Author: Mikesportz
Alumni Association to host wrestling ‘Roar Tour’ in Philadelphia on March 22 Penn Staters will gather for a special ‘Roar Tour’ event before the final session of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at the Wells Fargo Center. UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — With the Penn State wrestling team vying for another national championship in March, the Penn State Alumni Association will host a special Penn State wrestling “Roar Tour” event in conjunction with the Philadelphia Chapter. The event will take place from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, at the Victory Beer Hall at Xfinity Live in Philadelphia. Penn…
It’s a historic moment at Big Tens! The Penn State recorded their ninth victory at the tournament and they did so in style. They finished with 181.5 points, which was the most in the tournament’s history, and broke the previous record of 170.5 set by them last year. Then, five of their players also won the individual title, which also tied the record for the most individual wins. Owing to the overwhelming margin of their victory, the Penn State players couldn’t keep calm and had an interesting reaction to their domination on the mat. After the Nittany Lions clinched the…
Mark Pope, the new Kentucky Wildcats basketball coach, is married to Lee Anne Pope. Lee Anne is the daughter of Lynn Archibald, a former men’s basketball coach for Utah. She is a graduate of Brigham Young University with a degree in journalism and has worked as a personal assistant for David Letterman in New York City. Lee Anne is well-known for her involvement in the BYU basketball program where Mark previously coached. Former players have even referred to her as the “mom of the program.” Lee Anne and Mark met through her brother, Damon Archibald, at a basketball camp. After…
Mark Pope shares his honest thoughts on Kentucky’s chances to win the SEC Tournament The Kentucky Wildcats have big aspirations ahead of the SEC Tournament, and coach Mark Pope wants his team to be focused. All things considered, and despite a myriad of injuries, the Kentucky Wildcats have had a decent season in Mark Pope’s first year in charge, even if they’re not the team to beat. The Wildcats have a long history of contention, and Pope knows they must live up to those expectations. Of course, that will all start with the SEC Tournament in Nashville. They tied…
The end of Tennessee Vols head coach Rick Barnes’ coaching career is coming sooner rather than later. It might be this year, or it might be five years from now — I don’t think Barnes even knows at this point when he will retire — but there’s no doubt that we’re in the final act of Barnes’ illustrious coaching career. There’s long been speculation that Barnes will take the Dean Smith path to retirement when that decision is ultimately made. Smith decided to retire on October 3, 1997 — just one week before North Carolina was set to begin practices…
The Georgia Bulldogs are set for their first spring practice on Tuesday afternoon as they turn the page to getting ready for the 2025 College Football season. Following a 2024 season that culminated in a loss in the quarterfinal round to Notre Dame, there are plenty of areas for improvement. Sure, it was a season that “only” ended with another SEC Championship trophy being added to the trophy case in Butts-Mehre hall. Though there were some shortcomings throughout the year. Georgia head coach Kirby Smart met with the media on Tuesday and he discussed areas of improvement that his coaching…
Colbie Young, a wide receiver for the Georgia Bulldogs, is cleared to practice with the team after reaching a plea deal in a domestic violence case. Young was suspended for the final nine games of last season following his arrest in October. Georgia coach Kirby Smart confirmed Young’s status but did not comment on whether he would be eligible to play in the team’s first game. Georgia football’s wide receiving corps is expected to have impact newcomers via the transfer portal and the Bulldogs’ 2025 signing class, but a player who missed much of last season could also make the…
2025 #SECMBB Coach of the Year 🐅 Bruce Pearl, AuburnMBB Bruce Pearl, the head coach of the Auburn Tigers men’s basketball team, has been named the 2025 Southeastern Conference (SEC) Men’s Basketball Coach of the Year. This prestigious award is a testament to Pearl’s exceptional leadership and coaching abilities, which have led the Tigers to a remarkable season. Pearl’s coaching career spans over three decades, with stints at Tennessee, Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and Auburn. He has consistently demonstrated his ability to build and maintain successful programs, and his current tenure at Auburn is no exception. Under Pearl’s guidance, the Tigers have become…
Recent News: Marvin Harrison Jr. has been widely expected to declare for the NFL Draft, where he is projected as a top-five pick and the best wide receiver in the class. However, new reports suggest that Ohio State’s NIL collectives have made a massive push to convince him to stay for another season. Some sources indicate that the offer could exceed $10 million, making it one of the largest NIL deals in college football history. While the financial incentive is tempting, Harrison Jr. has also expressed a strong desire to compete for a national championship, and Ohio State’s quarterback situation…
Recent News: Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin have been the cornerstones of the Pittsburgh Penguins for over a decade, winning multiple Stanley Cups together. However, as the Penguins battle for a playoff spot, frustrations have reportedly been building within the locker room. A recent loss sparked rumors of a heated exchange between the two superstars, though no official reports confirm a major fallout. Malkin has had an inconsistent season, and some analysts believe Crosby’s leadership style contrasts with Malkin’s approach, leading to occasional disagreements. Head coach Mike Sullivan has downplayed any tensions, stating that both players are highly competitive and…