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Iowa State Coach Fennelly Announces 2027 Retirement — 2dIowa State women’s basketball coach Bill Fennelly will retire after the 2026-27 season, ending a 32-year tenure with the Cyclones and a 39-year head-coaching career. He transformed the program into a consistent winner, compiling a 656-335 record at Iowa State and leading the team to 24 NCAA Tournament appearances.

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McVay Advises Bills Coach Brady Amid Pressure — 3dBills coach Joe Brady is facing the pressure of leading a playoff contender in his first NFL head-coaching season, and Rams coach Sean McVay—who took over in his early 30s—says he understands the job’s unexpected burdens. After Buffalo’s first loss, Brady emphasized holding the team to its standards, while the Bills look to address recent turnovers and defensive lapses against Los Angeles.

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Seedorf takes Corinthians job amid relegation fight — 3dCorinthians appointed Clarence Seedorf head coach through December 2027, sitting 16th on 32 points—one place above relegation after seven straight losses.

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ASU Assistant Coach Misses Opener Amid Player-Collapse Fallout — 6dArizona State assistant coach Alex Hicks will miss the hockey team’s home opener amid fallout from defenseman Matthew Mayich’s exertional heatstroke during an August workout that left him on life support; head coach Greg Powers is already on administrative leave. The university is conducting an independent review and police are investigating, while players and Mayich’s family have called for broader changes to the coaching staff and accountability.

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Dolphins fall to 0-5 after Bengals loss — 3dThe Miami Dolphins fell to 0-5 with a 31-24 loss to Cincinnati, as quarterback Malik Willis committed three turnovers and Miami’s passing attack again struggled. Coach Jeff Hafley called for greater consistency through the air, while the team heads into its bye week seeking answers despite a productive rushing performance.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

College Teams Plan Exhibition Openers Sunday — 5dDefending national champion Michigan opens its 2026–27 season with an exhibition against Eastern Michigan on Sunday, Oct. 11, after a 37–3 title-winning campaign. The game marks Mike Boynton Jr.’s first at Crisler Center as head coach and offers a first look at the Wolverines’ revamped roster; it will stream on B1G+.

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LSU Edges McNeese 63-60 in Wade’s ReturnSports — Oct 7, 2026LSU opened Will Wade’s second stint as head coach with a 63-60 exhibition win over McNeese State in Wade’s return to Lake Charles. The Tigers overcame early free-throw struggles by converting key attempts late, while the matchup renewed attention on the programs Wade led to success in his two seasons with the Cowboys.

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Shanahan Set to Pass Walsh as 49ers Longest-Serving Coach vs Broncos — Oct 2, 2026Kyle Shanahan is set to surpass Bill Walsh as the 49ers’ most tenured head coach, reaching the franchise milestone in his 10th season when San Francisco faces Denver. The matchup carries a family connection: Shanahan’s father, Mike, coached the Broncos to two Super Bowl titles; Kyle has led the 49ers to two Super Bowl appearances but has yet to win a championship.

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No. 5 Ohio State Hosts Maryland for Homecoming — Oct 5, 2026Ohio State heads into Saturday’s home game against Maryland after a 31-14 win at Iowa, where Jeremiah Smith set school career records and strengthened his Heisman candidacy. The Buckeyes are favored to extend their unbeaten series record against a struggling Terrapins team, whose coach Mike Locksley faces growing pressure.

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Oregon Teen Dies After High School Football InjurySports — Oct 6, 2026Mason Flores, a 15-year-old Sweet Home High School football player, died on his 16th birthday, a week after suffering a severe head injury in a junior varsity game against Marist Catholic. His family plans to donate his organs, and the school community—including Oregon coach Dan Lanning—has shared tributes and support for his family and teammates.

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4-0 49ers Face Seahawks Test — Oct 7, 2026The 4-0 49ers face a tough test against Seattle, whose disciplined, aggressive defense has stifled San Francisco before; Kyle Shanahan says he is focused on the next game, warning that early-season success can quickly change. The start has also highlighted a sack-free offensive line and defensive depth, while Shanahan has voiced confidence in developing the right linemen and marked a milestone as the franchise’s longest-tenured head coach, drawing praise from George Kittle.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

LAFC fires Dos Santos after 1-4-5 run — Sep 28, 2026LAFC parted ways with head coach Marc Dos Santos on Sept. 27, 2026 after a 1-4-5 MLS run since Aug. 1, sitting sixth in the West with 41 points.

