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GREENVILLE, S.C. – The Greenville Swamp Rabbits, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Los Angeles Kings and American Hockey League’s Ontario Reign, announced that defenseman Tristan De Jong has re-signed back with the team for the 2025-26 season. De Jong makes his way back to Greenville after beginning his professional career with the Swamp […]

GREENVILLE, S.C. – The Greenville Swamp Rabbits, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Los Angeles Kings and American Hockey League’s Ontario Reign, announced that defenseman Tristan De Jong has re-signed back with the team for the 2025-26 season.
De Jong makes his way back to Greenville after beginning his professional career with the Swamp Rabbits near the end of last season. He made his professional debut on Feb. 23 against Atlanta, posting his first professional assist in the effort. He finished the season with 18 games in a Swamp Rabbits sweater, earning a pair of assists and 22 penalty minutes.
The 25-year-old turned professional following the conclusion of his college hockey career with the University of Guelph. As a senior, he tallied 17 points (3g-14a) in 28 contests, serving as captain for a second campaign. He finished his time as a Gryphon with 37 points (6g-31a) in 92 games over the course of four seasons. Before going to college, De Jong suited up in the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League with the Moncton Wildcats, garnering 55 points (13g-42a) in 154 games.
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Softball 2025 Incoming Class Announced
Kiera Gabric Major: Business, Sports Management HT: 5-7 Hampden, Maine / Hampden Academy Why Saint Joseph’s? I liked the vibe of the campus and the softball team was a perfect fit. High School: Four-year varsity softball player and three-year soccer player at Hampden Academy…as a […]


Kiera Gabric
Major: Business, Sports Management
HT: 5-7
Hampden, Maine / Hampden Academy
Why Saint Joseph’s? I liked the vibe of the campus and the softball team was a perfect fit.
High School: Four-year varsity softball player and three-year soccer player at Hampden Academy…as a senior, posted a .547 batting average with a .559 OBP, 1.231 OPS, .672 SLG, and 17 stolen bases.
Personal: Kiera Elizabeth Gabric, daughter of Hope and Geoff Gabric, sister to Landen Gabric.

Olivia Thomas
Major: Nursing
HT: 5-5
Belgrade, Maine / Messalonskee High School
Why Saint Joseph’s? I loved the campus and the welcoming atmosphere, as well as the excellent nursing program!
High School: Four-year varsity athlete in both softball and volleyball, and two-year basketball player at Messalonskee…played second base, shortstop, third base, and center field in softball…recipient of the 2025 Colette Caswell Outstanding Senior Female Athlete Award…earned All-Academic honors in all three sports…received the Volleyball Leadership Award…National Honor Society member and earned High Honors with Distinction all four years.
Personal: Olivia Marie Thomas, daughter of Stacey and Paul Thomas, sister to Jacob Thomas.

Jayden Sullivan
Major: Exercise Science
HT: 5-2
Hancock, Maine / Ellsworth High School
Why Saint Joseph’s? I chose SJC because of the gracious community and welcoming people and the opportunity to continue playing softball with amazing people and coaches.
High School: Four-year varsity player in both softball and soccer…played first base in softball and goalkeeper in soccer…finished career with 102 hits, 7 home runs, 81 RBIs, and 60 runs scored…career averages: .537 OBP, .487 BA, .660 SLG…Junior year: PVC First Team, Junior All-Star Game…Senior year: PVC Player of the Year, PVC First Team, Senior All-Star Game, Miss Maine Softball Finalist…helped soccer team win 2023 Northern Maine title and finish as State Runner-Up…four-year High Honors student, National Honor Society and National Science Honor Society member, Class Vice President…club experience with Sluggers Outlaws (2 years), Sluggers Select (2 years), NE Elite (3 years)…extensive volunteer service including YMCA coaching, library support, and Little League.
Personal: Jayden Lynn Sullivan, daughter of Steve Sullivan and Dawn Dyer, sibling to Karli Michaud and Mackenzie Dyer.

Lulu Dias
Major: Business
HT: 5-7
Danvers, Massachusetts / Bishop Fenwick High School
Why Saint Joseph’s? I chose to attend Saint Joe’s because I loved how much the community helps one another and creates a family atmosphere.
High School: Played five different sports including four years of softball…also competed in volleyball, soccer, cheer, and gymnastics…four-year varsity starter in softball…began as a freshman at Lynnfield High before transferring to Bishop Fenwick…played middle infield, third base, and served as a backup pitcher…compiled a .405 batting average with 86 hits, 55 RBIs, and 21 doubles…over 250 assists in her career…named CCL All-Star and All-Conference in junior and senior seasons…helped Fenwick reach the state Final Four…played for The Show (2 years) and The Bears (2 years)…volunteered at Saint Mary’s of the Annunciation After School Care and school open houses.
Personal: Lucia Dias, daughter of Lisa and John Dias, sister to Joey Dias and the late Gianna Dias.

