NASCAR
NASCAR is shaking things up for 2026! They’re bringing back the classic 10-race “Chase” format for the championship. The top 16 drivers from the regular season will compete—no more automatic spots just for a win. Points reset for the playoffs, and wins are now worth 55 points, so every victory counts. No elimination rounds, no one-race title decider—the champion will be whoever scores the most points over those final 10 races. NASCAR says this move rewards consistency and big wins after fans pushed back on the old system.
Hornets fall to Clippers
On the hardwood, the Hornets fell to the Clippers, 117-109 last night. Charlotte was led by LaMelo Ball with 25 points in the losing effort. LA’s James Harden moved into 9th place, passing Shaq on the NBA’s scoring list in the Clippers’ campaign.
Canes fall in OT
And on the ice, the Canes were in comeback mode, scoring 3 in the third to head into OT against the Red Wings. Jackson Blake started the comeback, before Seth Jarvis; short-handed goal and Shayne Goss-tis-bear scored on a power play with 3 and change left in the third. Detroit bested Carolina 4-3 in extra time.
AP Top 25
In the AP Top 25 poll released yesterday, Duke men’s hold still at the No. 6 spot while North Carolina climbs up 3 spots to No. 14. They return to action Wednesday.
Sandhills Flyers
Sandhills Flyers athletics bolstered a 3.26 GPA average last semester. Student-athletes from basketball, volleyball and golf teams contributed to this accomplishment.
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