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Over the Hill Gravel Grinder Returns to Horseshoe Bend June 14, 2025

All routes will be fully supported with strategically placed aid stations to ensure riders stay hydrated and fueled throughout the journey. The event will begin at Horseshoe Bend High School, located at 398 School Drive, and conclude at the Locking Horns Riverside Restaurant, 101 Payette River Avenue. Riders can look forward to an after-party at […]

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All routes will be fully supported with strategically placed aid stations to ensure riders stay hydrated and fueled throughout the journey. The event will begin at Horseshoe Bend High School, located at 398 School Drive, and conclude at the Locking Horns Riverside Restaurant, 101 Payette River Avenue. Riders can look forward to an after-party at the restaurant, providing an opportunity to unwind, celebrate their ride, and connect with fellow cyclists.

Over the Hill Gravel Grinder, 8 June 2024. Photo by Brian Kohagen. @briankohagen, @idahobikebrian

June 14, 2025Over the Hill Gravel Grinder, Horseshoe Bend, ID, 3 routes for all abilities. Each route offers challenging terrain and scenic views of the Payette River valley. Dave Fotsch, 208-331-9266, [email protected], bikereg.com/over-the-hill-gravel-grinder

Over the Hill Gravel Grinder, 8 June 2024. Photo by Brian Kohagen. @briankohagen, @idahobikebrian

Registration for the Over the Hill Gravel Grinder is now open on BikeReg.com. Organizers encourage participants to sign up early to secure the best pricing and guarantee their spot in this exciting event. For more information or to register, visit BikeReg.com.

Over the Hill Gravel Grinder, 8 June 2024. Photo by Brian Kohagen. @briankohagen, @idahobikebrian

The event offers three distinct routes designed to accommodate riders of varying skill levels. Each course winds through the picturesque Payette River valley, featuring a mix of demanding climbs and rolling gravel roads. The Warhorse route, the most challenging of the three, covers 84 miles and includes more than 8,100 feet of climbing. The My Little Pony loop, a mid-range option, spans approximately 44 miles with an elevation gain of 4,100 feet. For those looking for a shorter ride, the Hobby Horse route offers a 17-mile course with a manageable 1,200 feet of climbing.
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BOISE, Idaho (March 31, 2025) — Cyclists looking for a challenge will have an opportunity to test their endurance at the Over the Hill Gravel Grinder, scheduled for Saturday, June 14, 2025, in Horseshoe Bend, Idaho. Hosted by the Lost River Cycle Club, the event is now in its third year and continues to grow in popularity. Proceeds from the ride will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Idaho chapter, with support from sponsors Tailwind Nutrition, Twisted Turtle Racing, and Lyle Pearson Ineos Grenadier.

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Three sports are a charm: Injury not slowing down Sheldon’s run at Union | Sports

Few athletes, in any era, can lay claim to the feat of excellence — and determination — that Ashley Sheldon has delivered over the last two years of college sport. The 2023 Andover High graduate has made a monster impact on the soccer pitch and on the track at Division 3 Union College. × […]

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Few athletes, in any era, can lay claim to the feat of excellence — and determination — that Ashley Sheldon has delivered over the last two years of college sport.

The 2023 Andover High graduate has made a monster impact on the soccer pitch and on the track at Division 3 Union College.


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U.S. Men’s National Team Falls to Germany in Five Sets at 2025 VNL

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (July 19, 2025) – The U.S. Men’s National Team fell to Germany, 3-2 (25-22, 22-25, 17-25, 25-15, 15-12) in its next-to-last Volleyball Nations League (VNL) match on Saturday in Chiba, Japan. The U.S. (6-5), which needs a win in its final match to possibly advance to the VNL finals, wraps up play […]

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (July 19, 2025) – The U.S. Men’s National Team fell to Germany, 3-2 (25-22, 22-25, 17-25, 25-15, 15-12) in its next-to-last Volleyball Nations League (VNL) match on Saturday in Chiba, Japan.