Bella Napolitano Aberle
Major: Nursing
HT: 5-3
Portland, Maine / Cheverus High School
Why Saint Joseph’s? I have always wanted to go to Saint Joe’s because of the close community and how beautiful the campus is.
High School: Played softball for four years, basketball for three, and field hockey for two…primarily a catcher and third baseman in softball…named Softball Rookie of the Year as a freshman and received the Coaches Award as a senior…earned All-Conference Honorable Mention as a sophomore and junior, and All-Conference honors as a senior…won a state championship junior year and played in regionals senior year…Honor Roll student…played for Southern Maine Flame, Coastal Riptide, Southern Maine River Rats, and New England Elite (4 years)…volunteered at a soup kitchen and served at Holy Cross School.
Personal: Izabella Rae Ann Napolitano Aberle, daughter of Bruno Napolitano and Liz Ouellette, sister to Ryleigh, Logan, and Katie.

Paige Tremblay
Major: Elementary Education
HT: 5-5
Thetford, Vermont / Thetford Academy
Why Saint Joseph’s? It’s the perfect distance from home and I really enjoy the campus and the teaching environment.
High School: Played five years of varsity softball including her 8th grade season due to a lack of JV…played third base and pitcher…selected for the North-South Vermont Senior All-Star Game…part of the 2023 Vermont Division 3 State Runner-Up team…Honor Roll student…played in the Shelburne Winter Indoor Softball League for two years.
Personal: Paige Madison Tremblay, daughter of Travis and Jasmine Tremblay.

Rebecca Osgood
Major: Criminal Justice
HT: 5-6
Corinth, Vermont / Thetford Academy
Why Saint Joseph’s? I chose Saint Joseph’s College because the campus size feels just right—big enough to offer opportunities but small enough to feel like a close-knit community. The friendly students and staff made me feel welcome from the start, and the supportive atmosphere really stood out during my many visits. I’m also excited about joining the softball team and pursuing a Criminal Justice degree that aligns perfectly with my goals.
High School: Five-year varsity softball player…also played varsity basketball (3 years) and varsity soccer (3 years)…softball positions included 1st, 2nd, 3rd, SS, and outfield…career stats: 134 hits and 139 RBIs, .547 batting average across 245 at-bats…named to First and Second Team All-Capital League, Player of the Year in softball, Senior All-Star Game selection, and Second Team in soccer…helped team finish second in 2022 softball and basketball state championships…member of National Technical Honor Society, and achieved High Honors…played fall, summer, and winter ball…volunteered as a Woods Trail Run ambassador and school leader.
Personal: Rebecca Lyn Osgood, daughter of Amanda and Patrick Osgood, sibling to Ashlyn, Marshall, and Ellea.

Jaylah Trottier
Major: Nursing
HT: 5-2
Biddeford, Maine / Biddeford High School
Why Saint Joseph’s? The campus is beautiful.
High School: Played four years of varsity softball…played second base and shortstop…earned Rising Star Award as a freshman, Character Award as a junior and senior, and named SMAA All-Conference Honorable Mention as a junior and All-Conference Team as a senior…helped lead team to 2022 State Championship and 2023 Southern Maine Regional Runner-Up…Honor Roll all four years…National Honor Society member…played for Southern Maine Flames (2019–2021) and New England Elite (2021–present)…volunteered through NHS and Interact Club.
Personal: Jaylah Lilliana Trottier, daughter of Matthew Trottier.

Brianna Eastman
Major: Nursing
HT: 5-3
West Baldwin, Maine / Sacopee Valley High School
Why Saint Joseph’s? It is a very beautiful campus and I have heard really good things about SJC. It is also a small campus which I love and is close to home.
High School: Four-year varsity player in both softball and soccer…catcher and third baseman…injured in 2022, but hit .500 with 5 home runs in 2023, .533 with 5 home runs in 2024, and .675 with 4 home runs in 2025…career batting average of .558…earned numerous athletic awards in softball and soccer including MVP, All-Conference, All-Academic, and Offensive Player of the Year…National Honor Society and High Honors all four years…volunteered over 130 hours through various service projects including CNA clinicals, mentoring, health carnivals, and food pantry work.
Personal: Brianna Marie Eastman, daughter of Mark and Michelle Eastman, sister to Austin Eastman.
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Durant, Harris, Ioane Garner Watch List Honors – Penn State
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Penn State senior defensive tackle Zane Durant was named to the Outland Trophy and Bronko Nagurski Trophy watch lists on Tuesday. Junior cornerback A.J. Harris joined Durant on the Nagurski watch list, while redshirt junior Olaivavega Ioane is also on the Outland Trophy watch list. The Outland Trophy is given […]

