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Grace Men’s Soccer Capture Convincing Win to Start Season

Lancers Capture Convincing Win to Start Season DUNBAR, W.V. - Grace College’s men's soccer team kicked off the 2026 season in convincing fashion with a dominant win. The Lancers (1-0) toppled the University of Northwestern Ohio (0-1) 3-0 on Thursday afternoon. Grace, who was ranked No. 22 in the season opening coaches’ poll, had three different players score in the contest and goalie Ben Kenn picked up the clean sheet. The Lancers controlled the pace from the opening kickoff and Knox Ritter had an early shot toward goal redirected. Just minutes later Grace netted its first marker of the season. A set piece opportunity allowed the Lancers to push their players toward...

No.13 Pilots Fall 2-0 to No.6 Indiana Tech in Season Opener

MISHAWAKA, IND. – Bethel Men's Soccer controlled long stretches of the season and home opener but couldn't solve Indiana Tech's defense, falling 2-0 to the 6th ranked Warriors on Thursday at Morey Field. Quick Facts Location: Morey Field | Mishawaka, Ind. Game Results: Indiana def. Bethel 2-0 Records: Bethel - 0-1-0 | Indiana Tech - 1-0-0 NAIA Top-25: BU - #13 | IT - #6 MATCH RECAP Bethel came out with early chances in the game, drawing back-to-back saves out of Alan Fleischer on shots from Luca Canto in the 7th and 14th minutes before Noe Ferreira rattled the post in the...

Penn’s Landon Hall has passed all of his tests with flying colors

By Paul Condry and Matt Kopsea Landon Hall prides himself by trying to stay one step ahead of the competition. “My greatest strengths on the football field are my accuracy and my anticipation,” explained the Penn High senior quarterback. “My accuracy is elite. I am able to put the ball anywhere on the field whenever I want. My anticipation is next level and that comes from me understanding the defenses so well. “I know what the defense is gonna do before they even do it. That really helps me be able to anticipate and throw my receivers into tight windows or even throw them open.” The 6-foot-4, 205-pound right-hander proved to be a man of his words during the 2025...

Beacons Cruise to Home-Opening Win Over Western Illinois

Beacons Cruise to Home-Opening Win Over Western Illinois   The Valpo soccer team made Thursday’s home opener at Brown Field a fun one, scoring twice in the opening 13 minutes and cruising to a 4-0 victory over Western Illinois.   How It Happened -          The Beacons opened the scoring in the eighth minute. Alyssa Thomas (Waunakee, Wis./Waunakee [Wright State]) looped a pass into the path of Ashley Trippeer (Mokena, Ill./Lincoln-Way Central) running down the right wing. Trippeer crossed it back into the box along the ground, where it made its way to Brylie Walos (Hartland, Wis./Arrowhead), who was sprinting in from...

MATT’S MATCHUPS 2026 FOOTBALL – WEEK ONE

As I embark on my 16th season of picking games, I am hoping to equal or do better than last year’s mark of 240-55 (81 percent). During the regular campaign, I will once again be selecting Northern Indiana, Northern Lakes, Indiana Northern State, and Duneland Conference contests. All records are 2025 final. NORTHERN INDIANA CONFERENCE Adams (4-6) at Culver Academy (3-7): The Eagles flew past Culver Academy, 35-7, a year ago. Lamarr Shaw amassed 57 tackles with 13.5 for loss for Adams. Andrew Kang tallied 79 tackles and three sacks for Culver Academy. Matt’s pick: Adams 22, Culver Academy 20. Elkhart (6-4) at Concord (11-2): The No 5 (Class 5A) Minutemen edged Elkhart,...

THE 2026 INDIANA FOOTBALL DIGEST’S TOP GAMES – WEEK ONE

ADAMS CENTRAL (13-1) AT FORT WAYNE BISHOP LUERS (9-6) KICKOFF: 7 p.m. EDT, Luers Field. COACHES: Michael Mosser, 168-51 in 18th season at Adams Central. Kyle Lindsay, 104-71 in 14th season at Bishop Luers. PREVIOUS MEETING: First get together on the gridiron. UP NEXT: Adams Central hosts Eastside. Bishop Luers entertains Andrean. TOP PERFORMERS: Reese Hammond accounted for 136 tackles with nine for loss and three interceptions for the No. 5 (Class 3A) Flying Jets. TJ Epperson recorded 1,462 yards rushing for the No. 10 (Class 4A) and two-time defending Class 3A state runner-up Knights. COACHES CORNER: “If you love high school football, this is a great game to go...

