Steve Pikiell has spent nearly a decade rebuilding Rutgers basketball, turning it into an NCAA Tournament participant for the first time in 30 years. That history counts. In this season, history no longer protects him, and the Scarlet Knights’ troubles have brought the program to a turning point. Nearly every Rutgers basketball conversation centers on…
The Super Bowl 60 halftime performance, which featured rapper Bad Bunny, was skipped by boxer and online celebrity Jake Paul. Paul advised his fans to switch off the performance to protest big businesses and win viewer power. He called for viewers to quit supporting the show on social media, stating they control what is shown…
As the 2026 Winter Olympics approach, many Americans are wondering if Olympic competitors, especially Team USA members, are paid. Olympic wages are considerably more complicated than a regular salary. No salaries are paid to Olympic athletes. They don’t get hourly or regular compensation for attending the Games. Instead, they earn based on their nationality, medals,…
The Giants are fast filling their coaching staff under John Harbaugh, but offensive coordinator is still available. Harbaugh needs this position to develop a dynamic offense around second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart. Harbaugh likes offensive coordinators Brian Callahan and Kliff Kingsbury. Titans head coach Callahan finished 4-19 last year. From 2019 to 2023, he directed the…
After two catastrophic medical issues in minutes, including a player who stopped breathing and had no pulse, a New Jersey high school basketball game was called off Tuesday night. The player was saved by the school’s athletic department and medical team’s quick and well-trained response. It happened during a Northern Highlands-Teaneck game. Northern Highlands sports…
Cherry Hill East’s basketball season was hampered by a catastrophic injury to a key player. Jamieson Young, the team’s leading scorer, can expect to miss the rest of the season after breaking his right ankle. Young, who averages 21.8 points, was injured against St. Rose on January 17. After starting the game well with 17…
Don Bosco Prep won a non-conference game over Ramapo 68-46 in Ramsey to extend its boys’ basketball success. Don Bosco Prep’s third straight win of the season shows the team’s improving synergy and solid play on both ends of the court. Don Bosco Prep led 17-8 after the first quarter from the tip-off. By halftime,…
No. 9 St. Joseph (Met.) lost to South Plainfield 55-54 in an entertaining basketball contest. The Tigers battled a top state squad and showed resilience this season. South Plainfield’s Andrew Bena excelled on January 27. He led the Tigers’ balanced offense and defense with 16 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists. Bena’s leadership kept South Plainfield…
Famous footballers and politicians are questioning whether fans and teams should participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament is more than a year away, but calls for reconsideration and boycott are growing, especially in Europe. Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter recommended football fans…
The Miami Dolphins are interested in hiring one of the Philadelphia Eagles’ defensive coaches, who has helped the team improve recently. The Dolphins allegedly interviewed Eagles defensive line coach Clint Hurtt for their defensive coordinator post, which might change Philadelphia’s defense. Vic Fangio signed Hurtt in 2024, and he has helped build the Eagles’ defensive…
