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UCLA Women’s Hoops Team Steals the Show at LA Game

April 9, 2026

A few nights after hoisting their first-ever NCAA title, the UCLA women’s basketball squad pulled off another kind of win—one even louder than their championship run. While the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder were busy blowing out the Lakers 123–87, the Bruins stepped onto Crypto. com Arena’s floor l

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Foster Care Scandal: Trust Broken by Church Leaders

April 9, 2026

A former foster child in South Carolina claims she faced abuse while living with a pastor and his wife. The couple had been in charge of her care since she turned 15. Police say the abuse included both physical and sexual attacks. The pastor, 50, now faces charges like criminal sexual conduct, while

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Why the Panthers Might Swap a Draft Pick for a Struggling Star

April 9, 2026

The Carolina Panthers face a key decision this offseason. They have a young quarterback needing reliable targets. One way to help is by adding a tight end. Some analysts suggest trading for Cole Kmet, a 28-year-old Chicago Bears player. He’s on a four-year deal worth $50 million, but his recent stat

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Michigan Coach Stays Put After Big Game

April 6, 2026

Michigan’s basketball coach Dusty May won’t be leaving for North Carolina anytime soon. Despite rumors swirling for days, May chose to stay with the Wolverines after their strong season ended in a championship matchup against UConn. He’s not the only one turning down Carolina—their coaching search k

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South Carolina and UCLA face off in 2026 NCAA women’s finals

April 6, 2026

The 2026 NCAA women’s basketball championship game has set up an intriguing matchup between South Carolina and UCLA. The Gamecocks secured their spot by beating UConn—a team that hadn’t lost all season—62-48, relying on strong defense to limit the Huskies’ top scorers. Meanwhile, UCLA pulled off a n

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Tessa Johnson: A Look at Her Roots, Faith, and Rise in College Basketball

April 6, 2026

Tessa Johnson isn’t just a standout player for South Carolina—she’s a guard with deep Minnesota ties and a faith that shapes her life. Born in Albertville, a small town near Minneapolis, Johnson grew up in a basketball-loving family. Her parents, Jemel and Danielle, and her older sister Rae weren’t

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Amar'e Stoudemire's journey: From basketball courts to faith and identity

April 6, 2026

Amar'e Stoudemire first caught fans' attention as an explosive NBA player, lighting up courts with his powerful dunks and scoring ability. But his story goes deeper than sports highlights. His life off the court has been marked by a search for identity and faith, leading to a surprising shift in his

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From Ohio State to Memphis: A QB’s Search for the Right Spot

April 6, 2026

Air Noland wasn’t always a journeyman quarterback. Once a five-star recruit in 2024, he was supposed to be the future of Ohio State’s offense under Ryan Day. But the crowded QB room—with Julian Sayin locked in as the starter—left him on the bench for a season he spent mostly watching. After redshirt

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Podcast Adventure: A Famous Actor’s Take on Jesus

April 5, 2026

John Rhys‑Davies, known for playing Gimli in the “Lord of the Rings” films and a host of other well‑known roles, has turned his voice toward a new four‑episode series that tells the life of Jesus from prophecy to resurrection. The show, called “The Christ, ” is part of the Faith Podcast Network and

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Why coaches need to stay classy even when things go wrong

April 5, 2026

Geno Auriemma had a bad night. After his team lost to South Carolina in the Final Four, he publicly criticized the opposing coach during an on-court interview. That alone would have been enough to raise eyebrows, but then things got worse. Auriemma later confronted Dawn Staley courtside, and after t