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Photo / Trevecca Athletics NASHVILLE — Five Trevecca Nazarene University softball student-athletes have been selected to the 2026 College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District Softball Team, an honor recognizing standout performance in both academics and athletics. The CSC Academic All-District team spans NCAA Division I, Division II, Division III and the NAIA. To qualify, student-athletes must be at least a sophomore, maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50, and

Photo / Cumberland Athletics LEBANON, TN - Cumberland Esports captured the NECC Apex Fall National Championship as the Phoenix trio of Joshua Lubitz, Riley Alden, and Charlie Buckner II battled through seven maps to secure the program’s latest national title. The championship format demanded a unique two-step path to glory: teams had to reach a 70-point threshold during the early stages of the competition and then secure a first-place finish in a subsequent match to clinch th

DURHAM, NC - The Nashville Sounds fell to the Durham Bulls 2–0 in the series finale on Sunday night at Durham Bulls Athletic Park, suffering a shutout for the second time in this week’s matchup against their North Carolina rivals. It was a tough ending to a hard-fought slate, as both clubs continued to find ways to keep runners at bay early, before Durham capitalized on a late slice of misfortune and momentum. After a scoreless early stretch that featured efficient innings fr

NASHVILLE, TN - Nashville Soccer Club kept rolling, extending its MLS unbeaten run to eight matches and preserving its spotless regular-season record at GEODIS Park with a 2-1 victory over New York City FC on Saturday night. The Boys in Gold entered the match unbeaten in six wins and two draws in league play (6W-0L-2D), while also remaining undefeated at home in the regular season (6W-0L-1D). With the win, Nashville moves into the league’s World Cup schedule pause positioned

Photo / Tennessee Tech Athletics COOKEVILLE, TN - As spring fades into summer, Tennessee Tech keeps stacking its 2026 soccer future—adding two more incoming players to the Golden Eagles’ Purple and Gold roster. TTU head coach Corey Boyd and staff announced the signings of incoming freshman Nanna Lilja Guðfinnsdóttir and transfer sophomore Elena Lizarralde Arano, who are set to make their Tennessee Tech debuts in the fall of 2026. Fresh off an impressive season that included a

Knehr improves to 3-0; Fernández records first save of season DURHAM, N.C. — The Nashville Sounds withstood a late-game surge from the Durham Bulls to earn a 6-5 victory Friday night at Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Nashville broke open the contest with a four-run burst in the top of the third inning and then held on as Durham tried to rally late. After a scoreless start that stretched Nashville’s drought to seven straight innings, the Sounds finally got things moving in the th

DURHAM, NC - The Nashville Sounds saw their nine-game winning streak come to an abrupt end in a rain-shortened game at Durham Bulls Athletic Park, where the Bulls completed a 6-0 shutout after five innings. The loss marked just the second time in 48 games this season Nashville has been blanked, with both shutout defeats arriving on the road. Durham wasted little time, scoring five runs in the first three innings off Major League Rehabber Quinn Priester. The Bulls built the ea

By David Oglesby Photo / Nissan Stadium ORLANDO, FL - On Tuesday, the National Football League announced that Nashville will host Super Bowl LXIV in 2030 at the new Nissan Stadium, setting the stage for a weekslong influx of visitors, business for hospitality operators, and a potential long-term boost to the city’s national brand. The announcement came at the NFL Spring League Meeting in Orlando following an assessment by the league’s Fan Engagement & Major Events Committee a

Photo / Dylan Brown, Midway - Cumberland Athletics YPSILANTI, MI—After a washout on the first day, the Phoenix turned in a solid rebound in round one of the NAIA National Championship, firing a 314 to move into 12th place overall. Despite challenging conditions, Matilda Lind and Crystal Zamzow paced the charge for Ypsilanti, both landing inside the Top 10 of the individual standings after shooting three-over par. The Phoenix, for the most part, played the full opening round,

DURHAM, NC - The Nashville Sounds are rolling again—extending a win streak to eight straight games after pulling off a dramatic 6-5 comeback victory over the Durham Bulls on Tuesday at Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Durham jumped out early, scoring four runs in the bottom of the fourth inning to take a 4-1 advantage and then pushing the lead further with an additional run in the sixth, building a 5-1 cushion. Through the middle innings, the game had the feel of a grind. Nashvill

