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Bayern suffer 1st Bundesliga shutout in 18 months
Bayern Munich failed to score in the Bundesliga for the first time in more than 18 months as they were held to a goalless draw by newly promoted Schalke.
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Fritz squanders 2-set lead, ousted from US Open
No. 9 seed Taylor Fritz blew a two-set lead at the US Open and went out in a shocker with a 3-6, 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 loss at the hands…
Mad hatter: Cards manager tossed after cap flap
Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol was ejected from Friday's win shortly after St. Louis rookie reliever Hancel Rincon, who was making his major league debut, was told to straighten his hat.
Ohio State rolls, set for 'monster game' at Texas
Ohio State coach Ryan Day said the top-ranked Buckeyes were already focused on next week's game vs. Texas moments after Saturday's season-opening 56-3 win over Ball State.
'Sky's the limit' for Bama's Russell after debut win
Keelon Russell accounted for 335 yards and a touchdown as No. 13 Alabama opened the season with a 48-10 victory over East Carolina on Saturday.
Dodgers hold Ohtani out of lineup 3rd straight day
Shohei Ohtani, who expressed soreness in his neck and along his right arm in Wednesday's 8-6 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, is out of the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup…
WVU retires record-setting QB White's No. 5 jersey
Pat White's record-setting career at West Virginia two decades ago came full circle when the school retired his No. 5 jersey.
Vikes' Smith agrees to deal, back for 15th season
Vikings safety Harrison Smith is returning for a 15th season, with sources telling NFL Network he reached a one-year deal worth $12.25 million.
Man City have given Maresca everything he needs to challenge this season
Enzo Maresca asked for new signings during his first season at Manchester City. Now, he has the pieces necessary to compete on all fronts.
Yamal already has 50 goals for Barcelona! When did Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappé, Haaland reach half-centuries?
Yamal scored his 50th club goal this week at 19 years and 49 days old. How does that compare to other prodigies who became greats of the modern game?
Katie Taylor vs. Flora Pili: Latest updates, results, analysis from Croke Park
ESPN has live updates as Katie Taylor makes her final ring-walk, taking on Flora Pili for the undisputed junior welterweight titles in Dublin.
Draft Guide: Rankings, mock drafts and analysis
Your one-stop shop as you prep for draft season, including rankings, projections and analysis.
Inside the never-ending puzzle of US Open match scheduling
US Open tournament director Eric Butorac handles player and broadcast scheduling requests. It's hectic and tough to please everyone -- but he loves it.
Separating fact from fiction: The influencer controversy at the US Open
Those lacking tennis etiquette are not credentialed content creators -- but influencers and fans. And their presence signals a growing audience.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to retire after transformative and tumultuous tenure
Engelbert's seven-plus years at the helm of the WNBA has been transformative and at times tumultuous.
High School Round Up: September 3, 2026
(WLOS)BOYS SOCCERAsheville Christian 6, Pisgah 3 (F)---ACA: Ethan Guengerich 2, Robert Dicks, Silas Halcomb, Grant Hughes, Eli StotzAsheville School 3, Franklin
Louisiana judge rules against NCAA, clearing path for ex-NFL players to join LSU roster
The legal battle between the SEC and LSU stems from the ongoing saga over eligibility rules, which has even spilled into politics with state leaders weighing in.
UNC Football General Manager resigns amid ongoing investigation
Michael Lombardi will resign as UNC football General Manager amid an investigation
High School Round Up: September 2, 2026
(WLOS)BOYS SOCCERAndrews 5, Tri-County Early College 0 (F)Asheville 5, Polk County 0 (F)Burns 7, Chase 0 (F)Christ School 1, A.C. Reynolds 1 (F)---CS:Wyatt Had
Catamounts increased depth already paying dividends
(WLOS) They came in waves, and just kept crashing into the Eastern Kentucky Colonels. Sixty-two Western Carolina Catamounts saw action in the season opener, a 4
High School Round Up: September 1, 2026
(WLOS)BOYS SOCCERChrist School 5, Asheville School 1 (F)Davidson Day 2, Asheville Christian 2 (F)VOLLEYBALLA.C. Reynolds 3, Rabun Gap 0 (F)Chase 3, Hibriten 0 (
Paralyzed Ohio student stays close to football as team captain one year after injury
A year after a football injury left him paralyzed, Ohio student Mayson White remains part of his high school team as a captain.
