'Era of expectation': Athletics helping fuel Barber-Scotia's resurgence

Sports | Spectrum News 1 11/7 3:00A Jennifer Roberts

The historically Black college has embarked on its inaugural football season.

Panthers' Rico Dowdle turns attention on '2 pumps' fine into opportunity to raise funds for charity

Sports | Spectrum News 1 11/7 2:00A Associated Press

After being fined $14,491 by the league, Dowdle started a GoFundMe in which all proceeds will go toward the Children's Home Society of North Carolina.

Ehlers scores winner early in 2nd period as Hurricanes top Wild 4-3

Sports | Spectrum News 1 11/7 2:00A Associated Press

The Hurricanes have now won three of their last four games.

BYU, Texas Tech give Big 12 two top 10 teams for 1st time in 2 years ahead of their Top 25 showdown

Sports | Spectrum News 1 11/3 2:39A Associated Press

No. 1 Ohio State, which pulled way in the second half to beat Penn State, is at the top of the AP poll for a 10th straight week.

Rico Dowdle's big day and Ryan Fitzgerald's big kick give Panthers 16-13 win over Packers

Sports | Spectrum News 1 11/3 12:45A Associated Press

Rico Dowdle rushed for 130 yards and two touchdowns, and his big run in the final minute set up Ryan Fitzgerald's last-second 49-yard field goal.

Kon Knueppel's career-high 24 points helps Hornets to a 126-103 rout of Jazz

Sports | Spectrum News 1 11/3 12:45A Associated Press

Miles Bridges scored 29 points, Kon Knueppel added a career-high 24 and the Charlotte Hornets routed the Utah Jazz 126-103 to snap a three-game skid.

Panthers QB Bryce Young returns to practice after missing last week's game with ankle injury

Sports | Spectrum News 1 10/30 6:00A Associated Press

"Bryce had a really good day and we are going to take it each day," Panthers coach Dave Canales said.

Freeman's homer in 18th inning lifts Dodgers over Blue Jays 6-5 in World Series classic

Sports | Spectrum News 1 10/27 11:24P Associated Press

Freeman connected off left-hander Brendon Little to finally end a game that lasted 6 hours, 39 minutes.

Former Charlotte Hornet Terry Rozier among dozens arrested in gambling probe tied to the Mafia

Sports | Spectrum News 1 10/23 8:43A Associated Press

Rozier, now with the Miami Heat and Portland coach Chauncey Billups were arrested in connection with an investigation into illegal sports betting.

Who are Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier and Damon Jones? A look at arrested NBA player and coaches

Sports | Spectrum News 1 10/23 6:27A Spectrum News Staff, Associated

They were arrested Thursday in connection with a federal investigation into illegal sports betting and rigged poker games backed by Mafia.

Brandon Miller scores 25 in return as Hornets beat Nets 136-117 in season opener

Sports | Spectrum News 1 10/23 1:00A Associated Press

The Hornets had a franchise-record nine players finish in double digits in scoring.

QB Bryce Young sits out practice as Panthers amp up preparation for matchup against Bills

Sports | Spectrum News 1 10/23 1:00A Associated Press

Coach Dave Canales said he wasn't prepared to name a starter, calling Young "day to day."

NFL moves its Pro Bowl festivities to Super Bowl week

Sports | Spectrum News 1 10/22 5:52A Associated Press

The NFL is hoping to take advantage of increased interest in flag football ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

Panthers beat Jets 13-6 for third straight win, but Bryce Young leaves with injured ankle

Sports | Spectrum News 1 10/20 1:45A Associated Press

Bryce Young threw a touchdown pass before leaving with an ankle injury.

Belichick's North Carolina falls to Cal after late fumble

Sports | Spectrum News 1 10/18 6:57A Associated Press

The Tar Heels still are looking for their first victory over a power opponent since Bill Belichick took over the football program.