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Steve Maddalena Named 2026 GAM Super Senior Player of the Year

Steve Maddalena. Photo courtesy Golf Association of Michigan. (November 9, 2026 9:16 AM ET) Steve Maddalena of Jackson, who turns 67 in January, has decided the Super Senior competition for those over age 65 is a good thing. “It’s easier than playing against the younger guys in the regular senior...

Jackson, MI · 3d
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MISportsNow

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Charlevoix graduate Luke Snyder thriving on 8-2 Butler team

INDIANA - Luke Snyder has navigated a college football career defined by perseverance, geographic challenges and physical injuries. Hailing from Charlevoix, Snyder spent 5 seasons at Davenport University, where he served as a senior team captain before transferring to Butler. Growing up in Northern Michigan, Snyder recognized early that local athletes needed to take deliberate extra steps to compete at higher levels. “I always knew that you had to take extra steps coming from, I mean, coming from Charlevoix, it’s the competition,” Snyder said. “Is there a difference? I can see the talent difference. But at the end of the day, it’s really just about how bad you want it.” To gain exposure, Snyder traveled extensively during his youth with his father and brother, making annual trips to Louisiana for the Manning Passing Academy in Thibodaux, La. He also attended camps at IMG Academy and events in Ohio to measure his progress against elite prospects. “I went to all different camps just to get exposure and to sort of gauge where your level of competition is at versus other kids and how you stack up,” Snyder said. “And I think that’s really important for young athletes coming out of Northern

Charlevoix, MI · 2d

Huron Daily Tribune

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Ubly, Deckerville chase regional and state final appearances in Week 12

Ubly and Deckerville are still alive in the Michigan high school football playoffs. Here’s the Week 12 path to the state finals.

Ubly, MI · 2d

Petoskey News Review

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Petoskey volleyball vs. Midland Dow, regional semifinals highlights

Petoskey, MI · 1d

WOOD TV8

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River City invitational happening Saturday

Grand Rapids, MI · 1d

College Sports Network

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“Fire Kyle Whittingham”: Dave Portnoy Unleashes on Michigan HC After Embarrassing Loss to Michigan State

Michigan’s season hit another low point, and frustration among Wolverines supporters is becoming hard to ignore. Following a 15-6 home defeat to Michigan State, Barstool Sports founder and outspoken Michigan fan Dave Portnoy called for head coach Kyle Whittingham and offensive coordinator Jason Beck to be fired. Michigan State entered the rivalry matchup with no Big Ten victories. However, the Spartans stunned the Wolverines, leaving Michigan with a 5-4 overall record and a disappointing 2-4 mark in conference play. Portnoy did not hold back, taking aim at the coaching staff and questioning whether Whittingham was the right person to lead the program. “Fire Kyle Whittingham. Fire Jason Beck. This is the lowest, most embarrassing Michigan Football has been in my lifetime. What an absolute joke of a football team,” Portnoy wrote on X. Fire Kyle Whittingham. Fire Jason Beck. This is the lowest most embarrassing Michigan Football has been in my lifetime. What an absolute joke of a football team #Goblue https://t.co/3GffHFVfA2 — Dave Portnoy (@stoolpresidente) November 8, 2026 In a lengthy video, Portnoy argued that the coaching staff was primarily responsible for the team’s struggles and insisted that the players should not be blamed. He questioned Whittingham’s leadership and

Michigan · 4d

The News Advocate

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Bear Lake volleyball raises money for Stomp Out Cancer Fund

The Bear Lake volleyball team raised money for the Stomp Out Cancer Fund during a match on Oct. 15.

Bear Lake, MI · 2d

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Watch Natasza Dudek lead Pioneer’s three sub-17 minute runners at Michigan cross country state meet

Pioneer star Natasza Dudek was a part 1-2-3 Pioneer finish at the Division 1 state finals, with all three girls breaking the 17-minute barrier in the 5K.

Ann Arbor, MI · 3d

Petoskey News Review

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Petoskey boys match best-ever finals finish in top 5, St. Michael top 10

BROOKLYN — There are always so many scenarios of how things can go at an event as big as the cross country state championships . With nearly 30 teams and over 250 runners all looking to push themselves harder than they have all season, competition for spots is intense. But the Petoskey boys cross country team prepared themselves all season long for that kind of environment. And, on Saturday at the Division 2 state finals at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, it paid off. The Northmen matched their best-ever team finish at the state championships with a fourth place D2 ending amongst some tough teams. Petoskey was one of a handful of teams out of the area that impressed, along with the Charlevoix boys in Division 3, the Petoskey St. Michael boys in Division 4 and a host of individuals. Harbor Springs’ girls, Mackinaw City’s boys and the St. Michael girls also earned top 15 state finishes. For the Petoskey boys, who received a parade welcome through downtown in their return, the three teams ahead of their 185-point finish came as East Grand Rapids (152), Holland Christian (159) and Pinckney (160). Charlevoix State Championship RAYDER CHAMPIONS: Charlevoix runs "normal" day

Petoskey, MI · 3d

Petoskey News Review

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Charlevoix runs 'normal' day to pull off second straight state title

