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Gamecocks Drop Heartbreaker to Force Game Three

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina softball team (44-16) dropped the second game of the Columbia Super Regional 5-4 against UCLA (53-11) in a heartbreaker on Saturday afternoon (May 24). The game opened similar to the first matchup, with a Lexi Winters RBI in the bottom of the first. Her single up the middle scored […]

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Gamecocks Drop Heartbreaker to Force Game Three

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina softball team (44-16) dropped the second game of the Columbia Super Regional 5-4 against UCLA (53-11) in a heartbreaker on Saturday afternoon (May 24).

The game opened similar to the first matchup, with a Lexi Winters RBI in the bottom of the first. Her single up the middle scored Quincee Lilio to give the Gamecocks the early 1-0 lead.

Sam Gress got the start for the Gamecocks and kept the Bruins scoreless through four giving up just two hits.

With two outs in the bottom of the fifth, Lilio reached on an error before a hit by pitch to Karley Shelton and a walk by Arianna Rodi loaded the bases for Carolina. Winters delivered a single down the right field line to score both Shelton and Lilio.

Jori Heard entered the circle in the fifth where UCLA answered with a solo home run to bring the score to 3-1.

The Gamecocks found themselves in another bases loaded situation in the sixth with Lilio up to bat. A perfectly placed dribbler in front of home plate brought in Brooke Blankenship for another run.

The Bruins were kept quiet in the sixth but mounted their comeback in the seventh. Three hits, including a two-run walk-off home run, sealed the victory for UCLA to force a game three.

The Gamecocks will play the rubber match for a chance to go to the Women’s College World Series Sunday, at 3 p.m. on ESPN2.

For the latest on South Carolina Softball, visit GamecocksOnline.com or follow the team’s social media accounts on Twitter @GamecockSoftbll, Facebook /GamecockSoftball, and Instagram @GamecockSoftball.

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UTEP’s Benhadja, Simpson gearing up for NCAA T&F Championships

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — UTEP’s Marissa Simpson and Loubna Benhadja are about a week away from the most important track and field meet of the 2025 season. Last weekend, after great performances at the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field West First Round, Simpson and Benhadja punched their ticket to the 2025 NCAA Outdoor Track […]

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EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — UTEP’s Marissa Simpson and Loubna Benhadja are about a week away from the most important track and field meet of the 2025 season.

Last weekend, after great performances at the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field West First Round, Simpson and Benhadja punched their ticket to the 2025 NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships.

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Before the pair of Miners head to Eugene, Oregon, UTEP made sure to celebrate their achievements with a small sendoff surprise party at Kidd Field.

Simpson is going to her third consecutive outdoor championships, and fifth overall, including her two indoor trips in 2024 and 2025. Benhadja is making her second trip overall, but first in the 400 hurdles. Benhadja competed at the 2024 championships in the 4×400-meter relay.

On Thursday, June 12, Simpson is scheduled to compete in the women’s 100-meter hurdles semifinal at 5:05 p.m. PT/6:05 MT, and Benhadja will run the 400-meter hurdles semifinal at 6:14 p.m. PT/7:14 MT.

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Jeremey Nelson represents UL as lone NCAA T&F Nationals qualifier

WATCH: UL men’s basketball HC Quannas White talks 2025 szn recruitment The roster and coaching staff is pretty much set for UL men’s basketball and new HC Quannas White. Here’s what White had to say about incoming roster. Every collegiate track star’s dream at the start of the 2025 outdoor track and field season is […]

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Every collegiate track star’s dream at the start of the 2025 outdoor track and field season is to step foot on Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, for the National Outdoor Track and Field Championships.

For Louisiana’s Jeremy Nelson, that dream is coming true as he will represent the Ragin’ Cajuns as the lone national qualifier at the 2025 National Outdoor Track and Field Championships.

“I’m proud of myself for making it happen,” Nelson said. “I knew for as far as on the individual goal. I knew this was bound to happen. I made it a goal early on so I’m not surprised, to say the least, that I made it, but I am proud of myself for fulfilling the goal.”

The junior Cajuns jumper qualified for the Men’s Triple jump event, marking his second consecutive time qualifying for Nationals. It was at last year’s national championship meet that Nelson set out to make his return determined to outwork his last year’s finish.

‘Bigger than me’

At the NCAA East First Round Track and Field Meet from May 28-31 in Jacksonville, Florida, Nelson competed in the triple jump event. The 6-foot-1 Monroe native was fresh off winning the men’s triple jump title in the Sun Belt Outdoor Track and Field Championship and that carried over into the postseason.

This was a culmination of big-time jumps throughout the regular season, in which Nelson set his season-high triple jump of 16.01 meters at the Bobcat Invitational 2025 back in March. The more he jumped, the better he maintained a cool head throughout it all.

And it helped him shine in the NCAA East First Round this season.

“I’ve been doing this jumping thing for a little minute now so I think the more competitions, the more experience I gained you don’t overthink it as much,” Nelson said. “It’s just another day in the office, honestly. Obviously you’re gonna be nervous, but nerves just mean you care so I don’t get too hyped in the moment.”