THE 2026 INDIANA FOOTBALL DIGEST INSIDER – PRE-SEASON EDITION

BY PAUL CONDRY AND MATT KOPSEA NEWS AND NOTES A lack of participants has forced Greenwood Christian and South Newton to compete in eight-man football for the 2026 campaign. Both programs anticipate returning to 11-man football for the 2027 season. Due to lower numbers, Wabash will play a hybrid schedule featuring both eight-man and 11-man football. It gives the Apaches the best opportunity to keep our young team safe throughout the season while putting our players in a position to compete in meaningful games. After being away last fall, Larry “Bud” Wright and Mike Kirschner are both back in charge of programs. Wright, who is Indiana’s winningest coach with 464...

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Grace Men’s Soccer Capture Convincing Win to Start Season

by | Aug 21, 2026 | College Sports, Crossroads League, Headlines, Men's Soccer, NAIA | 0 Comments

Lancers Capture Convincing Win to Start Season DUNBAR, W.V. - Grace College’s men's soccer team kicked off the 2026 season in convincing fashion with a dominant win....

Penn’s Landon Hall has passed all of his tests with flying colors

by | Aug 21, 2026 | Football Blogs, Headlines, RRSN News | 0 Comments

By Paul Condry and Matt Kopsea Landon Hall prides himself by trying to stay one step ahead of the competition. “My greatest strengths on the football field are my...

Beacons Cruise to Home-Opening Win Over Western Illinois

by | Aug 21, 2026 | College Sports, Headlines, Women's Soccer | 0 Comments

Beacons Cruise to Home-Opening Win Over Western Illinois   The Valpo soccer team made Thursday’s home opener at Brown Field a fun one, scoring twice in the opening...

MATT’S MATCHUPS 2026 FOOTBALL – WEEK ONE

by | Aug 21, 2026 | Football Blogs, Headlines, Matt's Matchups | 0 Comments

As I embark on my 16th season of picking games, I am hoping to equal or do better than last year’s mark of 240-55 (81 percent). During the regular campaign, I will once...

THE 2026 INDIANA FOOTBALL DIGEST’S TOP GAMES – WEEK ONE

by | Aug 21, 2026 | Football Blogs, Headlines, Matt's Matchups, RRSN News | 0 Comments

ADAMS CENTRAL (13-1) AT FORT WAYNE BISHOP LUERS (9-6) KICKOFF: 7 p.m. EDT, Luers Field. COACHES: Michael Mosser, 168-51 in 18th season at Adams Central. Kyle...

THE 2026 INDIANA FOOTBALL DIGEST INSIDER – PRE-SEASON EDITION

by | Aug 20, 2026 | Football Blogs, Headlines, Matt's Matchups, RRSN News | 0 Comments

BY PAUL CONDRY AND MATT KOPSEA NEWS AND NOTES A lack of participants has forced Greenwood Christian and South Newton to compete in eight-man football for the 2026...

The TQC Foundation Announces the 2026 Biletnikoff Award Preseason Watch List

by | Aug 19, 2026 | College Sports, Football Blogs, Headlines | 0 Comments

The Biletnikoff Award recognizes the college football season’s outstanding FBS receiver, regardless of position. Any player, regardless of position (wide receiver,...

THE 2026 INDIANA FOOTBALL DIGEST’S PRE-SEASON DANDY DOZEN

by | Aug 19, 2026 | Football Blogs, Headlines, RRSN News | 0 Comments

CLASS 6A Brownsburg Westfield Warren Central Carmel Merrillville Lawrence North Center Grove Penn Carroll (Fort Wayne) Hamilton Southeastern Crown Point Indianapolis...

Penn State, Illinois and Oregon Score Women’s Soccer Weekly Awards

by | Aug 18, 2026 | College Sports, Headlines, Women's Soccer | 0 Comments

Penn State, Illinois and Oregon Score Women’s Soccer Weekly Awards Nittany Lions’ Kulpa, Fighting Illini’s Lee, Ducks’ Dever and Baird capture weekly honors  ...