Note: This story can't run in print until the Thursday, Nov. 12 edition due to no print edition for Veterans Day on Wednesday Nov. 11. BROOKLYN — The Charlevoix boys cross country team knew the predictions. Even as a defending state champion in Division 3 , the odds from a well-known Michigan running website weren’t great. “They gave us a 2% chance to win it all,” Charlevoix coach Doug Drenth said. “Some of the guys knew it going in, we didn’t talk about it, but they saw it.” Charlevoix’s group might have known about it entering Saturday’s Division 3 state championship race at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, but paid no mind to it. They always believed, 2% or not, and that belief was all that mattered for that largest collection of runners in attendance that could already call themselves state champions. Now, they can change that to two-time Division 3 state champs. “I’d say it was a surprise, but the guys believed they could do it,” Drenth said. “I’m grateful for this group of guys. Like last year, we always believed. A lot of people doubted us. A lot of people thought, throughout the year, thought we were outside

Charlevoix, MI · 3d

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More than 6,000 mountain bikers compete in the Iceman Cometh Challenge

What is the economic impact of the Iceman Cometh Challenge on Michigan?. Why is the Iceman Cometh Challenge considered a unique mountain bike race?. KALKASKA AND GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTIES, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- More than 6,000 mountain bike racers from around the world competed in the Iceman Cometh Challenge here in northern Michigan.

Traverse City, MI · 4d

WLNS

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Williamston falls to Elk Rapids in state championship game

GRAND LEDGE, Mich. (WLNS) – An improbable run to the state championship game ended in heartbreak for the Williamston boys soccer team. The Hornets fell to Elk Rapids in overtime, 1-0, in the Division 3 state championship game. Noah Liggett scored the lone goal with just over two minutes remaining in the second overtime period. […]

Williamston, MI · 4d

MLive

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92nd Michigan Mud Bowl raises more than $100,000 for C.S. Mott Children's Hospital

Michigan · 4d

LehighValleyLive.com

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Big Ten schools collecting urine at Saturday’s rivalry game in ‘Piss Off’

Tailgaters at one Big Ten game this Saturday can relieve themselves for a good cause. Researchers from Michigan and Michigan State will collect urine from those tailgating before the game in something called “The Piss Off.”. According to The Athletic, it’s coordinated by Michigan’s Nutrient-Energy-Water (N-E-W) Cycles Group....

Ann Arbor, MI · 6d

Petoskey News Review

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Special East Jordan team meets end against juggernaut Beal City

BEAL CITY — There’s no discrediting the work that’s been done and progress shown by the East Jordan football team. But, there’s another level to reach still. The Red Devils got an up close look at it Friday night in a Division 8 playoff showdown with powerhouse Beal City. An unbeaten Aggies team built a commanding lead on the Red Devils and never looked back to get to 11-0 on the season after a 41-6 win. “It was a game that we kind of knew some things had to go our way,” East Jordan coach Adam Grybauskas said, speaking highly of Beal City. “They came out and it was obviously very physical and it kind of shocked us a little bit. It just ended up what it was.” It’s now four straight seasons of at least 11 wins for Beal City, who earned a 2024 Division 8 state title and reached the semifinals the year prior. That’s the kind of level Grybauskas one day wants to see the Red Devils competing at, but it takes time. “They’re about as established as you can be,” Grybauskas added on the Aggies. “We’re building something and it’s been something we’re saying, we’re still

East Jordan, MI · 5d

The News Advocate

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Manistee football falls in district final

"To the credit of our kids and our senior leadership and coaches, we found a way to make the most of it to get things back on track."

Manistee, MI · 4d

Petoskey News Review

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Charlevoix football hoists first-ever district title in dominant fashion

CHARLEVOIX — Being the first to ever do something is a merit nobody can take away. And, it comes with a feeling that only those who were in that moment can ever truly describe. When future Charlevoix football teams wonder what it's like to win a district championship, members of the 2026 team is who they'll turn to. They stand alone with that knowledge. Where other teams came close, this year's Rayder team finished the job for the first time ever on Thursday, Nov. 6 against Harrison in a Division 7 district championship meeting at home. With a team built for the poor weather and gritty month of November football, Charlevoix put on a dominant display of toughness to capture a 41-8 victory and garb hold of what has eluded them all these years. “It’s all about the kids,” Charlevoix coach Don Jess said. “I’m so excited for them. They’ve worked really hard and we knew coming in that Harrison was going to be a handful after seeing that McBain score.” The Rayders have collected seven straight playoff seasons, reaching district championship games in four of those campaigns, including three straight years that ended in heartbreak. For Jess, this title

Charlevoix, MI · 5d

WNDU

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Friday Night Frenzy: Week 12 High School Football Scores and Highlights

Championship hardware was on the line across Indiana and Michigan as area contenders punched their tickets to the next round. Here's a look at all the scores and highlights from week 12 of Friday Night Frenzy.

South Bend, IN · 5d

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Gaylord St. Mary wins regional after long bus trip to Lake Linden-Hubbell

When did Gaylord St. Mary last win a regional title before 2026?. Where was the 8-Player Division 2 regional final held between Gaylord St. Mary and Lake Linden-Hubbell?. The high school football postseasons continued on Saturday with three area teams in games. Gaylord St. Mary took on Lake-Linden Hubbell in...

Gaylord, MI · 4d