The U.S. (6-5), which needs a win in its final match to possibly advance to the VNL finals, wraps up play tomorrow, Sunday, July 20 at 3:20 a.m. PT against host Japan (7-4).

“I loved how we kept battling. We had different people on in different sets and battled right to the end. Credit to Germany. They played really well in those last couple of sets. That is a really good team. They changed things up too and congratulations to them,” U.S. head coach Karch Kiraly said. “We need to reset. We have a chance to finish strong against a very good Japan team here on their home court. I’m sure it will be a sellout. It will be a great atmosphere and those are the most fun to play.”

Germany held slight advantages in kills (56-53) and blocks (9-8), while finishing with an 8-3 lead in aces. The U.S. made four fewer errors.

Opposite Kyle Hobus led all players with 17 kills and 18 points, adding a block and six digs.

“It was a thriller as all five-setters are. Our team made some really good defensive plays, but props to (Germany) for playing super well. I thought we were taking hard swings and making good plays on the net, recycling the ball and giving ourselves second chances,” Hobus said.

Outside hitter Ethan Champlin finished with 14 kills, a match-best nine successful receptions and five digs. Fellow outside Nolan Flexen scored 12 points on nine kills and a match-high three aces. Setter Micah Ma’a shared top honors with 11 digs, while adding a kill and a block.

Middle blocker Jeff Jendryk totaled seven points on five kills and two blocks, and opposite Gabi Garcia added four kills, coming in to swing late in the fourth set.

An ace gave Germany a 15-12 lead in the first set. The U.S. pulled within one point twice, first at 17-16 when a great Shoji dig keyed a rally finished by a Hobus kill.  Another ace gave Germany its biggest lead of the set, 21-17, and it led by at least two points the rest of the set. Champlin led the U.S. with four kills, three of which came in the final eight points of the set.

A float serve ace put Germany ahead 16-13 in the second set but the U.S. ran off four points in a row after a timeout on kills by Hobus and Champlin and back-to-back net touches by Germany. A Flexen ace put the U.S. ahead by two, 19-17.

Leading 22-21, a great up by Champlin highlighted a rally that Hobus finished with a kill. A Flexen kill that just caught the end line closed out the set and evened the match. Hobus scored eight points on seven kills and a block.

A Flexen serving run helped the U.S. race out to a 7-2 lead in the third set. His second ace made it 6-2 and Hobus followed with a kill. A Germany service error raised the U.S. lead to seven points, 12-5, which was followed by 17 consecutive side-outs.

A Germany ace cut the lead to four points, 21-17, but the U.S. scored the final four points with Flexen’s third ace finishing the set. Hobus finished the set with seven kills.

Leading the fourth set 9-6, Germany ran off the next six points to take a commanding nine-point lead. Merrick McHenry entered the match late in the set and recorded two quick blocks.

A Champlin kill and Jendryk block gave the U.S. a 2-0 lead in the deciding set but Germany went on a 6-2 run and did not trail again. Another Champlin kill brought the U.S. within a point, 11-10, but a service error followed by a Germany ace stretched the lead to three points. Garcia and Cooper Robinson, who entered the match in the fifth set, joined Champlin with two kills.

