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Zach Wadley

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Zach Wadley's sportswriting career began at the age of 12 when he started covering Little League games for his local newspaper. Since then, he's worked in the sports information field where he merged his love of writing, social media, and broadcasting. He is a graduate of Anderson University (IN).

Why the Big Ten is the big winner of college football so far

A season can't be won or lost in Week 1, but it can pay dividends moving forward. For the Big Ten, it did just that. All 18 teams played and 17 won — the highest win percentage of the Power Four conferences.

Top five Week 2 college football games: TV info, predictions, start time

Week 1 of college football is in the books and the sport proved once again why it is one of the best. Another quality slate of games awaits in Week 2.

Record-low attendance signals Cardinals fans have had enough of mediocrity

Empty seats are expected in professional sports. Spectators don't want to see losing clubs or spend time in old, uninviting stadiums. But empty seats in Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals? 

College football's 10 most important people in Week 1

Here are the 10 who will influence the first full week of games.

College basketball's opening week falls flat: Here's how to fix it

How might college basketball spice up a bland opening week?

There's still half of Shohei Ohtani's game that Dodgers haven't experienced yet

Ohtani hasn't pitched this season due to elbow surgery last September, but he threw his first 10 pitches off a mound Saturday. The Dodgers have said that Ohtani won't pitch this season, but it's a step in the right direction for the two-way star.

Top 5 Week 1 college football games: TV info, predictions, start time

Week 0, though light on games, provided the Yellow Jackets' big upset, along with FCS powerhouse Montana State scoring 21 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to beat New Mexico. That was just the appetizer. Here comes the main course.

2026 World Baseball Classic dates, pools announced

The 20-team competition will be held March 5-17, 2026.

Don't look now, but here come the Houston Astros

Death, taxes and the Houston Astros in the American League Championship Series. Those have been the certainties of life since 2017 as the Astros have made seven straight trips to the ALCS.

Report reveals when Mauricio Pochettino could be officially named USMNT coach

The United States men's national team is close to officially getting its man.

Top three Week 0 college football games: Where to watch, predictions, start time

After an offseason of talk about playoff expansion, conference realignment and the rebirth of a fan-favorite video game, it is finally time to actually play some football.

Three silver linings in White Sox's black cloud of a season

These are dark times on Chicago's South Side.

College hockey takes center stage this January at Wrigley Field

The confines of Wrigley Field might be a bit chillier than usual in January 2025, but they will be just as friendly when college hockey takes center stage.

Three reasons for the Royals' turnaround after dismal 2023 season

What a difference a year has made for the Kansas City Royals.

'You're always paying attention': What it's like to mark Lionel Messi

An MLS defender details what it's like trying to mark a world-class player like Lionel Messi.

This Arsenal squad's legacy is on the line in 2024-2025

The Gunners finished second last season, missing out on the title on the final day of the season after a runner-up finish in 2022-2023.

Will the Saudi Pro League ever be taken seriously?

The Saudi Pro League keeps trying to lure in the game's biggest stars, and it continues to be rebuffed. The league's latest target, Brazilian star Vinicius Junior, rejected an offer reportedly worth $382.5 million annually, per Mario Cortegana of The Athletic.

Why Serbia win was so important for future of USA Basketball

As the saying goes: "age is just a number." And that's never been more true than in Team USA men's basketball's win over Serbia on Thursday in the Olympic semifinals.

Lauri Markkanen is proof that patience pays off

Lauri Markkanen is laughing all the way to the bank. The new owner of a five-year, $238 million extension with the Utah Jazz, Markkanen has blossomed into an All-Star and the centerpiece of his franchise.

MLB strikes gold with Bristol Motor Speedway

Major League Baseball and one of the world's most famous speedways are teaming up for a special night of baseball in 2025.

One game each week that will impact College Football Playoff

Here's one game each week that should significantly impact the CFP.

As matches pile up, Robert Lewandowski questions soccer calendar

At 35 years old, FC Barcelona and Polish National Team forward Robert Lewandowski recently logged more than 4,700 minutes for the year.

Erik ten Hag challenges Manchester United owners, but time is of the essence

Erik ten Hag challenged Man United ownership to "prove" they back him by sticking with him this season even if things get rough. 

Dabo Swinney sounds off on proposed roster changes

Currently, college football programs are limited to 85 scholarships with a limit of 120 players on a roster. Under the new cap of 105 players, teams could add 20 more scholarship players to their rosters, but could not exceed 105 players.

Tommy Pham is the spark the Cardinals need down the stretch

Pham made an immediate impact upon his return to St. Louis.