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Priya Raman Sixth place should have bought Dos Santos more time. Firing him now risks more instability before they find a real replacement.

Parma and Carlos Cuesta part ways after difficult Serie A start — Sep 27, 2026Parma have parted ways with head coach Carlos Cuesta after internal discussions concluded they disagreed on the club’s sporting direction. The change comes after a poor opening to the Serie A season, and the club’s technical staff will lead training while Parma considers a replacement.

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Dana Whitfield Parma's quick split with Cuesta shows they value results over patience in a tough league.

Spain Extends De la Fuente Contract Through 2032 — Sep 21, 2026Spain extends World Cup winner Luis de la Fuente through 2032, the longest head-coach tenure the national team has ever agreed.

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Maya Lindstrom Eight years feels like a big commitment, but he deserves it for delivering that title and building a solid squad.

Syracuse Coach Brown Flagged During 27-13 Pitt Loss — Sep 18, 2026Fran Brown was flagged after moving his head at a referee as if to make him flinch and saying officials were 'effing cheating' in Syracuse's 27-13 loss to Pitt.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Liverpool Names Julian Ward Sporting Director — Sep 26, 2026Liverpool has brought Julian Ward back as sporting director, replacing Richard Hughes after serving as Fenway Sports Group’s technical director; Ward is expected to lead recruitment and support head coach Andoni Iraola. His experience at the club is viewed as a source of continuity amid repeated leadership changes, though some observers have questioned the recent transfer record and say the club’s recruitment needs to better align with the manager’s plans.

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Ecuador names Gallardo coach through 2030 World Cup — Sep 14, 2026Ecuador named Marcelo Gallardo, River Plate’s 14-trophy coach, head coach through the 2030 World Cup after its 2026 knockout exit to Mexico.

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Priya Raman Bringing in an Argentine coach with that pedigree should help Ecuador develop better tactics after the Mexico loss.

Shanahan Limited Ahead of Melbourne Opener — Jul 25, 2026San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan will be limited in training camp after a July 14 car crash that left him with non-life-threatening injuries. Assistant head coach Chris Foerster and team coordinators will assume head coaching duties while he recovers, with no timetable for full clearance.

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Houston Dash fires coach Gautrat and technical director Kilgore, names interim — Sep 13, 2026The Houston Dash fired head coach Fabrice Gautrat and technical director Twila Kilgore, with Jaime Frias named interim head coach for the remainder of the season as the team conducts a search for its next leader. The changes come amid a slump near the bottom of the NWSL standings, six games left in the season, and reiterated commitments from club president Angela Hucles Mangano about pursuing long-term ambitions.

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Priya Raman Interim coach Frias has a tough job ahead stabilizing the squad while the front office looks for new leadership.

Florida State Head Football Coach Gives Emotional Speech Following 60-Point Blowout Loss to GeorgiaReporting — Jan 5, 2024An emotional speech given by Florida State’s head football coach has gone viral on social media. Mike Norvell, who led the Seminoles to a 13-0 record heading into their season finale in the Orange Bowl on Saturday, gave…

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Lions Head Coach Responds to the Backlash Over Controversial 4th Down Decisions, Ending Detroit’s SeasonOpinion — Jan 29, 2024Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell said after Sunday’s crushing NFC Championship Game loss to the San Francisco 49ers that he had no regrets about his team’s two failed attempts to convert on 4th down. Both plays…

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Bills Head Coach Provides Big Update in Damar Hamlin’s Remarkable RecoveryReporting — Jan 19, 2023Sixteen days after dropping to the field with a cardiac arrest mid-game, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is reconnecting with the team by visiting its facility “almost daily,” according to Bills head coach Sean…

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Buffalo Bills Head Coach in First Public Comments Since Hamlin Collapse: ‘Glory to God’Reporting — Jan 6, 2023Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott thanked a long list of people for going above and beyond since safety Damar Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest on the field Monday night in Cincinnati, but he had one very important…

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Italy poised to name Andrea Pirlo head coach — Jul 24, 2026Italy appears set to appoint Andrea Pirlo as its new head coach of the men's national team after missing the 2026 World Cup, with Gennaro Gattuso leaving the role and the federation aiming to rebuild ahead of Euro 2028 and 2030 qualifiers. Reports indicate Guardiola and Ancelotti declined, leaving Pirlo, who currently coaches UAE’s United FC, to lead the Azzurri through a contract potentially covering the 2030 World Cup period.

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