High School Round Up: August 31, 2026
(WLOS)BOYS SOCCERA.C. Reynolds 6, Franklin 3 (F)---ACR: Alex Golovchuk 2, John Partridge 2, Soren Tompkins, Herman Vasquez---FRA: Pablo Odilon 2, Sam AntoineBre
App State prepared to open season in pursuit of "fifteen points"
(WLOS) The number came up several times during Dowell Loggains' first regular season press conference of the year. Fifteen.Fifteen points.Fifteen points separa
Gardner-Webb football coach suspended one game into his tenure
Gardner-Webb lost 35-17 to Austin Peay in its season opener on Thursday.
Lionel Messi announces he's retiring from playing for Argentina national team
Messi, who played in six World Cups, won the tournament in Qatar in 2022 and led Argentina to the final in 2026, losing to Spain.
Middle schooler in North Carolina dies after 'medical incident' on campus
The high school's football team said Friday it was postponing a game after an unspecified incident. Over the weekend, it was revealed a middle school student died.
Former ECU wide receiver Tyler Snead reaches 1,000 yards for 2nd straight year in CFL
Tyler Snead’s production in the Canadian Football League is matching — and now surpassing — the best season of his career.Snead, a Raleigh native and former Eas
Taekwondo champion Isabelle Sava, 19, dies unexpectedly in her sleep
Isabelle Sava, a 19-year-old taekwondo champion, died in her sleep from cardiac arrest.
Thomas, Defense Fuel WCU Second-Half Surge in 45-21 Opening Win over EKU
(WLOS) Lex Thomas threw for 320 yards and three touchdowns, including a pair to Josh Perry, and added a fourth-quarter rushing score as Western Carolina rallied
4 takeaways push Panthers to preseason win over Texans
Carolina's defense played a big part in Friday's victory.
Friday Football Frenzy: Scores and highlights for Aug. 28, 2026
Week two of Friday Football Rivals is underway, with teams across the region back under the lights for another night of high school football action.
Friday Night Rivals: Byrnes vs. Dorman
Friday Night Rivals returns for its second game of the 2026 high school football season as Byrnes travels to Dorman.
High School Round Up: August 27, 2026
(WLOS)BOYS SOCCERA.C. Reynolds 5, East Henderson 1 (F)---ACR: John Partridge 2, Eric Robles Don, Cooper Payne, Herman VasquezAsheville Christian 2, High Point C
ACC updates eligibility requirements following NFL-LSU situation
The conference declared that any player who has declared for a professional sport is not permitted to return to play at an ACC school.
'I'd do it again' | Oklahoma baseball coach protects players after man pulls knife
High school baseball coach Kevin Lomon says his only thought was protecting the 13 players in his care after one called saying a man had pulled a knife.
NC State transfer Thomas wins Catamounts QB competition, set to start season opener
(WLOS) Kerwin Bell let it run as long as he could, but with his Western Carolina Catamounts entering their first game week of the season he had to make a…
High School Round Up: August 26, 2026
(WLOS)BOYS SOCCERAsheville Christian 3, Erwin 1 (F)Avery County 1, East Wilkes 0 (F)Brevard 3, Asheville 0 (F)Crest 2, Chase 1 (F)Enka 2, West Henderson 0 (F)Ki
Big 12 becomes latest conference to ban former NFL players while NFL reiterates its rules
The decision by the Big 12 came a day after rulings by the SEC and Big Ten.
NFL to end Pro Bowl game
The league will shift from an exhibition contest to a purely honorary distinction for the league's top players.
High School Round Up: August 25, 2026
(WLOS)BOYS SOCCERA.C. Reynolds 2, Owen 1 (F)---ACR: John Partridge, Maverick Rector---OHS: Lyle SulzmanGaston Christian 3, Asheville School 2 (F)VOLLEYBALLAndre
SEC joins Big Ten in banning football, basketball pros from returning to college
College sports finds itself mired in lawsuits and disputes over eligibility.
Top 5 Plays of Week One
(WLOS) The first week of high school football in 2026 was a tale of rescheduling. Whether they played on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday though - players made pla
Disney, NFL team up for apparel collaboration
T-shirts, crewnecks and fleece options are available online and at select retailers nationwide.
Clemson, Davidson, Maryland, UAB Announced as 2023 Asheville Championship Field
The field is set for the 2023 Asheville Championship [3] men’s college basketball tournament. Clemson [4], Davidson [5], Maryland [6] and UAB [7] will go head-to-head Nov. 10 -12, 2023…
WCU 2021 Football Schedule Announced
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Southern Conference, Furman to host NCAA basketball Preliminary Rounds
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WCU Men’s Golf Fends Off App State for Runner-Up Finish
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WCU Announces Collegiate Coaching Diversity Pledge
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