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Penn State senior defensive tackle Zane Durant was named to the Outland Trophy and Bronko Nagurski Trophy watch lists on Tuesday. Junior cornerback A.J. Harris joined Durant on the Nagurski watch list, while redshirt junior Olaivavega Ioane is also on the Outland Trophy watch list.
The Outland Trophy is given to the best interior lineman, offensive or defensive, in college football.
The Bronko Nagurski Trophy, presented by the Charlotte Touchdown Club, recognizes the best defensive player in college football.
Zane Durant · Sr. · DT · 6-1 · 294 · Lake Nona, Fla. · Lake Nona
- Named Preseason All-America by Walter Camp Football Foundation.
- Has appeared in 42 career games, making 28 starts.
- Voted All-Big Ten honorable mention in 2023 and 2024.
- Has tallied 64 tackles (35 solo), 17.5 tackles for loss, six sacks, one fumble recovery and one pass breakup.
- He has three career games with multiple tackles for loss.
- In 2024, Durant collected 42 tackles (22 solo), 11 tackles for loss, three sacks and a pass breakup.
- He ranked fourth among FBS defensive tackles (2nd in Big Ten) with 11 tackles for loss and tied for first among Big Ten defensive tackles with three sacks.
- Named the Coaching Staff’s Defensive Player of the Game three times (Bowling Green – 9/7; Illinois – 9/28; Minnesota – 11/23).
A.J. Harris · Jr. · CB · 6-1 · 191 · Phenix City, Ala. · Central
- Tabbed to the Lott IMPACT Trophy watch list.
- Voted All-Big Ten third team by the coaches and media in 2024.
- Played in all 16 games and made 15 starts last season.
- Finished with 48 tackles (28 solo), four tackles for loss, one interception and five pass breakups in 2024.
- Assisted on three tackles and added a pass breakup at West Virginia (8/31).
- Grabbed his first career interception and returned it 20 yards, while adding four tackles and a pass breakup against Illinois (9/28).
- Tallied three tackles and a pass breakup vs. Washington (11/9).
- Posted five tackles and a tackle for loss at Minnesota (11/23).
- Made a career-high seven stops (5 solo) and a tackle for loss vs. Oregon (12/7).
- Recorded three tackles and a pass breakup vs. Notre Dame (1/9).
Olaivavega Ioane · R-Jr. · OL · 6-4 · 330 · Graham, Wash. · Graham-Kapowsin
- Named Preseason All-America by Walter Camp Football Foundation.
- Selected All-Big Ten second team in 2024.
- Earned Academic All-Big Ten honors in 2023 and 2024.
- Has appeared in 33 career games, making 21 starts.
- In 2024, Penn State did not allow a sack against West Virginia, USC, Washington, Purdue or Maryland.
- Helped Penn State to rank ninth in the nation in tackles for loss allowed per game (3.81) and 23rd in sacks allowed per game (1.25).
- Also helped the Nittany Lions to lead the country in first downs (367), while ranking 10th in passing efficiency (154.98), fourth down conversion percentage (72.0), 11th in completion percentage (66.8), 17th in rushing offense (202.3), 19th in third down conversion percentage (45.9) and 25th in red zone offense (89.4).
The FWAA and the Charlotte Touchdown Club will announce the finalists for the 2025 Bronko Nagurski Trophy in November and the winner will be unveiled on December 8 at the Bronko Nagurski Awards Banquet in Charlotte, N.C.
The Bronko Nagurski Trophy, given annually since 1993, is named in honor of the legendary two-way player from the University of Minnesota. Nagurski played for the Chicago Bears after his college career. Bronislaw “Bronko” Nagurski is a member of both the College Football Hall of Fame and Pro Hall of Fame.
The recipient of the 2025 Outland Trophy will be announced on The Home Depot College Football Awards, live on ESPN on Friday, December 12. The official presentation to the winner will be made at the Outland Trophy Awards Dinner sponsored by Werner Enterprises and produced by the Greater Omaha Sports Committee in Omaha, Neb., on January 21, 2026.
The Outland Trophy, created in 1946, is named in honor of Dr. John Outland, an All-American at the University of Pennsylvania in the late 1890s.
Penn State Football Recognized On Preseason Watch Lists:
Drew Allar – Maxwell Award
Kaytron Allen – Maxwell Award
Zane Durant – Nagurski Trophy, Outland Trophy
A.J. Harris – Lott IMPACT Trophy, Nagurski Trophy
Vega Ioane – Outland Trophy
Nicholas Singleton – Maxwell Award
For information on joining the Nittany Lion Club and ticket information for the 2025 Penn State Football season presented by PSECU, as well as club seating in West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium, fans can visit www.GoPSUsports.com, or call 1-800-NITTANY weekdays from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Kai Trump’s golf video with Accelerator Active Energy has playful nod to grandpa
Check out what’s clicking on FoxBusiness.com. Earlier this month, Kai Trump, the granddaughter of President Donald Trump, announced her first NIL partnership with Accelerator Active Energy in presidential fashion. Now, the University of Miami golf commit is back with yet another ode to the 47th president — this time on the course. In a new […]

