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More than 1,200 volunteers from around the world converge on California's Coachella Valley each year to run the American Express Golf Tournament, a beloved event that's generated over $65 million for local charities. Their dedication powers both world-class golf and life-changing community impact.
Brandon Nakashima claimed his first Ultimate Tennis Showdown title in Rio de Janeiro, defeating 17-year-old Brazilian sensation Guto Miguel in a thrilling final. The tournament marked UTS's debut in South America and showcased rising young talent alongside established pros.
Florida A&M's baseball team defeated Southern 5-1 in the SWAC Tournament semifinals and now faces Alabama State for the championship and an automatic NCAA Tournament bid. The Rattlers swept their opponent during the regular season and are chasing their second conference title in four years.
World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler started his 2026 season with a milestone victory, capturing his 20th PGA Tour win at the American Express tournament in California. The 28-year-old dominated the final round with nine birdies to join an elite group of players who've reached 20 wins before age 30.
The Kansas Jayhawks claimed their first Big 12 Tournament championship since 2006 with a dominant 9-0 shutout victory. The win secured their spot as likely top seeds in the NCAA Tournament with home-field advantage.
The University of Texas softball team just made history, claiming their first-ever SEC Tournament Championship with a dominant 7-1 victory over Alabama. After a 21-year conference tournament title drought, the Longhorns are headed to the NCAA Tournament as champions.
An Eastern European immigrant asked Americans to explain their famous friendliness. The wholesome responses reveal what makes American culture uniquely welcoming.
Before the NCAA Tournament captivates millions, 365 college basketball teams battle through two weeks of high-stakes conference tournaments for their shot at glory. Every underdog team has an inspiring story of perseverance and dreams realized.
The Milwaukee Panthers are heading to the NCAA Baseball Tournament for the first time since 2010, capping a stunning seven-game winning streak with a walk-off championship victory. Coach Shaun Wegner made history as the fastest Milwaukee coach to reach the tournament in just his third season.
The Arkansas Razorbacks claimed their first SEC Tournament championship since 2000, defeating Vanderbilt 86-75 in Nashville. Tournament MVP Darius Acuff led the historic comeback with 30 points and 11 assists.
Two new professional American football leagues are launching in Europe this spring, backed by major investors who believe local fans are finally ready for homegrown gridiron action. After decades of false starts, organizers say the secret is focusing on European players instead of importing American talent.
Both men's and women's March Madness tournaments are growing by eight teams next season, giving more college athletes a shot at championship glory. It's the biggest tournament expansion in over 30 years, creating new opportunities for schools across the country.
The Texas Longhorns dominated top-ranked South Carolina 78-61 to claim their first SEC tournament championship, ending the Gamecocks' three-year winning streak. Tournament MVP Madison Booker led the charge as Texas proved they belong among college basketball's elite.
West Virginia avenged two heartbreaking regular season losses to beat TCU 62-53 for their second Big 12 tournament title. The win could earn the Mountaineers their first chance to host NCAA tournament games at home in over 30 years.
The University of New Mexico Lobos broke a 21-year tournament drought with a decisive 7-2 victory over Fresno State in the Mountain West Softball Championship. Three home runs powered the team's first conference tournament win since 2005.
New Zealand's under-15 girls soccer team dominated an eight-nation Oceania tournament in Fiji, winning all their matches including a 12-0 victory in the final. The tournament gave young players their first taste of international competition without high-stakes pressure.
A landmark settlement with pharmacy giant Express Scripts will force major changes that could save Americans up to $7 billion on insulin costs over the next decade. The Federal Trade Commission says the company artificially inflated prices and blocked access to the lifesaving diabetes medication.
A small South Carolina school just pulled off one of the biggest wins in its history, defeating powerhouse Oklahoma State in the NCAA baseball tournament. USC Upstate had never won a single game in the NCAA tournament until Friday night.
Boxing legend Mike Tyson is stepping up to save American boxing with a new invitational tournament in Las Vegas. The Hall of Famer wants to rebuild the grassroots boxing scene that once produced champions like himself.
Ronal Longa ran the fastest 100 meters in South American history, clocking 9.85 seconds in front of his home crowd in Medellín. His stunning performance launched Colombia to a seven-medal night at the inaugural Pan American Athletics Championship.
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