Photo / Cumberland Athletics LEBANON, TN - Cumberland University Athletics will welcome its 2026 class into the Cumberland University Sports Hall of Fame, honoring standout former student-athletes and the historic 2010 championship team for their achievements and lasting impact on Phoenix athletics. The 2026 Hall of Fame class features Sam Lind (baseball), Nathan Jernigan (football), Jessica Roper (softball), Nate Croley (wrestling), and Kyle Delaune (wrestling), along with t

NASHVILLE, TN — The Nashville Sounds didn’t just beat the Iowa Cubs on Sunday afternoon at First Horizon Park—they finished the job with style, completing a series sweep on a walk-off win powered by a dramatic three-run bottom of the ninth. Nashville entered the final frame needing a spark, and it arrived quickly. After Iowa pushed the game into the late innings, the Sounds loaded the bases with two walks and a single off the bat of Luis Lara to put the tying runs in prime po

Photo / Tennessee Tech Athletics LITTLE ROCK, AR — Tennessee Tech Track & Field capped its Ohio Valley Conference championship run with a standout performance, finishing third overall with 113 points at the 2026 OVC Outdoor Track & Field Championship at the Coleman Sports Complex. For the Golden Eagles, the weekend delivered both momentum and milestones. “It was just a superb weekend from top to bottom for the team,” said Tech head coach Peter Dalton. “We are so proud of our

Photo / Lipscomb Athletics JACKSONVILLE, FL - The Lipscomb Track & Field arrived ready at the ASUN Track Championships and are coming home with some victories. The Bisons moved through the weekend with effective showings in multiple events. The distance crew led the charge, headlined by an unforgettable performance from Ellie Brewer in the women’s 10,000m. Brewer won the ASUN title in 34:44.10, setting an ASUN meet record and helping Lipscomb sweep the top three. Aly Negovet

Photo / APSU Athletics JACKSONVILLE, FL - At Hodges Stadium, the Govs captured their best finish at an ASUN Track & Field Championship, placing third as a team with 104 points—an accomplishment built, event by event, until the final day became a celebration. When the night finally settled, Austin Peay posted a stellar performance, fueled by five podium performances and a relay victory. The headline came in the 4x400-meter relay. Mia McGee, Taylin Segree, Alexis Arnett, and Ma

Lebanon, TN - Cumberland University Athletics is gearing up for another active summer, offering a full slate of youth and prospect camps across June and July aimed at athletes of all ages and skill levels. The 2026 Cumberland University Summer Camps will include programming in baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross country, flag football, football, soccer, softball, and volleyball. Campers will have the chance to train alongside Cumberland coaches and student-athletes, dev

NASHVILLE, TN - The Nashville Sounds extended their winning streak to five games Friday night, defeating the Iowa Cubs 4-3 in walk-off fashion in extra innings at First Horizon Park. Iowa struck first, plating two runs in the opening two frames on a sacrifice fly and an RBI single from Eric Yang. Starter Tate Kuehner absorbed the damage early, leaving after 1.2 innings of work. Easton McGee followed with two outs in the second inning and kept the game from slipping further be

Photo / Thomas Cornern Tennessee Tech Athletics COOKEVILLE, TN - With Tennessee Tech football embarking on its inaugural season in the Southern Conference following consecutive championships, and the first season of a revitalized Tucker Stadium, the Golden Eagles are gearing up to welcome fans back to Cookeville for what the program calls a “new era” of football. Officials say supporters can begin planning travel by adding game kickoff times to their calendars, with the firs

The Nashville Sounds delivered again in a tight, late-inning thriller Thursday night, completing a third consecutive victory over the Iowa Cubs with a 6–5 win at First Horizon Park. Nashville’s momentum has been unmistakable against Iowa. The Sounds have now topped the Cubs three straight times, winning by scores of 9–3, 4–1, and 6–5—and last night’s game was their latest example of how quickly they can change the tempo. A major turning point came when Jordyn Adams took contr

Photo / Cumberland Athletics MOBILE, AL - The Cumberland University women’s tennis season concluded this afternoon as the Phoenix fell 4-0 to Lindsey Wilson University in the NAIA Women’s Tennis National Championship. Cumberland battled against one of the nation’s top teams, but Lindsey Wilson seized control early by winning the doubles point, then rolling through three straight singles victories to clinch the match and advance to the next round. Lindsey Wilson Wins the Doubl