The moment wasn’t too big for Nelson as he snagged ninth place in the NCAA East First Round men’s triple jump event with a 15.95-meter jump to punch his tickets to Nationals. Since then, he’s been sticking to his routine, taking preventive measures to stay healthy and preparing for yet another big stage.

Nelson will be off to Oregon this weekend and will compete on June 13 for the National Outdoor Track and Field Championships. On his chest and cheering him on from thousands of miles away will be the Cajun Nation.

“It’s nice knowing that, like, I get the chance to put UL on the map and represent something bigger than me and be able to represent the whole school it means a lot to me,” Nelson said. “I have a big community back here rooting for me and I will do the best I can. I’m just thankful for everybody who’s helped me get to this point, my family back at home in Monroe, I want to thank my coaches, my teammates, and just everybody who’s helped me along the way.”

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Shannon Belt covers high school sports and the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns for The Daily Advertiser as part of the USA TODAY Network. Follow her high school and Cajuns coverage on Twitter: @ShannonBelt3. Got questions regarding HS/UL athletics? Send them to Shannon Belt at sbelt@gannett.com.



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Wyoming Valley Conference coaches announce boys volleyball All-Star teams

Holy Redeemer’s Joshua Rocha topped the voting for offensive players while Crestwood’s Luke Joseph and Jeff Stec were named first-team for defensive players and coach of they year, respectively, on the WVC’s boys volleyball All-Star teams. Rocha and Royals teammate Jack Wasiakoswki both made the first team as Redeemer prepares for Saturday’s PIAA Class […]

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Holy Redeemer’s Joshua Rocha topped the voting for offensive players while Crestwood’s Luke Joseph and Jeff Stec were named first-team for defensive players and coach of they year, respectively, on the WVC’s boys volleyball All-Star teams.

Rocha and Royals teammate Jack Wasiakoswki both made the first team as Redeemer prepares for Saturday’s PIAA Class 2A quarterfinal match against York Suburban at 3 p.m. at Exeter Township High School.

Joining them on the first team were JJ Stec (Crestwood), Gino Gualandi (Delaware Valley), Jordany Rodriguez Disla (Wilkes-Barre Area), Luke Peereboom (Delaware Valley), Carlos Guzman (Berwick) and Zachary MacBain (Tunkhannock). They rounded out the top eight vote-getters among offensive players.

The second team was comprised of Jackson Matash (Berwick), Kendrick Oritz (Hazleton Area), Tom McLaughlin (Crestwood), Carter Brunn (Dallas), Davyn Piatt (Hanover Area), Zachary Zubritski (Nanticoke Area), Brady Rushton (Nanticoke Area) and Eric Choi (Delaware Valley).

Honorable mentions went to Grant Nielsen (Delaware Valley), Reylie Ramirez (Wilkes-Barre Area), Max Mohutsky (Holy Redeemer), Ireneo Panecatl (Hanover Area), Evan Thomas (Hazleton Area), Jack Greening (Delaware Valley), Zachary Koons (Crestwood), Christopher Miller (Dallas), Clark Groth (Crestwood), Carlos Tecotl (Wyoming Valley West) and Zabwon Welch (Wyoming Valley West).

Joseph led the defensive player voting to earn a first-team spot. Wyoming Valley West’s Derek Romero was second team and Wilkes-Barre Area’s Jose Carinna was honorable mention.

The Comets’ Jeff Stec received three votes for coach of the year, edging out Holy Redeemer’s Jack Kablick Sr., Hanover Area’s John Garnett and Wyoming Valley West’s Ryan Hettes. Also receiving votes were Nanticoke Area’s Deb Gavin and Wilkes-Barre Area’s Huy Nguyen.



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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees established the budget and scope of Bartow Arena renovations, voting unanimously in favor of Stage II project approval Friday. With this approval, UAB Athletics is now authorized to negotiate an agreement with an architect.   “Our proposed renovations would make Bartow one of the […]

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees established the budget and scope of Bartow Arena renovations, voting unanimously in favor of Stage II project approval Friday. With this approval, UAB Athletics is now authorized to negotiate an agreement with an architect.
 
“Our proposed renovations would make Bartow one of the most visible, accommodating and inviting basketball and volleyball venues in the American Conference,” said UAB Director of Athletics Mark Ingram. “I am grateful for the unwavering support of the UA System Board of Trustees and UAB leadership under President Watts’ vision for excellence, as well as our donors and fans who continue to champion UAB Athletics.”
 
The $14.6 million Bartow Arena renovation project is intended to feature four main components:

  • Entrance lobby expansion

  • Club-level lounge and club-level seating for enhanced viewing experience

  • Replacement of some lower bowl seating with new seating to elevate fan experience

  • Concourse improvements including lighting and updated restrooms

Pending UAB Athletics reaching fundraising goals and additional UA System Board of Trustee approvals, the project is anticipated to break ground following the completion of UAB’s Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies.
 
Bartow Arena is home to the UAB men’s and women’s intercollegiate basketball programs as well as the women’s volleyball program. The renovation project is designed to support and boost the visibility of these programs while enhancing the spectator experience.
 
