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1 week ago

A wild hook and a big leg kick as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson open the Masters

The Masters got started beneath whispy white clouds and a bright blue spring sky Thursday when Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson once again struck the ceremonial tee shots down the first fairway at Augusta National.

2 weeks ago

Sue Bird to serve as an NBC studio analyst for WNBA broadcasts this season

Hall of Famer Sue Bird watched the W NBA on NBC growing up and now she'll be part of the network's broadcasts of the league.

2 weeks ago

Back in Ann Arbor, Dusty May tells jubilant Michigan fans: ‘This trophy is yours’

Top-ranked Michigan returned to campus as national champions on Tuesday, and coach Dusty May told the fans who greeted them at the Crisler Center that "this trophy is yours."

2 weeks ago

Fernando Mendoza to watch the NFL draft from Miami with family and friends, AP source says

Fernando Mendoza, expected to go first overall to the Las Vegas Raiders, will watch the NFL draft with family and friends in Miami, someone with knowledge of the quarterback's plans said Tuesday.

2 weeks ago

Avalanche clinch top spot in Western Conference and shift focus to bigger goals

Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar isn't ready to plan any parades just yet. Moments after the Avalanche beat the St. Louis Blues 3-1 on Tuesday night to clinch Central Division and top seed in the Western Conference, Bednar was already focusing on the next step toward the ultimate goal of a Stanley Cup.

2 weeks ago

Mitchell Softball home opener tomorrow, Tiger Baseball Military Appreciation & First Responder’s Day at Drake Field, DWU Softball on the road, Twins win back-to-back & Timberwolves dominate Pacers

Mitchell Softball start season tomorrow at home, Tiger Baseball Military Appreciation & First Responder's Day at Drake Field, DWU Softball on the road vs Waldorf, Twins win back-to-back & Timberwolves dominate Pacers.

2 weeks ago

The NBA’s stretch run has arrived. Here’s a look at what’s happening

A busy 10-game NBA slate awaits on Tuesday, and some clarity might come in terms of who'll end up seeded where.

2 weeks ago

Michigan muscles its way to program’s 2nd national title, beating stubborn UConn 69-63

The five fabulous transfers who make up Michigan coach Dusty May's starting lineup got down and dirty with the rest of the Wolverines — coming out with the national title trophy Monday night after muscling their way to a 69-63 victory over stingy, stubborn UConn.

2 weeks ago

Mitchell Softball Postponed, Tiger Baseball/Softball games tomorrow, DWU Golf completes Augie Spring Invitational, Twins get back in the win column & Timberwolves vs Pacers tonight

Mitchell Softball vs Pierre Postponed, Tiger Baseball/Softball games tomorrow, DWU Golf completes Augie Spring Invitational, Twins get back in the win column & Timberwolves vs Pacers tonight.

2 weeks ago

Mets to retire Carlos Beltrán’s No. 15 in ceremony before he enters team’s hall of fame on Sept. 19

The New York Mets will retire Carlos Beltrán's No. 15 and he will enter the team's hall of fame before their home game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Sept. 19.

2 weeks ago

Dodgers and Yankees off to impressive starts, and Ohtani and Judge are just starting to hit

The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees are off to good starts — and their MVPs are finally starting to hit. Shohei Ohtani hadn't driven in a run until Friday, then homered in that game and again Sunday. He and Aaron Judge each have three straight multihit games.

2 weeks ago

UCLA storms past South Carolina to claim its 1st NCAA women’s basketball title

It's mission accomplished for UCLA. Gabriela Jaquez, Lauren Betts and the rest of the UCLA seniors secured the first NCAA women's basketball national championship in school history — a goal that was set after losing in the first Final Four last season.

2 weeks ago

Mitchell Softball season begins tomorrow, DWU Baseball in Sioux City, Tiger Golf in Augie Spring Invitational, Twins fall to Rays & Timberwolves lose to Hornets

Mitchell Softball season begins tomorrow, DWU Baseball in Sioux City taking on Briar Cliff, Tiger Golf in Augie Spring Invitational over the next two days, Twins fall to Rays & Timberwolves lose to Hornets.

2 weeks ago

Duke freshman forward Cameron Boozer named The Associated Press men’s national player of the year

Cameron Boozer was at the center of everything for Duke this season. The 6-foot-9, 250-pound forward proved tough enough to score through...

3 weeks ago

Men’s NCAA tournament averaging 10.3 million viewers, its most-watched since 1993

The men's NCAA tournament is averaging 10.3 million viewers through the Elite Eight, according to Nielsen. That is the tournament's best audience since...

3 weeks ago

WEEKEND SPORTS: Mitchell Track & Field begins in Brookings, Loaded DWU sports weekend, Twins play two more against the Orioles and Timberwolves face Pistons on ABC

Mitchell Track & Field begins in Brookings at SDSU, Loaded DWU sports weekend home and away, Twins play two more games against the Orioles and Timberwolves face Pistons on ABC.

3 weeks ago

Mitchell Girls Soccer Junior Taryn Thomas commits to Dakota Wesleyan

Class of 2027 Mitchell Kernel girls soccer player Taryn Thomas commits to Dakota Wesleyan Women's Soccer.

3 weeks ago

Tom Brady says he’s weighed coming out of retirement, but the NFL doesn’t like the idea

Tom Brady revealed in an interview released on Thursday that he considered coming out of retirement, but the National Football League wasn't particularly receptive to the idea.

3 weeks ago

DWU Baseball/Softball with GPAC games in Nebraska today, Tiger Track & Field teams competing in Wildcat Classic, Twins look for redemption tomorrow & Timberwolves vs Pistons tomorrow

DWU Baseball/Softball with GPAC games in Nebraska today, Tiger Track & Field teams competing in Wildcat Classic, Twins look for redemption tomorrow against the Orioles & Timberwolves vs Pistons tomorrow.

3 weeks ago

Lewis Hamilton makes it clear he’s back in the F1 chase: ‘I’ve not lost what I had’

Lewis Hamilton is F1's most decorated driver. He's won the most races (105), claimed the most poles (104) and has been on the podium 207 times. And the British driver is tied at seven with Michael Schumacher for world championships.

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2 days ago in College, High School, Local Sports, Sports

WEEKEND SPORTS: Baseball & Softball teams Sunday slate + NBA Playoffs begin

Mitchell Baseball faces Yankton, DWU Baseball/Softball hosts Senior Day, Twins with a pair of games and NBA Playoffs in full swing all weekend.

2 days ago in Education, Local

John Paul II Catholic School Names New Head of School, Leadership Transition Set for 2026

John Paul II Catholic School in Mitchell has announced Katrina Hostler as its next Head of School, with Brenda Mitzel serving as Mentor Principal beginning in the 2026-27 school year.

2 days ago in Education, Local

Central Electric Cooperative Awards 17 Scholarships to Area Students

Central Electric Cooperative has announced 17 scholarship recipients for 2026, supporting local students across its eight-county service area as they pursue higher education.