Author: Mikesportz

Interesting: mark Pope’unexpectedly paid the hospital bills for 50 cancer patients in Kentucky .     marking one of a series of charitable acts by the  men Head coach basketball that has won the hearts of countless Kentucky fans… Full story below👇??👇 Mark Pope, the head coach of the University of Kentucky men’s basketball team, has been making waves with his charitable acts, particularly in paying the hospital bills for 50 cancer patients. While I couldn’t find specific information on this exact story, Pope’s philanthropic efforts are well-documented. *Philanthropic Efforts* Pope and his wife, Lee Anne Archibald Pope, have a history…

Folks in Manhattan must think my job is pretty cool, because I keep getting invited to speak at career days across the Little Apple. A few months ago, I waxed poetic about sports journalism with a cafeteria filled with middle schoolers and I was blown away with how many questions they had for a K-State beat writer. What is my favorite stadium? Who is my favorite player? What is the best article I have ever written? What sporting event do I want to cover the most? One kid asked for my autograph. Another offered to work as my personal assistant…

Congratulations: Knoxville, TN – Tennessee Lady Volunteers basketball head coach Kim Caldwell has etched her name into the program’s history books, winning her second Naismith Coach of the Year award. This prestigious honor, coupled with her recent WBCA Perdue Award win, marks a remarkable achievement for Caldwell, making her only the second coach in Tennessee Lady Vols history to earn two Naismith Coach of the Year awards, following in the legendary footsteps of Pat Summitt. Caldwell’s latest…… Kim Caldwell’s achievement is truly remarkable, marking her as a standout in the world of college basketball. As the head coach of…

Florida basketball center Reuben Chinyelu accepts NBA G League Elite Camp invitation by USA TodayMay 7, 2025 Florida basketball’s starting center Reuben Chinyelu accepted his invitation to the NBA G League Elite Camp at the beginning of the week, making him the second Gator to commit to the pre-draft event, along with guard Will Richard. While the two were omitted from the NBA draft combine RSVP list, they will have an opportunity to slip in with a superlative performance at the camp. For Richard, who is out of collegiate eligibility, it is a bit of a do-or-die moment for the…

Former Tennessee and NBA guard Allan Houston appears on court during a college basketball exhibition game between Tennessee and Indiana on Sunday, October 27, 2024, in Knoxville. Tenn. Tennessee’s all-time scoring leader, Allan Houston, addresses the crowd at Thompson-Boling Arena on Sunday, March 6, 2011 during a ceremony to retire his jersey. Former UT basketball and NBA player Allan Houston visited Thompson-Boling Arena for the Arkansas game in 2006. Allan Houston waits for his father Wade Houston to finish autographing a basketball at the dedication of the Knoxville Christian School new high school gymnasium. The court in the new gymnasium…

Federation of Irish Sport has unveil finalists for the 2025 Irish Sport Industry Awards The Federation of Irish Sport has unveiled the shortlist of finalists for the 2025 Irish Sport Industry Awards. Set to take place on Tuesday, 20th May at the prestigious College Green Hotel in Dublin, this event celebrates the power and impact of sport across Ireland With 11 award categories shining a spotlight on excellence in innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity, the Irish Sport Industry Awardshighlight the individuals, businesses, and organisations who are shaping the future of Irish sport. Today, eight competitive categories have been announced. The night…

Wisconsin Badgers cornerback in transfer portal leaves for Sun Belt school Another former University of Wisconsin cornerback has found a new home at the FBS level. Here’s who this former three-star recruit will suit up for going forward. Another former Wisconsin Badgers cornerback has found a new home outside of the Big Ten in the transfer portal. Jay Harper, who redshirted during his first year at Wisconsin, announced Friday his commitment to Louisiana-Monroe. The Warhawks play in the Sun Belt Conference. Harper was a consensus three-star recruit out of Valley High School in Alabama. He committed to Wisconsin in June…

BREAKING NEWS: Nathan MacKinnon Signs Blockbuster 8-Year Deal with Boston Bruins In a stunning move that has sent shockwaves through the NHL, superstar center Nathan MacKinnon has officially signed an eight-year contract with the Boston Bruins, making him the highest-paid player in the league’s history. The deal, reportedly worth \$100.8 million, surpasses Connor McDavid’s previous record for the highest annual cap hit in the salary cap era.([NBC Sports][1]) **A Historic Contract** MacKinnon’s new contract carries an average annual value (AAV) of \$12.6 million, setting a new benchmark for player salaries in the NHL. The deal…

BREAKING: Minnesota Vikings Legend Randy Moss Passes Away at 48 The Minnesota Vikings and the broader NFL community are mourning the loss of Randy Moss, the Hall of Fame wide receiver whose electrifying career redefined the position. Moss passed away on May 9, 2025, at the age of 48. A Legendary Career Born on February 13, 1977, in Rand, West Virginia, Randy Moss was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the first round of the 1998 NFL Draft. He made an immediate impact, setting an NFL rookie record with 17 touchdown receptions and earning the NFL Offensive…

Cristiano Ronaldo Staat op het Punt om AFC Ajax te Kopen in Opzienbarende Voetbalzet Cristiano Ronaldo Staat op het Punt om AFC Ajax te Kopen in Opzienbarende Voetbalzet In een baanbrekende ontwikkeling die de voetbalwereld op zijn grondvesten doet schudden, zou wereldicoon Cristiano Ronaldo in vergevorderde onderhandelingen zijn om het Nederlandse voetbalbolwerk AFC Ajax over te nemen. Als de deal doorgaat, zou dit een van de meest ambitieuze stappen in Ronaldo’s carrière na zijn actieve spelersloopbaan betekenen en het zou de toekomst van de Eredivisie-club ingrijpend kunnen veranderen. Bronnen dichtbij de zaak melden dat de vijfvoudig Ballon d’Or-winnaar samenwerkt met…