U.S. Men’s Week Three Roster for 2025 VNL

No. Name (Pos., Ht., Hometown, College, USAV Region)
3 Mason Briggs (L, 6-0, Long Beach, Calif., Long Beach State, Southern California)
4 Jeff Jendryk (MB, 6-10, Wheaton, Ill., Loyola Univ. Chicago, Great Lakes)
5 Kyle Ensing (Opp, 6-7, Valencia, Calif., Long Beach State Univ., Southern California)
9 Gabi Garcia (OPP, 6-7, San Juan, Puerto Rico, BYU)
14 Micah Ma’a (S, 6-3, Kaneohe, Hawaii, UCLA, Aloha)
15 Kyle Hobus (OPP, 6-7, San Pedro, Calif., CSUN, Southern California)
17 Andrew Rowan (S, 6-7, Trabuco Canyon, Calif., UCLA, Southern California)
18 Cooper Robinson (OH, 6-7, Pacific Palisades, Calif., UCLA, Southern California)
22C Erik Shoji (L, 6-0, Honolulu, Hawaii, Stanford Univ., Aloha)
23 Nolan Flexen (OH, 6-9, Rio Rancho, N.M., UC Irvine, Southern)
24 Merrick McHenry (MB, 6-7, Bedford, Texas, UCLA, North Texas)
25 Ethan Champlin (OH, 6-3, Oceanside, Calif., UCLA, Southern California)
26 Matthew Knigge (MB, 6-7, New Egypt, N.J., Vassar, Garden Empire)
29 Jordan Ewert (OH, 6-5, Antioch, Calif., Stanford, Northern California)
27 Michael Marshman (MB, 6-7, Glenmont, N.Y., St. Francis Univ., Excelsior Empire)

Head Coach:  Karch Kiraly
Assistant Coach: Luka Slabe
Assistant Coach: Javier Weber
Performance Analyst: Nate Ngo
Physiotherapist: Aaron Brock
Senior Strength and Conditioning Coach: Tim Pelot
Senior Sports Dietitian: Shawn Hueglin
Mental Performance Coach: Andrea Becker
Team Manager: David Dantes
Consultant Coach: Chris McGown
Consultant Coach: Marv Dunphy
Team Doctors:  Eugene Yim, Mark Hutchinson, Michael Shepard, Warren Young

2025 Volleyball Nations League Schedule for Week 3

All times PDT; Matches will be shown live on VBTV and either CBS Sports Network or Big Ten Network

Week 3 Schedule
July 15 USA def. Türkiye, 3-0 (26-24, 25-21, 29-27)
July 17 USA def. Argentina, 3-1 (25-23, 20-25, 25-20, 25-23)
July 19 Germany def. USA, 3-2 (25-22, 22-25, 17-25, 25-15, 15-12)
July 20 at 3:20 a.m. vs. Japan

Week 1 Results
June 11: Ukraine def. USA, 3-0 (25-22, 25-20, 25-23)
June 12 USA def. Iran, 3-2 (19-25, 21-25, 25-21, 25-23, 17-15)
June 14 Slovenia def. USA, 3-1 (25-22, 27-25, 20-25, 25-23)
June 15 USA def. Cuba, 3-1 (25-22, 25-18, 18-25, 25-23)

Week 2 Results
June 25 USA def. China, 3-2 (25-22, 21-25, 19-25, 25-16, 15-11)
June 26 USA def. Canada, 3-0 (25-23, 25-22, 30-28)
June 28 Poland def. USA, 3-0 (25-20, 25-21, 25-22)
June 29 Italy def. USA, 3-0 (25-21, 25-22, 25-18)



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Director Of Fan Experience in Starkville, MS for Mississippi State University

Details Posted: 19-Jul-25 Location: Starkville, Mississippi Type: Full-time Categories: Sales/Marketing/Sponsorship Sales/Marketing/Sponsorship – Event Promotion Sector: Collegiate Sports Required Education: 4 Year Degree Position Function: The Director of Fan Experience is responsible for enhancing the in-game atmosphere and overall fan experience for Mississippi State Men’s Basketball. This position will lead the planning, development, and execution […]

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Location: Starkville, Mississippi

Type: Full-time

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Sales/Marketing/Sponsorship

Sales/Marketing/Sponsorship – Event Promotion

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Collegiate Sports

Required Education:

4 Year Degree

Position Function:


The Director of Fan Experience is responsible for enhancing the in-game atmosphere and overall fan experience for Mississippi State Men’s Basketball. This position will lead the planning, development, and execution of marketing and promotional strategies for Men’s Basketball and assist in department-wide fan engagement efforts across all sports. This position plays a key role in growing attendance, elevating the game day environment, and supporting brand development efforts.


