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The Rochester Institute of Technology men's lacrosse team is heading to its sixth national championship game, taking on top-ranked Tufts on May 24th. The Tigers have won two titles before and are riding a 16-year NCAA tournament streak.
The defending champion North Carolina Tar Heels are heading back to the national championship game after a commanding 16-6 victory over Maryland. After trailing early, the team locked down defensively and scored 13 straight goals to secure their spot in Sunday's final.
Incoming Kansas State golfer Octavio Laurent just won the NCAA Division II National Championship with a bogey-free final round. The French freshman hasn't even played a single round for the Wildcats yet.
Liberty University sophomore Michael Lugiano clutched a 12-foot birdie putt on the final hole to win the NCAA Corvallis Regional by three strokes. His victory sends him to the national championship and marks the first Conference USA individual regional medal since 2013.
Liberty University sophomore Michael Lugiano clutched a 12-foot birdie putt on the final hole to win the NCAA Corvallis Regional and punch his ticket to the national championship. His dramatic finish nearly sent his entire team to nationals in a playoff thriller.
A two-year-old university esports program just claimed its second national championship, proving that dedication and teamwork can turn last year's defeat into this season's triumph. The University of Arkansas at Monticello's League of Legends team brought home the title after an intense comeback victory.
The University of Virginia men's tennis team clinched their seventh national championship in a thrilling comeback victory, with the deciding match resting on the shoulders of their top-ranked player. The win marks the program's third title in just six years and brought the entire Charlottesville community together in celebration.
Filipino Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo just added another trophy to his collection, leading his French club team to victory at the national championship. The 24-year-old gymnast called it a "special win" as he continues to shine on the international stage.
The University of Virginia men's tennis team rallied from behind three times to defeat Texas 4-3 and claim their seventh national championship in 13 years. The thrilling comeback culminated in a decisive third-set victory by the nation's top-ranked player on center court.
Costa Rica's Club Sport Herediano secured its 32nd national championship by defeating rival Saprissa 2-0, completing a dramatic comeback to win the Clausura 2026 tournament. The victory marks the team's third title in just four tournaments.
The top-ranked Keiser University women's tennis team defeated No. 5 William Carey 4-2 to advance to their eighth consecutive national championship match. The Seahawks will face a new opponent for the first time in years when they take on No. 2 Lindsey Wilson for the title.
Cole Stencel shattered a decade-old track record while six Saint John's University athletes competed for their shot at the national championship. The Minnesota junior ran the 1,500 meters in 3:47.49, breaking a mark that stood since 2015.
The University of Hawaii men's volleyball team rallied from behind to capture their third NCAA national championship, sending waves of celebration across the islands. After dropping the first set, the Rainbow Warriors won three straight to claim the title.
Vigor High School in Mobile launched its first Green Tie Gala to celebrate a winning legacy that includes a national championship and back-to-back state titles. The event brought together legends from past decades with today's players to honor the coaches and athletes who built one of Alabama's proudest football traditions.
The US women's water polo team just clinched their first major international championship in two years, defeating Italy 13-3 in Rotterdam. After back-to-back fourth-place finishes left fans worried, the team roared back to prove they're still a force to be reckoned with.
A Nebraska esports team just claimed their first-ever national championship in Apex Legends, proving that college gaming programs are building real competitive excellence. The victory marks the third national title overall for Bellevue University's rising esports program.
Handley High School celebrated nearly 100 students at its annual Academic Excellence Awards Night, recognizing their outstanding classroom achievements. The May 4 ceremony featured inspiration from a 1956 graduate who played on Auburn's national championship football team.
A Division II underdog just claimed the national rugby title in a heart-stopping finish. Western Washington University held off Iowa State 19-13 as the clock ran out in Indianapolis.
After losing his partner, 94-year-old Bill Vaughan discovered an unlikely community: lawn mower racers who tear around dirt tracks at speeds up to 100 kilometers per hour. This weekend, over 100 racers from across Australia gathered in rural Queensland for the national championships, proving that family can be found in the most unexpected places.
UCLA's beach volleyball team defeated top-seeded Stanford 3-0 to capture their third NCAA championship and first since 2019. The victory marked the Bruins' 127th overall championship as an athletics department.
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