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Earlier this month, Kai Trump, the granddaughter of President Donald Trump, announced her first NIL partnership with Accelerator Active Energy in presidential fashion.
Now, the University of Miami golf commit is back with yet another ode to the 47th president — this time on the course.
In a new video, Kai Trump is seen hitting a golf shot and walking over to a cooler on her cart. As she lifts the lid, an Accelerator is right next to a Diet Coke, her grandfather’s favorite drink.
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Kai Trump agreed to her first NIL partnership with Accelerator Active Energy. (Accelerator Active Energy)
“Sorry, Grandpa,” Kai Trump says while smiling and looking at the camera before taking a sip of her “Rocket Pop” Accelerator.
The announcement of the 18-year-old’s NIL deal, which came on July 15, saw her make a speech at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, where she told all “fellow Americans and content creators” that she partnered with and invested in Accelerator.
KAI TRUMP, GRANDDAUGHTER OF DONALD TRUMP, REVEALS SHE ‘100%’ WANTS TO BE A PRO GOLFER
The company includes Kansas City Chiefs superstar tight end Travis Kelce and former college gymnast and social influencer Livvy Dune as equity partners.
Kai Trump told FOX Business that it’s quite the team to be around for her first NIL deal.
“It’s pretty cool, especially being partners with such great athletes and being up there with him,” she said.

Kai Trump joins Livvy Dunne and Travis Kelce as an Accelerator Active Energy equity partner with her first NIL partnership. (Accelerator Active Energy)
Kai Trump will be attending the University of Miami in 2026, when she will continue her golf career at the Division I college level. Given her busy lifestyle, which includes a passion for content creation as much as golf, Kai Trump is going to need to be energized to make sure she’s getting the most out of each day.
What she loves about Accelerator is, with zero sugar and no Taurine, there’s no crash thanks to a proprietary blend of natural caffeine, plant-based thermogenics, and cognitive boosters. It’s NSF Certified and clinically proven to accelerate metabolism, hence the name.
Kai Trump said Accelerator is “so important to ensuring I stay focused and have extra energy when I’m in the gym, on the golf course, studying, traveling or as part of my daily routine.”

Kai Trump paid another ode to her grandfather, President Donald Trump, with the latest video for Accelerator Active Energy. (Accelerator Active Energy)
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Accelerator’s athlete roster also includes World Series-champion Evan Carter of the Texas Rangers, soccer star and world champion Lindsey Heaps and top-10-ranked tennis star Paula Badosa.
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You can buy UMaine men’s hockey tickets starting next month
The University of Maine men’s ice hockey team officially announced its schedule for the upcoming season Tuesday. That slate includes 17 games at the Alfond Arena in Orono, where home fans will have a chance to watch the Black Bears battle it out on the ice as they look to build on last year’s Hockey East […]

The University of Maine men’s ice hockey team officially announced its schedule for the upcoming season Tuesday.
That slate includes 17 games at the Alfond Arena in Orono, where home fans will have a chance to watch the Black Bears battle it out on the ice as they look to build on last year’s Hockey East championship season.
The schedule had previously been reported but was not announced officially by the school until Tuesday, as the UMaine athletic department was waiting to finalize game contracts.
Flex plan ticket sales, which allow fans to purchase tickets for five home games of their choosing, will go on sale on Aug. 19. Individual game ticket sales will start Aug. 26. More information about ticket sales will be available later this week, according to UMaine.
As of May, there were nearly 1,700 people on the wait list for season tickets.
The full official schedule is included below, via UMaine Hockey:
The 2025-26 Maine Men’s Ice Hockey Schedule (Official Version) 👀
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🗓️: https://t.co/yJilk602nR pic.twitter.com/I794Ws2ks3— Maine Men’s Ice Hockey (@MaineIceHockey) July 29, 2025
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Former Boston College Men’s Hockey Forward Signs With ECHL’s Wheeling Nailers
Former Boston College men’s hockey forward Mike Posma is continuing his professional career. The Pomona, N.Y., native has signed a deal with the East Coast Hockey League’s (ECHL) Wheeling Nailers. The organization announced the signing on Tuesday afternoon through an official press release. “The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, are excited […]