Salary Grade: 14


Please see Staff Compensation Structure for salary ranges.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


1. Serve as primary oversight of the Game Day Experience for Men’s Basketball a. Create and execute in-game entertainment plans for all home men’s basketball games, including scripts, music, promotions, fan interaction elements, and sponsor activations. b. Create and manage community outreach programs to increase local support and attendance. c. Coordinate with marketing and ticket sales teams to create ticket sales strategies when applicable. 2. Football Fan Experience Support a. Oversee and coordinate special recognitions and presentations at football games, including on-field ceremonies and sponsored in-game features. b. Support university-wide fan engagement initiatives such as Cowbell Yell, Homecoming, and Super Bulldog Weekend. 3. Oversee the overall coordination of the student internship program, including recruiting, scheduling, and training a team of approximately 30 undergraduate students to accomplish marketing and fan engagement duties. 4. Assist in the creation and execution of special presentations and recognitions delivered by members of the athletic staff. 5. Perform related duties as assigned.


This position will in-part supervise marketing graduate assistants and interns.


Minimum Qualifications:


Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Event Coordination, or related field with 2 to 4 years of experience in Public Relations, Event Coordination, Fan Engagement, or related area.


Preferred Qualifications:


12-24 months experience as full-time worker in collegiate athletics marketing, or related field.


Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:


1. Proficient in Microsoft Office 2. Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information 3. Highly organized and ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines 4. Strong initiative to solve problems 5. Extraordinary focus on customer service 6. Willing to work in a team atmosphere where expectations are set and managed while giving staff flexibility to do their assigned task as both a leader and/or a follower 7. Ability to work long hours, including nights and weekends. 8. Excellent written and oral communication skills.


Working Conditions and Physical Effort


• Frequent interruptions based on changing priorities; involves occasional exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor. • Work hours are unpredictable and may require nights and weekends • Limited exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc., but none to the point of being disagreeable. • May involve minor safety hazards where likely result would be cuts, bruises, etc. • Job frequently requires walking, standing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, and handling objects with hands. • Job occasionally requires light lifting of up to 25 pounds. • Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.


Instructions for Applying:


Please attach your Resume and cover letter to the Application.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:


Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.


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In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu.


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Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.


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2025 volleyball schedule set for CU women

Cumberland unveiled its 2025 women’s volleyball schedule this week, featuring a challenging mix of early-season tournaments and non-conference road contests before diving into a tough Mid-South Conference slate in mid-September. The season opens with four matches at the Olivet Nazarene Invitational in Bourbonnais, Ill. The Phoenix open with Ave Maria and host Olivet Nazarene on […]

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Cumberland unveiled its 2025 women’s volleyball schedule this week, featuring a challenging mix of early-season tournaments and non-conference road contests before diving into a tough Mid-South Conference slate in mid-September.

The season opens with four matches at the Olivet Nazarene Invitational in Bourbonnais, Ill. The Phoenix open with Ave Maria and host Olivet Nazarene on Aug. 15 before squaring off with Grace College and Mount Mercy to close out the tournament.

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The following Friday, Aug. 22, Cumberland travels to Georgia for a tri-match against Point University and Johnson University at Point.

The Phoenix are set for their home opener inside Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena on Aug. 26, welcoming Bryan College and Fisk University for an afternoon-evening tri-match.

To close out the month, Cumberland heads south to compete in the Big Easy Blastoff in New Orleans. The Phoenix are set to face Blue Mountain, Doane University, SUNO and Xavier (La.) in a two-day tournament.

September begins with a midweek trip to Indiana to take on Oakland City before the team travels north again for the Aquinas/Cornerstone Invitational in Grand Rapids, Michigan. That weekend will see the Phoenix face Olivet Nazarene for the second time, Trinity Christian and hosts Aquinas and Cornerstone.

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Tournament play wraps up Sept. 12-13 with four matches in the SAU Invitational in Davenport, Iowa. Cumberland will take on the University of Saint Mary, Saint Ambrose, McPherson College and Dordt University to close out non-conference tournament action.