“It is truly exciting to take these important steps toward approval of the Bartow Arena renovation plans,” said Head Men’s Basketball Coach Andy Kennedy, whose team has been one of the nation’s winningest programs over the last five years with 125 wins and four consecutive conference championship game appearances. “We are 74-15 in Bartow in recent years, and renovations would increase our home court advantage even more. I am very grateful and appreciative to all who have worked tirelessly to make this happen.”
 
“We’re incredibly excited and grateful to receive Stage II approval of the Bartow Arena renovation plans,” said Head Women’s Basketball Coach Randy Norton. “This project represents a major investment in our student-athletes, our fans, and the future of UAB Basketball. The enhancements would have a huge impact on recruiting, player development, and the overall game day experience for fans. We can’t thank our trustees, administration and supporters enough for their commitment to excellence.”
 
“The Bartow Arena renovation project would make a huge impact on the volleyball program,” said Head Volleyball Coach Betsy Freeburg. “It would not only continue to elevate the experience for our growing fan base, but also make an immediate impact for our student-athletes. We are excited about the opportunity to continue developing and competing for AAC Championships.”
 
Additional information about the Bartow Arena renovation project and ways to support will be made available throughout the upcoming year.
 
For more information, or to pledge your support of the Bartow Arena project, call the Blazer Boosters office at 205-996-9969.
 



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Beneke represents Tech at NCAA Outdoor Track & Field East Preliminary Championships | Sports

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – For the first time since 2019, the Tennessee Tech outdoor track & field team sent at least one individual to represent the purple and gold at the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field East Preliminary Championships on Saturday.  Sophomore Ally Beneke competed for the Tech squad at Hodges Stadium on the campus of North Florida […]

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – For the first time since 2019, the Tennessee Tech outdoor track & field team sent at least one individual to represent the purple and gold at the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field East Preliminary Championships on Saturday. 

Sophomore Ally Beneke competed for the Tech squad at Hodges Stadium on the campus of North Florida in Jacksonville, Fla., taking part in the high jump on the fourth and final day of action of the East Preliminaries. Beneke was one of six female competitors to represent the Ohio Valley Conference during the preliminary championships.



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Where will these Tulare County athletes be playing in college?

The 2024-25 school year is coming to a close. Graduation ceremonies were held in Tulare and Visalia this week. Here is a list of graduating Tulare County high school seniors from the Class of 2025 who are moving on to four-year universities in their respective sports (each school’s athletic director provided information): Central Valley Christian Lola Highstreet, volleyball, […]

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The 2024-25 school year is coming to a close.

Graduation ceremonies were held in Tulare and Visalia this week.

Here is a list of graduating Tulare County high school seniors from the Class of 2025 who are moving on to four-year universities in their respective sports (each school’s athletic director provided information):

Central Valley Christian

  • Lola Highstreet, volleyball, Fresno Pacific
  • Caden Ritchie, football, Cal Poly
  • Justin Canaday, cross country, Masters University
  • Brayden Soerens, cross country, Dordt University (Iowa)
  • Caden Lloyd, basketball, Masters University
  • Zach Simmon, baseball, Fresno Pacific
  • Kelan Turner, baseball, Fresno Pacific
  • Gunnar Piepgrass, track, Westmont College

El Diamante

  • Morgan Looper, stunt cheer, Vanguard University

Lindsay

  • Andres Perez, soccer, CSU Monterey Bay
  • Jesus Martinez, soccer, Fresno Pacific
  • Adriana Lemus-Ibarra, cross country and track, CSU Monterey Bay

All-Stars: Redwood’s Jaden Lopez, Cash Rico earn EYL MVP awards in softball, baseball

Mission Oak

  • Maleena Martin, softball, Tabor College
  • Caleb Rivas, wrestling, Cal Poly
  • Anthony Jackson, football, South Dakota Mines
  • Grace Freitas, golf, University of La Verne
  • Kayin Popoola, soccer, Pacific Union College

Redwood

  • Audrey Segura, wrestling, Southern Oregon
  • Isaac Esquivel, baseball, Fresno Pacific
  • Vincent Barba, baseball, Simpson University
  • Emma Jenan, tennis, Fresno Pacific
  • Erik Rico, baseball, Fresno State
  • Reagan King, softball, Dickinson State (North Dakota)
  • Emilia Rasner, water polo, Long Beach State

Tulare Union

  • Aiden Avalos, track and field, University of Providence (Montana)
  • KaiLee Gilbert, softball, Alabama A&M University

Tulare Western

  • Makayla McGuire, water polo, San Jose State
  • Osvaldo Segoviano, cross country, Stanislaus State
  • Emily Flores, cross country, Fresno Pacific
  • Trinity Bailey, track and field, Fresno State
  • Malachi Ficher, basketball, Fresno Pacific

Woodlake

  • Audrina Rodriguez, softball, Southwest Baptist University (Missouri)

Did we miss someone? Email sports reporter Vongni Yang at vyang2@gannett.com so he or she can be added to this list.

Podium finish: Redwood’s Jazmaine Stewart, Wyatt Ruby win state track and field medals



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