Author: Mikesportz
Penn State is coming off a road sweep against No. 8 Ohio State and No. 13 Illinois. The Nittany Lions defeated the Buckeyes, 27-13, and the Fighting Illini, 29-9. “Two good teams on the road was a fun weekend. Lots of great competition, lot of great individuals but yeah we’re happy,” coach Cael Sanderson said. The squad had a lot take place over the weekend as the Big Ten Tournament draws closer. Breaking Records After notching its last two wins, the blue and white became Big Ten regular season champions for the fifth straight season. The squad also garnered its…
Penn State has had some historic rosters and lineups under coach Cael Sanderson, winning the national championship in 11 of the last 13 seasons. Despite those previous successes, this season’s roster and lineup is the best Sanderson has ever had. Penn State has an answer at 125 pounds — a weight class they’ve struggled in. Freshman Luke Lilledahl came in with high expectations and has answered them so far. At 125 pounds, Luke Lilledahl runs off the stage after beating Iowa’s Joey Cruz by tech fall in the BJC wrestling dual against Iowa on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025 in the Bryce…
Patty Gasso, the highly acclaimed head coach of the Oklahoma Sooners softball team, has made headlines with a historic $10 million contract extension. However, what’s even more remarkable is her decision to donate $4 million back to the program.¹ Gasso’s new contract, which runs through 2028, cements her position as the highest-paid collegiate softball coach in the country. Her annual salary is now at least $2 million, with incentives included.² This significant raise is a testament to her unparalleled success with the Sooners, having led the team to eight national titles, including a historic four-peat from 2021 to 2024. Under…
Former Penn State quarterback disgruntled by Beaver Stadium naming rights deal Matt McGloin made an impassioned, but largely absurd case for naming the field at Beaver Stadium after Joe Paterno instead of selling the rights to West Shore Home for $50 million. Matt McGloin has had an interesting few months. The Penn State Board of Trustees member stepped down from his position on the Lackawanna Country Board of Commissioners to take a coaching job with Bill O’Brien at Boston College, only to change his mind a few days later. Now, the former Nittany Lion quarterback believes he is coming to…
Postseason play is just around the corner for Kentucky men’s basketball. Mark Pope’s Wildcats are the 6 seed for this week’s SEC Tournament in Nashville, and UK will begin play in the event on Thursday night in the second round against either 11 seed Georgia or 14 seed Oklahoma. Pope has pledged to make SEC Tournament success a priority during his time at UK, a welcomed declaration for a UK fan base that has been starved for success in the conference tournament of late. But there’s another, obvious, reason why all associated with UK basketball should want a strong performance…
Mark Stoops pleas with BBN to stay invested in Kentucky football Mark Stoops sat down and gave a candid interview, and mostly fans are just tired of him. He could come out and say all the perfect things, and it may not matter. Read his plea to stick with him inside. Mark Stoops recently sat down with KSR for a candid interview, where he addressed the growing criticisms surrounding Kentucky football. The Wildcats’ head coach, who’s been at the helm for 12 years, certainly didn’t shy away from acknowledging the frustrations of Big Blue Nation. “Number one, I hear them…
In Mark Pope‘s first-ever SEC Tournament as the head coach at Kentucky, the Wildcats do not know who they will play when the ball is tipped at 9:30 PM ET on Thursday in Nashville. To find out, they will have to pay attention to the game tipped tonight at 9:30 PM ET in Nashville. It’s going to be the No. 11 seed Georgia Bulldogs or the No. 14 seed Oklahoma Sooners, Pope’s group previously losing to the former in the first true road game of SEC play on January 7 and beating the latter a few weeks back in Norman.…
Netflix has announced the upcoming release of a highly anticipated documentary that delves into the rich history of Missouri Tigers football. The documentary, titled “Mizzou Made: The Legends of the Tigers,” promises to take viewers on a journey through the greatest moments, players, and coaches in Missouri Tigers history.¹ At the heart of the project is Chase Daniel, the former star quarterback who led Missouri to national prominence in the late 2000s. “It’s surreal,” he said in a press release. “Mizzou has a story worth telling, and I’m honored to be part of it.” Other Tiger greats, from Kellen Winslow…
Reports have emerged suggesting that star running back Alvin Kamara is at the center of internal disagreements within the New Orleans Saints organization regarding the team’s offensive approach. Sources claim that Kamara has expressed frustration over his utilization in recent games, leading to tension between him and the coaching staff. This alleged discord has raised concerns about team cohesion and performance as the Saints strive to remain competitive in a challenging division. Fans and analysts are closely monitoring the situation, anticipating potential shifts in offensive strategy or personnel changes to address the purported issues.
The Ohio State Buckeyes football program is reportedly facing challenges in the evolving landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals, particularly concerning the recruitment of top-tier talent. Insiders indicate that Ohio State recently lost a five-star recruit due to being outbid by rival programs offering substantially higher NIL compensation. Reports suggest that while Ohio State’s offer was substantial, it fell short compared to other schools, highlighting the intensifying competition in securing elite prospects. This development has sparked discussions among fans and analysts about the implications of NIL on traditional recruiting powerhouses and the need for programs like Ohio State…