The Colorado Avalanche spoiled Anze Kopitar’s final home opener in style, riding Martin Necas’s two-goal night and Scott Wedgewood’s 24-save performance to a dominant 4–1 win over the Los Angeles Kings. What started as a flashy debut for LA’s new silver helmets turned into a humbling reminder that Colorado still runs the Western Conference.

The UFL just planted its flag in Ohio with the launch of the Columbus Aviators, a new pro football team set to debut in 2026. Backed by a football-crazy city, a fresh identity, and plans to tap into Buckeye Country talent, the Aviators are ready to take flight and put Columbus on the pro football map.

A dominant first-half performance powered TCU soccer to a 3-1 victory over Iowa State, as the Horned Frogs netted three early goals and cruised to their 10th win of the season behind a balanced, confident showing in Big 12 play.

Washington pulled off a stunning 24-20 comeback win over Maryland, erasing a 20-point deficit with a 21-point fourth quarter to hand the Terps their first loss of 2025. The Huskies’ furious rally, capped by Jonah Coleman’s late touchdown, marked their biggest road comeback since 1993.

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.

The Alamodome in San Antonio stands as a rare example of a debt-free, multi-use stadium that continues to thrive without a marquee tenant, proving that practical design and civic-minded planning can outperform flashier, billion-dollar venues. Its consistent adaptability and economic impact have made it a reliable host for major events like the NCAA Final Four, benefiting both fans and the local community.

Minnesota fell to Penn State 69-60 despite a strong individual effort from Femi Odukale and Dawson Garcia’s double-double, as offensive struggles and key scoring droughts cost the Gophers the game. Penn State capitalized on Minnesota’s inefficiency, using a decisive second-half run and clutch free-throw shooting to secure the victory.

Seton Hall stunned UConn with a 69-68 overtime victory, snapping a nine-game losing streak thanks to Isaiah Coleman's 23-point performance and Scotty Middleton's game-winning tip-in. The Pirates' relentless defense and clutch plays in the final minute overcame UConn's late lead, highlighting both Seton Hall's resilience and the Huskies' ongoing offensive struggles.