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Box Score WACO, Texas — Freshman VJ Edgecombescored 11 straight points for Baylor men’s basketball and finished with 18, leading the Bears to a 68-48 win over Cincinnati, on Tuesday night at the Foster Pavilion. Baylor (10-4, 2-1 Big 12 Conference) used a stifling defense in the first half, the Edgecombe first-half fireworks, and a strong start to the second half to push past Cincinnati (10-4, 0-3 Big 12) for its fourth win in as many meetings vs. the Bearcats over the last two seasons. The win stretched Baylor’s home winning streak to 10 games, the fourth-longest active streak in the…

The free agent third baseman turned down a contract to stay with Houston. As we get closer to the 2025 season, he very well could end up regretting that decision. Third baseman Alex Bregman is one of the biggest names remaining on the free agent market. Bregman has spent all 9 seasons of his career with the Houston Astros, but staying with the organization is unlikely after he turned down a 6-year contract worth $156 million dollars. With each passing day, the chances Bregman inks the $200 million dollar deal he is looking for seems less likely. In addition to…

As Ohio State prepares for a semifinal matchup against Texas in the Cotton Bowl on Friday, the lack of calls — specifically holding against opposing offenses — has been a talking point. Only once this season has a holding call been made against an OSU opponent that wasn’t offset by a penalty committed by the Buckeyes. That came on an inconsequential 11-yard run in the first quarter of Ohio State’s 49-14 win against Marshall … … on Sept. 21. “Yeah, we’re aware of the stat,” linebacker Sonny Styles said this week. “We don’t pay attention to it too much, though.…

Transgender athlete Harriette Mackenzie of Vancouver Island University is shown in a 2024 handout photo. A group of collegiate basketball players in B.C. say they will not play a pair of games against another team in their division this weekend because the verbal and physical mistreatment a transgender player experienced has not been addressed. PHOTO BY MARY KESSENICH /THE CANADIAN PRESS NANAIMO, B.C. — A group of collegiate basketball players in B.C. say they will not play a pair of games against another team in their division this weekend due to alleged verbal and physical mistreatment of a transgender teammate…

11. “Carolina Hurricanes’ Jaccob Slavin Offered $20M Cryptocurrency Deal by Shady Russian Club” Jaccob Slavin, the Carolina Hurricanes’ star defenseman and one of the NHL’s most respected players, has reportedly been approached by an unnamed Russian hockey club with a suspicious $20M offer paid entirely in cryptocurrency. The deal, which includes private accommodations in Moscow and a personal security team, has raised eyebrows among fans and analysts alike. Slavin, known for his consistency and leadership on the ice, has been a cornerstone of the Hurricanes’ success in recent seasons. The thought of him leaving for a mysterious, unverified team in…

Top College Football Analyst Take Subtle Shot At Clemson Tigers Small little Clemsons” is probably not what Clemson Tigers fans were expecting from one of the game’s top college football analysts when he made an appearance on Andy and Ari, which is part of the On3 network. Andy Staples and Ari Wasserman had ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit on their show earlier this week and much of the discussion was about the College Football Playoff, including a review of the recently concluded quarterfinals and the upcoming semifinals. But that wasn’t all. The pair asked Herbstreit about the perception that he’s been stumping for more SEC…

Here are the latest headlines for Clemson Tigers football: – *Clemson’s Perfect Conference Record Snapped*: The Tigers’ perfect conference record was broken in a road game against Louisville ¹. – *Cade Klubnik Announces Return to Clemson*: Quarterback Cade Klubnik has announced that he’ll be returning to Clemson for the 2025 season ². – *Clemson Ready to Roar Again*: Despite a tough end to the 2024 season, there are five reasons to be optimistic about the ACC in 2025, including Clemson’s chances ¹. – *Five-Star Clemson Signee Finalist for National Player of the Year*: A talented new recruit is making waves…

“Gamecocks’ Star Spencer Rattler Reportedly Pursued by Georgia Bulldogs in $12M NIL Plot” Spencer Rattler, the standout quarterback for the South Carolina Gamecocks, is reportedly at the center of a $12M NIL offer from the Georgia Bulldogs. The alleged deal includes a luxury villa in Athens, private jet access, and a brand ambassador contract with a leading sportswear company. This move has left fans of both programs stunned, as Rattler has been a cornerstone of the Gamecocks’ resurgence in recent years. The idea of Rattler switching allegiances to an SEC rival has ignited a firestorm on social media. Gamecocks fans…

“Florida State Seminoles QB Jordan Travis Linked to Suspicious European Club in $30M Transfer” Jordan Travis, the dynamic quarterback for the Florida State Seminoles, has been linked to a highly suspicious $30M offer from an unidentified European sports club. The rumored deal, which includes luxury accommodations in Paris, endorsement deals with global brands, and a hefty signing bonus, has left fans and analysts baffled. The idea of a college football player being courted by a European team is unprecedented, raising questions about the legitimacy of the offer and the motivations behind it. Some have speculated that the mystery club is…

15. “Carolina Panthers’ Brian Burns Rumored to Join Tampa Bay Buccaneers in $40M Shocking Move” Brian Burns, the Carolina Panthers’ star defensive end, is reportedly being courted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a jaw-dropping $40M free-agency bid. The alleged deal includes a waterfront mansion in Tampa, endorsement deals with high-profile brands, and even ownership stakes in a local sports franchise. Burns, a two-time Pro Bowler and a key figure in Carolina’s defense, has been a fan favorite since his arrival. The thought of him potentially joining a division rival has sent Panthers fans into a frenzy, with many expressing…