Washington Tabbed as Big Ten Men’s Soccer Preseason Favorite

by | Aug 18, 2026 | College Sports, Headlines, Men's Soccer, Soccer Blogs | 0 Comments

Washington Tabbed as Big Ten Men’s Soccer Preseason Favorite Big Ten unveils 2026 preseason poll and Players to Watch   ROSEMONT, Ill. – The Washington Huskies...

AROUND THE REGION – 2026 PRE-SEASON AND WEEK ONE PREVIEW

by | Aug 18, 2026 | Football Blogs, Headlines, RRSN News | 0 Comments

BY FRANK KIELPIKOWSKI HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL IS BACK!!!! After a summer defined by relentless storms across Northwest Indiana, a beacon of hope shines bright. ...

2026 DUNELAND CONFERENCE PREVIEW

by | Aug 17, 2026 | Football Blogs, Headlines, RRSN News | 0 Comments

CHESTERTON TROJANS (5-5, 4-3 DAC) Head coach and opener: Mark Peterson (vs. Hobart) Key losses: running back Andrew Goveia and defensive back Logan Chestovich. Top...

Spring Arbor Names John Pigatti Head Men’s Basketball Coach

by | Aug 16, 2026 | Basketball, College Sports, Crossroads League, Headlines, NAIA | 0 Comments

Spring Arbor Names John Pigatti Head Men’s Basketball Coach SPRING ARBOR, Mich. – Spring Arbor University has named John Pigatti, one of the nation's most...

Grace WVB earns three wins at Olivet Nazarene

by | Aug 16, 2026 | College Sports, Headlines, NAIA, Women's Volleyball | 0 Comments

Lancers collect third win of the weekend at ONU BOURBONNAIS, Ill. - Grace’s volleyball team split the final day of its season-opening tournament on Saturday. The...

Team USA Women’s Hockey Sweeps Final Games of Select Series Against Canada

by | Aug 16, 2026 | Headlines, Hockey | 0 Comments

Team USA Sweeps Final Games of Select Series Against Canada Collegiate Team Wins 5-2, Under-18 Team Wins 5-4 RICHMOND, B.C. – The U.S. finished the Select Series on a...

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MATT’S MATCHUPS 2026 FOOTBALL – WEEK ONE

As I embark on my 16th season of picking games, I am hoping to equal or do better than last year’s mark of 240-55 (81 percent). During the regular campaign, I will once again be selecting Northern Indiana, Northern Lakes, Indiana Northern State, and Duneland Conference contests. All records are 2025 final. NORTHERN INDIANA CONFERENCE Adams (4-6) at Culver Academy (3-7): The Eagles flew past Culver Academy, 35-7, a year ago. Lamarr Shaw amassed 57 tackles with 13.5 for loss for Adams. Andrew Kang tallied 79 tackles and three sacks for Culver Academy. Matt’s pick: Adams 22, Culver Academy 20....

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THE 2026 INDIANA FOOTBALL DIGEST’S TOP GAMES – WEEK ONE

ADAMS CENTRAL (13-1) AT FORT WAYNE BISHOP LUERS (9-6) KICKOFF: 7 p.m. EDT, Luers Field. COACHES: Michael Mosser, 168-51 in 18th season at Adams Central. Kyle Lindsay, 104-71 in 14th season at Bishop Luers. PREVIOUS MEETING: First get together on the gridiron. UP NEXT: Adams Central hosts Eastside. Bishop Luers entertains Andrean. TOP PERFORMERS: Reese Hammond accounted for 136 tackles with nine for loss and three interceptions for the No. 5 (Class 3A) Flying Jets. TJ Epperson recorded 1,462 yards rushing for the No. 10 (Class 4A) and two-time defending Class 3A state runner-up Knights....

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THE 2026 INDIANA FOOTBALL DIGEST INSIDER – PRE-SEASON EDITION

BY PAUL CONDRY AND MATT KOPSEA NEWS AND NOTES A lack of participants has forced Greenwood Christian and South Newton to compete in eight-man football for the 2026 campaign. Both programs anticipate returning to 11-man football for the 2027 season. Due to lower numbers, Wabash will play a hybrid schedule featuring both eight-man and 11-man football. It gives the Apaches the best opportunity to keep our young team safe throughout the season while putting our players in a position to compete in meaningful games. After being away last fall, Larry “Bud” Wright and Mike Kirschner are both back in...

