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"Sophie Strong" still going strong as ever as Mustangs softball hosts fifth Memorial Event
PORTAGE, Mich. — For Portage Central, it's never about the end result. At least not when one particular Saturday in April rolls around. "We're playing for a reason, more than a win or loss," said Emerie Clark. "We're playing to help spread awareness, to help make a change. At least for someone."
Former Wyoming standout running back to transfer from Western Michigan football
Wyoming graduate and standout running back C.J. Hester has announced he is transferring out of the Western Michigan University football program after one season with the Broncos. Hester, a 5-foot-11, 190-pound running back, posted on Monday that he is entering the transfer portal. He said, in part, “I want to...
Softball strikes out in Kalamazoo doubleheader
NIU softball (12-27, 5-12 MAC) was held to one run in a doubleheader sweep by Western Michigan University (22-17, 11-5 MAC) on Tuesday. The Huskies recorded just 7 hits and were outscored 4-1, losing the season series against the Broncos. GAME 1: BRONCOS 2 | HUSKIES 0. A pitcher’s duel...
‘We belong’: Playoff bound K-Wings rolling into 1st round with confidence
KALAMAZOO, MI – It took nearly all 72 games, every single one of their 80 points and some help. But for the first time in five years, the Kalamazoo Wings were dancing on Saturday night. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Vote for the 1st Kalamazoo-area spring sports Athlete of the Week (April 8-13)
KALAMAZOO, MI – Spring is officially here and athletes from around Southwest Michigan are eager to showcase their talents. Now, it’s time to recognize them appropriately –– it’s the first Athlete of the Week poll of the 2024 season. If you purchase a product or...
3 unanswered goals lifts P-Central girls soccer to comeback win over Mattawan
PORTAGE, MI – With how the final seconds of Wednesday’s first half transpired, Portage Central girls soccer could’ve very easily felt the burden or gotten frazzled. But there’d be no frets or worries –– that’s not the way Central rolls. If you purchase...
WMU football looking to add at these 2 positions with transfer portal now open
KALAMAZOO, MI – The gate to college football’s spring transfer portal has officially been unlocked, ushering in another wave of infinite opportunities for teams to shape their respective rosters. And for Western Michigan football, opportunity is certainly knocking, too. If you purchase a product or register for an...
WMU baseball team rolls to 8th consecutive win
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — KALAMAZOO, Mich. – The Western Michigan baseball team collected its eighth consecutive win on Tuesday as it rolled past Goshen College, 12-2. WMU’s winning streak is its longest since it won nine in a row in 2005. College baseball: Otsego's Dentler helps lead Broncos...
Belles tennis bounces back from a pair of losses to pull out a win over the Kalamazoo Hornets
After two losses in the past week, the Saint Mary’s tennis team came back to take a 7-2 win over the Kalamazoo Hornets. The Belles are now 13-6 overall on the season and 3-2 in conference play. Doubles. The doubles competition went in favor of the Belles, where they...
Bronco football gears up for spring showcase
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Western Michigan football revamped their offense and defense this season with the additions of new coordinators, now the Broncos will put it on display at their spring showcase on Saturday. “Well so far spring ball has been really, really good this year. The team is super...
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