Jack Williams

UNLV hockey coach, an Oct. 1 survivor, pays respect to tragedy but focused on future

Nick Robone has waited anxiously for the start of UNLV's hockey season. The assistant coach, now entering his 10th season with the club, is helping prepare the Rebels for games Saturday and Sunday against NCAA Division I opponent Lindenwood University in Missouri ...

Golden Knights redefining NHL fan engagement in Latin America

When owner Bill Foley launched the team in Las Vegas in 2017, it became a priority to have the Latino community involved within the organization, team officials said. ...

'Everybody is all in:' Why the NHL continually commits to Las Vegas

The National Hockey League's Las Vegas dream began on September 27, 1991, in the parking lot of Caesars Palace. On that 85-degree evening, Wayne Gretzky and the Los Angeles Kings beat the New York Rangers 5-2 in an exhibition in front of 13,000 fans. It was ...

Golden Knights hosting tourney with teams from Latin America

The Vegas Golden Knights' LosVGK initiative took on the goal this season of spreading hockey in Latino communities internationally. In September, the Golden Knights became the first NHL team to host ...

Golden Knights help launch new high school hockey league in CCSD

Less than three years after the Vegas Golden Knights arrived in the desert, Faith Lutheran became the first high school in Nevada to put a hockey team on the ice ...

VGK's Samsonov solidifies backup goalie role

A gold chain with a medallion depicting the Las Vegas welcome sign hung in Ilya Samsonov's locker room stall after the Golden Knights' 3-0 win Sunday against the Calgary Flames ...

Aces' Colson reaches rarefied heights with signature shoe deal

Seven active WNBA players have signature shoes. Four of them have won MVP honors, two others own all-time NCAA records. And then there's Sydney Colson. ...

NHL draft goes immersive for last ride, Las Vegas-style, at Sphere

The National Hockey League's annual entry draft hasn't been known to be a spectacle. Most reiterations of the event have taken place in a dimly lit arena with ...

'I needed to be who I am': Tallahassee Soccer Club's Zak Worms discovering self as trans woman

For the majority of her life, Zak knew that there was something different about herself, but wasn't able to find the time and confidence to address it.

'Heart warrior': Godby linebacker was dead for 4 minutes; now he's on the road to recovery

It was when Quan lifted his right arm and flung it over himself that Chantel realized her 17-year-old son had suffered a stroke. She called 911 and Quan was admitted to Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare.

'The way she attacks life': FSU women's basketball coach Brooke Wyckoff battles breast cancer

FSU women's basketball head coach Brooke Wyckoff underwent successful breast cancer removal surgery in October, but she is still on a journey of recovery.

'The game saved us': How football lifted Chiles' Josef Marlow beyond living with Autism

Chiles High junior defensive lineman Josef Marlow's involvement in football didn't start out with an announcement at school. Or a social media posting on Facebook. It came from a recommendation by his pediatric therapist to his mother, Cher Marlow. Marlow was diagnosed with Autism at a young age, and one of the common traits is being very routine-oriented.

Something fishy: Meet FSU football's newest unofficial mascot, Garnet the Goldfish

Florida State student Jack Henyecz once got a tattoo of FSU coach Mike Norvell in cornrows. He's back in the spotlight with his pet goldfish, Garnet.

No ticket needed to see FSU softball from this parking deck with 'really fun atmosphere'

The night before Game 1, FSU softball fan Jason Wentz drove his car to the fourth floor of the Spirit Way Parking Garage to secure his tailgate spot.

Gallery: Florida State football defeats Georgia Tech 41-16

Florida State football defeated Georgia Tech, 41-16, snapping a three-game losing streak on Oct. 29, 2022, at Doak Campbell Stadium.

Gallery: First Baptist defeated Trinity Catholic for 1S football state championship

First Baptist defeated Trinity Catholic, 21-3, in the Suburban 1 state championship on Dec. 10, 2022, at Gene Cox Stadium.

Gallery: 19th Annual Jesse Forbes Track and Field Invite

Big Bend track and field athletes competed at the 19th annual Jesse Forbes track and field invitational on Feb. 25, 2023, at Godby High School.

Back to the B: After 10 years together, Four Winds' core has one more shot at Class B dreams

10 years ago, a group of nine wide-eyed third graders began their journey, in hopes to become apart of the legend that is Fout Winds basketball. Now, eight of them are playing their final games as Indians and the one will be separated from his pack for the first time.

ASU's Dominic Garcia breaks down 'heartbreaking' experience for Black hockey players

CLOSE Hockey started out as something to do for Dominic Garcia. Growing up in Las Vegas, soccer and baseball were the sports most kids were playing. However, Garcia's lack of excitement for the popular sports drew him elsewhere. Eventually he picked up roller hockey and fell in love with the sport.

Desert Dream-Last Hurrah provides hope, possible solution for return to sports

CLOSE As the sun set over San Tan Valley, with the wind kicking up dust along the mountains, it seemed like the end of any other mid-June day. However, for three days at Poston Butte High School, something had been occurring that hadn't happened for almost three months.