Former Boston College men’s hockey forward Mike Posma is continuing his professional career.
The Pomona, N.Y., native has signed a deal with the East Coast Hockey League’s (ECHL) Wheeling Nailers.
The organization announced the signing on Tuesday afternoon through an official press release.
“The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, are excited to announce their sixth player signing of the 2025 offseason,” said the Nailers in the press release. “Wheeling has signed forward Mike Posma to an ECHL contract.”
🚨 ANOTHER NEW KID ON THE BLOCK! 🚨
OFFICIAL: The Wheeling Nailers have signed F Mike Posma for the 2025-26 Season!#SteelTheMoment pic.twitter.com/B251KyE0ll
— x – Wheeling Nailers (@WheelingNailers) July 29, 2025
Posma spent four seasons on the Heights. During his time with the Eagles, he appeared in 142 games and tallied 15 goals and 21 assists for 36 points.
In the 2024-25 season, Posma was one of three players to be named an alternate captain for the season. He saw time in 37 games and notched four goals and five assists for nine points as well as boasted 21 blocks.
The signing marks Posma’s second professional contract since Boston College’s season ended in March after falling to Denver 3-1 in the Manchester Regional Final.
He signed an amateur tryout contract with the ECHL’s Florida Everblades on April 4. He played in four games with the Everblades and recorded one assist for one point.
This past season, the Nailers boasted a 43-25-4 record and earned the No. 2 seed in the North Division for the Kelly Cup Playoffs. Wheeling ended its season after losing the North semifinals series in five games (4-1) to the Norfolk Admirals.
The Nailers open the 2025-26 season on Saturday, Oct. 18 on the road against the Cincinnati Cyclones.
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Yavapai College Softball Hires New Head Coach
Text to speech audio articles made possible by CAST11 Talking Glass Media Dann Giesey has been named the new Head Softball Coach at Yavapai College, effective July 28th. Image courtesy Yavapai College With over 770 career wins as a Head Coach, Giesey has helped more than 200 athletes earn college scholarships with his systematic approach […]

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Dann Giesey has been named the new Head Softball Coach at Yavapai College, effective July 28th.

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With over 770 career wins as a Head Coach, Giesey has helped more than 200 athletes earn college scholarships with his systematic approach to coaching and player development.
“We are very excited to welcome Dann to Yavapai College, where he will play a critical role in establishing a new culture,” said Athletic Director Tim Kneip. “His aggressive coaching style and unique ability to identify talent are unparalleled. The sky is the limit for our Roughrider softball team.”
Dann Giesey was hired as Head Coach of the College of Lake County softball program in 2023, where he inherited a program with a combined record of 50-210 over the previous eight seasons. He immediately led the team to back-to-back 30-win seasons with records of 34-19 and 33-20, including two undefeated conference seasons (24-0) and two consecutive Illinois Skyway Conference Championships.
His efforts earned him Conference Coach of the Year twice, as well as Skyway’s Top New Coach in 2023.
During his tenure, Coach Giesey produced six All-Region selections, two Conference Players of the Year, two Conference Pitchers of the Year, 21 All-Conference athletes, and helped 9 players earn collegiate scholarships. He is equally committed to his players’ academic success off the field, where his teams consistently maintain a cumulative GPA greater than 3.4.
Prior to the College of Lake County, Coach Giesey served as Founder and Head Coach of the McHenry County Hurricanes National Baseball Program. Under his leadership, the program captured 28 Regional and National Championships, produced 52 NCAA Division I scholarship athletes, and saw 17 players selected in the MLB Draft.
Beyond athletics, Coach Giesey enjoyed a successful career in the corporate technology sector.
At only 27, he was named Director of Global Technology for Pitman-Moore and has since held senior leadership roles with Comtech Group (IBM), Wilson Sporting Goods, Klein Tools, and Woodland Consolidated School District. His strategic leadership and technological innovation earned him the CIO of the Year award on two occasions from the Chicago chapter of the Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP).
Coach Giesey earned his Associate of Science degree from Harper College and studied Management of Information Systems at North Central College. He still maintains the highest technology certification level at IBM as a systems specialist engineer.
Coach Giesey and his wife Nancy are proud parents to three exceptional children —Jarett, Jori, and Jennifer —and devoted grandparents to Wyatt, Hazel, and James.
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