Trinity Rodman marked her first match as USWNT captain with a goal and commanding performance as the United States erupted for five second-half goals in a dominant 6-0 friendly win over Paraguay. Ally Sentnor scored twice, Reilyn Turner netted on her debut, and the young American attack delivered an emphatic statement to open 2026.

Indiana completed one of the most improbable seasons in college football history, finishing 16–0 and winning the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship with a 27–21 victory over Miami. Behind Fernando Mendoza’s defining fourth-down touchdown run and a relentless defense, the Hoosiers went from long-time punchline to undeniable national champions.

The 2026 national title game sets up a surreal clash between No. 1 Indiana’s undefeated precision and No. 10 Miami’s chaos-driven belief on a charged, not-so-neutral stage. By night’s end, either history gets rewritten or the Hurricanes complete a long-awaited resurrection.

Chris Gotterup mastered Waialae’s patience test with a composed final-round 64, pulling away late to win the 2026 Sony Open at 16-under for a commanding two-shot victory. It was a precise, disciplined performance that signaled his evolution from contender to closer and announced him as a name to watch early in 2026.

Ohio State shook off an early grind and flipped the switch after halftime, riding a scorching second-half surge from John Mobley Jr. to an 89–63 win over Grambling State. With all five starters in double figures and total control in the paint, the Buckeyes cruised into Big Ten play looking balanced, confident, and dangerous.

Ohio State opened the 2025–26 season by torching IU Indy 118–102 in a record-breaking offensive showcase, led by Christoph Tilly’s 28 points and Bruce Thornton’s 26. The Buckeyes shot 63% from the field, set multiple program records, and looked every bit like a Big Ten contender out of the gate.

Kennesaw State opened its 2025-26 preseason with authority, rolling past West Georgia 86-73 behind a star turn from Simeon Cottle and a dominant team effort that showcased their depth, shooting, and fast-paced style. The Owls’ 20-0 early run set the tone, leaving West Georgia scrambling to keep up.

The name Naughty by Nature is etched into hip-hop history. With classic anthems like "O.P.P." and "Hip Hop Hooray," the trio from East Orange, New Jersey—Treach, Vin Rock, and DJ Kay Gee—brought raw, authentic stories from the streets to global audiences. But decades after their initial rise, one member is channeling his platform into something even more powerful: community revival.