Coyotes well aware of challenge ahead in MacKinnon, Avalanche

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are uncharted territory for the Coyotes. After defeating Nashville 3-1 in game four of their play-in series on Friday, the team punched its ticket into the playoffs for the first time since 2012. It's been awhile since the team competed for The Cup, but the Coyotes are very aware of their opponent.

Coyotes' Oliver Ekman-Larsson continues to adjust to 'new normal' heading into postseason

Conditioning for Phase 3 of the NHL Return to Play plan hasn't been a challenge for Coyotes captain Oliver Ekman-Larsson. When the NHL announced it would be taking a pause due to the coronavirus pandemic, he headed home to Sweden, where the country remained open.

Predators' presence in shooting lanes hand Coyotes playoff loss

It took less than 10 seconds for things to start going the Coyotes' way in Game 2 of their best of five series against Nashville. Filip Forsberg would trip forward Phil Kessel sending the Coyotes to the power play five seconds into the game.

4 things we saw in Coyotes' first week of training camp

After a week of full team training camp, the Arizona Coyotes are one step closer to its play-in series against Nashville in a little less than two weeks. In playing as a whole team for the first time in four months, there were highs and lows in the team's first week back together.

The Shondell Effect

Two names hold the significance of royalty in Delaware County. The first is Ball. As the namesake of the local university and the name of the family who brought jobs to Muncie in the early 20th century, the Balls have given Delaware County's biggest city a comfortable spot on any United States map.

The Harlem Globetrotters have a special place in Brawley Chisholm's life

"Hey man, who's that cat comin' down the street? I don't know, but it sounds to me that he's the man with the bones. He's sure havin' himself a ball!" For 90 years, the lyrics from "Sweet Georgia Brown" has introduced the famous Harlem Globetrotters into arenas around the world, to a game like no other.

Through Make-A-Wish, Ball State gymnastics creates unforgettable experience

There was an extra member on the Ball State gymnastics' team during its come-from-behind victory over Bowling Green. From the team huddle to the Cardinals comeback performance on the floor event, 6-year-old Halleigh Lynn Chitwood stood close by. Halleigh's childhood hasn't been as easy.

Ball State Football running back Tye Evans learned to follow dreams from WWE father

While Evans was booed and heckled inside the ring at almost every WWE event, a 10-year-old Tye Evans could only sit there and listen to his dad be hounded by fans from Portland to Philadelphia, sometimes not even knowing if he should cheer for him.

'This is how I want to remember him': S.D. man takes up bull riding to honor late brother

Eight seconds for Jacob Herrboldt mean everything. That's how long the 26-year-old needs to hang on to the raging bull. It feels like an eternity. He's not an experienced rider. He didn't plan on doing this solo, but he's not doing it for himself. He's doing it for Chad.

Paroled Pups program creates joy, hope inside South Dakota State Penitentiary

CLOSE Nala, a 1-year-old terrier mix, is a ball of energy. Her tail wags rapidly as she tries to hold back her excitement inside the visitors room of the South Dakota State Penitentiary last week. There's a lot to be excited about with new people and other dogs around.

Falls Area Bicyclists ghost ride honors recent cyclist death

CLOSE A white Ghost Bike was placed at the location of where Kenneth Gunderson was killed on June 11. This is the second ghost bike placed in Sioux Falls since 2015. (Photo: Jack Williams) A group of around 20 bicyclists glided up North Kiwanis Avenue Tuesday night.

Sioux Falls Humane Society provides home, heart for 100 years

Many faces and personalities wander the halls of the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. In the kennel you can meet Cal. The shy 7-year-old German Shepard/Alaskan Malamute mix loves to have her ears scratched. Or Buddy, a 3-year-old Lab/Hound mix is a playful and goofy spirit who loves the outdoors.

Why does Sioux Falls hate Sioux City? Our intern asked, and, boy, you answered.

CLOSE (Photo: Tim Hynds, Sioux City Journal / AP) Bears and Packers. Cubs and White Sox. Hot dogs and ketchup. Growing up around Chicago my entire life, these were the rivalries I knew. No loved shared and no compassion given.

Finding their rhythm: Groove Inc. puts spotlight on drummers

CLOSE Groove Inc. is made up of members ranging from six to 18 years old. (Photo: Jack Williams) Growing up in Pipestone, Minn., and playing snare drum in the high school marching band, Pete Hansen, 44, knew it was something he loved.

Pride drives Argylls to upset win over Alex

ALEXANDRIA - After a blowout loss to Southwood on Thursday, Argylls head coach Brian Trout wrote one word on the whiteboard and questioned it. "Pride?" With the odds against them, facing the Tigers in Alexandria, Madison-Grant played with its pride on its sleeve to stun the Tigers, 71-65.

Eight is enough: APA snaps losing streak to Liberty Christian

ANDERSON - "We told our kids to keep believing." Those were the words of Anderson Prep boys' basketball coach Corey Scott after the Jets broke an eight-game losing streak to Liberty Christian in a thrilling 57-52 win. "In years past, we would've folded, lost energy, lost focus and lose all energy," Scott said.

