includes: Four…

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FIRST LOOK: Caitlin Clark Teases Another Nike Caitlin 1 Colorway

Brandon King

Caitlin Clark has given sneaker fans another look at what’s coming next for her Nike signature line. The Indiana Fever star recently shared a first look at another Nike Caitlin 1 colorway, and this latest pair delivers a vibrant mix of mint green, blue and gold. The sneaker features a mint green upper across the toe box that gradually transitions into a racer blue hue toward the heel. The color blocking continues across the textured upper, while a multi-layered Swoosh brings metallic, mint and gold detailing to the lateral side.…

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Rod Broadway Named to 2027 MEAC Hall of Fame Class

Brandon King

Former North Carolina A&T football head coach Rod Broadway is officially headed to the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Hall of Fame. The MEAC announced that Broadway will be part of its 2027 Hall of Fame class, giving one of the most accomplished coaches in North Carolina A&T history another well-deserved honor. Broadway became a major figure in HBCU football during his time on the sidelines in Greensboro, building the Aggies into one of the MEAC’s premier programs. During his tenure at North Carolina A&T, Broadway helped establish a championship culture that…

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Los Angeles Sparks Ownership Wants Bench Players to See More Minutes Over Final Stretch, Lynne Roberts Says

Brandon King

Los Angeles Sparks Looking Toward the Future The Los Angeles Sparks appear to be shifting their focus toward player evaluation over the final stretch of the 2026 WNBA season. According to reporter John W. Davis, Sparks head coach Lynne Roberts said following Thursday morning’s shootaround that while the team is expected to be relatively healthy, ownership has requested that bench players receive increased playing time for the remainder of the season. The decision comes as Los Angeles enters Thursday night’s matchup against the Atlanta Dream with a 12-24 record, coming…

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