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Colby Colwell

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Colby Colwell is a freelance contributor with a bachelor’s in Computer & Information Technology and a minor in Psychology from Western Kentucky University. With a deep passion for sports, especially NASCAR, he offers his substantial knowledge along with his adept writing skills. When he’s not writing, Colby enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with his family.

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No. 11 Purdue puts on offensive clinic vs. No. 21 Michigan

No. 11 Purdue shot lights-out on Friday night in a dominant 91-64 win over No. 21 Michigan.

One of NASCAR's most popular drivers to make return at historic track

There will be even more nostalgia surrounding NASCAR's return to Rockingham Speedway on Easter weekend.

No. 11 Kentucky women have brutal night from deep in loss to Texas A&M

The 11th-ranked Kentucky Wildcats suffered their first setback in conference play with a 61-55 loss to Texas A&M on Thursday night.

No. 12 Ohio State women bounce back, continue to struggle in one critical area

Fortunately for Ohio State, it has been able to overcome the rebounding struggles by taking advantage of turnovers.

Rising star set to be youngest driver to make Cup Series start in 17 years

A highly touted prospect is set to make his Cup Series debut at just 18 years of age.

Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has career night vs. Jazz

The Oklahoma City Thunder picked up their sixth win in their last seven games with a 123-114 win over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. The story of the night, though, was guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

No. 9 TCU women fall one win shy of program record

The Oklahoma State Cowgirls pulled off the 60-59 upset over No. 9 TCU on Wednesday night, handing the Horned Frogs their first conference loss of the season.

Three potential landing spots for Khalil Mack

Following the Los Angeles Chargers' wild-card loss to the Houston Texans, nine-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher Khalil Mack said he needed to take some time to decide on his future playing career. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter on Wednesday, Mack will play next season, although it is unclear which team he will play for.

UConn HC Dan Hurley addresses latest dust-up with officials

UConn head coach Dan Hurley was in the spotlight once again on Tuesday night during the Huskies' 80-78 overtime win over the Butler Bulldogs.

Three potential landing spots for Brittney Griner

For the first time in her career, 10-time All-Star center Brittney Griner is testing the free agent market.

CFP National Championship takeaways: Ohio State holds off late Notre Dame rally

The eighth-seeded Ohio State Buckeyes held off a late rally from No. 7 seed Notre Dame to win their ninth national title, 34-23, and become the first champion of the 12-team playoff.

Watch: Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard caps historic drive with TD vs. Ohio State

The seventh-seeded Notre Dame Fighting Irish had one of the longest opening drives you will ever see.

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 men's basketball poll

In this week's Associated Press Top 25 men's basketball poll released Monday, a unanimous No. 1 emerges and two programs enter the rankings following massive turnarounds. Here are five takeaways from the poll:

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 women's basketball poll

One powerhouse program continues to gain some ground on the No. 1 ranking.

Ravens-Bills takeaways: Buffalo punches ticket to AFC Championship game after chaotic finish

For the first time since 2020, the Buffalo Bills will play for a chance to go to the Super Bowl after a chaotic finish to their 27-25, divisional-round win over the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night.

Watch: UConn's Paige Bueckers becomes fastest player in program history to reach major milestone

UConn star Paige Bueckers reached a major milestone on Sunday against Seton Hall.

No. 12 Michigan State extends winning streak with ranked win over No. 19 Illinois

Michigan State got balanced production from its starters and bench.

West Virginia snaps No. 2 Iowa State's winning streak

West Virginia picked up its fourth ranked win of the season by taking down No. 2 Iowa State, 64-57, on Saturday.

Senators rally to win shootout thriller vs. Bruins

The Ottawa Senators rallied from a two-goal third-period deficit to take down the Boston Bruins, 6-5 in a shootout, on Saturday.

Xavier overcomes abysmal three-point shooting to stun No. 7 Marquette

The Xavier Musketeers avenged a 72-70 loss on Dec. 21 to the Golden Eagles with a 59-57 upset over No. 7 Marquette on Saturday.

No. 8 Kentucky continues to struggle in one critical area in loss to No. 4 Alabama

The No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide picked up a huge 102-97 road win over No. 8 Kentucky on Saturday afternoon.

Nuggets shoot lights-out in comfortable win over reeling Heat

The Denver Nuggets could not miss against the Miami Heat on Friday night in a 133-113 win on the road.

No. 10 TCU women hold off late rally in win over No. 23 Utah

The No. 10 TCU Horned Frogs held off a furious second-half rally from No. 23 Utah in an 81-73 win on Friday night.

Thunder provide encouraging update regarding key player

The Oklahoma City Thunder revealed some positive news about one of their star players on Friday. 

Pacers veteran ties career-high from deep in win over Pistons

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner tied a career-high from behind the arc in the team's 111-100 win over the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night.