Frankton gets dramatic win over Eastern on senior night

FRANKTON - Even before the Eagles hit the mat, there were already a lot of emotions in the air. Prior to the meet, head coach Courtney Duncan told his wrestling team he couldn't make the meet as he was out with the flu.

Alex cultivating a winning culture

ALEXANDRIA - At Alexandria, the wooden floors of "The Jungle" and the rough dirt of the baseball field just outside of the gym share a handful of similarities. The few who don the cardinal and gold both in the winter and spring all share a similar culture of success.

Anderson stuns Aurora on late three

ANDERSON -- 2:32 was left on the clock at O.C. Lewis Gymnasium at Anderson University. Anderson Women's Basketball was down by 14 to Aurora University and it looked like the Ravens were going to drop down to .500 with their first loss.

IHSAA girls soccer: Hamilton Southeastern tops rival Fishers

CLOSE Buy Photo Soccer (Photo: Leah Klafczynski for IndyStar) The Mudsock rivalry reached a climax Thursday night as Class 3A No. 3 Hamilton Southeastern took on No. 9 Fishers in a sectional semifinal. An early made penalty kick from HSE junior Izzy Wallace held off a Tigers comeback, giving the Royals a 3-2 win.

Cathedral volleyball clinches second straight sectional title over Lawrence North

In what has turned into a rivalry of sorts, Cathedral needed five sets to oust Lawrence North for a sectional championship. A bounce back in the fourth and fifth sets clinched it for the Irish, 3-2 (25-15, 19-25, 20-25, 25-18, 15-7).

Girls basketball highlights: Hamilton Southeastern 60, Avon 35

Girls basketball highlights: Hamilton Southeastern 60, Avon 35

Friday Night Highlights: Carmel 38, Merrillville 17

Carmel booked its ticket to Lucas Oil Stadium and the Class 6A state title game with a win over Merrillville.

Highlights: Carmel 31, Homestead 7

Carmel 31, Homestead 7

Friday Night Highlights: Mt. Vernon 21, Pendleton Heights 14

Mt. Vernon 21, Pendleton Heights 14

Friday Night Highlights: Fishers 19, Westfield 14

Fishers 19, Westfield 14

Highlights: HSE 34, Westfield 10

Friday Night Highlights: HSE 34, Westfield 10

Friday Night Highlights: Avon 35, HSE 27

South Dakota man takes up bull riding to honor late brother

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) - Eight seconds for Jacob Herrboldt mean everything. That's how long the 26-year-old needs to hang on to the raging bull. It feels like an eternity. He's not an experienced rider. He didn't plan on doing this solo, but he's not doing it for himself.

Pups program brings joy to South Dakota State Penitentiary

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) - Nala, a 1-year-old terrier mix, is a ball of energy. Her tail wagged rapidly as she tried to hold back her excitement inside the visitors' room of the South Dakota State Penitentiary last month. There's a lot to be excited about with new people and other dogs around.

K-9 retires from Sioux Falls Police Department after 7 years

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) - A siren rang over the Minnehaha County and Sioux Falls Police, Fire, and EMS scanner at 3:03 p.m. on a recent Wednesday. "Metro to all units. K-9 Rio has faithfully returned to his handler Officer Shannon Irish, members of the Sioux Falls Police Department and the community with pride and integrity.

Ex-college athlete speaks out about inequalities in sports

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) - Courtney Place has been bothered by the inequalities in women's sports for a long time. The lack of exposure and respect compared to men's sports stood out whenever she took the volleyball court.

From the sports desk: Heart, passion is what makes Ball State Sports unique

After eight semesters in Muncie and two years as the sports editor of The Ball State Daily News, I've learned sports at Ball State are about more than just winning. The Cardinals offered something the big schools didn't when I went to each game: heart and familiarity.

Chambers in the outfield: Aaron Judge las left a long lasting impression with the Yankee faithful

Jack Williams

Champion Stadium: Spring training's family attraction

​While most ballparks in the Grapefruit league work to offer a family friendly atmosphere, there's something special about the Atlanta Braves spring training home in Champion Stadium. Located...

Pen, plastic brings long lasting joy to Marlins fan

JUPITER - "It's just a hobby." For 38 years, Palm Beach native Kevin Duda has been sitting along the warning track with a Sharpie, a pen and his 1,200 various baseball...

Fleurish Winds Breathes New Life Into Wisconsin Marching Scene - WGI

After a making a brand name change from the Madison Scouts Drum and Bugle Corps Association to Forward Performing Arts last year, the Wisconsin based group has continued to make strides forward in establishing Fleurish Winds, a winds based group out of northwestern Wisconsin.

2018 Oregon Crusaders Press Releases

OC Instagram Story: Move-Ins part 1

OC Instagram Story: 2018 Move-Ins part 2

OC Instagram Story: Move-Ins part 3

OC Instagram Story: Pacific Northwest and Rockies tour

OC Instagram Story: Texas Tour

OC Instagram Story: Swamp Tour

OC Battery in the lot at 2018 DCI World Championship Live Stream