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Grace Men’s Soccer Capture Convincing Win to Start Season

Lancers Capture Convincing Win to Start Season DUNBAR, W.V. - Grace College’s men's soccer team kicked off the 2026 season in convincing fashion with a dominant win. The Lancers (1-0) toppled the University of Northwestern Ohio (0-1) 3-0 on Thursday afternoon. Grace, who was ranked No. 22 in the season opening coaches’ poll, had three different players score in the contest and goalie Ben Kenn picked up the clean sheet. The Lancers controlled the pace from the opening kickoff and Knox Ritter had an early shot toward goal redirected. Just minutes later Grace netted its first marker of the...

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No.13 Pilots Fall 2-0 to No.6 Indiana Tech in Season Opener

MISHAWAKA, IND. – Bethel Men's Soccer controlled long stretches of the season and home opener but couldn't solve Indiana Tech's defense, falling 2-0 to the 6th ranked Warriors on Thursday at Morey Field. Quick Facts Location: Morey Field | Mishawaka, Ind. Game Results: Indiana def. Bethel 2-0 Records: Bethel - 0-1-0 | Indiana Tech - 1-0-0 NAIA Top-25: BU - #13 | IT - #6 MATCH RECAP Bethel came out with early chances in the game, drawing back-to-back saves out of Alan Fleischer on shots from Luca...

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Penn’s Landon Hall has passed all of his tests with flying colors

By Paul Condry and Matt Kopsea Landon Hall prides himself by trying to stay one step ahead of the competition. “My greatest strengths on the football field are my accuracy and my anticipation,” explained the Penn High senior quarterback. “My accuracy is elite. I am able to put the ball anywhere on the field whenever I want. My anticipation is next level and that comes from me understanding the defenses so well. “I know what the defense is gonna do before they even do it. That really helps me be able to anticipate and throw my receivers into tight windows or even throw them open.” The...

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With Matt Kopsea

MATT’S MATCHUPS 2026 FOOTBALL – WEEK ONE

As I embark on my 16th season of picking games, I am hoping to equal or do better than last year’s mark of 240-55 (81 percent). During the regular campaign, I will once again be selecting Northern Indiana, Northern Lakes, Indiana Northern State, and Duneland Conference contests. All records are 2025 final. NORTHERN INDIANA CONFERENCE Adams (4-6) at Culver Academy (3-7): The Eagles flew past Culver Academy, 35-7, a year ago. Lamarr Shaw amassed 57 tackles with 13.5 for loss for Adams. Andrew Kang tallied 79 tackles and three sacks for Culver Academy. Matt’s pick: Adams 22, Culver Academy 20....

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THE 2026 INDIANA FOOTBALL DIGEST’S TOP GAMES – WEEK ONE

ADAMS CENTRAL (13-1) AT FORT WAYNE BISHOP LUERS (9-6) KICKOFF: 7 p.m. EDT, Luers Field. COACHES: Michael Mosser, 168-51 in 18th season at Adams Central. Kyle Lindsay, 104-71 in 14th season at Bishop Luers. PREVIOUS MEETING: First get together on the gridiron. UP NEXT: Adams Central hosts Eastside. Bishop Luers entertains Andrean. TOP PERFORMERS: Reese Hammond accounted for 136 tackles with nine for loss and three interceptions for the No. 5 (Class 3A) Flying Jets. TJ Epperson recorded 1,462 yards rushing for the No. 10 (Class 4A) and two-time defending Class 3A state runner-up Knights....

read more

THE 2026 INDIANA FOOTBALL DIGEST INSIDER – PRE-SEASON EDITION

BY PAUL CONDRY AND MATT KOPSEA NEWS AND NOTES A lack of participants has forced Greenwood Christian and South Newton to compete in eight-man football for the 2026 campaign. Both programs anticipate returning to 11-man football for the 2027 season. Due to lower numbers, Wabash will play a hybrid schedule featuring both eight-man and 11-man football. It gives the Apaches the best opportunity to keep our young team safe throughout the season while putting our players in a position to compete in meaningful games. After being away last fall, Larry “Bud” Wright and Mike Kirschner are both back in...

read more