The highlights of the AP Sports report. An up-to-the minute listing of all stories planned, including games and events, is available in Coverage Plan on AP Newsroom, … more

McLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 1, 2024--Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) and the USA TODAY Network today announced a multi-year agreement to become the official content partner of the Big Ten … more

The highlights of Thursday's AP Sports report. An up-to-the minute listing of all stories planned, including games and events, is available in Coverage Plan on AP Newsroom, … more

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(All times Eastern) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts Friday, Feb. 2 COLLEGE BASKETBALL (MEN’S) 6:30 p.m. CBSSN — Kent St. at Buffalo 7 p.m. ESPN2 — St. … more

Years of fighting losing battles have left the NCAA almost helpless to defend itself. The legal pile-on against the largest governing body for college sports in the Unites States continued when … more

Here’s a look at how AP’s general news coverage is shaping up for select Arizona stories. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s complete coverage of Arizona and the rest of the world, visit … more

The highlights of Wednesday's AP Sports report. An up-to-the minute listing of all stories planned, including games and events, is available in Coverage Plan on AP Newsroom, … more

West Plains Lady Zizzers swam to back-to-back Ozark Conference Championships Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at the John H Foster Natatorium in Springfield. The meet was hosted by Central High School and featured 10 of the 11 Ozark Conference Schools in the final year of the conference. more

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse, University of Pittsburgh(THE CONVERSATION) In the … more

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)Jonathan Howe, Temple University(THE CONVERSATION) In an effort to avoid stereotypes … more

The University of Missouri Women's Basketball team faced a challenging Sunday afternoon at Mizzou Arena, succumbing to the Arkansas Razorbacks with a final score of 67-58. Despite a valiant effort led by sophomore guard Ashton Judd, who scored 22 points, the Tigers could not clinch the victory. more

The top 25 teams in The Associated Press' college basketball poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, and total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a 25th-place … more

The top 25 teams in The Associated Press' women's college basketball poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, and total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a … more

The highlights of Sunday's AP Sports report. An up-to-the minute listing of all stories planned, including games and events, is available in Coverage Plan on AP Newsroom, … more

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On January 27, 1973, a profound moment in college basketball history unfolded on the polished maple of the Notre Dame court. The UCLA Bruins, with the legendary Bill Walton at the helm, carved their names into the annals of the NCAA with an achievement that would become a beacon of sports excellence. The Bruins’ 82-63 victory over the Fighting Irish wasn't just a win; it was the game that surpassed the previously untouchable record of 60 consecutive victories set by the San Francisco Dons in 1956. This was the day UCLA reached a milestone with its 61st consecutive win, a streak that would capture the imagination of basketball fans everywhere. more

On a night where the hardwood shined under the gleam of the overhead lights and the echoes of bouncing balls resonated through the gym, the Lady Zizzers of West Plains High School were just getting fired up for a night of epic basketball showdowns against the teams of Logan-Rogersville High School. The stakes were high, the gym was packed, and the energy? Electric. more

In a nail-biting clash at Mizzou Arena, the University of Missouri Women's Basketball team faced a heartbreakingly close defeat against Texas A&M, with a final score of 69-67 on Thursday evening. Despite a collective effort that saw four Tigers scoring in double figures, the resilient Texas A&M squad emerged victorious in a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer. more

Each Christmas someone in my family gives me a book they know I will use for future columns. This year my wife, Kelly, gave me Great American Trivia. Today’s column is based on it. more