Author: Mikesportz

In a high-octane softball showdown between two national powerhouses, Oklahoma’s Jayda Coleman and Tiare Jennings each blasted home runs in back-to-back at-bats, electrifying the crowd and igniting a late-game rally. Despite their heroics, the No. 1-ranked Sooners fell 6–4 to No. 7 Florida in Gainesville, marking a rare regular-season loss for Patty Gasso’s squad. Coleman, the dynamic leadoff hitter, sent a solo shot to center field in the sixth inning, immediately followed by Jennings’ two-run homer to left. The two veterans—cornerstones of Oklahoma’s dynasty—have been instrumental in keeping the Sooners competitive during a season of roster turnover and rising challengers.…

Walter Clayton Jr. etched his name into Florida Gators lore with a heroic performance that powered the team to its first NCAA Men’s Basketball National Championship since 2007. The junior guard delivered 19 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists in the Gators’ dramatic 65–63 win over top-seeded Houston. Clayton was relentless, driving the lane with confidence and draining key threes that kept Florida in the lead during the game’s final stretch. His clutch play under pressure earned him the Final Four Most Outstanding Player award, a prestigious honor recognizing his consistency throughout the tournament. Clayton, who transferred from Iona two…

In a deeply moving tribute, Usain Bolt laid his father, Wellesley Bolt, to rest on Sunday in their hometown of Trelawny, Jamaica. The funeral drew national attention as it became more than just a family affair—it was a gathering of national pride. Prime Minister Andrew Holness delivered a heartfelt eulogy, calling Bolt not only a “national asset” but suggesting it was time the legendary sprinter be formally recognized as a “national hero.” The comment sparked immediate discussion both online and in the Jamaican media, with many agreeing that Bolt’s impact on the nation’s identity, spirit, and global recognition goes far…

In a surprising admission, Usain Bolt has opened up about one of the few regrets in his otherwise legendary career: retiring too early. Speaking candidly on the Go Wild Podcast, the 8-time Olympic gold medalist revealed that he considered returning to professional sprinting in 2019, just two years after his official retirement in 2017. “I honestly think I could’ve gone one more Olympics,” Bolt said, reflecting on the Tokyo 2020 Games. “Watching it made me realize how much I missed the competition, the adrenaline, the roar of the crowd.” The most striking revelation was that he had approached his longtime…

Ireland’s Abigail Lyle says competing in Paris “exceeded every expectation” that she had as she made her Olympic debut in the dressage on Tuesday. Riding on Giraldo, who she affectionately calls ‘Artie’, Lyle finished sixth in her group with a score of 69.441 in the individual dressage competition held at the the stunning Palace of Versailles. The 39-year-old from Bangor only started competing in dressage events in her mid-20s but described her first taste of Olympic competition as “incredible”. “That was the best ride I have ever had in my entire life. It was incredible,” Lyle told BBC Sport. It…

Athletics Ireland Board Seeks Expressions of Interest for the Following Positions From 2025 to April 2027 The Board of Athletics Ireland seek expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced individuals to the following positions. The Board, co-optee positions and an independent position The High-Performance Committee The Finance & Audit Committee The Governance Committee Coaching & Development Committee Marketing Committee Participation Committee Terms of Reference for the respective committees are available here https://www.athleticsireland.ie/about/committees/ Please send a one-page letter only detailing the role for which you seek appointment and reasons for your suitability to congress@athleticsireland.ie Applications close Monday 5th May 2025. CLUB SPOTLIGHT SERIES:…

Replacing Fred Kerley Last Minute, Track and Field Star Opens Up About Career-Defining Moment at Grand Slam Track Brandon Hicklin’s phone rang early on the morning of May 3, a call that would change the course of his career. “My agent called me Friday morning and said, You’re going to Grand Slam,” Hicklin recalled with a hint of surprise. “I’m like, ‘Alright, cool.’” What seemed like an ordinary conversation soon turned into an extraordinary opportunity. Just days before the high-stakes Grand Slam Track Meet in Miami, the American sprinter found himself stepping into Fred Kerley’s shoes. Following Kerley’s abrupt withdrawal,…

REPORT: Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid Reveals BJ Thompson Update The Kansas City Chiefs started their Rookie Minicamp with a message from head coach Andy Reid, who revealed that B.J. Thompson has been officially released from the team. Thompson has been on the Non-Football Injury/Illness list since last June after suffering a cardiac arrest as a result of a seizure which he suffered during a team meeting. Reid announced Thompson’s release but also showed optimism that the player’s career has not exactly ended. B.J. Thompson has been a part of the Kansas City Chiefs team since 2023 after the…

UCF Knights star back RJ Harvey is headed to the Mile High City. With the 60th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos selected the Big 12 standout and former Virginia Cavaliers QB who transferred back home to Orlando, Fla. His senior year performance culminated in 22 touchdowns and 1,577 yards on 232 carries in 2024. He becomes UCF’s highest-drafted RB in school history. Harvey’s dynamic playmaking ability, both as a receiver and creating behind the line of scrimmage, even with teams stacking the box, left UCF with the most career touchdowns ever scored, at 48. Friday evening,…

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Kansas State’s running back position received added depth on Monday as the Wildcats signed transfer Antonio Martin Jr. Martin spent spring practices at ULM after competing the 2024 season at Southeastern Louisiana. Prior to that, the Atlanta, Georgia, native was at Blinn College in 2023 after redshirting the 2022 season at Georgia Tech. Last season at Southeastern, Martin played in 12 games with nine starts as he totaled 1,228 yards and 11 touchdowns en route to All-Southland Conference First Team honors. He was also named a finalist for the Walter Payton Award, which goes to the top…