Mid-South Conference play begins Sept. 18 when the Phoenix return home to face in-state rival Bethel University. That weekend Cumberland will go on a road trip to Portsmouth, Ohio, for matches against Rio Grande and Shawnee State. Conference action continues the following week with a trip to Freed-Hardeman on Sept. 23 before returning home to host Georgetown to close the month Sept. 26.

October is always a critical month for the Phoenix as they navigate a mix of conference and non-conference opponents. The month begins at Lindsey Wilson on Oct. 8, followed by a road matchup at Campbellsville and a neutral-site contest against Talladega in Campbellsville two days later. Cumberland then travels to Bethel before returning home for a rematch with Freed-Hardeman on Oct. 16. The Phoenix will spend Oct. 18 in Nashville, facing Talladega and Fisk in a Saturday tri-match.

The final stretch of the regular season begins Oct. 22 against Lindsey Wilson before the Phoenix close out the month on the road at Georgetown. Cumberland will be at the Cumberlands on Nov. 1 before closing on Senior Night on Nov. 7 against Campbellsville.

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Postseason play begins Nov. 13 in Bowling Green, Ky., as the Mid-South Conference Championships will determine which team receives the automatic bid to the NAIA National Tournament.

Cumberland will be playing matches in nine different states this season and will take on five teams that made the NAIA national tournament a year ago: Aquinas, Cumberlands, Lindsey Wilson, McPherson and Talladega.



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HISTORIC RUN: Atkins caps off impressive last year at Laurel | Sports

Laurel High’s Tori Atkins capped off her athletic career in historic fashion this season. Atkins, a senior, made her mark in the history books on the track and defended her PIAA championship she won last season. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please […]

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Atkins, a senior, made her mark in the history books on the track and defended her PIAA championship she won last season.


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HBCU volleyball team wins tournament in Africa

Two standout freshmen from Hampton University volleyball, Taylor Shumate and Morgan Warren, represented Team HBCU in an international tournament held in Gaborone, Botswana. The event, known as the Ditsala International Cup, ran from May 29 to June 2 and featured teams from across the globe. Representing Team HBCU with Pride Shumate, from Austin, Texas, and […]

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Two standout freshmen from Hampton University volleyball, Taylor Shumate and Morgan Warren, represented Team HBCU in an international tournament held in Gaborone, Botswana. The event, known as the Ditsala International Cup, ran from May 29 to June 2 and featured teams from across the globe.

Representing Team HBCU with Pride

Shumate, from Austin, Texas, and Warren, from Durham, North Carolina, were selected to join a handpicked group of HBCU student-athletes. Competing against collegiate teams from the United States and national teams from Southern Africa, Team HBCU went undefeated. The squad claimed the tournament championship by defeating a strong team sponsored by Bring It Promotions (BIP).

Shumate described the experience as amazing. She said that going undefeated in an international tournament was a great feeling and encouraged other HBCU volleyball players to take advantage of opportunities like this.

A Journey Beyond Competition

The tournament was just one part of a larger, transformative journey. After competing, the players traveled to Francistown and Kasane, where they hosted youth volleyball clinics and led coaching workshops. The experience allowed them to give back to the community while growing as global ambassadors.

In addition to volleyball outreach, the student-athletes enjoyed several cultural experiences. These included wildlife safaris at Mokolodi Game Reserve and Khama Rhino Sanctuary, as well as a boat safari on the Chobe River. The trip also took them to Zambia and Zimbabwe, where they visited Victoria Falls, one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders.

Sports Diplomacy in Action

Another highlight of the trip was a visit to the U.S. Embassy in Botswana, where the players met with diplomats and learned about sports diplomacy and international relations.

Warren expressed her gratitude for the experience. She said she was truly grateful for the opportunity to represent Hampton University in such a historic moment. The journey reaffirmed her commitment to excellence both on and off the court and deepened her pride in being part of Hampton’s legacy.

A Win for Hampton University Volleyball

This international tour not only highlighted the athletic talents of Shumate and Warren but also showcased the mission and excellence of Hampton University volleyball on a global stage. Their participation marked a significant milestone for the program and inspired a new level of pride across the Pirate Nation.





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