Martins Ferry ‘Wall Of Honor’ And ‘Teams Of Distinction’ Announced

June 27, 2026

With the Martins Ferry Athletic Hall of Fame’s nine-member Class of 2026 complete, it’s time to turn the attention to the other aspects of recognition – the “Wall of Honor” and “Teams of Distinction”. The “Wall of Honor” category serves as a way to thank those people who have made significant contributions or support to the athletic program in a variety of "behind the scenes" ways. This year’s selections are Carol Burda and Jimmy Hood. While not directly part of the Hall of Fame, these individuals will be honored during Hall of Fame Day – both at the afternoon ...

Scottie Scheffler Misses Out On Another Sub-60 Round And Posts 60 For Early Target At Travelers

June 27, 2026

CROMWELL, Conn. (AP) — Scottie Scheffler could not convert a 25-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole Friday at the Travelers Championship, narrowly missing out on a chance to join Jim Furyk as the only players in PGA Tour history with two sub-60 rounds. Scheffler had to settle for a 10-under ...

MLB’s Draft Overhaul Would Limit Choices For Teen Players — And Be A Boon For Colleges

June 27, 2026

PHOENIX (AP) — James Clark is a young man with enticing options on his baseball horizon. The promising 18-year-old shortstop was taking infield practice Tuesday during the MLB draft combine at Chase Field, fluidly handling ground balls before firing to first base. It's one of many reasons ...

Emerson Homers, Crawford Singles In Go-Ahead Run In The Mariners’ 3-1 Win Over The Guardians

June 27, 2026

CLEVELAND (AP) — Colt Emerson homered, J.P. Crawford singled in the go-ahead run in the seventh inning and the Seattle Mariners beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 on Friday night. Luis Castillo (3-7) allowed a run on four hits in six innings for his first victory since May 31. Andrés Muñoz ...

Trinidad Chambliss Disagrees With LSU Coach Lane Kiffin About How Black Recruits View Ole Miss

June 27, 2026

THIBODAUX, La. (AP) — Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss on Friday took issue with first-year LSU coach Lane Kiffin's recent comments that Ole Miss' past embrace of Confederate symbols made recruiting Black players more difficult. “Me, personally, I don’t agree,” said ...

Buckeyes Dot Athlon Preseason All-American Teams

June 27, 2026

COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Buckeyes were well represented in the 2026 Athlon Preseason All-American teams, released by the publication on Friday. Seven Buckeyes were named preseason All-Americans by Athlon. The OSU contingent of preseason All-Americans were led by first team selection wide receiver Jeremiah Smith. Over his first two collegiate seasons, Smith totaled 2,558 receiving yards and 27 touchdown receptions, the most by any Big Ten receiver in their first two years in college. Smith is one of two receivers in Ohio State history to have two 1,000-yd receiving seasons. ...