SPORTS

With two true road games, two games at home and two at neutral sites, No. 22 James Madison has not had a November schedule typical of a Top 25 team. Finally, the Dukes (6-0) get a schedule break with their next two games at home against teams with a combined one win. First up is Buffalo (1-5), which arrives Wednesday in Harrisonburg, Va.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Bennett High School football season came to an end Saturday night, but it was hardly a routine exit. The Tigers lost 21-8 to Christian Brothers Academy in a New York State Public High School Athletic Association West semifinal game at Cicero-North Syracuse High School. The loss snapped Bennett's 18-game winning streak and ended the Tigers' run at repeating as Class AA champions.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Erie County legislature chairwoman April Baskin launched what's being called the Taste of Diversity. It's part of the Level Up pilot program to get small businesses that are often overlooked, a chance to compete for contracts at the new Buffalo Bills stadium that is under construction.

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Simmarion Threet, a senior at Cardinal O’Hara High School, excels on the field, court and in the classroom. On top of being a leader on the Hawks’ football and basketball teams, he is also a peer mentor with a new program at his school. This program promotes the inclusion of students […]

The Buffalo Bandits have announced the team’s initial roster for the 2023-24 National Lacrosse League season, pending league approval. Forwards (8): Kyle Buchanan, Josh Byrne, Chris Cloutier, Chase Fraser, Brad McCulley, Tehoka Nanticoke, Brandon Robinson, Dhane Smith. Transition (3): Ian MacKay, Dalton Sulver, Nick Weiss. Defensemen (7): Justin Martin,...

Banditland will open its doors on Dec. 16 with a banner raising as the reigning champions host San Diego at KeyBank Center.

CICERO, NY — The Class AA state semifinal between Christian Brothers Academy and Bennett saw a suspension of play for 70 minutes towards the end of the first half. The delay was caused by a discrepancy on the Bennett sideline after several penalties were called on the Buffalo high school.

At 7:00 p.m. on December 2, dreams could come true for Bills’ fans—at least, on the big screen—when UNBILLIEVABLE! premieres at North Park Theatre. The movie was shot entirely in Buffalo, sponsored by local businesses, and crowdfunded by fans, who are at the heart of the story. “Players come and go, but we’re still here,” says filmmaker Scott Rubin, who co-directed with J. Garrett Vorreuter. “We’re much more interesting than the actual football team: how we survive as fans, year after year; our quirks and coping mechanisms that make us come back the next season even more committed and insane.” To view a trailer, preorder the movie, or purchase tickets, visit unbillievablethemovie.com.

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Bills have hired a new chief legal officer, the law offices of Hodgson Ross confirmed to News 4 on Sunday. Terry Gilbride, a partner with Hodgson Russ, will fill the position. He will also be the team’s Senior Vice President. Gilbride replaces Kathryn D’Angelo, who was fired in October for […]

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute has chosen Cooper Calzonetti as its interim head varsity basketball coach, the preparatory school announced Tuesday. Calzonetti, a Medaille College graduate with coaching experience at Div. I colleges Iona and Towson as well as Div. III Hartwick College, had been an assistant on St. Joe’s basketball staff […]

12 Texas A&M beat Iowa State 73-69 in the third-place game at the ESPN Events Invitational. 5 Iowa beat No. 16 Kansas State 77-70 in the championship game of the Gulf Coast Showcase on Sunday night. Illinois soared to victory with a 90-58 win over Canisius. College Wrestling. The No....

The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team will partner with Child and Family Services for the return of the Sabres Holiday Angels program. Sabres Holiday Angels is an adopt-a-family program that allows Sabres fans to support their neighbors in need this holiday season. “Through the generosity and kindness of our...

Bowling Green junior Marcus Hill scored a game-high 26 points, including the game-winning bucket with less than 20 seconds left to play, to help lead the Falcons to a 77-73 win over Canisius on the final day of the 2023 Northern Classic in Bell Place Arena in Laval, Quebec. The win improved Bowling Green to 4-3 on the year, while the Golden Griffins saw their three-game win streak come to an end with the loss. Canisius is now 4-3 on the year as well.

In the heart of Colden, NY, the Buffalo Ski Club stands as a testament to the town's rich skiing heritage, which dates back to 1931. With its 300-acre landscape and 43 trails, the Club is a convergence of history and modern winter sports, accommodating every level of skier and snowboarder. Its family-oriented ethos is matched by state-of-the-art snowmaking and a variety of lodges that cater to the preferences of its visitors. Engaging snowsports programs, led by PSIA-certified instructors, and community events like potlucks and music gatherings underscore the Club's dedication to fostering a warm, spirited atmosphere.

Loyola’s men’s basketball team topped Boston College 71-68 on Thanksgiving Day after a nail-biting battle in the consolation round of the Hall of Fame Classic in Kansas City, Missouri. Graduate guard Braden Norris led the Ramblers with 20 points and seven rebounds, earning him a spot on the...

NEWPORT NEWS, VA – The Buffalo State men's basketball team dropped their opening game of the CNU/Holiday Inn Invitational against #2 Christopher Newport with a final of 90-54 at the Freeman Center. THE BASICS. FINAL SCORE: #2 Christopher Newport – 90, Buffalo State – 54 LOCATION: Freeman...

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Funeral services for St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute basketball coach Gabe Michael will start at 11 a.m. Saturday at Assumption Church on Amherst Street in Buffalo. "Coach Gabe" died unexpectedly earlier this week. He was 43 years old. Michael had coached the Marauders since 2018. He...

NEWPORT NEWS, VA – The Buffalo State men's basketball team fell behind early, and dropped a non-conference contest to Mary Washington by a final score of 94-42 to close out the Christopher Newport Tournament on Sunday afternoon. THE BASICS. FINAL SCORE: Mary Washington – 94, Buffalo State – 42...

Illinois had five players score in double figures as it defeated Canisius, 90-58, in intercollegiate women's basketball action Sunday afternoon at the State Farm Center in Urbana-Campaign, Ill. Genesis Bryant scored a game-high 21 points to highlight a balanced Fighting Illini (3-2) attack that shot shot 50% from the floor...